A quick reminder:
Our next School Council Meeting is scheduled for November 25th , 6:30 PM. You can join in person, at the school, in the Learning Commons, or virtually by using the information below to join TEAMS.
Meeting ID 212 656 573 686 4
Passcode: gN2LH9WM
Our next School Council Meeting is scheduled for November 25th , 6:30 PM. You can join in person, at the school, in the Learning Commons, or virtually by using the information below to join TEAMS.
Meeting ID 212 656 573 686 4
Passcode: gN2LH9WM
The calendar is quickly slipping from November into December, and we know there are families within the Blenheim and South-Kent community that could use some extra help with the approaching holiday season. Whether this is in the form of groceries, hygiene items, warm winter gear, or gifts for the holidays, there are always people who could use our support.
We are hoping that you, our Wildcat families, might be able to share some cheer this holiday season and donate to this worthwhile cause. Our school will be accepting donations until December 5th, when they will be picked up.
If you are someone who feels they would benefit from support of this program, please call Annalea Benn at 519-676-8409 between 9:00am and 5:00pm to make your request.
We are hoping that the school community can help some less fortunate families in our community feel the warmth this holiday season.
We are hoping that you, our Wildcat families, might be able to share some cheer this holiday season and donate to this worthwhile cause. Our school will be accepting donations until December 5th, when they will be picked up.
If you are someone who feels they would benefit from support of this program, please call Annalea Benn at 519-676-8409 between 9:00am and 5:00pm to make your request.
We are hoping that the school community can help some less fortunate families in our community feel the warmth this holiday season.
Wildcat Families:
This is a reminder that on Friday, November 21st, there is a PA Day in the LKDSB. In the morning, families are invited to attend a Student-Led Conference to talk about their student(s)' progress following the Initial Communication of Learning (JK and SK) and Progress Reports (Grade 1-8).
This is a reminder that on Friday, November 21st, there is a PA Day in the LKDSB. In the morning, families are invited to attend a Student-Led Conference to talk about their student(s)' progress following the Initial Communication of Learning (JK and SK) and Progress Reports (Grade 1-8).
Good afternoon Wildcat Families:
The week of November 17th through 22nd is recognized as Bullying Awareness Week. Within the LKDSB, our teams are committed to ensuring positive, safe, learning and working environments for all students, staff, parents/guardians and visitors. To find out more about the programs and supports within the LKDSB, follow the link below:
https://www.lkdsb.net/o/lkd/page/bullying-awareness-and-prevention
Our school Multidisciplinary Team, consisting of students and staff supervisors, have developed spirit days for Monday through Thursday of next week. Friday is a PA Day. The team will also be sharing announcements at various points. We are hoping that by sharing this information ahead of time, we can have a great level of student participation.
Thanks,
Heather Vander Pol
The week of November 17th through 22nd is recognized as Bullying Awareness Week. Within the LKDSB, our teams are committed to ensuring positive, safe, learning and working environments for all students, staff, parents/guardians and visitors. To find out more about the programs and supports within the LKDSB, follow the link below:
https://www.lkdsb.net/o/lkd/page/bullying-awareness-and-prevention
Our school Multidisciplinary Team, consisting of students and staff supervisors, have developed spirit days for Monday through Thursday of next week. Friday is a PA Day. The team will also be sharing announcements at various points. We are hoping that by sharing this information ahead of time, we can have a great level of student participation.
Thanks,
Heather Vander Pol
How many of you are feeling this, especially with the cold weather and snow that moved in recently?
All kidding aside, our Lost and Found here at the school is OVERFLOWING, specifically with hoodies and sweatshirts. Parents are welcome to come to the school to look through the L&F to locate things that belong to them.
We, the students and staff, at Harwich Raleigh, took time to reflect upon the sacrifices that those before us have made to allow the freedoms we have today. Here are some snapshots of our Remembrance Day Ceremony, including artwork that is displayed.
Today is "Take Your Kid to Work Day" and we have many 'Jr. Teachers' here to lend an extra hand and learn the ropes from veteran teachers.
This is a quick reminder to all families:
Photo retake day will be Friday, November 7th.
If you were away for the first photo day, or perhaps your photos didn't turn out well; now will be the chance to try again. Come prepared for retake day later this week!
Well, we are now entering the 2nd last month of 2025. You have 61 days to make great before 2026 comes roaring in!
Out Cross Country runners represented HRPS well at the District Meet on Wednesday in Sarnia at Canatara Park. It was so great to have this ending to their many practices and two meets ahead of this day! Way to go Wildcat runners, you made us proud!
There is much excitement building in anticipation of Hallowe'en tomorrow. We wanted to share a couple quick reminders!
Please encourage your student to wear orange and black clothing or that which is Hallowe'en themed. Costumes, masks, props and make up should not be part of what students wear or bring tomorrow.
If you are planning to send treats to your child's class, please ensure they are individually packaged and from a "nut free" facility. Homebaked or store bought snacks which don't meet these requirements are not permitted due to student safety.
We look forward to some fun Hallowe'en themed activities taking place throughout the day tomorrow.
The Wildcats were fortunate to receive an incredible gift from the BDHS Bobcats recently. As the community secondary school, where our students in the English program attend for their Grade 9-12 years, the Bobcats are forging relationships with future Bobcats. The school provided a custom
branded shade tent, featuring both the Wildcat and Bobcat logos and colours. Our athletes and staff will now be able to use this at events such as soccer tournaments, Cross Country meets, Track and Field Day and many more. Mr. Kistulenic and Mr. Bunning, as well as many student leaders from BDHS brought our new tent to us and showed some of our student leaders how to set things up.
Thanks so much, Bobcats! 🐾
Our holiday fundraising campaign kicks off today and runs through November 14th.
Check out details on the flyers attached. A paper copy of these flyers will be coming home with each student today, in addition to a colouring page for each student to complete at their leisure.
If you have questions, you can reach out to the school office.
Check out what some of our youngest learners are up to!
Our JK/SK French Immersion learners combined some Phonemic Awareness with some environmental stewardship. They took wrappers from various food items and determined where to place them on the chart based on the beginning sound or "phoneme initial". This is evidence that even our youngest students are working towards literacy goals all of the time!
Bravo, mes amis! 👏🏼📣
Parents and Guardians,
Please remember that tomorrow, October 23rd, will be the meeting where nominations and elections take place for the 2025-2026 school year. We are hoping to have a great turn-out Thursday evening. The meeting takes place in the Learning Commons beginning at 6:30pm.
Please remember that tomorrow, October 23rd, will be the meeting where nominations and elections take place for the 2025-2026 school year. We are hoping to have a great turn-out Thursday evening. The meeting takes place in the Learning Commons beginning at 6:30pm.
Each day, most of our students come to school and leave school bus riding school buses. We recognize the work of these drivers to be a very important part of the students' days. Bus drivers have a very important job, and they do that job with care and concern.
Today, Wednesday, October 22nd, we recognize our many bus drivers for the work they do.
Today, Wednesday, October 22nd, we recognize our many bus drivers for the work they do.
How about those Jays??
Following last night's Game 7 win, there are many folks, our students and staff included, who are cheering loudly for the Toronto Blue Jays. The Jays will start the 2025 World Series with Game 1 in Toronto on Friday night.
To support the only Canadian MLB team in their pursuit, we are having Blue Jays Spirit Day on Friday. We are encouraging everyone to wear their Jays gear, or clothing which is red, white, or blue. If students have a Blue Jays hat, they get to wear their hat all day inside the school as an extra incentive.
Let's go Jays!
Following last night's Game 7 win, there are many folks, our students and staff included, who are cheering loudly for the Toronto Blue Jays. The Jays will start the 2025 World Series with Game 1 in Toronto on Friday night.
To support the only Canadian MLB team in their pursuit, we are having Blue Jays Spirit Day on Friday. We are encouraging everyone to wear their Jays gear, or clothing which is red, white, or blue. If students have a Blue Jays hat, they get to wear their hat all day inside the school as an extra incentive.
Let's go Jays!
On October 21st, we celebrate the 25th observance of Early Childhood Educator Day.
Here at HRPS, we are fortunate to have two amazing Early Childhood Educators who work each and every day to support the social, emotional and academic needs of our youngest learners.
We also work very closely with many ECE teachers from Growing Together Family Resource Centre to support children as they enter school or through childcare before and after the school day.
Today, we celebrate you!
The deadline for spiritwear orders is quickly approaching, and you don't want to miss out on the chance to get cool new gear, as well as save the cost of shipping. To ensure you receive that savings, be sure to select "ship to school" as s checkout option. Your order will then be shipped directly to the school. Be sure to place your order before October 24th to be part of the free shipping option. All orders after October 24th will be subject to shipping fees.
If you want to have your order saved for an upcoming holiday gift, please contact the office directly, we will be glad to assist.
Harwich Raleigh is hosting the District Cross Country Meet later this week, Thursday, on October 23rd. We know this will bring athletes and spectators from a total of 7 schools. We are hoping that you will be able to help us that day.
Our bus dismissal time is very busy and student safety is our number one priority. The main driveway (U shaped, paved) will be closed off to guests until after the buses depart, which is typically 3:50pm. The gravel parking lot to the south of the school is available for parking, although it is limited in size and is very busy with families who are picking up students. The parking area at the B-Fit park across the street is an option, as is Giant Tiger parking lot, and Lanz Blvd. north of the school. As well, numerous families will park on either side of Chatham Street, on the shoulder. When the main parking lot is free of buses, families are welcomed to park in that area in designated/marked spots. We want to avoid any drivers who make their own parking spaces and park in a fire lane. We want to avoid this concern on Thursday, so we are asking for cooperation from all families.
Our bus dismissal time is very busy and student safety is our number one priority. The main driveway (U shaped, paved) will be closed off to guests until after the buses depart, which is typically 3:50pm. The gravel parking lot to the south of the school is available for parking, although it is limited in size and is very busy with families who are picking up students. The parking area at the B-Fit park across the street is an option, as is Giant Tiger parking lot, and Lanz Blvd. north of the school. As well, numerous families will park on either side of Chatham Street, on the shoulder. When the main parking lot is free of buses, families are welcomed to park in that area in designated/marked spots. We want to avoid any drivers who make their own parking spaces and park in a fire lane. We want to avoid this concern on Thursday, so we are asking for cooperation from all families.
