What's Up at Myrtle Philip? March 2-6

Words Have Power

Words 100% by Brianne Aldcroft

Last week we had Pink Shirt Day on Wednesday. Teachers had many different lesson plans to discuss the importance of kindness. One lesson that I observed began with a heart made out of construction paper. Kids were instructed to give examples of unkindness and things that are hurtful. As they made suggestions, she crumpled the heart a little bit and there were some rips, too. Then, once the heart was sufficiently crushed, she asked them offer kind words and as they did so, she uncrumpled the heart and tried to smooth it out. No matter how hard she tried though, she couldn't make the heart perfectly smooth again. The class reflected on what that represented and they came up with really great responses. Even though we apologize or fix our mistakes, the hurt can last. Kindness can heal, but harm can't always be erased. Words have power.

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New Stuff

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Thank You WhistlerBlackcomb Foundation!

The WhistlerBlackcomb Foundation has donated $45,000 towards our $90,000 goal to renovate part of our playground to make it accessible for children with mobility challenges. In the months and years coming, we will be working hard to create fundraisers and find grant opportunities we can apply to.

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When Worry Becomes More--March 5

Maury Young Arts Centre

Anxiety is sometimes a normal part of life, but sometimes it's not. When kids and teenagers become overwhelmed, it can be difficult for their parents and teachers to figure out proper support.

Visit eventbrite.ca/e/when-worry-becomes-more-understanding-anxiety-in-todays-youth-tickets-1645322898079 for tickets.

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Personal Technology

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In Case You Missed It

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School Food Programs

Our School Food Program ensures students have access to nourishing food at school through the lunches and snacks in the community fridges and breakfast program. Whistler Community Services Society in partnership with SD48 provides food to ensure that every child has access to nutritious, delicious and local food to be able to learn at school. Government funding helps but we rely on family and community contributions to bridge the gap and keep programs sustainable.

Every bit helps - Donate to the program here.

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Breakfast Club!—All Welcome!

Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday

8:05 am to 8:20 am

Cereal and toast

Remember your manners, tidy up after yourself, back outside when you are done so more students can come in for a bite to eat.

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Bussing

Students must be registered to use SD48 busing and meet certain criteria.

If you have the same address as last school year and are already registered, you are good to go!

If you are new to the district or have moved homes, please go to the SD48 website for further info and for instructions on how to register: School Bus Transportation

Information about Bus Routes is also on their website.

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Attendance

Please let the office know as soon as possible if your child will be away during the first week of school. Email [email protected] with your child’s first and last name, the reason for their absence, and their start date.

We ask that both new and returning families take a moment to familiarize themselves with our Attendance Procedures and expectations

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Volunteers

Criminal Records Checks - If you wish to volunteer at Myrtle Philip Community School or partake in any class field trips in the upcoming school years, we require that a Criminal Record Check (CRC) be on file here at the office. Click here for more info.

Volunteer Driver Application – This must be completed annually in addition to the CRC if you plan to volunteer as a driver this year: Volunteers – Families – Myrtle Philip Community School (sd48myrtlephilip.org)