November 24th, 2016

Santa’s Little Helper Fundraiser – orders are expected to arrive by the end of next week. We will send items home with students (if the item is too large, we will contact you to make arrangements for pick up). Cheques have been forwarded and should be processed very shortly (if not processed already). Thanks again for you support!

Save the date for our Social Networking Safety Presentation with social media expert Paul Davis! On December 7th, our junior students (grades 4-6) will attend an assembly with Paul. That evening, Paul will speak to a parent-only group from 6:30-8pm here at the school. He will discuss the world of social media with both groups, along with ways to stay safe in our increasingly on-line world. Thanks to School Council for organizing this event for our school community.

“Fill the Halls with Holiday Giving” Initiative – Please help our greater community by participating in our holiday giving initiative. We are collecting hats, mitts/gloves, scarves and socks to donate and be distributed to those in need. The initiative runs from Nov. 28-Dec. 12th. Thanks in advance for your support!

Inclement weather – As we head into the winter months, please remember to follow WRDSB social media feeds for updates on bus cancellations and school closures. You can also listen to local radio stations. WRDSB Twitter is @wrdsb; Smithson Twitter @smiwrdsb; board website www.wrdsb.ca; school website www.smi.wrdsb.ca

Winter Break – Dec. 23-Jan. 6. Last day for students is December 23rd; we return on January 9th.