Elementary School Update
May 2, 2024
Upcoming Events
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Thursday, May 2 ~ Art Fair (3:15 to 6 pm ~ Rossy Agora)
Thursday, May 2 ~ Music Cabaret (7 to 9 pm ~ Coristine Hall)
Thursday, May 9 ~ Halo Road Race
Friday, May 10 ~ Elementary School Play (7 pm ~ Coristine Hall)
Tuesday, May 14 ~ Denim Day
Wednesday, May 15 ~ Gryphon Sale (7 to 11 am ~ Rossy Agora)
Thursday, May 16 ~ No Breakfast Service Available
Friday, May 17 ~ Track & Field Morning
Friday, May 17 ~ Half Day (staggered dismissal by 11:30 am)(no lunch served)
Monday, May 20 ~ Holiday (school closed)
Need to Know
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Art Fair 2024: Congratulations to the artists whose work is displayed in the Art Fair this afternoon in Rossy Agora and Macaulay lobby. Special recognition to our Arts teachers, Mme Dupras, Ms. Foran, and Mr. Hodgins who are the creative minds behind the art projects and who curated the Art Fair.
Volunteers for the ES Play needed: Mr. Kennedy needs volunteers for the Elementary School play to help in a variety of areas. If you have time, please sign up for any of the shifts which involve setting up the stage, cleaning the backstage, taking down the set, helping to dress the boys in their costumes during rehearsals and performances, and doing hair and makeup.
Halo Road Race: The annual Halo Road Race will be held on Thursday, May 9. Race times are guidelines: grade 3 set to start at 10:45 and 10:55; grade 4 set to start at 10:45 and 10:55; grade 5 set to start at 11:30 and 11:40 and grade 6 set to start at 11:50 and 12:10. Races are scheduled to take place on Mount Royal (near Beaver Lake). Boys come to school in their phys.ed. gear. Boys may bring a water bottle to the race. Parents are welcome to come and cheer on the boys.
Elementary School Play: The Elementary School play, The Jungle Book, will take place on Friday, May 10 at 7 PM in Coristine hall. The morning performance for students will take place earlier in the week, on Tuesday, May 7 at 9 AM. In lieu of admission, non-perishable food donations will be collected and donated to a local food bank.
Basketball Town Hall ~ Grade 6 to 11: Join us for a Basketball Town Hall on Thursday, May 9 from 6:30 to 8:30pm in Coristine Hall. More details will be emailed to all current Grade 6 to11 parents from the Phys Ed. Department.
Library news: May 24th is the last day to borrow books. All outstanding library books must be returned by June 3rd. Any books that are not returned by the end of the school year will be billed to your account.
Grade 6 Ministry Exams: Please find below the list of upcoming grade 6 ministry exams.
English Ministry Exams ~ Tuesday, May 21 to Friday, May 24 (all of grade 6)
French Ministry Exams ~ Tuesday, May 27 to Thursday, May 29 (all of grade 6)
French Ministry Exams ~ Monday, June 3 (all of grade 6)
French Ministry Exams ~ Thursday, June 6 (only 6B)
Math Ministry Exams ~ Monday, June 10 to Wednesday, June 12 (all of grade 6)
Gryphon Sale Donations Needed: Please drop off any gently used uniform items in the bins just inside the front door of the school. Save the Date! The Spring Gryphon sale is Wednesday, May 15 from 7 to 11 am in the Rossy Agora.
Introducing the all-new Argyle Shop: The ultimate destination for your Selwyn House School uniform and athletic wear needs! Now available online at www.argyleshop.ca From classic uniforms to performance-driven sportswear, the Argyle Shop has everything you need to showcase your Selwyn House pride. Our new online platform also opens doors to future opportunities. Stay tuned for exciting new items and more, as we continue to enhance the platform. Shop now and gear up to show your Gryphon pride like never before!
Summer Uniform (Gr. 3-6): Summer uniform may be worn starting Monday, May 6. Our summer uniform shirt is a short sleeved, pale blue, button down, crested dress shirt available in the Argyle Shop. No garments other than a school sweater or blazer may be worn with it at school.
2024 Acts of Kindness Campaign completed: A message from the organizer, Mr. Grier:"In a world where you can be anything, be kind." Looking back on the last 10 weeks of kindness, we have tried to inspire you and everyone in our community to be kind. Tracking all of the kindness acts has become a challenge and so, we do not have official numbers on the totals and whether we met our goal or not. I am happy to say though that we were able to get participation from all parts of our community. Thank you to all! Let’s continue to offer to each other and to our planet some of the greatest gifts of all - love & kindness.
Teeing Up for 70 Years of Impact!: Let's make history on the greens at the Old Boys & Friends' Golf Tournament as we aim to raise $70,000 to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the Old Boys' Association. Last year's event was a testament to our community's spirit and generosity, and now we're rallying together for an even bigger milestone. Be a part of this memorable occasion by becoming a sponsor, donating auction prizes to help us reach our fundraising goal, or join us for dinner! Watch our highlight video from last year's tournament to witness the magic, and get ready to swing into action for a cause that's close to our hearts. Together, let's make the 70th anniversary of the Old Boys' Association one to remember. For more information, visit selwyn.ca/golf.
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