Dear AVPS Families,
⭐ Final Week of School — 2025!
We’re excited to celebrate the last week of school for 2025! Thank you to all our families for a wonderful fall of learning, growing, and connecting. Together, we support our Gators from JK to Grade 8 as they learn, explore, and shine! 🐊💚
🏫 Staffing Update
👋 Thank You, Erin!
Assistant Office Administrator Erin Carrol will be moving to Bayridge PS as their new Office Administrator in January 2026. We are so grateful for all Erin has done for Gators big and small over the years!
🌼 Welcome, Lori!
We’re happy to welcome Lori Hanley, who will join AVPS as our new Office Administrator in January. Once hiring is complete for Erin’s replacement, we’ll share an update with families.
❄️ Welcome to Winter Event
Join us this week for a joyful community celebration!
Grade 8 Bake Sale 🍪
Our Grade 8 students will be hosting a bake sale during the event to help fundraise for their year-end trip to Canada’s Wonderland. Labeled nut free donations are welcome and can be dropped off at the main office on December 17 or the morning of December 18.
There is a buzz across the school—fun learning activities, field trips, and the always-popular Staff vs. Students Volleyball Game 🏐 are bringing extra excitement to our halls!
🥫 Food Drive
Our donation bins are filling up—thank you! We will continue collecting items until December 16. Every contribution helps families in our community. ❤️
A special thank-you to Brookland Fine Homes for their generous support. If your family needs assistance this season, please reach out—we’re here to help. 💚
🎒 Lost & Found — Please Take a Look!
Our Lost & Found is overflowing with water bottles, hoodies, jackets, and other items looking for their owners. Please remind your child to take a look, or stop by yourself to check the collection.
📚 Helpful Home Resources
Resources that support foundational literacy and math skills at home can be found through the links below.
🌟 Warm Holiday Wishes
Wishing all families a safe, fun, and relaxing holiday break filled with memory-making moments. ✨
Wishing AVPS families a happy, healthy 2026—we can’t wait to learn and grow together in the new year!
If you have any questions, please reach out—we are here to support you!
Admin Team Brigid Steele P, Drew Boyce VP & the AVPS Gator Staff Team
St. Lawrence College: Seeking Participants for Skills Building Clinic
Looking for Gator Spirit Wear? Visit the AVPS E-Store
Visit the AVPS e-Store to view and order Gator Gear!
AVPS School Advisory Council 2025-2026
📅 Next SAC Meeting
Our next School Advisory Council (SAC) meeting will be held on Thursday, January 15 at 6:00 p.m.
Join us in the school library or online everyone is welcome!
All meetings will be in person at 6:00 pm in the AVPS library and online, through MS Teams.
Everyone who is part of our Gator family is welcome to attend any of our meetings this year. Childcare will be provided. We look forward to hearing your voice!
💬 Did You Know?
We have School Advisory Council Representatives for each division! If you have a question, concern, or aren’t sure who to ask, reach out to your division rep they’re here to help!
- Kindergarten: Kaileigh Babcock – kaileighbabcock@gmail.com
- Primary (Grades 1–3): Britta Flood – brittaflood@gmail.com
- Junior (Grades 4–8): Gelareh Monajemi – gelareh@goldtalentagency.com
For general inquiries, email us anytime at avpssac@outlook.com
Follow Us on Facebook
Amherstview Public School Advisory Council https://www.facebook.com/AVPSAC
Stay in the Loop!
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!
🎨 Sign Painting Fundraiser!
Join us for a fun evening of creativity at our Sign Painting Fundraiser on December 16 in the AVPS Library. All proceeds support school initiatives! Register by December 9 by visiting www.facebook.com/loghomecreation Spots are limited, so don’t miss out!
🍕🥪 Hot Lunch is Back!
Families can now enjoy two lunch days each week Wednesdays with Boston Pizza and Fridays with Subway.
Orders are placed through Lunch Box
How to Order - Quick Steps
1. Visit www.lunchboxorders.net
2. Click “Create an Account” follow the steps to register
3. Add your child(ren) to your profile, select city (Amherstview), including school, teacher, and grade (very important for correct delivery!).
4. Click a blue calendar date to view meal options and place orders
5. Pay securely online using: Visa / MasterCard / Discover / Debit Visa / Prepaid
Get Involved!
We’re always looking for volunteers to help make our school events a success! If you’re interested in lending a hand, please fill out our Google Form. It’s quick and easy to sign up and stay connected with upcoming opportunities.
Lost & Found – Please Take a Look!
Our Lost & Found is overflowing with water bottles, hoodies, jackets, and other items looking for their owners. Please remind your child to take a look, or stop by yourself to check the collection.
Coming Up This Week
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Tuesday, December 16 |
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Friday, December 19 |
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Upcoming Dates
December 2025
- 16 – School Council Paint Night
- 18 - Welcome Winter Open House Time TBD
- 19 -Spirit Day - PJ Day
- December 22 - January 2 - Winter Break
January 2026
- 5 - First day of school 2026
- 30 - PA Day No School for Students
February 2026
- 13 - Term 1 Report Cards go Home
- 16 - Family Day Holiday
March 2026
- 16 to 20 - March Break
April 2026
- 3 - Holiday
- 6 - Holiday
- 17 - PA Day No School for Students
May 2026
- 18 - Victoria Day Holiday
- 29 - PA Day No School for Students
June 2026
- 18 – Tentative Grade 8 Graduation
- 19 – Tentative Gr. FI Farewell Celebration
Free Access to IDELLO for the French as a Second Language Community
We are excited to share that Télévision française de l’Ontario (TFO) is offering free access to IDELLO for families in the French as a Second Language (FSL) community!
IDELLO is a rich online platform that offers virtual training, events, and resources designed to support French-language learning for educators, parents, and students. It is a great way to explore engaging content and strengthen language skills at home.
In recognition of Truth and Reconciliation Day, IDELLO also features a special resource collection for Grades 5 to 12. These materials help students learn about the lived experiences of Indigenous peoples in Canada and encourage thoughtful reflection on building a better future.
To request free access, families can contact TFO directly at support@idello.org.
Do not miss this opportunity to bring meaningful French-language learning and cultural reflection into your home!
Ministry and Board Resources for Math and Literacy
There are many resources available designed to support your student’s learning in math and literacy, offering engaging activities that can make learning fun and effective for students and families. Visit Limestone’s Online Learning Resources and Tutoring webpage to learn more.
School Mental Health Ontario Resources
School Mental Health Ontario offers a variety of free resources for educators, students, and families. To stay updated with the latest information, resources, and research, families can visit the SMHO website. Simply scroll to the bottom of the page, click on "Connect with Us," and enter your contact information.
