CN Tower Climb

Are you interested in taking 1776 steps to the top of the CN Tower in an effort to support United Way Toronto and its affiliated social service and health agencies?  Mr. Perretta would like to extend an invite to the McMurrich Community to join him in this challenge.  Please take note that parents and children are invited to participate however students (under the age of 18) will need to be accompanied by an adult (over 21 years old) on the day of the climb if they would like to participate.  Having performed the climb last year, I can tell you it is an obvious physical challenge thus only those that feel physically prepared are encouraged to participate.  I hope you will join me on Saturday, October 23rd in this community effort.   It is my intention to meet all participants at McMurrich PS at 7:45am and drive to the event venue.  Our school’s tentative climb to the top of the CN Tower will commence ~9:00am and arrival back to McMurrich will be 11:00am.   You may also invite your friends and family to cheer you on at the top of the CN Tower from 6 am - 9 am on Saturday and Sunday.   Discounted admission is only $12 with taxes per person. 

Each participant is required to collect a minimum of $30 in donations if they are pre-registered prior to Wednesday, October 13^th.  The minimum donation is $60 after October 13^th.  I have already registered myself and created a team name “McMurrich Spirit” and ask that you confirm your participation no later than Tuesday, October 12^th.  In order to participate, each participant is asked to register for the student climb at www.unitedwaytoronto.com. You will be prompted to create a username and password of your choice.  You will then proceed to sign up for the student challenge taking place on October 23rd.   Add yourself as a team member to “McMurrrich Spirit” which is our group’s team name.  Upon completion of this, you can edit your profile and begin collecting pledges.

Please feel free to check the website for further details.

Thanks!

Mr. Perretta

Baseball Tryouts

Baseball tryouts have begun for Grades 4 - 6!  Next tryout is Tuesday, September 21st morning at 7:45 am and Wednesday, September 22nd after school.  


Please refer to the calendar on the McMurrich Sports page for the dates of the Baseball games.

Cross-Country Tryouts and Practices

A reminder that details on the Cross-Country Tryouts, Practices and Meets are listed on the McMurrich Sports page.  The first practices start during the lunch hour on Wednesday, September 15th!

School Newsletter Updates

You should have already received your first school newsletter today or will receive it shortly.  A reminder that our posted schedule last week is correct but note that the FIRST BELL rings at 8:30 am.  This bell is to allow students time to line up for their classes for entry at 8:35 am.  If you and your child are entering or leaving outside of normal times of entry or dismissal please sign in/out with our Office Administrator, Mrs. Donna Gareau, or our clerical, Ms. Bev Parsons. The school office is open from 8:15 am to 4:15 pm.

Welcome to our new Staff!

Ms. Kelly Capitao, Grade 1/2

Ms. Jennifer Higgins, Grade 2/3

Ms. Frankie McIntyre, Deaf Hard of Hearing Program

Ms. Karen Chwaiewsky, Deaf Hard of Hearing Program

Ms. Ana Vasic, Music

Ms. Ann Markovic, Deaf Hard of Hearing Program

Ms. Judith Morency, Deaf Hard of Hearing Program

Terry Fox Run and the Golden Shoe

Our Terry Fox run is scheduled for Wednesday, September 29th from 9:40 - 10:05 am.  Recognizing Terry Fox, we are doing laps around the field for the Golden Shoe award!  Yes, after all the excitement the Golden Shoe created last year at its debut at our school - it has returned and is looking for a new classroom home!

The Golden Shoe is a coveted award by all classrooms and in an effort to make it fair, the winner goes to the classroom that has the most laps (or burpees, knee lifts, etc) PER STUDENT.  Get moving and get running!  The Golden Shoe will be awarded at the first Student of the Month Assembly at the end of September.

Tryouts for Football and Cross Country

Sports tryouts have already begun!  Tryouts listed below are also noted on the McMurrich Sports page and Sports Calendar.

Boys Football Tryouts (Grades 4 - 6):  

Friday, Sept 10th, 3:10 - 4:40 pm

Tuesday, Sept 14th, 7:45 - 8:35 am

Wednesday, Sept 15th, 3:10 - 4:40 pm

Girls Football Tryouts (Grades 4 - 6):

Friday, Sept 10th, 7:45 - 8:35 am

Monday, Sept 13th, 3:10 - 4:40 pm

Thursday, Sept 16th, 7:45 - 8:35 am

Cross Country Practices begin Wednesday, Sept 15th

Junior Grades (4 - 6) will practice during the lunch hour (11:30 am start).

Primary Grades (1 - 3) will practice during the lunch hour (12:00 pm start).

All participants are asked to meet Mme. Battaglia near the junior playscape.

First Home & School Meeting September 21st at 7 pm

Everyone is welcome to join us at the first Home & School meeting of the 2010-2011 school year!  First drop your kids off at the Kindergarten Rooms for free childcare and then join us on the second floor in the Teachers' Lounge at 7 pm on Tuesday, September 21, 2010.  If you are interested in finding out what is happening at our school now and in the future or if you are interested in volunteering - this is the meeting to come to!  

Agenda

1.  Welcome

2.  Principal's Report

3.  Co-Chair Update

4.  Upcoming Events - Potluck, Curriculum Night

5.  New Chairs and Sign-Up for Committees

We look forward to seeing you there!

School Schedule

Our school schedule has changed!  Please refer to the new schedule for the 2010-2011 school year:

Grade 1 - 6 School Day

8:35 - 11:30 am

11:30 - 12:25 pm (LUNCH)

12:25 - 3:10 pm

Kindergarten (Half Day)

8:35 - 11:15 am

12:35 - 3:10 pm

If your child is going to be absent for any reason please call the school and leave a message on the Safe Arrival Line (416-393-1770  and press 1).

Welcome back!!!

Looking forward to Back to School? Get a break from your kids AND from packing lunches!

Real Food for Real Kids is coming back in September!  New this year, the Lunch Club runs every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday starting Tuesday, September 14, 2010 until Wednesday, June 29, 2011 (excluding school holidays).  Make sure to register before August 20, 2010 to start the Lunch Club on the first day!

Register at Real Food Real Kids - McMurrich, and follow the simple steps OR call 416-410-5437 to register over the phone.

St. Clair West Aquatics Club

Don't forget to check out what is happening at the Winona Pool over the summer!  Click here for more info.