This month I say, “Thank You”. Thank you for trusting in the educators at Mount Royal to provide the best possible virtual educational program for your children. As Mount Royal parents, we value your partnership during this time.
Last Friday we celebrated Asian Heritage Month through a virtual assembly. It was an opportunity for all of us to learn about the many achievements and contributions of Canadians of Asian descent who have done so much to make Canada the amazing country we share today. It is also a call to action for all Canadians to come together to combat all forms of anti-Asian racism and discrimination. The them of Asian Heritage Month was Recognition, Resilience and Resolve.
Thank you to all the families who have donated plants to make Mount Royal our own botanical garden. Ms. Baier, Ms. Mercer, Ms. Dashawetz, and Ms. Clarke have been working hard over the past week to maintain our gardens and digging and making homes for new plants, flowers and trees. “Hands in the dirt, Head in the sun, Heart with nature”. Thank you, ladies.We ask our families, to help continue to keep our gardens fresh and growing. Take a walk and look at our gardens.
As you know, last weekend illustrated the damaging and lasting impacts that the residential school system continues to have on Indigenous communities. The impact of the discovery of this significant loss of life was felt by our PDSB students, their families and staff who are members of our First Nations, Metis and Inuit communities. In June, we commemorate National Indigenous History Month to recognize the history, heritage and diversity of First Nations, Inuite and Metis peoples in Canada. Please take the time to learn about National Indigenous Heritage Month. You will notice that our flags at Mount Royal are at half-mast in honour of the lives lost on the site of a former residential school in British Columbia also honouring our Indigenous community.
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At Mount Royal we continue to dismantle anti-black racism and strive towards educating our students, staff and community about the importance of acceptance and inclusion. We are a school committed to ensuring equity for all. Your voices are valuable and should always be heard. At Mount Royal we are service providers and we are here to listen to your narratives, transform our teaching practices and most of all embrace the voice of our community and students.
June is also Pride month. This entire month is dedicated to the uplifiting of LGBTQ voices, celebration of culture and the support of their rights. You will notice the flag outside of Mount Royal is a rainbow. It was created by artist Gilbert Baker in 1978 as a symbol of LGBTQ pride. Each colour on the flag has its own meaning. Red is symbolic of life. Orange is symbolic of spirt. Yellow is sunshine. Green is nature. Blue represents harmony. Purple is spirit.
As we close this academic year, let us continue to be grateful towards each other. Thank you families for being a part of one of the greatest communities in Peel.
GO MUSTANGS! Stay safe. Stay humble. Stay kind.
With heartfelt gratitude,
Aamer Zuberi
Principal
Mount Royal Public School
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Mount Royal Gardens‘ Rejuvenation in Process
Mount Royal recognizes Pride Month
Pride Month takes place in June to celebrate and recognize the many achievements and contributions of 2SLGBTQ+ communities.
Throughout the month of June, the Pride flag will be raised at all Peel schools and worksites to demonstrate that our schools are safe, inclusive and welcoming environments where students, staff and families who identify as a part of 2SLGBTQ+ communities are valued and supported.
During Pride Month we encourage staff, students, families and our communities to spend some time learning about the many achievements and contributions of the 2SLGBTQ+ communities in addition to learning about their history, trials and tribulations.
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Peel board recognizes Crossing Guard Appreciation Day, June 8.
The Peel board will recognize the contribution of school crossing guards on Crossing Guard Appreciation Day, June 8. The board encourages students, parents and staff to take a moment to thank the neighbourhood crossing guards who help to ensure a safe journey to and from school for thousands of students every day.
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Register today for Adult ESL or LINC classes
Do you know an adult who is interested in improving their English language skills for work, study or daily life?
Through the Continuing & Adult Education department, the Peel District School Board offers a wide variety of English language classes that help adult learners experience success in Canadian English in both listening/speaking and reading/writing. Courses are designed for a range of basic, intermediate and advanced English (Levels 1 to 8) as well as the more experienced learner needing to prepare for an IELTS exam.
Classes are ongoing – Register anytime.
All learners who complete a session will earn a certificate of learning from the Peel District School Board. Certificates of completion at Canadian Language Benchmark level 4 and greater can be submitted as proof of language proficiency for Canadian Citizenship applications.
Currently, our classes are offered online, using Google Classroom. Our dedicated staff will support you with basic digital skills, and logging into our classrooms.
Classes operate from six locations in Brampton and Mississauga with three specially designed adult centres at:
· Bramalea – Adult Education Centre – Bramalea Secondary School, 510 Balmoral Dr, Brampton, Door #33
· Brampton – Adult Education Centre – #300 – 7700 Hurontario Street, Brampton
· Mississauga – Adult Education Centre – 1490 Ogden Drive, Mississauga, ON L5E 2H8
To learn more or to register, call 905-270-6000, then press 2
Also visit http://www.peelschools.org/adulteducation or follow us on Twitter: @PDSBLearnESL
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We Welcome the World Centres
The Peel District School Board’s We Welcome the World Centres located in Brampton, Malton and Mississauga, are the first point of contact for all newcomer families to become familiar with the educational system in Peel. The centres are open all year—including the summer months— from Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Due to pandemic restrictions, please note that all Welcome Centre locations are closed to the public at this time. Registrations and assessments for students new to Peel are continuing virtually. To book an appointment to begin registration process, please call 905-366-8791 or email welcomecentre@peelsb.com.
In addition to providing literacy and numeracy assessments, the We Welcome the World Centres provide newcomers with a host of services including: orientation, interpretation and referrals.
At each centre, parents/guardians and students will discover:
• settlement service information
• age and grade appropriate educational and related program resources
• information about various community supports
• translation of materials to support the reception and assessment process
• computer portals— providing information on Peel resources
For more information about the We Welcome the World Centre and the services they provide, call 905-366-8791
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“Summer Is Here!”
From the PDSB Mental Health Resource Team
Congratulations for making it this year! We want to acknowledge the uncertainty and ongoing stress that the global pandemic has placed on families and children. It has been difficult to engage in regular routines, whether that is your children sitting in a classroom with friends and teachers, or lack of social connections, or participation in social/cultural activities…it has been challenging. We applaud you for your continued display of strength and resilience during these unprecedented times.
The summer is almost here! How can we engage and support our children to maintain the family’s overall wellbeing? Here are some tips to help transition your child from school year to the summer break:
· Maintain Routines: Although your child(ren) will not be attending school, it would be great to keep aspects of their day-to-day schedule. Maintaining consistent wake up, meal and bedtimes, and minimizing children’s down time, highly benefits overall physical and mental well-being, and can allow children to maintain a sense of stability.
· Time with Family and Friends: Allow balanced time for play dates, phone calls, visits with family and friends, while adhering to guidelines of Public Health Ontario. If children can maintain social connections over the summer, it may help in transitioning back to school.
· Have Fun Learning: Children can continue to learn in the summer while having fun! Whether that is done through nature walks, baking, doing puzzles, expressing creatively the options are endless! These practices can encourage positive self-expression, emotional regulation, and interpersonal skills.
· Be Kind to Yourself: Remember to take care of yourself and model your own self-care; here are some ideas to support your personal resilience: Personal Resiliency Tips During Covid-19 Pandemic.
· Reach Out: Great supports and tips to support your children during the pandemic can be found here: Support your child’s mental health during Covid-19. PDSB’s Be Well Support Line will also be running in the summer! This is a free, non-crisis, confidential support line for PDSB parents/caregivers and students. Feel free to connect with experienced Mental Health Resource Clinicians during the summer, if needed.
If you’re concerned about your child’s mental health or have questions about how to talk to your child about difficult topics, visit http://bit.ly/PDSBStudentMH-WB for further information and links to school and community resources. The PDSB Mental Health Resource Team is made up of registered psychologists and social workers. Follow them on Twitter @MHRTPeel to join the #WELLinPEEL conversation.
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Red Cross Babysitting Course
(with first aid & CPR) Offered by Stayin Alive with First Aid, CPR & AED)
COURSE NOW ADAPTED FOR ONLINE LEARNING
- (2-hour 20 mins sessions over 3 days) with some homework OR 1day from 8:30am to 3:30pm
- online Caregiver and first aid skills for youth in Grades 5-8. Participants learn how to manage difficult behaviour, recognizing and preventing unsafe situations, how to care for babies and children and leadership skills.
- babysitting promises to deepen and enhance the responsibility that older youth feel when caring for younger children. The curriculum is complete with new science about giving appropriate care in the event of an emergency.
Please visit our website for dates and times throughout: July and August
Location: Online via Google Meet (link provided 15 mins prior to class) Instructor: Stayin Alive Certified Red Cross Instructor Cost: $60 per participant (Grades 5-8) + HST = $67.80 Course content:
• Check, Call, Care (including phoning 911)
• Conscious choking (adult/child/baby/alone)
• Introduction to CPR (baby/child)
• Asthma (includes use of inhaler and spacer)
• Anaphylaxis (includes use of EpiPen), poisoning and insect stings
• Wound care (minor cuts and scrapes, splinters, nosebleeds, bumps and bruises, life-threatening bleeding, and burns) • Broken bones, head, neck and back injuries, seizures
Materials that will be mailed (address Required during registration process): Red Cross Babysitter’s Manual and Materials Red Cross Babysitter Certificate
Register today! Space is limited http://www.StayinAliveWithFirstAid.ca Questions? info@StayinAliveWithFirstAid.ca
Kids Safety First – First Aid for Kids Workshop, GRADE 2/3 ONLY (Just 2 Sessions Offered)
For all grade 2 & 3 students the First Aid for Kids program is a fun workshop that includes topics such as:
what’s in a first aid kit, calling EMS, identifying poisons & dangers, cuts/scrapes, nose bleeds, & burns!
Pick a session *Bring your pencil & workbook to your computer and join me for some fun.
SESSION 1 – July 26 & July 27, 2021 Time: 9am-10am Cost: $25.00 (incl: booklet & mini first aid kit)
SESSION 2 – Aug 17 & Aug 18, 2021, Time: 10am-11am Cost: $25.00 (incl: booklet & mini first aid kit)
Kids Safety First At Home All By Myself & First Aid for Kids Workshop
For all grade 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 students the First Aid for Kids program is a fun workshop that includes topics such as: what’s in a first aid kit, calling EMS, identifying poisons & dangers, cuts/scrapes, wounds, nose bleeds, burns, & choking! At Home All By Myself Workshop teaches participants how the rules change when home alone, the home alone checklist, walking home from school safety & more! *Bring your pencil/paper
Pick a session (incl: AHABM booklet & certificate)
SESSION 1- July 6, 7, 8, 2021 Time: 9am-10:30am Cost: $45.00
SESSION 2- July 26, 27, 28, 2021 Time: 10:30am-12noon Cost: $45.00
SESSION 3- August 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 2021 Time: 9:00am-10:00am Cost: $45.00
SESSION 4- August 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 2021 Time: 11:00am-12noon Cost: $45.00
Canadian Red Cross Babysitting Course
If you are in grade 6, 7, & 8 or up interested in becoming a skilled babysitter this fun workshop is for you. You will learn everything from diapering, first aid, safety tips, rights & responsibilities, SAFELY finding babysitting jobs & more! (incl: manual, handouts & certificate) *Bring a pen/paper,
Pick a session
SESSION 1 – July 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 2021 Time: 10:30am-12noon Cost: $65.00
SESSION 2 – July 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 2021 Time: 3:00pm-4:30pm Cost: $65.00
SESSION 3 – August 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 2021 Time: 10:30am-12noon Cost: $65.00
SESSION 4 – August 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 2021 Time: 3:00pm-4:30pm Cost: $65.00
TO REGISTER CALL CATHERINE (905) 877-4490
CHECK OUT:FB Page @KSFmcewen or website https://mcewenfamily.wixsite.com/kidssafetyfirst-1/programs
- Payment MUST be e-transferred at time of registration. Cost includes HST
- Manuals/certificates can be couriered (add $15 for shipping) or you may pick up.
- Once payment has been received your ZOOM invite will be emailed to you day before course.
- Limited spaces in these courses, check your child’s availability, as these courses fill up fast.
- Make up dates will not be offered, attendance is mandatory to earn completion certificate.
- Every effort has been made to make this virtual course as close to an inclass experience as possible with group activities, class discussions, question/answer periods, on screen sharing of documents/videos of skills, break out rooms with instructor supervision.
- Cameras must be on, your child must able to focus, participate & write during course time.
- Once registered/paid, NO refunds or credits. More dates will be offered-Fall 2021.
- Private sessions can be booked for above courses, min 15 students, call for details.
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