Harwich Raleigh Public School

This is a reminder to all HRPS familes that Friday, April 24th is a Professional Activity Day. This means that school staff will be busy engaged in their own learning and no classes will take place. We will see everyone back at school on Monday, April 27th.

🌎Today is Earth Day, and some Wildcats had a first-hand experience helping to create greener futures at HRPS. In partnership with CK Public Health, the Lower Thames Valley Conservation Authority and with funding from TD Bank, our school participated in a program called Tomorrow's Greener Schools Today. The idea is to plant native tree species on school yards to they will provide shade cover for student in the future. Additionally, they will provide support to the ecosystems, including birds and animals. 🌳🪺🐿️ 6 trees were planted in total on the school yard,

Today is Administrative Professionals Day and we are celebrating the amazing Mrs. Koluk in the office. 💐 While many of you might hear her on the phone when you call, or see her in the office when you arrive, there are endless responsibilities that she fulfills behind the scenes. These range from helping students, staff, parents, and even the principal. Not only does she take care of so many things and so many people, she does it with a smile on her face. 📥🏢🗄️🖇️🗓️🖊️ If you have the chance to celebrate her or thank her today, I encourage you to do that!

🍦 I scream, you scream, we all scream for ICE CREAM DAY! 🍦

Get ready for the sweetest day of the year! Join us on May 6th during nutrition break for our upcoming Ice Cream Day! 🍨✨

Whether you love classic chocolate, sweet strawberry, or classic vanilla, we’ve got a scoop just for you. Don't forget to order ahead of the April 22nd deadline through School Cash Online. And your sweet tooth!

Another week, more wins at Badminton! 🏸 Wildcat athletes represented the school well once again during badminton play on Friday. 🐾 Taking home gold in Girls Doubles was Tala M. and Lydia K.🥇Taking home gold in Girls Singles was Ryla B.🥇And rounding out the medal count was Natalee B. and Grayson I. with a silver in Mixed Doubles. 🥈 A big "Thank You" to the coaches for giving their time for practices and tournaments and "Congratulations" to all athletes for competing.

🗓️If you haven't already made plans to attend the Art Expo at HRPS on Thursday, May 7th, from 4:30 until 6:30, this might be your sign! Here are examples of what you can make for just $5 at the Art Expo. 👜We are asking that families pre-order the canvas tote bag through School Cash Online. This will allow us time to ensure there are enough supplies the night of the event. By purchasing the canvas bag, all participants will then be able to decorate one side of the tote with the fabric markers provided. 🎨 You don't want to miss this opportunity it to show your creativity, so make sure you purchase tote bags for your young artists ahead of the event.

Register now for an upcoming day of learning and creating at the Buxton National Historic Site and Museum. Not only is this local, it's a super cool learning experience that everyone should have as a CK resident.

Life can be tough, getting help shouldn’t be.

That’s why there’s One Stop Talk! We are a free, confidential service that lets kids and youth get immediate mental health support with a registered therapist.

Start with a conversation, leave with a plan.

Visit https://onestoptalk.ca/ for resources and support.

🎨 Get Ready to Be Inspired! 🖌️

Our talented students will be working incredibly hard to create artwork for display, and it will be time to showcase their masterpieces! Join us for our upcoming Art Expo, where creativity takes center stage.

From stunning paintings and intricate sculptures , and photography, come see the world through the eyes of our amazing student artists. 🌟

More details will come as we near the event, but for now, we are asking that you Save the Date:

Here is everything you need to know:

📅 Date: Thursday, May 7th, 2026

⏰ Time: 4:30pm-7:30pm

📍 Location: Gym/Auditorium

Bring your friends, family, and a love for the arts! Let's pack the school and show our support for these brilliant young creators. See you there! 👋

#SchoolArtExpo #StudentArtists #ArtShow #CreativeMinds #SupportTheArts #HarwichRaleighPublicSchool

The sunshine ☀️ the last few days might have inspired some thoughts of flowers and gardening. 🌺🪴🪏 This is perfect timing for our Spring Fundraiser partnering with Flowerbed Greenhouse, a local business in Blenheim. Currently through School Cash Online, families, neighbours, friends or community members can preorder three types of plants. Wave petunias, in a 4 inch container, assorted hanging baskets, in a 10 inch basket and assorted patio pots, in a 14 inch container. Online sales run until April 27th. Tickets can be picked up at the school beginning May 1st. Tickets can then be redeemed at the Flowerbed Greenhouse between May 5th to 26th, with the best selection being early in the season. Visit the HRPS website in the School Cash Online site to purchase your spring plants.

Happy Easter!

Wishing all of our Harwich Raleigh students, staff, and families who are celebrating this weekend a wonderful Easter holiday. We hope everyone takes this time to rest, recharge, and enjoy the beautiful spring weather.

Have a fantastic long weekend, and we can't wait to see you all on Tuesday, April 7th! 🏫🌼

A couple months ago, one of our primary students wrote a note to the principal proposing that every Wednesday be Wildcat Wednesday. We've made that an official day each week, and here is a photo of many staff beaming with pride, showing off their Wildcat gear! From our staff to your families, wishing everyone a Happy Easter.

No fooling, just the beginning of a new month!

April 2nd marks World Autism Awareness Day each year, a time to recognise the spectrum of experiences that make up the lives of people with autism. This year, the 18th annual World Autism Awareness Day is being celebrated. We are asking all students, staff and community members to wear blue to show their support on Thursday.

Wishing a meaningful and Happy Passover to all our students, families, and staff celebrating! ✡️✨
📖 What is Passover?
Passover is a major Jewish holiday that commemorates the emancipation of the Israelites from slavery in ancient Egypt. The story of the Exodus is retold during a special ritual meal called the Seder. During the Seder, families and friends gather to read from the Haggadah, sing songs, ask questions, and eat symbolic foods—most notably matzah (unleavened bread).

🗓️ When is Passover 2026?
Because it follows the Hebrew calendar, Passover (Pesach) dates change every year on the secular calendar. This year, the holiday begins before sundown on Wednesday, April 1st and concludes at nightfall on Thursday, April 9th.

Harwich Raleigh Public School - Where Big Adventures Begin! ✨

Join us for our Kindergarten Open House! Come meet our wonderful teachers, explore our classrooms, and see where your child will grow, learn, and make their very first school memories.

📅 When: April 1st, 2026 from 4pm until 7pm
📍 Where: HRPS, 231 Chatham Street South, Blenheim, Ontario
✅ RSVP: Just show up!

We can’t wait to meet the Class of 2036! 🍎

Please share with other families or community members who also have young children.

This spring, School Mental Health Ontario is offering a free webinar series designed to help parents and caregivers navigate important topics to support their children’s mental health.

This expert-led series will provide insights and practical strategies on:

✅ balanced device use
✅ vaping
✅ body image
✅ anxiety

The webinars will also include answers to questions that parents/caregivers can provide ahead of the webinar, giving you the chance to ask questions and gain practical guidance.

To register, visit: bit.ly/4kj5kfP

Good day parents and guardians,

This is an additional reminder that students in JK, SK, Grade 2, and Grade 7 will be seen by a Registered Dental Hygienist from Chatham-Kent Public Health. This quick look in the mouth doesn't replace regular dental visits, but serves as an additional tool in helping to keep oral health a priority.
If you would like more information, please call the Chatham-Kent Public Health Dental Program at 519-352-7270 ext 5700, or visit ckphu.com/oral-health

Welcome Spring! We are excited for the changes that come with this new season, growth and new development.

Wildcat Families!

We are so excited about the traction that Wildcat Wednesday has gained already.

Our spiritwear company has indicated that any online orders placed before Wednesday, March 18th, and you select "ship to school" shipping charges will be waived. If you have already placed an order and have been charged for shipping, that cost will be refunded through the original payment method. Once all orders have been processed, they will be made and then shipped to the school.

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