Amherstview Public School

<p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/49566544-52c5-4a38-b09d-0aa2af669770?fingerprint=ppb20251217013700" alt="Gator Tracks" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">May 25-29, 2026</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">AVPS Families, </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">🐊</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">What an incredible week at AVPS!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Fossils musical </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">was a </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">huge success</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">, thanks to the </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">hard work, dedication, and talent of our amazing Gator students and staff.</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> A big thank you to </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Mme. Scott, Mme. Putos, M. McGrath and Ms. Field </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">for leading this incredible production and to </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">all staff and students who supported</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> throughout the process helping with rehearsals, building props, running lines and all the details in between.&nbsp; Thank you to </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">families </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">for supporting students as they worked towards opening night.&nbsp; This is a memory that all Gatos will hold with them for years to come!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">As the </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">staffing process begins for the 2026–2027</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> school year, we are sharing that </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Mr. Boyce</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">, our amazing VP, will be </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">moving to Bath PS</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> for September 2026. We will miss Mr. Boyce, and we are incredibly</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> grateful for the tremendous impact </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">he has had at AVPS. His kindness, positivity, leadership, and support for students, staff, and families have helped make our school such a caring and welcoming place to learn and grow. We thank him for all he has contributed to our Gator community and wish him nothing but success and happiness in this next chapter. We are also </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">excited to welcome Christine Kennedy,</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> the incoming VP, from Rideau PS to our Gator team and look forward to the many great things ahead!&nbsp; </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Once the spring staffing process is complete, we will share more information with families.</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We are looking forward to many exciting upcoming events. Please see the important dates below.&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Please check the dates below and reach out anytime if you have questions — we are always here to help! 💚🐊</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">📅 </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Upcoming Events</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Discover Kindergarten - </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">May 27</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Grade 6 FI Farewell Celebration - </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 17</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Grade 8 Graduation –</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> June 18</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you, as always, for your ongoing support and partnership—it makes our Gator community stronger every day! 🐊💛</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Brigid Steele (P), Drew Boyce (VP) &amp; The AVPS Gator Staff Team</strong></b></p><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Lights Camera, Action!!&nbsp;&nbsp; The Fossils Musical at AVPS</strong></b></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><br></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/9c5e4b79-4acd-4aef-a51a-423a01cb2067?fingerprint=ppb20260521192933" alt="The Fossils" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><br></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/9de0ba3a-94dd-4d08-9dfc-9abd46387e77?fingerprint=ppb20260521192957" alt="The Fossils Production" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><br></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/99ec8f3e-a296-4057-884c-d679b090d25b?fingerprint=ppb20260521193020" alt="The Fossils Audience" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">AVPS Discover Kindergarten Event – Wednesday, May 27</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/db1a8610-4869-4b58-86b4-b0e10bbe12a3?fingerprint=ppb20260515145148" alt="Discover Kindergarten in LDSB" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/1130544b-7c93-4aad-a148-58417905e29d?fingerprint=ppb20260206195754" alt="Kindergarten Registration" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><hr><p class="editor-paragraph"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/9ee11e71-6cf0-4f92-b467-d759b7cdcd94?fingerprint=ppb20260515145250" alt="Tri Board" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p></p><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><br></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/5a88c25a-4875-4544-bae0-8f0654d9a53f?fingerprint=ppb20260521193141" alt="AVPS Graduation" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><br></h2><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Classroom Connections</strong></b></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Gr. 1 FI – Mme. H. Jaynes </strong></b></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Our caterpillars turned into chrysalises! We got to watch one change in real time today - the photo of the caterpillar in the J shape was this morning and by midday it was in its cocoon!</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/795778a0-d137-4642-b47b-2413a6eb1dfc?fingerprint=ppb20260521193349" alt="Caterpillar" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Jump Rope for Heart at AVPS</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Jump Rope for Heart is happening at AVPS! Please see the postcard that was sent home with your child today for more details.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This event teaches our students the importance of </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">giving back</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> and encourages them to learn the </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">EASY healthy habits</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">, so they understand the importance of staying active, eating well and taking care of their heart and brain health.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The funds our school raises will help support important heart and brain research</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> funded by Heart &amp; Stroke</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. If you wish to </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">donate </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">please follow the link </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fjumpropeforheart.crowdchange.ca%2F122256&amp;data=05%7C02%7Csteeleba%40limestone.on.ca%7C32c2ec55dd2d4778fae208dea6dfb77b%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639131676974661241%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=MLVCCEeJRCJlMz9g10KH0DcJtqvknYii1BurQG%2FzJ1M%3D&amp;reserved=0" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Amherstview Public School - Amherstview | Heart &amp; Stroke Jump Rope for Heart</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> to help AVPS reach our goal!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.jumpropeforheart.ca%2Ffamilies-corner%23ThankYouGiftCards&amp;data=05%7C02%7Csteeleba%40limestone.on.ca%7Ca37cbbb337e14ab12d5a08dea77c6063%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639132349817336601%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=8h%2Ffam8XOiUJ9hVFr%2Fxi6%2BzBZ7E1fZdVtGtze%2F20axo%3D&amp;reserved=0" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Families' Corner | Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/2eec1e3f-9724-44eb-b12d-1578f4eab553?fingerprint=ppb20260515145925" alt="Jump Rope for Heart 1" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/2760991c-3d33-4192-9c1a-7deb89045bc6?fingerprint=ppb20260515145926" alt="Jump Rope for Heart 2" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/5774520c-55f3-448b-8ce8-ace56b1d7cf4?fingerprint=ppb20260521193439" alt="Teachers at AVPS" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></p><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Coming Up This Week</strong></b></h2><table class="editor-table" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 50%;"><col style="width: 50%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Day</strong></b></p></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">What's happening at AVPS</strong></b></p></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Monday, May 25</strong></b></p></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;</span></p></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Tuesday, May 26</strong></b></p></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;</span></p></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wednesday, May 27</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;</span></p></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Hot Lunch</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Discover Kindergarten Event 4:15 – 5:30 PM</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; School Council Meeting 6:00-7:00 PM</span></p></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thursday, May 28</strong></b></p></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Music Club Grade 3</span></p></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday, May 29</strong></b></p></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; PA Day – Teachers will be working on report cards.&nbsp; No school for students</span></p></td></tr></tbody></table><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Upcoming Dates </strong></b></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 2026</strong></b></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 8 – Gator Fest 4-6 pm!&nbsp; More information to come!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 17 – Gr. 6 FI Farewell Celebration</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 18 – Grade 8 Graduation </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">*NEW guidelines for all graduations (includes grade 6 farewell celebration – outside of school hours)&nbsp;We will share more information about these celebrations as we get closer to the date</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 24 – Term 2 Report Cards come home</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 25 – Last day of school for students</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 26 – PA Day</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/67a7b796-e0ec-4d84-ad1f-85c3a8507c8f?fingerprint=ppb20260515150135" alt="LDSB at Pride" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><hr><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/0f45273a-af9e-4ef1-92bd-d0b9d9ad5551?fingerprint=ppb20260123140214" alt="Harmony Movement Words Matter Campaign" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Words Matter Campaign</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> aims to reduce the incidence and impact of harmful and discriminatory language within our school community. 💚💛</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">🐊 This whole-school initiative includes activities engaging staff, students, and parents/caregivers.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">As we know, it takes a team to make an impact.&nbsp; We are committed to providing students, educators, and families with the resources and support needed to maximize the impact of this work through </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Words Matter</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> and the </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">LDSB Equity Team</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">pocket guide for addressing harmful language </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">below is being used at AVPS.&nbsp; We are sharing with families as a resource to support conversations at home.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/39174b30-f2a0-4c40-a762-841e0e527926?fingerprint=ppb20260206195123" alt="Harmony Movement" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/a12cdc40-e041-419f-a1ee-7b732c5bb180?fingerprint=ppb20260306190346" alt="Harmony Movement" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/9498cf55-0366-4674-806a-d49b14cd8e25?fingerprint=ppb20260123140308" alt="Words Create Our World" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Looking for Gator Spirit Wear?&nbsp; Visit the AVPS E-Store</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><a href="https://specialtytrophies.ca/amherstviewpublicschool/" class="editor-link"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://specialtytrophies.ca/amherstviewpublicschool/</strong></b></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/779a0c39-dd67-41cf-ab58-8b041fe56bcf?fingerprint=ppb20260220184956" alt="School e store" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Our Lost &amp; Found is quickly filling up! 🧤👕🧢</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If your child is missing any items, please encourage them to check the Lost &amp; Found area as soon as possible. Families are also welcome to stop by and take a look.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/3a5b480d-04c2-4f68-ab03-3337466d933a?fingerprint=ppb20251217013540" alt="Olivers Labels" width="100" height="inherit" style="width:100px;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">AVPS School Advisory Council 2025-2026</strong></b></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">📅 Next SAC Meeting</strong></b></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Our next School Advisory Council meeting (SAC) will be held on </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">May 27, 2026.</strong></b><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Join us in the school library or online everyone is welcome!</span><br><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">All meetings will be in person at 6:00 pm in the AVPS library and online, through MS Teams.</strong></b><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Everyone who is part of our Gator family is welcome to attend any of our meetings this year.&nbsp; Childcare will be provided.&nbsp; We look forward to hearing your voice!</span></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">🤝 Volunteer Opportunities</strong></b></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Volunteers play an important role in making our school a welcoming and vibrant community. If you’re interested in getting involved, please click the link below to learn more every bit of support makes a difference.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2Fe%2F1FAIpQLSf5jeQ9p9T9N02tra3l9xL_80wMRrXCCxXC8CyPoS6YPtKwBQ%2Fviewform&amp;data=05%7C02%7Csteeleba%40limestone.on.ca%7C9dd58ea3d4db495ea76c08de55089870%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639041692601311868%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=iOPwdgH2jdB4nCFypyo44BOFn4giqHTT2MHWzqSD4e0%3D&amp;reserved=0" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf5jeQ9p9T9N02tra3l9xL_80wMRrXCCxXC8CyPoS6YPtKwBQ/viewform</span></a></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">💬 Did You Know?</strong></b></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We have </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">School Advisory Council Representatives</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> for each division! If you have a question, concern, or aren’t sure who to ask,</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">reach out to your division rep they’re here to help!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Kindergarten:</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Kaileigh Babcock – </span><a href="mailto:kaileighbabcock@gmail.com" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">kaileighbabcock@gmail.com</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Primary (Grades 1–3):</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Britta Flood – </span><a href="mailto:brittaflood@gmail.com" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">brittaflood@gmail.com</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Junior (Grades 4–8):</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Gelareh Monajemi – </span><a href="mailto:gelareh@goldtalentagency.com" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">gelareh@goldtalentagency.com</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">For general inquiries, email us anytime at </span><a href="mailto:avpssac@outlook.com" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">avpssac@outlook.com</span></a></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Follow Us on Facebook</strong></b></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Amherstview Public School Advisory Council </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FAVPSAC&amp;data=05%7C02%7Csteeleba%40limestone.on.ca%7C241aad013b964dff8fd608de2e84a4f2%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638999344523672751%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=teifrX9bbx9nxvLcOOqyaorK8IO9WvDZoGkzMwwMvzQ%3D&amp;reserved=0" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://www.facebook.com/AVPSAC</span></a></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Stay in the Loop!</strong></b></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Our SAC has created a handy calendar to make it easy to keep track of all school events, fundraisers, and important updates in one place. Check it regularly to stay up to date!</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">🥪 Hot Lunch is Back!</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Families can now enjoy two lunch days each week </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wednesdays </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">with Boston Pizza and </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Fridays </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">with Subway.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Orders are placed through Lunch Box</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">How to Order - Quick Steps</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">1. Visit </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.lunchboxorders.net%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7Csteeleba%40limestone.on.ca%7C241aad013b964dff8fd608de2e84a4f2%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638999344523700381%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=t2O9OgbFtRxvta%2FNh9n1f5r0ubuM6zqWrhBNHxUYHx4%3D&amp;reserved=0" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">www.lunchboxorders.net</span><br></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">2. Click “Create an Account” follow the steps to register</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">3. Add your child(ren) to your profile, select city (Amherstview), including school, teacher, and grade (very important for correct delivery!).</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">4. Click a blue calendar date to view meal options and place orders</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">5. Pay securely online using: Visa / MasterCard / Discover / Debit Visa / Prepaid</span></p>

<p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/49566544-52c5-4a38-b09d-0aa2af669770?fingerprint=ppb20251217013700" alt="Gator Tracks" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">May 18-22, 2026</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">AVPS Families, </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">🐊</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A big congratulations </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">to all Gators who attended the </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">NDSS Hawk Run</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> – </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">your hard work,</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> determination and stick with it attitude will continue to support you in so many areas – we are so proud of you!&nbsp; A big </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Gator thank-you to coaches Mme Bigelow, Mme MacKenzie, Mme Leppik and Mme Lecompte </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">for supporting the AVPS Running Team.&nbsp; More information will be shared about track and field as we get closer to upcoming track and field dates.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This week, we proudly hosted our very first </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Celebrate Your Roots Evening</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> 🌎.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> to </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">families </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">for sharing </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">traditions, celebrations, delicious food and art</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> – we are excited to see this event grow into an annual AVPS tradition.&nbsp; A big thank you to our </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">School Council</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">, </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">AVPS families</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">, </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">students, and staff</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> for helping make the evening such a success! &nbsp;Please have a look at the photos below.💚</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;📚 The </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Scholastic Book Fair </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">was a huge hit! Thank you again to our incredibly</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> hard-working School Council</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> for creating such meaningful experiences for our Gators.&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A big thank-you to AVPS families for your support.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Coming to AVPS </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">May 20 &amp; 21</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">, the much-anticipated </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Fossils: The Musical</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Students and staff have been working tirelessly, and we cannot wait for the show – we hope to see you there!&nbsp; </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Please see the poster below.</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">As we head into the </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">May long weekend</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">, we hope you enjoy time together with family and friends.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Please check the dates below and reach out anytime if you have questions — we are always here to help! 💚🐊</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">📅 </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Upcoming Events</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Discover Kindergarten - </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">May 27</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Grade 6 FI Farewell Celebration - </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 17</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Grade 8 Graduation –</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> June 18</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you, as always, for your ongoing support and partnership—it makes our Gator community stronger every day! 🐊💛</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Brigid Steele (P), Drew Boyce (VP) &amp; The AVPS Gator Staff Team</strong></b></p><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><i><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Fossils!</strong></b></i></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We are very excited and very proud to share the date of our musical: </span><i><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Fossils!</strong></b></i></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">May 20 and 21 at 6:00 p.m. (in the gym)</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Staff and students have been working hard, and from what we understand, we're in for a great show!&nbsp; Please join us!</span></p><hr><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/a759fd07-65cf-4ac0-8b1b-95fa936bef8a?fingerprint=ppb20260515144528" alt="The Fossils" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><hr><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/85d55457-5275-4111-a47e-093a196c471e?fingerprint=ppb20260515144740" alt="Fossils Header" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">AVPS – Celebrate your ROOTS Event</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">An evening showcasing family roots, origins, culture, and traditions that make AVPS so special!&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/6eadb3a9-e86c-456e-b863-d359098ba233?fingerprint=ppb20260515145004" alt="AVPS newsletter 1" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/3f8cbf51-5d8b-4632-8642-a671024c443b?fingerprint=ppb20260515145005" alt="AVPS newsletter 2" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/9d7221d4-065a-41b8-a88d-6c3235601eed?fingerprint=ppb20260515145007" alt="AVPS newsletter 3" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/80667f0d-b103-4a4c-ba3c-ff68d2202758?fingerprint=ppb20260515145007" alt="AVPS newsletter 6" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/70851745-1435-40e8-bcce-7d5a57af2540?fingerprint=ppb20260515145007" alt="AVPS newsletter 7" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/c1bf4a1f-a6cf-4696-946a-deb8171ee242?fingerprint=ppb20260515145009" alt="AVPS newsletter 8" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">AVPS Discover Kindergarten Event – Wednesday, May 27</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/db1a8610-4869-4b58-86b4-b0e10bbe12a3?fingerprint=ppb20260515145148" alt="Discover Kindergarten in LDSB" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/1130544b-7c93-4aad-a148-58417905e29d?fingerprint=ppb20260206195754" alt="Kindergarten Registration" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/9ee11e71-6cf0-4f92-b467-d759b7cdcd94?fingerprint=ppb20260515145250" alt="Tri Board" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Jump Rope for Heart at AVPS</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Jump Rope for Heart is happening at AVPS! Please see the postcard that was sent home with your child today for more details.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This event teaches our students the importance of </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">giving back</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> and encourages them to learn the </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">EASY healthy habits</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">, so they understand the importance of staying active, eating well and taking care of their heart and brain health.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The funds our school raises will help support important heart and brain research</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> funded by Heart &amp; Stroke</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. If you wish to </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">donate </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">please follow the link </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fjumpropeforheart.crowdchange.ca%2F122256&amp;data=05%7C02%7Csteeleba%40limestone.on.ca%7C32c2ec55dd2d4778fae208dea6dfb77b%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639131676974661241%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=MLVCCEeJRCJlMz9g10KH0DcJtqvknYii1BurQG%2FzJ1M%3D&amp;reserved=0" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Amherstview Public School - Amherstview | Heart &amp; Stroke Jump Rope for Heart</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> to help AVPS reach our goal!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.jumpropeforheart.ca%2Ffamilies-corner%23ThankYouGiftCards&amp;data=05%7C02%7Csteeleba%40limestone.on.ca%7Ca37cbbb337e14ab12d5a08dea77c6063%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639132349817336601%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=8h%2Ffam8XOiUJ9hVFr%2Fxi6%2BzBZ7E1fZdVtGtze%2F20axo%3D&amp;reserved=0" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Families' Corner | Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/2eec1e3f-9724-44eb-b12d-1578f4eab553?fingerprint=ppb20260515145925" alt="Jump Rope for Heart 1" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/2760991c-3d33-4192-9c1a-7deb89045bc6?fingerprint=ppb20260515145926" alt="Jump Rope for Heart 2" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Coming Up This Week</strong></b></h2><table class="editor-table" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 50%;"><col style="width: 50%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr style="height: 61px;"><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Day</strong></b></p></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">What's happening at AVPS</strong></b></p></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Monday, May 18</strong></b></p></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Victoria Day Holiday</span></p></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Tuesday, May 19</strong></b></p></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Tallack's Martial Arts Group – Last session</span></p></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wednesday, May 20</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;</span></p></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Hot Lunch</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Fossils Musical!</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> (Doors open at 5:30 PM &amp; show starts at 6 PM) *Cash donations will be collected at the door</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; FINAL Dominos Pizza Family Deal Night (See coupon below)</span></p></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thursday, May 21</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;</span></p></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Music Club Grade 3</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Fossils Musical!</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> (Doors open at 5:30 PM &amp; show starts at 6 PM) *Cash donations will be collected at the door</span></p></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday, May 22</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;</span></p></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Wear your Gator gear or green &amp; gold</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Space Dome experience AVPS gym (some classes attending)</span></p></td></tr></tbody></table><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Upcoming Dates </strong></b></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">May 2026</strong></b></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 27 – Discover Kindergarten Event 4:15 – 5:30 PM</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 29 - PA Day No School for Students</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/65a21398-b421-4eaf-8f97-b9f8749a8a90?fingerprint=ppb20260515150031" alt="AVPS Graduation" width="567" height="572" style="width:567px;height:572px;display:inline-block"></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 2026</strong></b></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 8 – Gator Fest 4-6 pm!&nbsp; More information to come!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 17 – Gr. 6 FI Farewell Celebration</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 18 – Grade 8 Graduation </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">*NEW guidelines for all graduations (includes grade 6 farewell celebration – outside of school hours)&nbsp;We will share more information about these celebrations as we get closer to the date</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 24 – Term 2 Report Cards come home</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 25 – Last day of school for students</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 26 – PA Day</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/67a7b796-e0ec-4d84-ad1f-85c3a8507c8f?fingerprint=ppb20260515150135" alt="LDSB at Pride" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Dates of Significance - May</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/3cc5eb4f-a24a-47ff-bf51-b219d0f1da96?fingerprint=ppb20260501182235" alt="May Dates of Significance" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/bc12cb0d-3b19-49e1-ae22-fecacda436c9?fingerprint=ppb20260501182320" alt="May Dates of Significance 2" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><hr><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/0f45273a-af9e-4ef1-92bd-d0b9d9ad5551?fingerprint=ppb20260123140214" alt="Harmony Movement Words Matter Campaign" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Words Matter Campaign</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> aims to reduce the incidence and impact of harmful and discriminatory language within our school community. 💚💛</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">🐊 This whole-school initiative includes activities engaging staff, students, and parents/caregivers.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">As we know, it takes a team to make an impact.&nbsp; We are committed to providing students, educators, and families with the resources and support needed to maximize the impact of this work through </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Words Matter</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> and the </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">LDSB Equity Team</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">pocket guide for addressing harmful language </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">below is being used at AVPS.&nbsp; We are sharing with families as a resource to support conversations at home.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/39174b30-f2a0-4c40-a762-841e0e527926?fingerprint=ppb20260206195123" alt="Harmony Movement" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/a12cdc40-e041-419f-a1ee-7b732c5bb180?fingerprint=ppb20260306190346" alt="Harmony Movement" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/9498cf55-0366-4674-806a-d49b14cd8e25?fingerprint=ppb20260123140308" alt="Words Create Our World" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></p><hr><p class="editor-paragraph"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/72b560ae-e4fa-4ac3-9ee8-43273a64827f?fingerprint=ppb20260220183850" alt="Party Time" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><a href="https://www.tvokids.com/school-age/its-my-party" class="editor-link"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">TVO Kids It's My Party!</strong></b></a></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">40 Books by Black Canadian Authors - CBC</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><a href="https://www.cbc.ca/books/40-books-by-black-canadian-authors-to-read-1.5908504" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Books by Black Canadian Authors</span></a></p><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Looking for Gator Spirit Wear?&nbsp; Visit the AVPS E-Store</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><a href="https://specialtytrophies.ca/amherstviewpublicschool/" class="editor-link"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://specialtytrophies.ca/amherstviewpublicschool/</strong></b></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/779a0c39-dd67-41cf-ab58-8b041fe56bcf?fingerprint=ppb20260220184956" alt="School e store" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">AVPS Dominos Pizza Fundraiser</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;The Dominos Pizza fundraiser for AVPS is back!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grab dinner for your family and support AVPS through this great fundraiser brought to you from the amazing School Advisory Council (SAC) at AVPS and Dominos Pizza!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Next Date May 20.</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/106fa9fd-7399-4c2f-87ec-34361a92849c?fingerprint=ppb20260116193849" alt="Pizza Fundraiser Information" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Our Lost &amp; Found is quickly filling up! 🧤👕🧢</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If your child is missing any items, please encourage them to check the Lost &amp; Found area as soon as possible. Families are also welcome to stop by and take a look.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/3a5b480d-04c2-4f68-ab03-3337466d933a?fingerprint=ppb20251217013540" alt="Olivers Labels" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">AVPS School Advisory Council 2025-2026</strong></b></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">📅 Next SAC Meeting</strong></b></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Our next School Advisory Council meeting (SAC) will be held on </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">May 27, 2026.</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Join us in the school library or online everyone is welcome!</span><br><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">All meetings will be in person at 6:00 pm in the AVPS library and online, through MS Teams.</strong></b><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Everyone who is part of our Gator family is welcome to attend any of our meetings this year.&nbsp; Childcare will be provided.&nbsp; We look forward to hearing your voice!</span></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">🤝 Volunteer Opportunities</strong></b></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Volunteers play an important role in making our school a welcoming and vibrant community. If you’re interested in getting involved, please click the link below to learn more every bit of support makes a difference.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2Fe%2F1FAIpQLSf5jeQ9p9T9N02tra3l9xL_80wMRrXCCxXC8CyPoS6YPtKwBQ%2Fviewform&amp;data=05%7C02%7Csteeleba%40limestone.on.ca%7C9dd58ea3d4db495ea76c08de55089870%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639041692601311868%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=iOPwdgH2jdB4nCFypyo44BOFn4giqHTT2MHWzqSD4e0%3D&amp;reserved=0" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf5jeQ9p9T9N02tra3l9xL_80wMRrXCCxXC8CyPoS6YPtKwBQ/viewform</span></a></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">💬 Did You Know?</strong></b></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We have </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">School Advisory Council Representatives</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> for each division! If you have a question, concern, or aren’t sure who to ask,</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">reach out to your division rep they’re here to help!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Kindergarten:</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Kaileigh Babcock – </span><a href="mailto:kaileighbabcock@gmail.com" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">kaileighbabcock@gmail.com</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Primary (Grades 1–3):</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Britta Flood – </span><a href="mailto:brittaflood@gmail.com" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">brittaflood@gmail.com</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Junior (Grades 4–8):</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Gelareh Monajemi – </span><a href="mailto:gelareh@goldtalentagency.com" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">gelareh@goldtalentagency.com</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">For general inquiries, email us anytime at </span><a href="mailto:avpssac@outlook.com" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">avpssac@outlook.com</span></a></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Follow Us on Facebook</strong></b></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Amherstview Public School Advisory Council </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FAVPSAC&amp;data=05%7C02%7Csteeleba%40limestone.on.ca%7C241aad013b964dff8fd608de2e84a4f2%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638999344523672751%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=teifrX9bbx9nxvLcOOqyaorK8IO9WvDZoGkzMwwMvzQ%3D&amp;reserved=0" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://www.facebook.com/AVPSAC</span></a></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Stay in the Loop!</strong></b></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Our SAC has created a handy calendar to make it easy to keep track of all school events, fundraisers, and important updates in one place. Check it regularly to stay up to date!</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">🥪 Hot Lunch is Back!</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Families can now enjoy two lunch days each week </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wednesdays </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">with Boston Pizza and </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Fridays </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">with Subway.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Orders are placed through Lunch Box</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">How to Order - Quick Steps</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">1. Visit </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.lunchboxorders.net%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7Csteeleba%40limestone.on.ca%7C241aad013b964dff8fd608de2e84a4f2%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638999344523700381%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=t2O9OgbFtRxvta%2FNh9n1f5r0ubuM6zqWrhBNHxUYHx4%3D&amp;reserved=0" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">www.lunchboxorders.net</span><br></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">2. Click “Create an Account” follow the steps to register</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">3. Add your child(ren) to your profile, select city (Amherstview), including school, teacher, and grade (very important for correct delivery!).</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">4. Click a blue calendar date to view meal options and place orders</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">5. Pay securely online using: Visa / MasterCard / Discover / Debit Visa / Prepaid</span></p>

<p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Check out the May 2026 EarlyON schedule for children 0-6 years old and their families: </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/aec13794-c193-468b-9602-20fcfbef8c6c?fingerprint=ppb20260505190909" alt="2026 05 05 Early ON Poster" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>