Good Afternoon CR Families,
What a fantastic week it's been at CR Marchant! There’s so much happening in and around our school, and our students continue to shine.
Our Track Team has been training hard, showing off their speed and teamwork. The Dance Crew took their talents on the road with an exciting performance at TDSB Creates, and many of our students are busy preparing for the upcoming Waterloo Math Contest and our Heritage Celebration Performances happening in the second week of May.
As the weather warms up (finally!), we kindly remind families to send students with refillable water bottles to keep them hydrated throughout the day. Also, please ensure your child is dressed appropriately for the weather, as we’re still seeing some big temperature swings from morning to afternoon.
Thank you for your continued support. We wish you all a safe and relaxing weekend!
🍕 Pizza Day is Coming – Friday, May 2nd! 🍕
CR Marchant SAC is excited to continue our partnership with Lunchbox to bring delicious lunch options right to your child’s classroom — all while supporting school trips and student activities through fundraising!
Next up: Pizza Day on Friday, May 2nd!
Don’t miss out — place your order by midnight on Saturday, April 26th to ensure your child gets their slice!
Order now through your Lunchbox account and help support our school, one pizza at a time! 🍕🎉
🎉 Save the Date – Heritage Celebration at CR Marchant! 🌍
CR Marchant families — you’re invited!
Join us on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at 6:30 PM for an unforgettable Cultural Celebration evening!
Our amazing students have been working hard to prepare a showcase of performances that highlight the diversity, talent, and excellence that make CR Marchant shine.
Come celebrate with us — music, dance, culture, and community all in one magical night. We can’t wait to see you there! 💃🏽🎤🌟
🗳️ Federal Election Day – Monday, April 28, 2025
Polling Station at CR Marchant MS
📍 Location: Lindsay Auditorium
🕘 Date: Monday, April 28, 2025
CR Marchant MS is proud to support the 2025 Federal Elections by serving as an official polling station.
While school will be in session as usual, we want to share the protocols that will ensure a safe and smooth experience for all:
🔒 Safety & Separation Measures:
- The Lindsay Auditorium will be closed to students and staff on election day.
- Voters will enter through dedicated exterior doors directly beside the auditorium.
- Clear signage will guide voters, and Elections Canada staff will be on-site to direct traffic and ensure voters stay within the polling zone.
🏫 These steps help maintain a safe environment and support democratic participation without disrupting student learning.
🙌 Thank you for your support in making this a safe and successful election day for our community.
🧥👟 Lost & Found – Claim Your Items Before May 1st! 👟🧥
Is your child missing a hoodie, lunchbox, or maybe a favourite water bottle?
We’ve gathered quite a collection of lost and found items—and they need to go home!
📸 Click below to view photos of the items:
👉 View the Lost & Found Gallery
⏳ Deadline to Claim: Wednesday, May 1st, 2025
All unclaimed items will be donated to charity after this date.
📣 Ward 6 Community Safety Forum – You're Invited!
Join Trustee Liban Hassan and City Councillor Frances Nunziata for a Community Safety Event focused on:
🟠 Effective Strategies for Preventing and Managing Coyote Encounters
📅 Thursday, May 1, 2025
🕖 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
📍 Dennis Avenue Community School
400 Rockcliffe Boulevard, Toronto, M6N 4R8
This event welcomes parents/caregivers, students, school councils, staff, and community members across York South-Weston.
🔗 Click here to register
📰 Sign up for the Ward 6 Newsletter
Let’s work together to keep our community safe!
📚💬 Upcoming Human Development and Sexual Health – Important Parent Notice
Dear Families,
We are reaching out to inform you that teachers will soon begin teaching the Human Development and Sexual Health Education Unit as part of the Health and Physical Education curriculum.
This unit helps students learn:
✅ Respectful communication
✅ Understanding physical and emotional development
✅ Making informed, safe, and healthy choices
📌 Need to Opt Out? Submit the Exemption Form ASAP!
If you do not wish your child to participate in this unit, you must complete and return it to the school immediately
💬 We Want to Hear From You!
🏫 TDSB Annual Budget Consultation 2025
Your voice matters! We’re inviting all members of the CR Marchant MS school community to take part in our annual budget consultation process.
📋 Complete the short survey here:
👉 Click to Take the Survey
🗓 Survey closes:
Monday, May 6, 2025 at 11:59 p.m.
This is your opportunity to help shape how resources are allocated in support of our students and schools.
📚 For more information about the TDSB’s annual budget process and current financial pressures, please visit:
👉 TDSB Budget Information Page
☀️ TDSB Elementary Summer School 2025
📚 Keep Learning Going All Summer Long – For Free!
Looking for a way to keep your child engaged, learning, and inspired this summer?
The TDSB’s FREE Elementary Summer School program is here to help students in Grades 1–8 strengthen their literacy and numeracy skills, while also having fun!
🗓️ Program Highlights:
- 📍 24 in-person sites + 1 remote site
- ✏️ Focus on Literacy & Numeracy
- 💡 Integrated STEM, Coding, and Arts at select locations
- ⚾ Jays Care RBI afternoon program (FREE at select sites!)
Whether your child needs an academic boost or a creative outlet, there’s something for everyone!