Sydenham P.S. Update
April 2024
Message from your Admin Team :)
Greetings to all,
We witnessed the majesty and wonder of Mother Nature during the recent solar eclipse. The eclipse has allowed students land acknowledgements to continue to grow as they ponder their personal role in stewardship of the land that we live, work and play on here in Limestone.
There is a buzz of excitement in the air at our school as the weather improves- classes are heading to the park for gym time, buds opening on our trees, our yard is no longer a mud puddle and we prepare for the upcoming 4th annual musical!
Staff continue to complete professional learning in mathematics and literacy instruction. The primary team attended stage 2 Acadience training which focused on next steps for small group instruction. We continue to work alongside out literacy coach, Steven Gillespie who supports our schools in a five week cycle. All classes are engaged in "fluency 15" which allows for students to master the foundational math skills for the first fifteen minutes of their math block daily with an open-ended question where the determined area of focus is based on assessment data.
Our school continues with many extra-curricular activities and events for our students. We continue to be grateful for the commitment of our staff that give their time to ensure students are given these opportunities.
Road racing has begin, each Tuesday & Thursday morning in preparation for the LCVI road race. Track and Field practices will begin in May. Ultimate frisbee is also on our radar this year. Our Swifties club continues to do good works in our community.
Classes are all planning year end trips (RKY camp, Ottawa trip, Wolf Island etc) as well as many educational trip to local galleries, musicals and events at Queens University.
Swim to Survive has recently been completed by our grade 3 classes.
The stage is set for our musical!
Huge Thank you to Mr. Emmerton and Ms. Zwicker for their time and creativity putting the show together with endless practice and choreography. The joy on the casts faces is evident and dancing practices often continue out on the playground:) Tickets are on sale either at the office or on School Day.
Lost & Found items remain displayed in the gym hallway. Check it out if you are missing anything- there are snow pants, hats, boots and lots of mittens. We will donate items that remain unclaimed.
We would like to also remind families that the school day ends here at SPS at 3:25pm each day, and our supervision does not extend beyond 3:35pm. If you know that you are going to be late, please contact the school. Please be aware that there is before and after school care at SPS that is provided by the YMCA. This is a paid service, and students must be registered to attend. If this is something that you would be interested in please contact the YMCA program directly. YMCA Of Eastern Ontario - Kingston Branch 613-546-2647 ext. 234
Brave workshops focusing on mental health and emotional well-being will take place in classes on 22nd May. Rae McDonald, LDSB Equity and Diversity lead, continues the pilot workshop, Captains & Poets, focusing on encouraging students to be 'Upstanders not Bystanders' . Student continue to journal their discussions and available resources.
We continue to grow together!
Happy Spring!
Mrs. MacDonald, Mrs. Barrett and the Sydenham PS Team :)
Sydenham PS School Musical
MUSICAL CONCERT: May 7-9
Tickets are going fast for "Kids on Stage", our musical revue concert taking place this spring.
There is 1 matinee performance (May 7, 1:30 pm) and 2 evening performances (May 8 & 9, 6:30 pm). The cast and crew will be presenting a variety of songs around the theme of friendship.
Sydenham students will have a sneak peak at an afternoon rehearsal on May 6th. The cost of tickets is $5 for students, and $10 for adults.
Tickets are available on the School Day payment system or via the office (exact change please).
Thank you in advance for your support of our 4th annual concert!
Freezies for Sale
Our grade 6/7/8 class is selling Freezies as a fundraiser to reduce cost of their year end trip to Ottawa. They will be sold on Friday' May 10th (with additional dates to follow.)
Please order in School Day. The cost is $2 and they will be delivered during lunch recess.
Calling All Three Year Olds!
Kindergarten Open House
Our newest Sydenham Storm will be invited to a Kindergarten Open House in early June. This is a great opportunity to visit the classroom, check out the yard and have any questions regarding the transition to kindergarten answered by our team. We have invited the Kingston Public Library, KFLA Public Health and Maltby to attend to share resources.
Stay tuned for your invitation.
Sydenham School Advisory Council
School Advisory Council
Spring Fair is scheduled for Saturday, 25th May.
Planning is underway for our annual Spring Fair which includes games, food truck, silent auction as well as representation from community agencies. It is a wonderful, community building event that students (& families) look forward to each year. Reach out if you would like to be involved.
Thank you to Connie Jenkins for the SAC update provided to all families. Our group meets every 5/6 weeks in the library with babysitting provided.
We value the active involvement of parents in our school community. If you are interested in volunteering or participating in the School Advisory Council (SAC), please reach out to our SAC chair Connie Jenkins for more information.
Looking Ahead
- Apr. 18 - Play Rehearsal (3:25-5:30pm)
- Apr. 23 - Play Rehearsal (3:25-5:30pm)
- Apr. 30 - Play Rehearsal (3:25-5:30pm)
- May 1- LCVI Road Race
- May 02 - Play Rehearsal (3:25-5:30pm)
- May 06 - Dress Rehearsal (3:25-5:30pm)
- May 07 - Musical Matinee
- May 08 - Musical Evening show 6:30pm
- May 09 - Musical Evening show 6:30pm
- May 20 - Victoria Day - No School
- May 31 - PA Day
- June 12 - Grade 7 Immunizations
- Jun. 25 - Grade 8 Graduation
- Jun. 26 - Report cards go home
- Jun. 27 - Last day of school!
- Jun. 28 - P.A. day
- Apr. 18 - Play Rehearsal (3:25-5:30pm)
Grade 2/3 biographies & 3D art.
Around and About SPS
New outdoor play equipment
Outdoor play on Primary yard
They told me it was mango soup!
Cooperation:)
Lunch is ready!
Fractions in grade 6/7/8
Outdoor fun
Solar eclipse
SK/1 learn about the eclipse
What a sight!
Coming out of darkness
Sydenham Swifties
Resources for Families
Upcoming Maltby resources
Mental Health resources
Sydenham Public School
Email: sydenhamps@limestone.on.ca
Website: https://sydenhamps.limestone.on.ca
Location: 5 Clergy Street East, Kingston, ON K7L 3H7, Canada
Phone: 613-548-3491