Lord Roberts School

Scholastic Book Fair

abacchus — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:00:51 +0000

The Scholastic Book Fair is coming to our school! We invite you to share in this celebration of books and reading with us.

Students will visit the Book Fair during class time and can purchase books during that visit. If you are unable to visit tha Fair, look over the Highlights flyer that was sent home with your child and use the Student Wish List form to select books. then, simply send it and the correct amount of money to school with your child.

Join us for a special family event where you’ll find books for every person in your family. Don’t forget to enter our family event draw. You could win $50 in books – $25 for your family, and $25 for your child’s classroom!

We hope you will join us at the Book Fair.

Sincerely,

Debra Fedak
Library Technician

PS. Did you know that for every $10 you spend at the book fair, up to $6 goes back to our school? This allows us to purchase needed books and educational resources.

Book fair dates: Thursday, November 19th from 4pm – 8pm, and Friday November 20 from 9am – Noon.
Location: In the Library
Family Event: Parent Teacher Conferences

We accept cheques made payable to our school. Visa, MasterCard, and American Express are welcome too.

Winnipeg School Division – CAP

abacchus — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 17:30:20 +0000

Dear Families,

At the beginning of the school year all teachers from Nursery to Grade 6 spend time discovering the individual strengths and needs of their students. One way that teachers do this is through the Winnipeg School Division Comprehensive Assesment Program (CAP). This assessment is completed in September and October in Grades 1-6 and continues in November in Nursery & Kindergarten. It provides information about your child’s skills and development. The information is used to plan appropriate next steps for your child’s learning. Included in this report is a summary of your child’s strengths and needs based on this CAP assessment.

In addition to the CAP information families will also receive a report card with marks based on a 4 point scale. This grading system is used in Grades 1-6 and will be familiar to most families. these marks represent your child’s progress in meeting the learning outcomes of the Manitoba curriculum.

Your child’s teacher will discuss the CAP information and your child’s progress with you at the November parent teacher conferences. If you have any questions, please contact your child’s teacher.

Thank you,
Mrs. R. Moore, Principal
Mr. T. Marchione, Vice Principal

Lord Roberts Juggling Club

abacchus — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 20:32:15 +0000

We are fortunate again to have Mr. Lyon return as our juggling coach. He is an expert in the ways of juggling, devil sticks, and diablo. The club is loads of fun and it is something that can be a lifetime activity.

The club has been a traditions for years at Lord Roberts School. The club is for students in grades 4, 5, and 6. We will practice twice a cycle during the noon hour. Students that participate will need a lunch for the days we meet.

We will start with the grade 4 students only for the first 3 practices. They will be on the following days: Tuesday Nov. 17th, Wednesday Nov. 25 and Monday Nov 30. The grade 5 and 6 students will join us on Dec. 3. We will meet on Day 1 and Day 4 of the school cycle. The rest of the dates for this term are as follows: Dec 8, Dec 11, and Dec 16.

If your child is interested in joining the juggling club, please printout and fill in the permission form, and return it to Mr. Smith before the first practice.

Yours truly,
B. Smith

UNICEF’s Walk for Water

abacchus — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 16:39:32 +0000

Lord Roberts School is proud to again have the honour of participating in UNICEF’s national trick or treat campaign: Walk for Water. This is an opportunity for our students to become global citizens and make an effort to help others in need. The money that is raised will support education for students in Africa. Every dollar collected will go towards pencils, soccer balls, and desks. Last year our school collected a total of $2,613.72 !

This year students will be completing the Walk for Water during their Physical Education class. Students will carry water jugs on their heads simulating what it’s like for African children to walk great distances for fresh water.

Attached you will find a form that outlines our fundraising goals. We are requesting your assistance with this exciting opportunity. The pledge form can be used to record donations in any amount. Donations over $25.00 will be receipted by Unicef at the end of our campaign. Cheques can be made payable to Unicef Canada. Money should be returned in an envelope or a zip lock baggy. As an option, a glass jar will also be available in the office for any donations of spare change.

Thank you for your willingness to support such a wonderful cause. Together, we can all make a difference! Please feel free to contact the school if you have any questions.

Roz Moore, Principal – Lord Roberts
Tony Marchione, Vice-Principal – Lord Roberts

Bus Drivers and tentative union settlement

abacchus — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 19:14:16 +0000

There have been media reports October 15th saying that the United Food and Commercial workers Union was in a strike position. Their union represents bus drivers working for First Student Canada.

The Winnipeg School Division has a contract with First Student Canada to transport students via buses owned by the Division.

The Division has been advised that a tentative agreement has been reached between Local 832 of the United Food and Commercial Workers Union, which represents bus drivers, and their employer First Student Canada. The tentative agreement requires ratification by the general membership.

Yours sincerely,
Roz Moore, School Principal
Tony Marchione, School Vice-Principal

Lighthouses program begins!

abacchus — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 18:54:55 +0000

Lord Roberts School is pleased to announce that we will again be a site for the Manitoba Department of Justice Lighthouses program. Lighthouses provide a safe, fun and active evening program for students in Grades 4, 5 and 6. Students from other schools who are in those grades are welcome to take part.

The program will run three nights a week; Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 6:00PM, to 9:00PM. It will take place in our lower gym most of the time. The program is designed as a drop-in situation for students who not have their evening scheduled with other activities.

We have two of our staff returning from last year to the program. We hope to have three adult supervisors work at the program on most nights.

The program will start on Tuesday, October 6th at 6:00PM We hope to get many of our children out who may not have plan for the evening. We will work hard to make this a fun, safe, ans active place for our students. Students at Lord Roberts follow four school expectations. They will be required to rollow them at Lighthouse as well.

If your child is interested in becoming involved please complete the information sheet and send it with them to their first session. they must have a form in to participate. Forms that are incomplete will be returned to the child and they will not be able to attend until it is completed.

Thanks,

B. Smith
Lighthouse Program

Pandemic Planning

abacchus — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 19:30:50 +0000

This pertinent information was distributed by this school to its staff, and the parents of its students at the end of last school year.

09-10 School Year

abacchus — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 16:50:37 +0000

June, 2009

Dear Parents/Guardians:

We are glad that your children will be returning to Lord Roberts School in the Fall. Here are a few notes to make the first few days go smoothly.

We hope that this information helps as you prepare your child for a new school year. If you have any ideas, concerns or suggestions during the course of the year please contact us at the school at 453-6639. We always want to hear from you.

Roz Moore Principal	Tony Marchione Vice-Principal

1. First Day of School – Wednesday, September 9, 2009

Nursery and Kindergarten students will be receiving a letter in the mail regarding the entry process – Nursery students will receive a Welcome Bag from the Division.

On Wednesday, September 9, grade 1-6 students will line up as usual before entry into the school. When the bell rings, they will then proceed to the classroom that is indicated on their report card. The students will be at school for the full day.

2. Supply Lists

These are the lists of supplies each teacher has prepared for students entering their classes. Your child should bring the items catalogued in the list for their class on the first day of school.

Nursery Room 1 Mrs. Harack	Kindergarten Room 5 Mrs. Cross	Grade 1 Room 2 Mrs. Battistoni	Grade 1/2 Room 4 Mr. Young
Grade 2 Room 8 Mme. Hartley Mrs. Manness	Grade 1/2/3 Room 6 Mrs. Anderson	Grade 3/4 Room 21 Mrs. Tran	Grade 3/4 Room 26 Miss Engel
Grade 4/5 Room 25 Miss Blamey	Grade 5/6 Room 28 Mr. Mears	Grade 5/6 Room 12 Ms. Dias

3. Daily Schedule

Students may enter the building when the bell rings at 8:55 a.m. on a daily basis. Regular school hours are 8:55-11:55 and 12:55-3:25. Outdoor supervision is provided by the staff at 8:40 a.m. Students should not arrive at school before 8:40 a.m.

4. Lunch and Breakfast programs

The Lunch Program will be available on the first day of school for students who are registered. Registration forms are available in the school office, and room 3.

The Breakfast Program will start September 10. It is open each morning at 8:15-8:40. The program is for children who are not able to have breakfast at home. There is no charge or registration.

5. Meetings

On the first Tuesday of the month a staff meeting is held. Students will be dismissed at 2:45 p.m. Students requiring school bus transportation will be dismissed at 3:25 p.m. On the first Tuesday of the month Lord Roberts Parent Council meets, 7:00 p.m. in the library. Babysitting is provided free of charge.

6. The Office

Mrs. Leclair and Mrs. Freeman, the secretaries, will be available in the office starting Monday, August 24, if you have any questions or require further assistance.

Inservice for Parents and Volunteers

abacchus — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 16:31:12 +0000

We Have Ways of Making Them Talk

A good understanding of language is the first step to success in reading and writing. Join us to learn how to change your style of interacting with children to get them talking and keep them talking.

Date:: Thursday, March 12th, 2009
Time:: 1:15pm – 3:15pm
Location:: David Livingstone School; 270 Flora Street
Presenter:: Kathy Gerylo; Speech/Language Pathologist; Child Guidance Clinic

To register call 474-1513
*Please register early to ensure your place*

Rhyme Time & Storytelling Program

abacchus — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 15:09:20 +0000

We will be learning rhymes, verses, movement games and stories, providing an early start to literacy in a fun, exciting way. Parents are encouraged to stay after the session for coffee and a chance to meet with the other families in attendance. Preschoolers as well as infants are welcome to join with the Nursery children.

Time:: Thursdays, February 19 – April 16 2009; 1:15PM
Place: Lord Roberts School Family Room (Room 3)