School Photos: Proof packages (including student ID cards) have arrived and were distributed to Grade 7&8 students today. Ask your son for it so it doesn’t languish in his backpack or locker for months! Student ID cards are useful for entrance to inter-school events. Photos can be ordered online at mylifetouch.ca using the access code on the proof package. If your son was absent when the photos were taken, he is registered to participate in Photo Retake Day on Thursday, November 14. If your son wishes to have his photo retaken, please inform Ms. Beech so she can ensure that he is registered.
Grade 7 Outdoor Ed Trip: Into the WILD is a two day, one night intro to survival in the outdoors. During this trip, students will find themselves in a beautiful forest away from all the comforts of the modern city. With basic tools and no electronics, they will need to rely on their instinct and knowledge to build a shelter, make food and connect with their peers. Throughout this experience, students develop confidence and autonomy and gain a deeper understanding of how to take care of themselves, their peers, and the land that hosts us for a night. A Consent Form (mandatory) needs to be completed by Tuesday, October 1 (but sooner is helpful:). Please reach out to Mr. Julian Geisterfer (outdooreducation@selwyn.ca) with any questions about the Packing List and Student Groups and Schedule.
Calling all chefs! Tablée des Chefs: Are you Selwyn’s next best Middle School chef? Do you love to eat and want to know how to make your favourite foods? La Tablée des Chefs is the extracurricular activity for you! Sign Up Here by October 6th! This group will meet on Thursdays (not on Tuesdays) after school (3:00-4:30 p.m.) from October 17th until April. There is a fee for this extracurricular activity; financial assistance is available. See the sign up form for details.
Join the MS Play! t's not too late to any student who wasn’t able to attend is encouraged to email Ms. Martin (martinl@selwyn.ca) and join the cast and crew! Rehearsals will be held on Tuesdays from 3-4:15pm in the Red Room Theatre (SHS theatre and drama classroom). Performances will take place in January. There are roles onstage and off for everyone interested in getting involved!
Reviewing Term 2 Phys. Ed. Options: At this time, we ask families to review the course options for the November - March winter term presented here. Course selection for the winter term will take place next week via Google Form. Tryouts dates and times for basketball and futsal will be shared next week as well.
Day Camp at Selwyn House during Mid-Term Break - November 4-8, 2024: We are exploring the possibility of offering a camp during the mid-term break to Middle School students, in addition to Elementary School students. To help us determine the level of interest and finalize our plans, we have attached a brief form for you to fill out. Your responses will help us gauge interest and ensure we tailor the camp to best meet the needs of our students. Please fill out the form here, by October 7th.
QAIS Presentation for Parents - Childhood Anxiety: Empowering Strategies for Effective Support. QAIS is pleased to present guest speaker Julie-Anne Richards and host this in-person event for parents on Tuesday, October 22 from 7-9pm at LCC. Click here for event details and to register before October 9.
Volunteering Opportunities:
October 6: Stroll & Dash – This event supports the patients on Sarah’s Floor, the pediatric wing of Cedars. Click here for more details.
October 20: Ovarian Run for Cedars – This event is dedicated to raising awareness and funds for ovarian cancer. Click here for more details.
