A Journey to Wellnes

As you have probably heard by now, a student in my afternoon class has recently been diagnosed with Wilms' tumour, a cancer on her kidney that has also spread to her lungs and lymph nodes.  Bridget is a very happy, energetic, loving little girl and we are all missing her terribly at school.  She underwent a successful surgery to remove her kidney on Thursday and is recovering at CHEO.  As we have been talking about Bridget and what she has still to face on her road to recovery at school, you may want to talk to your child at home about their feelings and concerns on this important topic.  I have assured them that Bridget is getting the very best care available while she is at CHEO, and as a class we have sent her a card and little gift.
Attached is a flyer outlining some of the efforts being made to help out Bridget and her family during this difficult time.  We began fundraising at the Summer Send Off at the school on Thursday night and I was amazed by the generosity of the families in the Stonecrest Community.  If you would like to donate you can still do so at the school.  Bridget's family friends will also be collecting freezer food donations, donations of gas cards, etc. at the school.  Every little bit helps and is greatly appreciated.

For the Love of Bridget

Pinhey's Point

We had a great time learning all about animal habitats last Friday at Pinhey's Point.  Luckily we had a nice sunny day to enjoy our activities outside!

Morning Class

Afternoon Class

Graduation Party

On Monday, June 24th, we will be having a special End-of-the-Year/Graduation Celebration!  Parents of morning students are invited into the classroom from 10:30 to 11:30 am, and parents of afternoon students are invited into the classroom from 2:30 to 3:30 pm, to watch a short class performance and slideshow, and to see their child receive their kindergarten 'diploma'.

I realize that this can be a very busy time of year, so please let me know if you, or another family member, is unable to attend this event.  Past experience has taught me that every child needs somebody in the audience to celebrate their achievment with them.  Thank you for your understanding in this matter and I look forward to seeing everyone at the Graduation Party!

*Just a reminder that the following students are signed up to bring in treats for the end-of-the-year party:

Morning Class . . .
     Fruit Tray - Sam
     Veggies & Dip - Olivia
     Cheese & Crackers - Gavin
     Cupcakes - Kirsten
     Cookies - Colton
     Juice - Emma
If you would like to sign up for juice (or something not on the list!) please let me know.  It is always great to have extra food for this party as we will have many parents and siblings partying with us!

Afternoon Class . . .
     Fruit Tray - Sofia
     Veggies & Dip - Taniele
     Cheese & Crackers - Hannah W.
     Cupcakes - Austin
     Cookies - Brayden
     Juice - Ava
If you would like to sign up for fruit (or something not on the list!) please let me know.  It is always great to have extra food for this party as we will have many parents and siblings partying with us!

Thank you so much!!