Monday, November 5, 2012

Remembrance Day Assembly

The Remembrance Day Assembly will be held at 11:00pm in the gymnasium.  Parents and guardians are welcome.

Tuesday, October 30, 2012

Concert Date Errors

  There is an error in the November Newsletter regarding the concert dates.  The dates in the table are correct: December 11th and 12th.  The dates in the paragraph above that are incorrect.  Sorry for the miscommunication.

PTG November Newsletter

The November PTG Newsletter is out.  View it here at:
http://egwps.ednet.ns.ca/ptg/newsletters/november.pdf

School November Newsletter

The November School Newsletter is out. View it here at:
http://egwps.ednet.ns.ca/newletters/november.pdf

Friday, October 26, 2012

Vote To Earn Money For Our Playground

Round 2 of the Aviva Community Fund Contest starts today and we need your help! Aviva is sponsoring a fantastic contest that promotes positive change in communities across the country and we've entered our school's playground revitalization project. Now we need everyone to vote for Grosvenor-Wentworth if we want to crack the top 30 and make it through to the Semi-Finals. (All top 30 entries will win $5000 plus the chance to go for the big prize!) We can qualify if everyone we know votes and votes often- once a day, every day, for the next 14 days- it only takes a few seconds each day but could make a big difference! Tell all your friends, family, neighbours, babysitters, dog-walkers, co-workers and anyone else you can think of to vote for Grosvenor and help make a big impact in our community. Here's the link:

http://www.avivacommunityfund.org/ideas/acf14584

Thank you for your support!
The PTG Playground Improvement Committee

Sweet Treat Raffle Cancellation

The Sweet Treat Raffle was meant to be a little Halloween fun for the children & a lot of fun for some of the fancy cake decorators at Grosvenor. In response to concerns about nutritional value & overwhelming fundraising, we have cancelled the Sweet Treat Raffle on October 31st. Those of you who love to bake & decorate... please share your treats with friends and family, or members of the PTG.             Happy Halloween from the PTG.

Tuesday, October 9, 2012

HRSB School Board Candidates

Halifax District School Board - District 5 (Peninsula North and Birch Cove/Rockingham/Fairview)

Candidates’ Forum Thursday, October 11th

The three Halifax Regional School Board candidates for the District 5 seat will be hosting an open forum on October 11 at 7 pm at the Ecole Burton Ettinger School gym (52 Alex St) Faye LeBlanc has graciously agreed to moderate the discussion.

It's a great opportunity for you to meet your candidates and ask them any questions you might have. Please pass this message on to any residents of District 5 who you think might be interested in attending!

Wednesday, October 3, 2012

October School Newsletter

Here is alink to the October school Newsletter:
http://egwps.ednet.ns.ca/newletters/october.pdf

Sunday, September 30, 2012

Lunch Time Activities

Here is a link to the lunch time activities for students at our school.

http://egwps.ednet.ns.ca/Extra/LunchtimeActivities.pdf

Wednesday, September 19, 2012

Lunch Time Clubs



Curriculum Night, Thursday Sept.20th at 6pm inside the community entrance to the school (by the gym).
 
Registration will occur on a first come, first serve basis. Waiting Lists will be made if clubs fill up and extra classes may be added depending on instructor and space availability. These waiting lists will be used to fill the winter sessions, whenever possible. Every child wishing to attend Lego & Gymnastics clubs will have a chance to participate at some point during the year.
Payments should be made by cash or cheque.

Many other teacher-led clubs (Eco-kids, Zumba, Dance, Intramurals, Yoga, Choir, etc.) will be offered this fall & winter. Teachers will coordinate registration for these clubs in the weeks to come.

Keep your eye out for Music IQ information later this fall, with registration to occur online. Mad Science will also be returning to Grosvenor in January to offer more great science programs for all grade levels.

Any ideas for new classroom-based or outdoor clubs, or if you wish to help during these clubs... Please contact: Volunteer Lunch Time Club Program Coordinator: Kelly Lightfoot, kdlightfoot@hotmail.com

Stay tuned for more great lunch time programming through the fall & New Year!

Links:

Link to Schedule

Link to lego registration sheet

Link to Illusions registration sheet


Friday, September 14, 2012

Playground Committee Meeting

Next Playground Improvement Committee Meeting
Tuesday, Sept 18, at 6:45pm in the library.
Everyone welcome! Please use the community doors.
Questions? E-mail: egwps.playground@gmail.com

Wednesday, September 12, 2012

Ice-Cream Social Reminder

When: Thursday, Sept. 13th, 6:30-7:30 in the playground.
Teachers & volunteers will be handing out free ice cream for all.
Come meet your child's teachers and friends and the new PTG Executive.

Tuesday, September 11, 2012

Pink Day

Thursday, September 13th is Anti Bullying Day.  Students are encouraged to wear pink or red.  We will be taking a picture of the students, on the field (in the gym if raining), showing our support in the fight against bullying.

September School Newsletter

Here is link to the School Newsletter for September:

http://egwps.ednet.ns.ca/newletters/september.pdf

Saturday, September 8, 2012

Hot Lunch Program

There has been some discussion regarding our current hot lunch program.  If you have any viable alternatives, please email school administration or Mary Ann Barker, our SAC chair, with contact information about vendors.

A reminder about the SAC meeting on Tuesday night at 5:30 pm in the crush area.  Please enter through the community doors.

Wednesday, September 5, 2012

PTG September Newsletter

 

Here is a link to the PTG September newsletter:

http://egwps.ednet.ns.ca/ptg/newsletters/september.pdf

Tuesday, June 26, 2012

Lost & Found

There are hundreds of more items in the Lost and Found since the beginning of June. Please stop by or encourage your child to take a look before the end of school.

Sunday, June 3, 2012

Spring Fair Thank You

The Spring Fair committee would like send out a huge Thank you to everyone who came out to support our Spring Fair!  It was a beautiful, fun and exciting day for the school community. The school yard, café and gym were buzzing with activity. There were smiles on the children’s faces and giggles of laughter were heard everywhere, what great memories!   Thank You….. To the many volunteers who: helped with set up, worked activity station, donated items for the theme baskets, treats for the café & items for lucky loot bag.   Thank you to the teachers who volunteered their time, and to the community who showed up to support our event we want to express how much we appreciated your support.   THANK YOU♥ Spring Fair Committee: Natalie Lordon Michelle Boyden Michelle Comeau Dawn Holland MacKinnon Colleen Fitzgerald Cheryl Gallant Rita Clarke

Saturday, June 2, 2012

Grade 6 Parent Meeting at Clayton Park Junior High

Tuesday, June 5th at 6:00 p.m.
For parents of Grade 6 students that will be attending there next year.

Tuesday, May 29, 2012


 Winner of Family Raffle Draw

Winner of the Family Raffle Draw for the Spring Fair was Lisa Blue - we hope you enjoy your free day at the Fair & delux parking spot Lisa & family!

Tuesday, May 15, 2012

Wednesday, April 25, 2012

2012 Spring Fair

Our Spring Fair is coming up!  Check out some of the events and other information at the link below.

http://egwps.ednet.ns.ca/Extra/2012 Spring Fair Newsletter 1.pdf

Wednesday, April 11, 2012

Tropical Twist & Shout Auction and Dance Fun-Raiser


It's coming up quick (May 5th!) and going to be a great night that will help us improve our play spaces for all Grosvenor students and the community. Tickets can be purchased now from the office or through our e-mail egwps.playground@gmail.com.

For more information click the link below:



http://egwps.ednet.ns.ca/playground/Twist%20&%20Shout%20Reminder.pdf

Thursday, March 29, 2012

Easter Dance

Where:  School's Gymnasium
Date: April 4th
Time:  6:30pm-8:00pm

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Please let us know if can lend a hand. There are many ways in which you can help to make this a successful event. We’ll need bakers, help with setting up, manning the canteen and cleaning up. Your shift can be as little as a half hour long. Email: kerithomas@gmail.com Also, if anyone has a connection to the bunny or one of his helpers please let us know as we’d love to have him come and hop with us.

There is also a coloring contest.  See the link below for more information on the dance and contest:

http://egwps.ednet.ns.ca/Extra/Easter.pdf

Wednesday, March 7, 2012

Playground Auction and Dance Fundraiser

There will be an auction and dance to raise money for the Grosvenor Wentworth playground on Saturday May 5th at 7:00.  Click the link below for more information.

http://egwps.ednet.ns.ca/playground/Auction.pdf

Monday, March 5, 2012

Parking and Drop Off

Parking, pickup and drop off have become safety concerns for the students at Grosvenor Wentworth Park School.

Please read the attached notice regarding safety concerns on Downing Street.

http://egwps.ednet.ns.ca/News/DrivingNotice.pdf

Thursday, February 9, 2012

Pennies For Books

Pennies for Books, sponsored by Tattletales Bookstore
An exciting month-long classroom challenge to support the library.

The library will use the pennies collected by the students and the amount
Tattletales and its' sponsors donate to buy new books for the library.
Do you have extra penny rollers at home? Donations gratefully accepted!
Start collecting those pennies/coins! Many coins for many books!

Saturday, February 4, 2012

New Bus Schedule


Beginning Monday, February 6th, the bus will be arriving seven minutes early (in the morning) at the following stops: Hamshaw and Saskatoon, Starboard Drive at playground only, Outrigger at supermailbox.

Canadian Tire Money Class Challenge.

Canadian Tire Money Class Challenge.
Top Winners……………

2 Russell/Gray 177.30

1 Welsh 138.80

3 Joseph 81.05


Grand Total = 894.50

THANK YOU!!!

*The funds will be used to help purchase prizes for the upcoming PTG events

Wednesday, February 1, 2012

Winter Wonderland Bingo

EGWPS Winter Wonderland BINGO is on February 16th, 2012  from 6:30 – 8:30pm. Play with a chance to win wonderful prizes.  Click here below for more information

Thursday, January 26, 2012

Lost and Found

There are numerous items in the Lost and Found.  They will be on display on tables at different sites in the school.  Teachers will bring students for a walk by to pick up items they recognize.  Parents are encouraged to come in and view for themselves.  All items will be removed and donated after Friday.

Monday, January 23, 2012

Primary French Immersion Meeting

There is a French Immersion meeting in the school Library on February 9th for all primaries attending French Immersion in September.

Registration Month

February is registration month. All primaries who will be age five by December 31, 2012 should be registered by the end of the month.

Thursday, January 12, 2012

Author Visit- Karen Kelloway

There is an author visit for grades 5 & 6 on Monday January 23rd.
Karen Kelloway, the author of "Raphael's Riddle" will give a special book reading & signing.
This travel adventure is suitable for readers aged 10-15, and will be available for $6, with half of the profit going to the library.
Books can be purchased during the Book Sale and in the library the following week.

Library Used Book Sale

The library is having a used book sale.
Give gently-worn and well-loved classics & new favourites a new home.
English & French titles available.
All age groups, including many adult titles and reference books.


Cost:  25 cent Book Sale in School Library
When: Monday January 23rd to Wednesday January 25th

The Canadian Tire Money Class Challenge


The Canadian Tire Money Class Challenge runs the month of January.
Classes compete to raise the most Canadian Tire Money.
The winning class can choose a Pizza Party or an Ice Cream Party by class vote.
The Canadian Tire Money will be used to purchase prizes for the Winter Fun Bingo Night and the Spring Fair.