Week at a Glance- Jan. 22 to Jan. 26
Hello Storrington Stingers,
We hope that all our Stingers had a great weekend.
Please see the information below in this week’s Week at a Glance.
Storrington Literacy Week
Our Storrington Stingers are going to recognize the importance of reading and writing during our Storrington Literacy Week from January 22 to January 26.
Below is a list of activities that we have scheduled for the week.
Monday, January 22
DEAR: Drop Everything and Read in the gym- Let’s make space and time for reading!
Tuesday, January 23
T-shirt Tuesday: Find some clothing (T-shirt, sweater, hat, etc.) that has any letters, numbers or symbols. Keep it appropriate and positive!
Wednesday, January 24
Words Matter - Bell Let’s Talk Day: Use some speech bubbles to join the conversation about mental health and help create positive change.
Thursday, January 25
Reading Rocks, Wear Some Funky Socks or Favourite Character Dress Up Day: Wear some funky socks or dress up as your favourite book character.
Friday, January 26
Family Literacy Day: Bring your favourite book or a board game to school
Bell Let’s Talk Day
This year, Bell Let’s Talk Day is on Wednesday, January 24, and our Storrington Stingers are joining the conversation to help break down stigma and raise awareness around mental health.
Storrington Spirit and Recognition Assembly
Our December Storrington Spirit and Recognition Assembly is scheduled for Thursday, January 25 at 10:00. We would like to invite our Storrington community to join us for the assembly. If you are interested in attending, we ask that you arrive at the school by 9:55, so we can start right at 10:00.
School Council Candy Grams Fundraiser
Storrington Student Council will be selling candy grams (to be delivered on Valentines Day) from Tuesday, January 23 until Monday, February 12. Candy grams will cost $1.00 each. With every 5 candy grams purchased, 1 candy gram will be donated anonymously to a student who would not otherwise receive one. The student council will ensure that all students in Storrington will receive a candy gram and that no one feels left out. The student council has voted and decided that all proceeds from this fundraiser will go towards the library renovation and to purchase new books. Thanks in advance to our Stinger community for your continued support of student council initiatives.
-Mrs. Bowen and the Storrington Student Council
Grade 8 Parent Information Nights
The Limestone District School Board is hosting Grade 8 Parent Information Nights at our secondary schools across the region for guardians and students to attend.
Parent information nights include a special presentation about the secondary school, its programs and the registration process. These information evenings will occur in January and February 2024.
View the Grade 8 Info Night poster here Grade 8 Information Nights 2024.pdf
To locate your home secondary school by street address visit https://triboard.mybusplanner.ca/Eligibility
For new graduation requirements, please visit: Grade 9 Courses
Storrington Accessories and Apparel Store
Storrington Public School now has an online clothing store where families can purchase Stinger accessories and apparel. The online store remains open all year round. To access the online clothing store, please visit: https://specialtytrophies.ca/storringtonps/
Mabel’s Labels
A reminder to our Stinger families that we have a Mabel’s Labels fundraiser account for any families who are interested in purchasing labels. If you are interested in purchasing labels, go to: campaigns.mabelslabels.com and type Storrington Public School (Battersea) in the Search for the Name of Organization. All proceeds from the label purchases will go to purchasing outdoor equipment.
School Bus Cancellations
It is important to stay informed regarding possible bus delays or cancellations. There are several ways parents can stay up-to-date with bus information:
-Using Twitter, parents can follow @BusDelayNCancel.
-Download the Triboard BusPlanner Delays app.
-Subscribe to Triboard through email.
-Receive daily information by visiting http://triboard.ca.
For more information regarding how you can access bus delay or cancellation notifications, please visit: https://triboard.ca/busdelays/.
News from our Parent Council for the 2023-2024 School Year
Storrington Lions Hall Dance Fundraiser
Parent council will be hosting a youth dance on April 19 from 6:30-9:30 PM for grades 5-8. Profits from the admission ($5/child) will come back to council. In order to host this event, we will require adult volunteers. If you are interested in volunteering your time please email [email protected]
FundScrip Gift Cards
Gift cards are still available for purchase with delivery directly to your door. To purchase gift cards, please visit www.fundscrip.com/support-a-group and use the invitation code: E4WE7W
High School Volunteers
If you have a high school student needing volunteer hours we have a number of opportunities for them to volunteer including providing childcare at our parent council meetings. Please email [email protected] to sign up.
Upcoming Parent Council Dates:
Parent Council Meeting - February 15 at 6:30 PM (with childcare provided)
Parent Council Meeting - March 21 at 6:30 PM Parent Council Meeting - April 11 at 6:30 PM
Youth Dance Fundraiser at Storrington Lions Hall - April 19 at 6:30 PM
Parent Council Meeting - June 13 at 6:30 PM
Week Ahead
Monday, Jan. 22
-DEAR in the Gym
Tuesday, Jan. 23
-T-Shirt Tuesday
-Candy Gram Sales Start
Wednesday, Jan. 24
-Words Matter Day
-Bell Let’s Talk Day
-Hot Lunch
Thursday, Jan. 25
-Storrington Spirit and Recognition Assembly
-Reading Rocks Day
Friday, Jan. 26
-Hot Lunch
-Family Literacy Day
Upcoming Dates
Month of February
-Black History Month
Friday, February 2
-PA Day
Wednesday, February 14
-Red, White and Pink Day
Tuesday, February 15
-School Council Meeting
Friday, February 16
Term 1 Reports Go Home
Monday, February 19
-Family Day