Harwich Raleigh Public School

This Sunday is “Local School Night” at the Blenheim Blades game! All students wearing any type of school swag or clothing or shows a student card will get in free!!! Let's see if we can fill the stands with Wildcats!

Check out the Fall Festival and Crafts Fair being hosted at BDHS this weekend. There is sure to be something for everyone to enjoy. Details are included in the poster.

Welcome October! As fall moves right in, we are looking forward to many blessings ahead. Enjoy the season and all of the activities which come with Autumn.

To recognize the importance of learning and gaining knowledge from those who came before us, teachers throughout the school presented lessons and learning opportunities about residential school, Indigenous people losing their languages, culture and ways of life, and how what has taken place in the past still deeply impacts current generations. Each photo you see below illustrates some learning that has taken place with various teachers and students across the student body.

As part of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, one of our Grade 7/8 classes did some important learning today and it will continue for another day or two. Initially, they watched “Spirit Bear and Children Make History” and discussed what the students learned and the importance of Jordan’s Principle and it introduced us to the 94 Calls to Action. They then read through all 94 Calls to Action in student-friendly language. Following that, they looked at a website that showed us which of the Calls to Action have been completed and were shocked that in 10 years, only 13-17 have been completed. They discussed why it’s a range of numbers and that’s because everyone has a differing opinion and it cannot be agreed upon how many have actually been completed. Lastly, the students broke off into groups and got to choose from a list of incomplete Calls to Action. They then had to analyze their Call to Action and reflect on it. After that, they had to answer the following questions: What are some ways that the government (federal, provincial, and/or municipal) can make this Call to Action happen? What are some ways that Canadian citizens can make this Call to Action happen? They had to answer these questions on a big chart paper. And then they will present their work for their whole class in the coming days. This work is important, for everyone to keep learning and taking responsibility for the Calls to Action.

HRPS students, staff and families helped to make the 45th Terry Fox Run a success. Together, our fundraising efforts helped us to surpass our $2000 fundraising goal. We raised $2116.50 to contribute to cancer research in Terry's memory. The walk on Thursday afternoon was a great way to get out, get moving, and not give up on Terry's dream. Students from four classes completed decorating a paper shoe while learning about Terry Fox's Marathon of Hope and were able to display them in the hallway in the shape of a shoe for all to be able to see. Way to go, Wildcats!

We are now just 2 days away from our school Terry Fox Run. Let's keep Terry's dream alive and follow the slogan for this year's run; Finish It. This year is the 45th Anniversary of the Terry Fox Run and we are asking that you help us reach our school goal of $2000.

On Thursday, September 25th, we are hoping to see all Wildcat families come out to our "Meet the Staff" event between 4:30 and 6:30pm. Please plan to come, introduce yourselves to the teaching staff, see where your children learn and play, and kick off the school year in a great way.

Hello Wildcat families!

This is a quick reminder that on Wednesday, September 24th, Fall photos will be taken for all students from JK through Grade 8. We are hoping to see some great smiles that day!

Our school Terry Fox school run is approaching next week. The HRPS fundraising goal is $2000 this year. To help get to that goal, we are having a Hat Day tomorrow, Thursday, September 18th. Students can pay $1 and wear a school appropriate hat for the day, helping to get closer to the school goal.

Whether it's your favourite ball cap, a top hat, or something unique and homemade, let's see those hats tomorrow, Wildcats!

Wildcat families: Here you will find a poster that we are asking all parents, guardians, grandparents, other relatives, and friends who help with morning drop off to be aware of. Beginning Monday, September 15th, we will be asking that no parents enter onto the school yard during the 9:00-9:15am period. While we know that you are trying to assist your child in getting to the yard and wishing them well, our staff are present and very capable at helping if the need arises. We hope that by sending this change to you now, you will have a week to talk about this with your child and prepare both your child(ren) and yourself for this difference. The same sign will be visible on the fence at the gate for everyone to be able to see. For the afternoon pick up of students in JK. SK and Grade 1, please continue to come onto Area 1 and be able to receive your child(ren) from their teachers on the yard. We sincerely appreciate your cooperation with this change.

Good morning Wildcats!

Once again this year, we have partnered with a local flower grower and distributer, Flowerbed Greenhouses for our Fall Fundraiser. Beginning today, September 5th, running through Tuesday, September 16th. Tickets can be purchased through School Cash Online to redeem for a hearty 9inch fall mum. Once numbers are tallied, the tickets will be sent home with students on Thursday, September 18th, before the weekend. The tickets can then be redeemed any time after receiving them, up to September 30th.

Today, September 5th, each student will come home with an order form. These order forms will stay with you at home and are not necessary to return to school. They should be kept so that if you have had multiple people order to support our school, you have an accurate record of who to get the tickets to once you receive them at home.

Your support in this fundraising campaign is much appreciated. Please reach out to the school office if there is any way that we can help you.

Heather

We are excited to welcome everyone, those who are brand new to Harwich Raleigh, as well as those who are returning. We are looking forward to a great school year. Please be extra cautious today with more traffic on the roads and students moving in the community.

Our school has set a goal of $2000 this year to support Terry Fox's Marathon of Hope, with this year's theme being 'Finish It'. More information will be coming about this year's campaign.

Welcome September, a month that brings the return of routine, cooler days and the beginning of many signs of fall.

The office has had some inquiries about the suggested supply list, so it has been added here. Looking forward to welcoming everyone after the long weekend.

The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is observed annually on September 30th. Orange Shirt Day is how many people recognize this day. This day is observed to honour First Nations, Inuit, and Metis survivors and their families and communities, and ensure the public commemoration of their history and legacy of residential schools. Our school team works to help students of all ages and grades understand the importance of this learning and day of recognition. This work is done at a level that is appropriate for their understanding, through teaching, read aloud books, videos and other means of learning. Many children and families have articles of orange clothing, specifically orange shirts, to wear on September 30th to show their support. If your family is looking to add new sizes or an updated version of their orange shirt, there is an opportunity to purchase an orange shirt with an LKDSB designed logo. Students, family and community members can order directly through Team Outfitters. Payments are done completely online. Orders will be delivered directly to the school in time for September 30th. Orders remain open until Sunday, September 7th.

Beginning Monday, August 25th, our school office will be open. Perhaps your family moved over the summer and needs to update contact information such as contact names and/or numbers and address. Or, perhaps your family will be attending a new school as the result of a move. These concerns, as well as others are tasks, are those which the school office can help with.

Please call ahead of arrving at the school to ensure that someone will be able to help you and your family.