BOWMORE RD BULLETIN
80 Bowmore Rd Toronto, ON M4L 3J3 Tel:(416)393-9450
Principal: Georgia Chatzis- Georgia.Chatzis@tdsb.on.ca,
Vice-Principal: Kosta Flegas - Konstantinos.Flegas@tdsb.on.ca
Vice-Principal- Jacqui Neveu - Jacqueline.Neveu@tdsb.on.ca
Friday October 13, 2023
Dear Bowmore Families,
Our thoughts are with all of those impacted by the events in Israel and Gaza over the last week and unfolding in the Middle East. We are committed to continuing to provide inclusive, empathetic and supportive environments where all students and families feel safe through respectful interactions, while being sure to stop any form of hate that could impact students.
With that in mind, we wanted to provide some additional resources, while not exhaustive, that may be helpful at this tremendously challenging time:
· Jewish Community Support and Resources
· Arab Community Support and Resources
· Mental Health Culturally Responsive & Relevant Resource Lists
· School Mental Health Ontario How to help students after tragic events - Educators and
student support staff - School Mental Health Ontario (smho-smso.ca)
· Immediate Supports for Students
These are in addition to the previously shared tips created by TDSB Professional Support Services staff about speaking with children who are experiencing difficulties. Should additional resources be required, they will be shared on the TDSB website as they become available over time.
This week we opened our school and welcomed our parent community to curriculum night at Bowmore PS. And what a great turnout! We hope you had an opportunity to connect with your child’s teacher and to get a glance of the upcoming academic year.
As the cold weather is upon us please ensure your child dresses appropriately for the weather, labeling your personal items. Our lost and found is located in the main foyer.
Thank you to families for bringing in your used batteries. We will continue to collect them until October 31st, 2023.
SPORTS UPDATE:
This week Bowmore PS hosted the Grade 8 Boys Touch Football tournament. Our senior boys played with all their might and the games were tight but in the end, our season came to a close. Thank you to Mr. Comendador and the Grade 8 boys for putting in such a strong effort. Our junior girls also played their quarterfinal match against Cosburn MS and after a valiant effort succumbed to Cosburn MS. The girls had a great season winning the first tournament and should be proud. On Monday Oct. 16, 2023 our Senior Boys soccer team will play their quarterfinal match at East York CI at 3:15pm. On Tues. October 17, 2023- 41 Bowmore students will be going to the Cross Country Conference Finals. Please ensure your child has a lunch, snack, water, extra clothing, epipens and puffers if required and make sure to dress for the weather.
On Wed. October 18, 2023 our Grade 7 Boys Touch Football team will participate in their tournament at Westwood MS.
Pick up Basketball will take place after school on Thursdays with Mr. Rea the first one happened on Thurs. Oct. 12, 2023 please complete the EMA form if your child would like to join us on Thursdays.
Junior (gr.4-6) Girls Basketball tryouts take place on Wed. Oct. 18, 2023 after school at 3:45pm and on Friday Oct. 20, 2023 at 8am.
BOWMORE LIBRARY NEWS
Our library continues to be a busy place. This month, all the classes are learning about our featured author, Jacqueline Woodson Jacqueline Woodson. We are talking about books being mirrors and windows with the theme of identity. For the second half of the month, the older students will be exploring the virtual library to help them develop their research skills. We will also look at the importance of citing their work. On Monday, October 23rd, the library will be welcoming a local author, Eileen Samuel to explore her book, Gnarly's Journey: An Overview with the Grade 2s and 3s. Thank you for your support of our amazing Bowmore library. Continue to support your children's love of reading and talk to them about the books they are borrowing and returning. Happy Reading, Bowmore! Leah Jarvis leah.mcnabjarvis@tdsb.on.ca
Early French Immersion in the TDSB
The Toronto District School Board (TDSB) would like to share some information with your families about Early French Immersion. The entry point to Early French Immersion for September 2024/25 school year is Junior Kindergarten.
The application to the Early French Immersion program will remain an online process managed by the Central French Department and applications must be completed online between November 6 and December 1, 2023. An offer of placement in the program (not a specific school) is guaranteed to all on-time applicants. Families with an older sibling currently in an Early French Immersion program are still required to complete an online application for the new student. Interested families can apply via the Application Link.
Please click here for the Early French Immersion poster and here for the flyer card with QR Code.
At any time, please visit the TDSB French website to view a video that provides information about the TDSB French Language programs as well as the application and placement process in the Early French Immersion and the Middle French Immersion programs. More information about the Early Immersion Program is available in 22 languages, or visit the Information Sessions website for related links to join a live Zoom webinar about the application process.
PARENTS AND CAREGIVERS AS PARTNERS CONFERENCE OCTOBER 21 & 22, 2023
Join us at our annual Parents and Caregivers as Partners Conference on October 21 and 22, 2023. Parents, guardians, and caregivers are invited to participate in a weekend of learning, connection, and engagement and to learn strategies to support your child throughout the year. Last year, we partnered with the TDSB’s Outdoor Education team and the City of Toronto to bring a unique experience to the conference. All of the in-person sessions are scheduled between 2:00 and 3:30 p.m. on both Saturday and Sunday. Transportation from central sites is available to all venues, leaving the location at 1:00 p.m. and returning at 3:30 p.m.
More information will be provided as we approach the date. The virtual conference includes a keynote address on Saturday, October 21, 2023, by Dr. Gholnescsar (Gholdy) Muhammad, an Associate Professor of Literacy, Language, and Culture. On Sunday, October 22, 2023, Sarah Baldeo, an accomplished neuroscientist, technologist, corporate strategist, and a successful entrepreneur, will be our keynote.
Visit www.parentsaspartners.ca to register and for more information.
Islamic Heritage Month
The Toronto District School Board (TDSB) proudly recognizes Islamic Heritage Month (IHM) during the month of October. This recognition follows the motion passed by the Board of Trustees on June 22, 2016. Our main theme for the month is Salaam: Joy, Excellence, Belonging.
Somali Heritage Month
The Toronto District School Board (TDSB) proudly recognizes Somali Heritage Month during the month of October. The TDSB has been marking Somali Heritage Month since June 2016, and we continue to expand on the selected theme Educate. Elevate. Excel.
STUDENT NUTRITION PROGRAM
Week of Oct 16, 2023
Mon - Jungle Crackers/Belly Bears, Carrots
Tues - Cheese, Apple
Wednesday - Muffins, Tangerine
Thursday - Yogurt, Pear
Friday - Popcorners
Upcoming Dates
Oct. 16- Senior boys soccer team quarterfinals at East York CI-3:15pm
Oct. 16 - 18: Ms. Kollias - ISP class (gr.6-8) and Mr. Lyons Gr.6 at Island School
Oct. 17- Cross Country Conference Finals at Sunnybrook Park
Oct. 18 - Gr. 7 Boys Touch Football Tournament @Westwood MS
Oct. 18 - Junior Girls Basketball tryouts 3:45pm- senior gym
Oct. 19 - Pickup Basketball - after school - senior gym
Oct. 20 - Junior Girls Basketball tryouts 8am- senior gym
Sincerely - Georgia Chatzis, Kosta Flegas and Jacqui Neveu