January Sharing Assembly - Teamwork

Earlier this week, students participated in our monthly sharing assembly.  The sharing assembly focused on Teamwork, which is the the January TDSB Character Trait. During the sharing assembly, students shared stories and examples of teamwork were discussed.  Classroom recognition certificates were also awarded.  In addition, one of our Grade 3 students, Olena, was recognized for a picture she painted for the school.  Olena is in Mrs. Adair's class and painted the picture because she felt inspired with the discussions she not only had in the classroom, but during assemblies as well.  The painting now has a home on the wall by the Primary entrance.  Way to go Olena and THANK YOU!!

Officer Rich Visit

Officer Rich visited with students in Grades 1 and 4 today.  For those that do not know Officer Rich, he is our Community Officer from the Toronto Police Services. 

Today, he spoke to the Grade 1 students about personal safety and how deal with a stranger.  He also spoke to the Grade 4 students about Internet Safety.  Both discussions were extremely informative.  Students were fully engaged and asked many questions.

Officer Rich also brought his car into the schoolyard and allowed students to have a look inside during recess.  This was a HUGE hit! 

A big thank you to Officer Rich!  He will be back in the next few weeks to speak with Grades 2, 5, 6 and 8 as part of the Toronto Police Services School Program.

Kindergarten Registration

Welcome back!  I hope everyone had a restful Holiday Break.
Today we began planning for Kindergarten Registration and have set dates.  This year we will be registering on February 12th and 13th from 8 am - 4 pm.  Please contact the main office to book your appointment.

Happy Holidays!

Happy Holidays and all the best for the New Year. 
School will resume January 7, 2013.

Ward Forum

Lambton Kingsway is hosting Trustee Gough's and Trustee Glover's Ward Forum on Tuesday January 29, 2013 from 7 - 9 pm.   Guest speakers will be Annie Kidder, Executive Director for People for Education and Kate Hammer, Education Reporter for The Globe and Mail.  For more information, please go to Trustee Gough's website.  Here is the link:
http://www.tdsb.on.ca/_site/viewitem.asp?siteid=167&pageid=167&menuid=167

Second Harvest Donations

Congratulations to Ms. Walker and the students of 5A for all of their efforts to raise awareness of those in need and for collecting a great deal of food for Second Harvest.  Thank you also to the LKS community for supporting this initiative!

Sandy Hook Letter to Parents

The events at Sandy Hook Elementary on Friday have shocked and saddened all of us.  Such a tragedy makes us all reflect and search for answers.  The TDSB has responded with a letter to parents and some tips for parents to help support their children.  You will find these letters on the main page of the LKS website under the "TDSB and LKS Notices" section.   http://schoolweb.tdsb.on.ca/lambtonkingsway/Home.aspx

The TDSB and LKS take the safety of all children seriously.  We will continue to do everything in our power to create a safe environment.  The Director of the TDSB Dr. Chris Spence spoke candidly with the Toronto Star about the tragedy.  Here is part of his message to parents:

"To parents, I will say this — your children are safe. Doors are locked, cameras are on, and other security measures are in place. But most importantly, with close to 40,000 staff at the TDSB, you will always have tens of thousands of moms, dads, sisters and brothers looking out for them."

For the full story go to:

http://www.thestar.com/opinion/editorials/article/1303049--connecticut-school-shooting-heavy-with-hurt-in-toronto