April 18th, 2019
Dear Families,
In the next few weeks, we will be spending some time exploring and enjoying the world of Mary Poppins. It seems right that we spend a little more of that time getting to know the story and some of the important messages found within. We were originally introduced to Mary Poppins in the 1934 novel by P.L. Travers. Mary Poppins has been adapted to other books, live theatre and movies. Ms. Travers once stated….
“No culture can satisfactorily move along its forward course without its myths, which are its teachings, its fundamental dealing with the truth of things….”
The messages found within this story are about caring for our imaginations, and our children. Mary Poppins is a protector of the family. She uses all her superpowers to help keep a family together by pointing out to parents how caring for children is a most choice-worthy life. How lucky we are, as educators and parents, to have the opportunity every day to care for and educate our children.
Enjoy your extra long weekend with those you love and care for,
Rick Saunders,
Vice Principal
Kindergarten Registration Reminder
We need 14 more Junior Kindergarten students for September, at Jean Steckle P.S. Please register your children today. The sooner you register, the better our jump on plans for September. Use the link below to create a new account and register this weekend!
https://etrillium.wrdsb.ca/fusion
Mary Poppins
Mary Poppins and her magic umbrella will be landing at Jean Steckle very soon.
Mary Poppins tickets will continue to be on sale on School Day. Tickets are $8 each. Shows are April 30th and May 1st at 6:30 pm. A limited number of tickets will be available for the daytime dress rehearsals at 11:30 am. Tickets will also be sold in the front foyer on April 23rd, 24th and 25th before school and after school (cash only sales).
If you have any questions please contact Mrs Evans ~ jennifer_evans@wrdsb.ca
Easter Break
Good Friday is Friday, April 19th. The following Monday, April 22nd is Easter Monday. Both of these days are holidays and the school will be closed.
Stuffed Animals
Our school staff would like to extend sincere thanks to the students, staff and volunteers who helped with our stuffed animal fundraiser. We will be selling animals next week. Each stuffed animal is $3. Also a big thank you to PetSmart.
Upcoming events:
April 30 and May 1 – Mary Poppins
May 17 – Crazy hair day
May 31 – PA Day
June 27 – Canada Day spirit day