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TRANSCRIPT
JUNE 2018 NEWSLETTER
Peel District School Board
Dolphin Senior Public School 18 Brookside Drive Mississauga ON L5M 1H3
TEL 905-826-4247 FAX 905-826-9931
httpschoolspeelschoolsorg1553
ldquoOur Mission is making a difference for all studentsrdquo
P Wilson Principal C Yorrick Vice-Principal T Maxwell Office Manager G Solomon-Henry Superintendent of Schools 905-366-8800 R Williams Trustee Ward 5 905-814-6180 R Crocker Trustee Ward 611 416-528-1312 N Dakroub Baig Trustee Ward 910 647-707-7320 Transportation wwwstoprca 905-890-6000 Attendance Check 1-855-209-6155 SafeArrival Parent Portal at goschoolmessengerca
Dear Dolphin Community
I trust that you are well as the
summer quickly approaches
Dolphin continues to be involved in
many amazing initiatives and offer
activities for our students We
have the upcoming year end trips
for all grade levels and our staff
continues to provide outstanding
experiences and opportunities for
all of our students We are all
looking forward to an exciting final
month of the school year
Our annual Mini Olympic Day will
be held on Monday June 18th We
will have a number of fun activities
for the students including the
popular 80-foot inflatable boot
camp Students can purchase a
barbeque combo ndash hamburger
jumbo hot dogjumbo veggie bag
of chips and a drink for $7 They
can simply bring their money to
school on June 18th and pay as they
receive their order from the vendor
It promises to be a very fun day for
our school
Every year we have changes to our
staffing For 2018-2019 we
welcome the following new
teachers to our school Mrs
Beresford (ISSP) Mr Bonham
(grade 6) Mrs Dearie (ELC) and
Mrs Ling (grade 7) We know that
all of these teachers will be terrific
additions to the Dolphin team
Please remember the following
dates
PD Day - Monday June 11th
Mini Olympic Day amp Dolphinrsquos
Got Talent Show - Mon June 18th
Grade 6 Camp Couchiching trip
and Grade 78 Quebec City trip -
June 19th to 22nd
Grade 8 graduation-Wednesday
June 27th
Last day of school - Thursday
June 28th
Peace
Phil Wilson
Principal
Dolphin Senior Public School
Principalrsquos Message
twittercomDolphinSeniorPS
Page 2 of 11 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Newsletter
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
NEWS FROM THE LIBRARY COMMONS
Scholastic Book Fair a Great Success
The Scholastic Book Fair returned to Dolphin from May 8 to 12 with several new selections from which to
choose Students came during lunch and in the afternoons to stock up on their summer reading selections
New this year was the special family event movie night on Tuesday when the movie Series of Unfortunate
Events was shown Congratulations to the award winners Alefya Karjatwala Alice Brisbin and Nabia Malik
Thank you to everyone who supported the book fair Money raised for Dolphin will go towards the purchase
of new books and resources for the library
Dolphin Celebrates Reading
Dolphin Senior students took their passion for reading to the Powerade Center on May 18 to take part in
Peelrsquos annual Celebration of Reading event Over 4000 students from across Peel cheered on their favourite
authors from the Forest of Reading program including Red Maple Fiction award winner Caroline Pignat (for
her book Shooter) and Dolphin favourite Kevin Sylvester (for his book MiNRS) The Silver Birch Fiction award
winner for this year was Wesley King for his book OC Daniel and the Blue Spruce award went to Terry and
Eric Fan for their book The Night Gardener Over 50 students attended the event from Dolphin including
Class 60E and 78C Thanks to everyone who supported the program We canrsquot wait to see what the Forest
will bring in 2019
For more information contact Mr Steeves at 905-826-4247 x106 E-mail P0072222pdsborg Website httpssitesgooglecomapdsbnetdolphin-library-lchome Twitter DolphinSeniorPS
Page 3 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Newsletter
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
SPRING MUSIC FESTIVALS and PERFORMANCES
Congratulations to Dolphins extra-curricular music
ensembles for their excellent representation of our
school at PMTAFest (Junior Band and Stage Band)
Peel Music Festival (Choir and Choir Ensemble)
and ChoirfestGarthwood Park(Boys Choir)
We are celebrating DOUBLE GOLD from both our
Choir Ensemble and Senior Band at the Atlantic
Festival of Music held at the University of Western
Ontario Congratulations to the students who
performed your perseverance and dedication
certainly paid off and we are all very proud of your
accomplishment
We are also very proud of the students who
represented Dolphin at the Peel Music Showcase
gala held at the Living Arts Centre on Monday May
8 It was an exceptional evening of high calibre
musical performances from students all across the
PDSB Dolphin had students successfully audition
and perform as members of the Elementary Honour
Choir (grades 3 to 6) Honour Choir (grades 7-12)
Honour String Orchestra (grades 7-12) Honour Jazz
Band (grades 7-12) and the Intermediate
Honour Concert Band (grades 7-9) Dolphin Senior
PS was proud to be the host school for the
Intermediate Honour Concert Band co-directed by
Mrs Suidan A special shout out to Mr Wilson who
gave a speech at the evening gala about the
importance and impact Music Education has in our
schools - thank you to both he and Mrs Yorrick for
all the support and encouragement they give to our
schools musicians
NEWS FROM MUSIC DEPARTMENT
INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC - Rentals from Cosmo Music Inc
As we approach the end of the school year
families who rent their instruments through
Dolphins rental partnership with Cosmo Music
need to make a decision for next year
Visit httpdolphincosmomusicca to
pay to extend your childs rental for hisher
upcoming school year If you extend now your
contract stays open and you will continue to
accumulate a purchase credit of approximately
$100 per school year The price to extend now
is the same as it will be in the fall (you get the
summer for free)
buy the instrument outright (depending on the
length of your rental you will have a discount
to use towards the purchase) Visit the
website to find out the cost of purchasing your
childs instrument vs renting for another
year Prices vary based on the type of
instrument and how old it is
Students who are graduating or who are not
extending their rentals for the summer must
RETURN to their instruments to Mrs Suidan by
FRIDAY JUNE 15th Families who miss this
deadline will be responsible for returning the
instrument themselves to Cosmo Musics
Richmond Hill location
Page 4 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Newsletter
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
WONDERLAND MUSIC FESTIVAL
The Choir and Senior Band will be performing in the
Wonderland Festival of Music on Friday June 8th
Students should arrive to school for 745am with
approximately $20-$30 to purchase food and
drinks Students should wear their blue Dolphin
Music shirts for the full day and can wear dark
coloured pants or shorts that follow Dolphins dress
code Students should dress appropriately for the
weather and are encouraged to bring a hat and
sunscreen Our performances begin at 10am and
once the Band and Choir perform students are
allowed to explore the park in groups It is
expected that they are never alone Students can
bring their devices but are reminded that they
should not post pictures to social media of our
field trip Buses will arrive back to Dolphin
at approximately 6pm depending on Friday
afternoon traffic
TALENT SHOW
Dolphins annual talent show this year named
Dolphins Got Talent will take place in the
afternoon on Monday June 18th Students have
been auditioning for the past week and the show is
going to be FANTASTIC Parents are invited to
attend The show starts after lunch at
1230pm Students may also submit videos of
talents not normally shared on stage including but
not limited to time-lapsed drawing swimming
various sports etc These videos are due by Friday
June 8th to Ms Cull or Ms Burnett
ATHLETIC EVENTS
Cross Country Meet
Several students were invited to participate in the
Cross Country Meet held at Erindale Park on May
18 Despite the hot weather conditions our
students put forth a great effort and made us
proud
Congratulations to all the students who
represented Dolphin at this event Special mention
goes to Madeline LB (78E) who came in 3rd out of
a field of 95 runners with a time of 12m38sec and
Connor S (802) who managed a lightning-fast time
of 12m01sec to place 16th out of a field of 142
runners Also Jeremy Chamberlain finished 18th
out of 126 runners with a time of 12min28sec
Thank you to Mr Foote who supported the
students in their preparation and participation in
this event
FitClub Event
Congratulations to all 100 of our girls who
participated in the FitSpirit 5km and 10km run at
Downsview Park on May 8th The dedication and
enthusiasm that all of our students put into training
for this big day was an inspiration to our school
Page 5 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Newsletter
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
GAUSS MATH COMPETITION
This year several of our students took part in the
Gauss Math Competition The internationally
recognized math competition is developed by the
University of Waterloo to inspire the next
generation of students to develop an interest in
and love for mathematics and computer science
Congratulations to all
students who took part
in the Math Contest
Special congratulations
to Ryan M in 80E for
getting a perfect score of
150150 and to Evan Z
in 70E for the highest
mark of 144150 in his
grade level Amazing job Mr Carl Gauss himself
would have been proud of you
NEWS FROM 180 FUSE
What a year wersquove had at 180Fuse We had over
200 students attend our Fuse events between
October-May Over the course of the year we
enjoyed cotton candy played Messy Games set
new records and had an epic Year End Bash Wersquod
like to take this opportunity to thank the
administration and staff of Dolphin who have
partnered with Global 180 and our 180Fuse
events We have already begun planning for next
year and our kickoff date for the 2018-2019 school
year is tentatively scheduled for Saturday October
13th Please check our website wwwglobal180com
in August for a complete list of dates for the
upcoming school year We look forward to seeing
you all next year
Dolphinrsquos Grade 8 GRADUATION
Please join us on Wednesday
June 27th 2018 at 915 am to
celebrate your childrsquos graduation
from Dolphin Sr PS
See you there
Page 6 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Newsletter
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
NEWS FROM ART DEPARTMENT
VISUAL VOICES ART EXHIBITION AT THE LIVING ARTS CENTRE
Congratulations to Louise amp Angela (80E) Rich
(804) and Kaitlyn (80E) for their outstanding art
being displayed at Living Arts Centre for the Visual
Voices Art Exhibition The artwork can be found in
the Second Floor Art Gallery and will be on display
from May 29-June 21 Please take this opportunity
to see our studentsrsquo work Admission is free
Page 7 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Newsletter
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
On the road againmdashhow to keep your cyclist safe
Here are some tips you can review with your child
to ensure bike season gets off to a great start
The right fit
children should be able to straddle the bike
with both feet on the ground
a bike that is too big or too small can be a safety hazard
the helmet should fitmdashif its too loose it could fall off if its too tight its uncomfortable
Get noticed
a young childs bike should be equipped with a
bell and reflector
older riders should have a light andor reflectors
Follow the rules
no riding on busy streets
no riding at night
stop for all STOP signs
Actions that cause injuries
driveway ride outmdashnot stopping and looking
both ways before entering the street
running the stop sign
turning without warning
cycling in the dark
following the leadermdashone child goes through a stop sign or misses a parked car but the second cyclist doesnt
CONGRATS TO MEMBERS OF PORTFOLIO CLUB Louise Rich Angela
Artwork on display at the Missis-sauga Living Arts Centre from May 29-June 21 Second Floor Gallery
Admission is free Elementary SchoolMessenger Safe
Arrival Attendance Program
Elementary parents are reminded to sign up for a Safe
Arrival account in order to report a childs absence in
a quick and easy manner
Set up your account by going to
goschoolmessengerca and use the same email
address the school has on file for you You can also
download the blue School Messenger App to your
smartphone
If parents prefer not to set up an account the toll-free
number is available for all families 1-855-209-6155
A few things to note with our new system
parents are encouraged to add the 1-855-209-
6155 number to their Contacts (under PDSB or
School Name) so the number can easily be
identified when it calls
this new system will call once per child therefore
if you have three children absent at one time you
will receive three different phone calls
parents who set up an account can choose their
preferences as to which numbers will be called
parents can report Late Arrivals by choosing the
Report an Absence option first then choosing Late
Arrival in the sub-menu
As always parents are encouraged to report absences
in advance to the Safe Arrival system
Summer activities that boost learning
Kindergarten to grade 4
Sorting and stacking ndash Teach classification skills with dinnerware Ask your child to match and stack dishes of similar sizes and shapes Also have your child sort flatware ndash forks with forks spoons with spoons This is like recognizing the shapes of letters and numbers
Comic strip writing ndash Use comic strips to help with writing Cut the segments of a comic strip apart and ask your child to arrange them in order Then ask your child to fill in the words of the characters (orally or in writing)
Float and sink ndash Encourage hypothesizing (guessing) Use several objects ndash soap a dry sock a bottle of shampoo a wet sponge an empty bottle Ask your child which objects will float when dropped into water in a sink or bathtub Then drop the objects in the water one by one to see what happens
Grades 5 to 8
Follow the news ndash As a family choose an important news event to follow for a day or two Ask each person to find as much information on the topic as possible ndash read newspapers look at online news webpages listen to the radio and watch TV news Then talk about what everyone learned
Pro and con what do you think ndash Make a family game of discussing a special issue For example Teenagers should be allowed to vote or There should never be any homework Ask your children to think of all the reasons they can to support their views Then ask them to think of reasons opposing their views Which views are most convincing For variety assign family members to teams and have them prepare their arguments pro and con
Stretch run walk ndash Ask your child to do at least one kind of exercise every day For example run or walk briskly for 10 minutes Walk when possible instead of driving for any distance less than a mile Have your child make a week-long exercise plan Try to think of a modest reward for sticking to the plan and exercise with your child
Let your voice be heard ndash Promote good citizenship Help your child write a letter to the editor of the local newspaper about an issue affecting children ndash for example suggest that a bike path be built near the school or that a city event be planned for youngsters Children are citizens and their ideas are worth hearing
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
Page 8 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Calendar
Summer Well-being
Summer break is around the corner The psychological and physiological benefits of summer are hard to beat
However while summer allows for a break from the routine and structure of the school year for some children
and youth it can be stressful to be away from school So while the stressors change when the last school bell
signals summer they dont disappear
Here at a few tips for summer well-being to keep everyone safe and having fun in the sun
Get outside With longer and warmer days try to spend more time outdoors which increases our vitamin D intake
and allows us more time to exercise and connect with nature A minimum of 60 minutes of daily physical activity is
recommended for all children and youth Healthy body = healthy mind
Always stay hydrated Replace sugary sports drinks amp sodas with water add slices of fresh fruit like strawberries
lemons limes or watermelons to your water for a delicious flavor Staying hydrat-
ed prevents heat related illness symptoms are headache cold sweats exhaustion
nausea andor vomiting and diarrhea
Get plenty of rest During the hot summer heat making sure you get plenty of
rest is important to prevent heat exhaustion While playing outside take frequent
shaded breaks and use sunscreen Getting 8-10 hours of sleep every night is important for recuperation and growth
Wear safety gear Whether you are riding your bike or swimming in a pool always wear the recommended safety
gear Being safe reduces stress for everyone A good rule is that if you are not doing an activity safely you will not be
allowed to do it
Be safe on-line Some students will stay in-touch over the summer primarily on-line Remember that some people
will use electronic media to embarrass harass or threaten their peers When there is cyberbullying occurring
remember to save it report it and block it If the incident is criminal call Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS
(8477)
Constant communication for the win Using open ended questions with children and youth can help identify fears
anxieties and concerns Ask questions like ldquoHow are you feeling about going to summer camprdquo In addition
communicating expectations about what is going to occur during the summer will help to ease transitions Saying ldquoI
am inviting relatives to stay with us in Julyrdquo or saying ldquoYou will need to be in bed by 9 pm on weekdays this summerrdquo
allows children and youth time to adjust to what will occur
Over summer break remember that HELP is always available
Peel Childrenrsquos Centre maintains a Crisis Response Service (247365) if your child is experiencing a serious mental
health problem at 416-410-8615
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
Page 8 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Calendar
Page 9 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Calendar
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1
2
3 4
School Council
meeting amp
presentation
6pm
5 Girls Beach
Volleyball
tournament
Thomas St
6 7 8 Grade 8 Boys
Beach Volleyball
tournament
David Leeder
Wonderland Music
Festival (Choir amp
Snr Band)
9
10 11
Report Card
Writing Day
(no school for
students)
12
Recognition
assembly
(Inclusion
Cooperation)
12 pm
13
14
15
Grade 6 trip to
EZone
Youth Summit
Workshops
(Grade 8)
16
17
18 Track amp Field
Meet
Mini Olympics
Dolphinrsquos Got
Talent (PM)
19 20 21 22 23
24 25 Grade 8 trip to
Wonderland
26 Grade 67
Awards
assembly (AM)
Grad
Rehearsal
27 Grade 8
Graduation
Grade 7 trip to
Cineplex
Classic Bowl
28 Grade 67
dance
Last day of
school for
students
29 PA Day
(no school for
students)
30
Day 2
Day 1 Day 5 Day 2
Day 3 Day 1 Day 5
Day 4
Day 4
Day 4
Day 3
Day 4
Day 1 Day 2
Day 1
Quebec City Tour Trip
Camp Couchiching Trip
Day 2
Day 3
Day 5
Day 5
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
Page 2 of 11 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Newsletter
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
NEWS FROM THE LIBRARY COMMONS
Scholastic Book Fair a Great Success
The Scholastic Book Fair returned to Dolphin from May 8 to 12 with several new selections from which to
choose Students came during lunch and in the afternoons to stock up on their summer reading selections
New this year was the special family event movie night on Tuesday when the movie Series of Unfortunate
Events was shown Congratulations to the award winners Alefya Karjatwala Alice Brisbin and Nabia Malik
Thank you to everyone who supported the book fair Money raised for Dolphin will go towards the purchase
of new books and resources for the library
Dolphin Celebrates Reading
Dolphin Senior students took their passion for reading to the Powerade Center on May 18 to take part in
Peelrsquos annual Celebration of Reading event Over 4000 students from across Peel cheered on their favourite
authors from the Forest of Reading program including Red Maple Fiction award winner Caroline Pignat (for
her book Shooter) and Dolphin favourite Kevin Sylvester (for his book MiNRS) The Silver Birch Fiction award
winner for this year was Wesley King for his book OC Daniel and the Blue Spruce award went to Terry and
Eric Fan for their book The Night Gardener Over 50 students attended the event from Dolphin including
Class 60E and 78C Thanks to everyone who supported the program We canrsquot wait to see what the Forest
will bring in 2019
For more information contact Mr Steeves at 905-826-4247 x106 E-mail P0072222pdsborg Website httpssitesgooglecomapdsbnetdolphin-library-lchome Twitter DolphinSeniorPS
Page 3 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Newsletter
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
SPRING MUSIC FESTIVALS and PERFORMANCES
Congratulations to Dolphins extra-curricular music
ensembles for their excellent representation of our
school at PMTAFest (Junior Band and Stage Band)
Peel Music Festival (Choir and Choir Ensemble)
and ChoirfestGarthwood Park(Boys Choir)
We are celebrating DOUBLE GOLD from both our
Choir Ensemble and Senior Band at the Atlantic
Festival of Music held at the University of Western
Ontario Congratulations to the students who
performed your perseverance and dedication
certainly paid off and we are all very proud of your
accomplishment
We are also very proud of the students who
represented Dolphin at the Peel Music Showcase
gala held at the Living Arts Centre on Monday May
8 It was an exceptional evening of high calibre
musical performances from students all across the
PDSB Dolphin had students successfully audition
and perform as members of the Elementary Honour
Choir (grades 3 to 6) Honour Choir (grades 7-12)
Honour String Orchestra (grades 7-12) Honour Jazz
Band (grades 7-12) and the Intermediate
Honour Concert Band (grades 7-9) Dolphin Senior
PS was proud to be the host school for the
Intermediate Honour Concert Band co-directed by
Mrs Suidan A special shout out to Mr Wilson who
gave a speech at the evening gala about the
importance and impact Music Education has in our
schools - thank you to both he and Mrs Yorrick for
all the support and encouragement they give to our
schools musicians
NEWS FROM MUSIC DEPARTMENT
INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC - Rentals from Cosmo Music Inc
As we approach the end of the school year
families who rent their instruments through
Dolphins rental partnership with Cosmo Music
need to make a decision for next year
Visit httpdolphincosmomusicca to
pay to extend your childs rental for hisher
upcoming school year If you extend now your
contract stays open and you will continue to
accumulate a purchase credit of approximately
$100 per school year The price to extend now
is the same as it will be in the fall (you get the
summer for free)
buy the instrument outright (depending on the
length of your rental you will have a discount
to use towards the purchase) Visit the
website to find out the cost of purchasing your
childs instrument vs renting for another
year Prices vary based on the type of
instrument and how old it is
Students who are graduating or who are not
extending their rentals for the summer must
RETURN to their instruments to Mrs Suidan by
FRIDAY JUNE 15th Families who miss this
deadline will be responsible for returning the
instrument themselves to Cosmo Musics
Richmond Hill location
Page 4 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Newsletter
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
WONDERLAND MUSIC FESTIVAL
The Choir and Senior Band will be performing in the
Wonderland Festival of Music on Friday June 8th
Students should arrive to school for 745am with
approximately $20-$30 to purchase food and
drinks Students should wear their blue Dolphin
Music shirts for the full day and can wear dark
coloured pants or shorts that follow Dolphins dress
code Students should dress appropriately for the
weather and are encouraged to bring a hat and
sunscreen Our performances begin at 10am and
once the Band and Choir perform students are
allowed to explore the park in groups It is
expected that they are never alone Students can
bring their devices but are reminded that they
should not post pictures to social media of our
field trip Buses will arrive back to Dolphin
at approximately 6pm depending on Friday
afternoon traffic
TALENT SHOW
Dolphins annual talent show this year named
Dolphins Got Talent will take place in the
afternoon on Monday June 18th Students have
been auditioning for the past week and the show is
going to be FANTASTIC Parents are invited to
attend The show starts after lunch at
1230pm Students may also submit videos of
talents not normally shared on stage including but
not limited to time-lapsed drawing swimming
various sports etc These videos are due by Friday
June 8th to Ms Cull or Ms Burnett
ATHLETIC EVENTS
Cross Country Meet
Several students were invited to participate in the
Cross Country Meet held at Erindale Park on May
18 Despite the hot weather conditions our
students put forth a great effort and made us
proud
Congratulations to all the students who
represented Dolphin at this event Special mention
goes to Madeline LB (78E) who came in 3rd out of
a field of 95 runners with a time of 12m38sec and
Connor S (802) who managed a lightning-fast time
of 12m01sec to place 16th out of a field of 142
runners Also Jeremy Chamberlain finished 18th
out of 126 runners with a time of 12min28sec
Thank you to Mr Foote who supported the
students in their preparation and participation in
this event
FitClub Event
Congratulations to all 100 of our girls who
participated in the FitSpirit 5km and 10km run at
Downsview Park on May 8th The dedication and
enthusiasm that all of our students put into training
for this big day was an inspiration to our school
Page 5 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Newsletter
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
GAUSS MATH COMPETITION
This year several of our students took part in the
Gauss Math Competition The internationally
recognized math competition is developed by the
University of Waterloo to inspire the next
generation of students to develop an interest in
and love for mathematics and computer science
Congratulations to all
students who took part
in the Math Contest
Special congratulations
to Ryan M in 80E for
getting a perfect score of
150150 and to Evan Z
in 70E for the highest
mark of 144150 in his
grade level Amazing job Mr Carl Gauss himself
would have been proud of you
NEWS FROM 180 FUSE
What a year wersquove had at 180Fuse We had over
200 students attend our Fuse events between
October-May Over the course of the year we
enjoyed cotton candy played Messy Games set
new records and had an epic Year End Bash Wersquod
like to take this opportunity to thank the
administration and staff of Dolphin who have
partnered with Global 180 and our 180Fuse
events We have already begun planning for next
year and our kickoff date for the 2018-2019 school
year is tentatively scheduled for Saturday October
13th Please check our website wwwglobal180com
in August for a complete list of dates for the
upcoming school year We look forward to seeing
you all next year
Dolphinrsquos Grade 8 GRADUATION
Please join us on Wednesday
June 27th 2018 at 915 am to
celebrate your childrsquos graduation
from Dolphin Sr PS
See you there
Page 6 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Newsletter
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
NEWS FROM ART DEPARTMENT
VISUAL VOICES ART EXHIBITION AT THE LIVING ARTS CENTRE
Congratulations to Louise amp Angela (80E) Rich
(804) and Kaitlyn (80E) for their outstanding art
being displayed at Living Arts Centre for the Visual
Voices Art Exhibition The artwork can be found in
the Second Floor Art Gallery and will be on display
from May 29-June 21 Please take this opportunity
to see our studentsrsquo work Admission is free
Page 7 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Newsletter
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
On the road againmdashhow to keep your cyclist safe
Here are some tips you can review with your child
to ensure bike season gets off to a great start
The right fit
children should be able to straddle the bike
with both feet on the ground
a bike that is too big or too small can be a safety hazard
the helmet should fitmdashif its too loose it could fall off if its too tight its uncomfortable
Get noticed
a young childs bike should be equipped with a
bell and reflector
older riders should have a light andor reflectors
Follow the rules
no riding on busy streets
no riding at night
stop for all STOP signs
Actions that cause injuries
driveway ride outmdashnot stopping and looking
both ways before entering the street
running the stop sign
turning without warning
cycling in the dark
following the leadermdashone child goes through a stop sign or misses a parked car but the second cyclist doesnt
CONGRATS TO MEMBERS OF PORTFOLIO CLUB Louise Rich Angela
Artwork on display at the Missis-sauga Living Arts Centre from May 29-June 21 Second Floor Gallery
Admission is free Elementary SchoolMessenger Safe
Arrival Attendance Program
Elementary parents are reminded to sign up for a Safe
Arrival account in order to report a childs absence in
a quick and easy manner
Set up your account by going to
goschoolmessengerca and use the same email
address the school has on file for you You can also
download the blue School Messenger App to your
smartphone
If parents prefer not to set up an account the toll-free
number is available for all families 1-855-209-6155
A few things to note with our new system
parents are encouraged to add the 1-855-209-
6155 number to their Contacts (under PDSB or
School Name) so the number can easily be
identified when it calls
this new system will call once per child therefore
if you have three children absent at one time you
will receive three different phone calls
parents who set up an account can choose their
preferences as to which numbers will be called
parents can report Late Arrivals by choosing the
Report an Absence option first then choosing Late
Arrival in the sub-menu
As always parents are encouraged to report absences
in advance to the Safe Arrival system
Summer activities that boost learning
Kindergarten to grade 4
Sorting and stacking ndash Teach classification skills with dinnerware Ask your child to match and stack dishes of similar sizes and shapes Also have your child sort flatware ndash forks with forks spoons with spoons This is like recognizing the shapes of letters and numbers
Comic strip writing ndash Use comic strips to help with writing Cut the segments of a comic strip apart and ask your child to arrange them in order Then ask your child to fill in the words of the characters (orally or in writing)
Float and sink ndash Encourage hypothesizing (guessing) Use several objects ndash soap a dry sock a bottle of shampoo a wet sponge an empty bottle Ask your child which objects will float when dropped into water in a sink or bathtub Then drop the objects in the water one by one to see what happens
Grades 5 to 8
Follow the news ndash As a family choose an important news event to follow for a day or two Ask each person to find as much information on the topic as possible ndash read newspapers look at online news webpages listen to the radio and watch TV news Then talk about what everyone learned
Pro and con what do you think ndash Make a family game of discussing a special issue For example Teenagers should be allowed to vote or There should never be any homework Ask your children to think of all the reasons they can to support their views Then ask them to think of reasons opposing their views Which views are most convincing For variety assign family members to teams and have them prepare their arguments pro and con
Stretch run walk ndash Ask your child to do at least one kind of exercise every day For example run or walk briskly for 10 minutes Walk when possible instead of driving for any distance less than a mile Have your child make a week-long exercise plan Try to think of a modest reward for sticking to the plan and exercise with your child
Let your voice be heard ndash Promote good citizenship Help your child write a letter to the editor of the local newspaper about an issue affecting children ndash for example suggest that a bike path be built near the school or that a city event be planned for youngsters Children are citizens and their ideas are worth hearing
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
Page 8 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Calendar
Summer Well-being
Summer break is around the corner The psychological and physiological benefits of summer are hard to beat
However while summer allows for a break from the routine and structure of the school year for some children
and youth it can be stressful to be away from school So while the stressors change when the last school bell
signals summer they dont disappear
Here at a few tips for summer well-being to keep everyone safe and having fun in the sun
Get outside With longer and warmer days try to spend more time outdoors which increases our vitamin D intake
and allows us more time to exercise and connect with nature A minimum of 60 minutes of daily physical activity is
recommended for all children and youth Healthy body = healthy mind
Always stay hydrated Replace sugary sports drinks amp sodas with water add slices of fresh fruit like strawberries
lemons limes or watermelons to your water for a delicious flavor Staying hydrat-
ed prevents heat related illness symptoms are headache cold sweats exhaustion
nausea andor vomiting and diarrhea
Get plenty of rest During the hot summer heat making sure you get plenty of
rest is important to prevent heat exhaustion While playing outside take frequent
shaded breaks and use sunscreen Getting 8-10 hours of sleep every night is important for recuperation and growth
Wear safety gear Whether you are riding your bike or swimming in a pool always wear the recommended safety
gear Being safe reduces stress for everyone A good rule is that if you are not doing an activity safely you will not be
allowed to do it
Be safe on-line Some students will stay in-touch over the summer primarily on-line Remember that some people
will use electronic media to embarrass harass or threaten their peers When there is cyberbullying occurring
remember to save it report it and block it If the incident is criminal call Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS
(8477)
Constant communication for the win Using open ended questions with children and youth can help identify fears
anxieties and concerns Ask questions like ldquoHow are you feeling about going to summer camprdquo In addition
communicating expectations about what is going to occur during the summer will help to ease transitions Saying ldquoI
am inviting relatives to stay with us in Julyrdquo or saying ldquoYou will need to be in bed by 9 pm on weekdays this summerrdquo
allows children and youth time to adjust to what will occur
Over summer break remember that HELP is always available
Peel Childrenrsquos Centre maintains a Crisis Response Service (247365) if your child is experiencing a serious mental
health problem at 416-410-8615
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
Page 8 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Calendar
Page 9 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Calendar
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1
2
3 4
School Council
meeting amp
presentation
6pm
5 Girls Beach
Volleyball
tournament
Thomas St
6 7 8 Grade 8 Boys
Beach Volleyball
tournament
David Leeder
Wonderland Music
Festival (Choir amp
Snr Band)
9
10 11
Report Card
Writing Day
(no school for
students)
12
Recognition
assembly
(Inclusion
Cooperation)
12 pm
13
14
15
Grade 6 trip to
EZone
Youth Summit
Workshops
(Grade 8)
16
17
18 Track amp Field
Meet
Mini Olympics
Dolphinrsquos Got
Talent (PM)
19 20 21 22 23
24 25 Grade 8 trip to
Wonderland
26 Grade 67
Awards
assembly (AM)
Grad
Rehearsal
27 Grade 8
Graduation
Grade 7 trip to
Cineplex
Classic Bowl
28 Grade 67
dance
Last day of
school for
students
29 PA Day
(no school for
students)
30
Day 2
Day 1 Day 5 Day 2
Day 3 Day 1 Day 5
Day 4
Day 4
Day 4
Day 3
Day 4
Day 1 Day 2
Day 1
Quebec City Tour Trip
Camp Couchiching Trip
Day 2
Day 3
Day 5
Day 5
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
Page 3 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Newsletter
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
SPRING MUSIC FESTIVALS and PERFORMANCES
Congratulations to Dolphins extra-curricular music
ensembles for their excellent representation of our
school at PMTAFest (Junior Band and Stage Band)
Peel Music Festival (Choir and Choir Ensemble)
and ChoirfestGarthwood Park(Boys Choir)
We are celebrating DOUBLE GOLD from both our
Choir Ensemble and Senior Band at the Atlantic
Festival of Music held at the University of Western
Ontario Congratulations to the students who
performed your perseverance and dedication
certainly paid off and we are all very proud of your
accomplishment
We are also very proud of the students who
represented Dolphin at the Peel Music Showcase
gala held at the Living Arts Centre on Monday May
8 It was an exceptional evening of high calibre
musical performances from students all across the
PDSB Dolphin had students successfully audition
and perform as members of the Elementary Honour
Choir (grades 3 to 6) Honour Choir (grades 7-12)
Honour String Orchestra (grades 7-12) Honour Jazz
Band (grades 7-12) and the Intermediate
Honour Concert Band (grades 7-9) Dolphin Senior
PS was proud to be the host school for the
Intermediate Honour Concert Band co-directed by
Mrs Suidan A special shout out to Mr Wilson who
gave a speech at the evening gala about the
importance and impact Music Education has in our
schools - thank you to both he and Mrs Yorrick for
all the support and encouragement they give to our
schools musicians
NEWS FROM MUSIC DEPARTMENT
INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC - Rentals from Cosmo Music Inc
As we approach the end of the school year
families who rent their instruments through
Dolphins rental partnership with Cosmo Music
need to make a decision for next year
Visit httpdolphincosmomusicca to
pay to extend your childs rental for hisher
upcoming school year If you extend now your
contract stays open and you will continue to
accumulate a purchase credit of approximately
$100 per school year The price to extend now
is the same as it will be in the fall (you get the
summer for free)
buy the instrument outright (depending on the
length of your rental you will have a discount
to use towards the purchase) Visit the
website to find out the cost of purchasing your
childs instrument vs renting for another
year Prices vary based on the type of
instrument and how old it is
Students who are graduating or who are not
extending their rentals for the summer must
RETURN to their instruments to Mrs Suidan by
FRIDAY JUNE 15th Families who miss this
deadline will be responsible for returning the
instrument themselves to Cosmo Musics
Richmond Hill location
Page 4 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Newsletter
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
WONDERLAND MUSIC FESTIVAL
The Choir and Senior Band will be performing in the
Wonderland Festival of Music on Friday June 8th
Students should arrive to school for 745am with
approximately $20-$30 to purchase food and
drinks Students should wear their blue Dolphin
Music shirts for the full day and can wear dark
coloured pants or shorts that follow Dolphins dress
code Students should dress appropriately for the
weather and are encouraged to bring a hat and
sunscreen Our performances begin at 10am and
once the Band and Choir perform students are
allowed to explore the park in groups It is
expected that they are never alone Students can
bring their devices but are reminded that they
should not post pictures to social media of our
field trip Buses will arrive back to Dolphin
at approximately 6pm depending on Friday
afternoon traffic
TALENT SHOW
Dolphins annual talent show this year named
Dolphins Got Talent will take place in the
afternoon on Monday June 18th Students have
been auditioning for the past week and the show is
going to be FANTASTIC Parents are invited to
attend The show starts after lunch at
1230pm Students may also submit videos of
talents not normally shared on stage including but
not limited to time-lapsed drawing swimming
various sports etc These videos are due by Friday
June 8th to Ms Cull or Ms Burnett
ATHLETIC EVENTS
Cross Country Meet
Several students were invited to participate in the
Cross Country Meet held at Erindale Park on May
18 Despite the hot weather conditions our
students put forth a great effort and made us
proud
Congratulations to all the students who
represented Dolphin at this event Special mention
goes to Madeline LB (78E) who came in 3rd out of
a field of 95 runners with a time of 12m38sec and
Connor S (802) who managed a lightning-fast time
of 12m01sec to place 16th out of a field of 142
runners Also Jeremy Chamberlain finished 18th
out of 126 runners with a time of 12min28sec
Thank you to Mr Foote who supported the
students in their preparation and participation in
this event
FitClub Event
Congratulations to all 100 of our girls who
participated in the FitSpirit 5km and 10km run at
Downsview Park on May 8th The dedication and
enthusiasm that all of our students put into training
for this big day was an inspiration to our school
Page 5 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Newsletter
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
GAUSS MATH COMPETITION
This year several of our students took part in the
Gauss Math Competition The internationally
recognized math competition is developed by the
University of Waterloo to inspire the next
generation of students to develop an interest in
and love for mathematics and computer science
Congratulations to all
students who took part
in the Math Contest
Special congratulations
to Ryan M in 80E for
getting a perfect score of
150150 and to Evan Z
in 70E for the highest
mark of 144150 in his
grade level Amazing job Mr Carl Gauss himself
would have been proud of you
NEWS FROM 180 FUSE
What a year wersquove had at 180Fuse We had over
200 students attend our Fuse events between
October-May Over the course of the year we
enjoyed cotton candy played Messy Games set
new records and had an epic Year End Bash Wersquod
like to take this opportunity to thank the
administration and staff of Dolphin who have
partnered with Global 180 and our 180Fuse
events We have already begun planning for next
year and our kickoff date for the 2018-2019 school
year is tentatively scheduled for Saturday October
13th Please check our website wwwglobal180com
in August for a complete list of dates for the
upcoming school year We look forward to seeing
you all next year
Dolphinrsquos Grade 8 GRADUATION
Please join us on Wednesday
June 27th 2018 at 915 am to
celebrate your childrsquos graduation
from Dolphin Sr PS
See you there
Page 6 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Newsletter
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
NEWS FROM ART DEPARTMENT
VISUAL VOICES ART EXHIBITION AT THE LIVING ARTS CENTRE
Congratulations to Louise amp Angela (80E) Rich
(804) and Kaitlyn (80E) for their outstanding art
being displayed at Living Arts Centre for the Visual
Voices Art Exhibition The artwork can be found in
the Second Floor Art Gallery and will be on display
from May 29-June 21 Please take this opportunity
to see our studentsrsquo work Admission is free
Page 7 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Newsletter
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
On the road againmdashhow to keep your cyclist safe
Here are some tips you can review with your child
to ensure bike season gets off to a great start
The right fit
children should be able to straddle the bike
with both feet on the ground
a bike that is too big or too small can be a safety hazard
the helmet should fitmdashif its too loose it could fall off if its too tight its uncomfortable
Get noticed
a young childs bike should be equipped with a
bell and reflector
older riders should have a light andor reflectors
Follow the rules
no riding on busy streets
no riding at night
stop for all STOP signs
Actions that cause injuries
driveway ride outmdashnot stopping and looking
both ways before entering the street
running the stop sign
turning without warning
cycling in the dark
following the leadermdashone child goes through a stop sign or misses a parked car but the second cyclist doesnt
CONGRATS TO MEMBERS OF PORTFOLIO CLUB Louise Rich Angela
Artwork on display at the Missis-sauga Living Arts Centre from May 29-June 21 Second Floor Gallery
Admission is free Elementary SchoolMessenger Safe
Arrival Attendance Program
Elementary parents are reminded to sign up for a Safe
Arrival account in order to report a childs absence in
a quick and easy manner
Set up your account by going to
goschoolmessengerca and use the same email
address the school has on file for you You can also
download the blue School Messenger App to your
smartphone
If parents prefer not to set up an account the toll-free
number is available for all families 1-855-209-6155
A few things to note with our new system
parents are encouraged to add the 1-855-209-
6155 number to their Contacts (under PDSB or
School Name) so the number can easily be
identified when it calls
this new system will call once per child therefore
if you have three children absent at one time you
will receive three different phone calls
parents who set up an account can choose their
preferences as to which numbers will be called
parents can report Late Arrivals by choosing the
Report an Absence option first then choosing Late
Arrival in the sub-menu
As always parents are encouraged to report absences
in advance to the Safe Arrival system
Summer activities that boost learning
Kindergarten to grade 4
Sorting and stacking ndash Teach classification skills with dinnerware Ask your child to match and stack dishes of similar sizes and shapes Also have your child sort flatware ndash forks with forks spoons with spoons This is like recognizing the shapes of letters and numbers
Comic strip writing ndash Use comic strips to help with writing Cut the segments of a comic strip apart and ask your child to arrange them in order Then ask your child to fill in the words of the characters (orally or in writing)
Float and sink ndash Encourage hypothesizing (guessing) Use several objects ndash soap a dry sock a bottle of shampoo a wet sponge an empty bottle Ask your child which objects will float when dropped into water in a sink or bathtub Then drop the objects in the water one by one to see what happens
Grades 5 to 8
Follow the news ndash As a family choose an important news event to follow for a day or two Ask each person to find as much information on the topic as possible ndash read newspapers look at online news webpages listen to the radio and watch TV news Then talk about what everyone learned
Pro and con what do you think ndash Make a family game of discussing a special issue For example Teenagers should be allowed to vote or There should never be any homework Ask your children to think of all the reasons they can to support their views Then ask them to think of reasons opposing their views Which views are most convincing For variety assign family members to teams and have them prepare their arguments pro and con
Stretch run walk ndash Ask your child to do at least one kind of exercise every day For example run or walk briskly for 10 minutes Walk when possible instead of driving for any distance less than a mile Have your child make a week-long exercise plan Try to think of a modest reward for sticking to the plan and exercise with your child
Let your voice be heard ndash Promote good citizenship Help your child write a letter to the editor of the local newspaper about an issue affecting children ndash for example suggest that a bike path be built near the school or that a city event be planned for youngsters Children are citizens and their ideas are worth hearing
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
Page 8 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Calendar
Summer Well-being
Summer break is around the corner The psychological and physiological benefits of summer are hard to beat
However while summer allows for a break from the routine and structure of the school year for some children
and youth it can be stressful to be away from school So while the stressors change when the last school bell
signals summer they dont disappear
Here at a few tips for summer well-being to keep everyone safe and having fun in the sun
Get outside With longer and warmer days try to spend more time outdoors which increases our vitamin D intake
and allows us more time to exercise and connect with nature A minimum of 60 minutes of daily physical activity is
recommended for all children and youth Healthy body = healthy mind
Always stay hydrated Replace sugary sports drinks amp sodas with water add slices of fresh fruit like strawberries
lemons limes or watermelons to your water for a delicious flavor Staying hydrat-
ed prevents heat related illness symptoms are headache cold sweats exhaustion
nausea andor vomiting and diarrhea
Get plenty of rest During the hot summer heat making sure you get plenty of
rest is important to prevent heat exhaustion While playing outside take frequent
shaded breaks and use sunscreen Getting 8-10 hours of sleep every night is important for recuperation and growth
Wear safety gear Whether you are riding your bike or swimming in a pool always wear the recommended safety
gear Being safe reduces stress for everyone A good rule is that if you are not doing an activity safely you will not be
allowed to do it
Be safe on-line Some students will stay in-touch over the summer primarily on-line Remember that some people
will use electronic media to embarrass harass or threaten their peers When there is cyberbullying occurring
remember to save it report it and block it If the incident is criminal call Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS
(8477)
Constant communication for the win Using open ended questions with children and youth can help identify fears
anxieties and concerns Ask questions like ldquoHow are you feeling about going to summer camprdquo In addition
communicating expectations about what is going to occur during the summer will help to ease transitions Saying ldquoI
am inviting relatives to stay with us in Julyrdquo or saying ldquoYou will need to be in bed by 9 pm on weekdays this summerrdquo
allows children and youth time to adjust to what will occur
Over summer break remember that HELP is always available
Peel Childrenrsquos Centre maintains a Crisis Response Service (247365) if your child is experiencing a serious mental
health problem at 416-410-8615
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
Page 8 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Calendar
Page 9 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Calendar
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1
2
3 4
School Council
meeting amp
presentation
6pm
5 Girls Beach
Volleyball
tournament
Thomas St
6 7 8 Grade 8 Boys
Beach Volleyball
tournament
David Leeder
Wonderland Music
Festival (Choir amp
Snr Band)
9
10 11
Report Card
Writing Day
(no school for
students)
12
Recognition
assembly
(Inclusion
Cooperation)
12 pm
13
14
15
Grade 6 trip to
EZone
Youth Summit
Workshops
(Grade 8)
16
17
18 Track amp Field
Meet
Mini Olympics
Dolphinrsquos Got
Talent (PM)
19 20 21 22 23
24 25 Grade 8 trip to
Wonderland
26 Grade 67
Awards
assembly (AM)
Grad
Rehearsal
27 Grade 8
Graduation
Grade 7 trip to
Cineplex
Classic Bowl
28 Grade 67
dance
Last day of
school for
students
29 PA Day
(no school for
students)
30
Day 2
Day 1 Day 5 Day 2
Day 3 Day 1 Day 5
Day 4
Day 4
Day 4
Day 3
Day 4
Day 1 Day 2
Day 1
Quebec City Tour Trip
Camp Couchiching Trip
Day 2
Day 3
Day 5
Day 5
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
Page 4 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Newsletter
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
WONDERLAND MUSIC FESTIVAL
The Choir and Senior Band will be performing in the
Wonderland Festival of Music on Friday June 8th
Students should arrive to school for 745am with
approximately $20-$30 to purchase food and
drinks Students should wear their blue Dolphin
Music shirts for the full day and can wear dark
coloured pants or shorts that follow Dolphins dress
code Students should dress appropriately for the
weather and are encouraged to bring a hat and
sunscreen Our performances begin at 10am and
once the Band and Choir perform students are
allowed to explore the park in groups It is
expected that they are never alone Students can
bring their devices but are reminded that they
should not post pictures to social media of our
field trip Buses will arrive back to Dolphin
at approximately 6pm depending on Friday
afternoon traffic
TALENT SHOW
Dolphins annual talent show this year named
Dolphins Got Talent will take place in the
afternoon on Monday June 18th Students have
been auditioning for the past week and the show is
going to be FANTASTIC Parents are invited to
attend The show starts after lunch at
1230pm Students may also submit videos of
talents not normally shared on stage including but
not limited to time-lapsed drawing swimming
various sports etc These videos are due by Friday
June 8th to Ms Cull or Ms Burnett
ATHLETIC EVENTS
Cross Country Meet
Several students were invited to participate in the
Cross Country Meet held at Erindale Park on May
18 Despite the hot weather conditions our
students put forth a great effort and made us
proud
Congratulations to all the students who
represented Dolphin at this event Special mention
goes to Madeline LB (78E) who came in 3rd out of
a field of 95 runners with a time of 12m38sec and
Connor S (802) who managed a lightning-fast time
of 12m01sec to place 16th out of a field of 142
runners Also Jeremy Chamberlain finished 18th
out of 126 runners with a time of 12min28sec
Thank you to Mr Foote who supported the
students in their preparation and participation in
this event
FitClub Event
Congratulations to all 100 of our girls who
participated in the FitSpirit 5km and 10km run at
Downsview Park on May 8th The dedication and
enthusiasm that all of our students put into training
for this big day was an inspiration to our school
Page 5 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Newsletter
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
GAUSS MATH COMPETITION
This year several of our students took part in the
Gauss Math Competition The internationally
recognized math competition is developed by the
University of Waterloo to inspire the next
generation of students to develop an interest in
and love for mathematics and computer science
Congratulations to all
students who took part
in the Math Contest
Special congratulations
to Ryan M in 80E for
getting a perfect score of
150150 and to Evan Z
in 70E for the highest
mark of 144150 in his
grade level Amazing job Mr Carl Gauss himself
would have been proud of you
NEWS FROM 180 FUSE
What a year wersquove had at 180Fuse We had over
200 students attend our Fuse events between
October-May Over the course of the year we
enjoyed cotton candy played Messy Games set
new records and had an epic Year End Bash Wersquod
like to take this opportunity to thank the
administration and staff of Dolphin who have
partnered with Global 180 and our 180Fuse
events We have already begun planning for next
year and our kickoff date for the 2018-2019 school
year is tentatively scheduled for Saturday October
13th Please check our website wwwglobal180com
in August for a complete list of dates for the
upcoming school year We look forward to seeing
you all next year
Dolphinrsquos Grade 8 GRADUATION
Please join us on Wednesday
June 27th 2018 at 915 am to
celebrate your childrsquos graduation
from Dolphin Sr PS
See you there
Page 6 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Newsletter
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
NEWS FROM ART DEPARTMENT
VISUAL VOICES ART EXHIBITION AT THE LIVING ARTS CENTRE
Congratulations to Louise amp Angela (80E) Rich
(804) and Kaitlyn (80E) for their outstanding art
being displayed at Living Arts Centre for the Visual
Voices Art Exhibition The artwork can be found in
the Second Floor Art Gallery and will be on display
from May 29-June 21 Please take this opportunity
to see our studentsrsquo work Admission is free
Page 7 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Newsletter
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
On the road againmdashhow to keep your cyclist safe
Here are some tips you can review with your child
to ensure bike season gets off to a great start
The right fit
children should be able to straddle the bike
with both feet on the ground
a bike that is too big or too small can be a safety hazard
the helmet should fitmdashif its too loose it could fall off if its too tight its uncomfortable
Get noticed
a young childs bike should be equipped with a
bell and reflector
older riders should have a light andor reflectors
Follow the rules
no riding on busy streets
no riding at night
stop for all STOP signs
Actions that cause injuries
driveway ride outmdashnot stopping and looking
both ways before entering the street
running the stop sign
turning without warning
cycling in the dark
following the leadermdashone child goes through a stop sign or misses a parked car but the second cyclist doesnt
CONGRATS TO MEMBERS OF PORTFOLIO CLUB Louise Rich Angela
Artwork on display at the Missis-sauga Living Arts Centre from May 29-June 21 Second Floor Gallery
Admission is free Elementary SchoolMessenger Safe
Arrival Attendance Program
Elementary parents are reminded to sign up for a Safe
Arrival account in order to report a childs absence in
a quick and easy manner
Set up your account by going to
goschoolmessengerca and use the same email
address the school has on file for you You can also
download the blue School Messenger App to your
smartphone
If parents prefer not to set up an account the toll-free
number is available for all families 1-855-209-6155
A few things to note with our new system
parents are encouraged to add the 1-855-209-
6155 number to their Contacts (under PDSB or
School Name) so the number can easily be
identified when it calls
this new system will call once per child therefore
if you have three children absent at one time you
will receive three different phone calls
parents who set up an account can choose their
preferences as to which numbers will be called
parents can report Late Arrivals by choosing the
Report an Absence option first then choosing Late
Arrival in the sub-menu
As always parents are encouraged to report absences
in advance to the Safe Arrival system
Summer activities that boost learning
Kindergarten to grade 4
Sorting and stacking ndash Teach classification skills with dinnerware Ask your child to match and stack dishes of similar sizes and shapes Also have your child sort flatware ndash forks with forks spoons with spoons This is like recognizing the shapes of letters and numbers
Comic strip writing ndash Use comic strips to help with writing Cut the segments of a comic strip apart and ask your child to arrange them in order Then ask your child to fill in the words of the characters (orally or in writing)
Float and sink ndash Encourage hypothesizing (guessing) Use several objects ndash soap a dry sock a bottle of shampoo a wet sponge an empty bottle Ask your child which objects will float when dropped into water in a sink or bathtub Then drop the objects in the water one by one to see what happens
Grades 5 to 8
Follow the news ndash As a family choose an important news event to follow for a day or two Ask each person to find as much information on the topic as possible ndash read newspapers look at online news webpages listen to the radio and watch TV news Then talk about what everyone learned
Pro and con what do you think ndash Make a family game of discussing a special issue For example Teenagers should be allowed to vote or There should never be any homework Ask your children to think of all the reasons they can to support their views Then ask them to think of reasons opposing their views Which views are most convincing For variety assign family members to teams and have them prepare their arguments pro and con
Stretch run walk ndash Ask your child to do at least one kind of exercise every day For example run or walk briskly for 10 minutes Walk when possible instead of driving for any distance less than a mile Have your child make a week-long exercise plan Try to think of a modest reward for sticking to the plan and exercise with your child
Let your voice be heard ndash Promote good citizenship Help your child write a letter to the editor of the local newspaper about an issue affecting children ndash for example suggest that a bike path be built near the school or that a city event be planned for youngsters Children are citizens and their ideas are worth hearing
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
Page 8 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Calendar
Summer Well-being
Summer break is around the corner The psychological and physiological benefits of summer are hard to beat
However while summer allows for a break from the routine and structure of the school year for some children
and youth it can be stressful to be away from school So while the stressors change when the last school bell
signals summer they dont disappear
Here at a few tips for summer well-being to keep everyone safe and having fun in the sun
Get outside With longer and warmer days try to spend more time outdoors which increases our vitamin D intake
and allows us more time to exercise and connect with nature A minimum of 60 minutes of daily physical activity is
recommended for all children and youth Healthy body = healthy mind
Always stay hydrated Replace sugary sports drinks amp sodas with water add slices of fresh fruit like strawberries
lemons limes or watermelons to your water for a delicious flavor Staying hydrat-
ed prevents heat related illness symptoms are headache cold sweats exhaustion
nausea andor vomiting and diarrhea
Get plenty of rest During the hot summer heat making sure you get plenty of
rest is important to prevent heat exhaustion While playing outside take frequent
shaded breaks and use sunscreen Getting 8-10 hours of sleep every night is important for recuperation and growth
Wear safety gear Whether you are riding your bike or swimming in a pool always wear the recommended safety
gear Being safe reduces stress for everyone A good rule is that if you are not doing an activity safely you will not be
allowed to do it
Be safe on-line Some students will stay in-touch over the summer primarily on-line Remember that some people
will use electronic media to embarrass harass or threaten their peers When there is cyberbullying occurring
remember to save it report it and block it If the incident is criminal call Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS
(8477)
Constant communication for the win Using open ended questions with children and youth can help identify fears
anxieties and concerns Ask questions like ldquoHow are you feeling about going to summer camprdquo In addition
communicating expectations about what is going to occur during the summer will help to ease transitions Saying ldquoI
am inviting relatives to stay with us in Julyrdquo or saying ldquoYou will need to be in bed by 9 pm on weekdays this summerrdquo
allows children and youth time to adjust to what will occur
Over summer break remember that HELP is always available
Peel Childrenrsquos Centre maintains a Crisis Response Service (247365) if your child is experiencing a serious mental
health problem at 416-410-8615
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
Page 8 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Calendar
Page 9 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Calendar
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1
2
3 4
School Council
meeting amp
presentation
6pm
5 Girls Beach
Volleyball
tournament
Thomas St
6 7 8 Grade 8 Boys
Beach Volleyball
tournament
David Leeder
Wonderland Music
Festival (Choir amp
Snr Band)
9
10 11
Report Card
Writing Day
(no school for
students)
12
Recognition
assembly
(Inclusion
Cooperation)
12 pm
13
14
15
Grade 6 trip to
EZone
Youth Summit
Workshops
(Grade 8)
16
17
18 Track amp Field
Meet
Mini Olympics
Dolphinrsquos Got
Talent (PM)
19 20 21 22 23
24 25 Grade 8 trip to
Wonderland
26 Grade 67
Awards
assembly (AM)
Grad
Rehearsal
27 Grade 8
Graduation
Grade 7 trip to
Cineplex
Classic Bowl
28 Grade 67
dance
Last day of
school for
students
29 PA Day
(no school for
students)
30
Day 2
Day 1 Day 5 Day 2
Day 3 Day 1 Day 5
Day 4
Day 4
Day 4
Day 3
Day 4
Day 1 Day 2
Day 1
Quebec City Tour Trip
Camp Couchiching Trip
Day 2
Day 3
Day 5
Day 5
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
Page 5 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Newsletter
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
GAUSS MATH COMPETITION
This year several of our students took part in the
Gauss Math Competition The internationally
recognized math competition is developed by the
University of Waterloo to inspire the next
generation of students to develop an interest in
and love for mathematics and computer science
Congratulations to all
students who took part
in the Math Contest
Special congratulations
to Ryan M in 80E for
getting a perfect score of
150150 and to Evan Z
in 70E for the highest
mark of 144150 in his
grade level Amazing job Mr Carl Gauss himself
would have been proud of you
NEWS FROM 180 FUSE
What a year wersquove had at 180Fuse We had over
200 students attend our Fuse events between
October-May Over the course of the year we
enjoyed cotton candy played Messy Games set
new records and had an epic Year End Bash Wersquod
like to take this opportunity to thank the
administration and staff of Dolphin who have
partnered with Global 180 and our 180Fuse
events We have already begun planning for next
year and our kickoff date for the 2018-2019 school
year is tentatively scheduled for Saturday October
13th Please check our website wwwglobal180com
in August for a complete list of dates for the
upcoming school year We look forward to seeing
you all next year
Dolphinrsquos Grade 8 GRADUATION
Please join us on Wednesday
June 27th 2018 at 915 am to
celebrate your childrsquos graduation
from Dolphin Sr PS
See you there
Page 6 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Newsletter
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
NEWS FROM ART DEPARTMENT
VISUAL VOICES ART EXHIBITION AT THE LIVING ARTS CENTRE
Congratulations to Louise amp Angela (80E) Rich
(804) and Kaitlyn (80E) for their outstanding art
being displayed at Living Arts Centre for the Visual
Voices Art Exhibition The artwork can be found in
the Second Floor Art Gallery and will be on display
from May 29-June 21 Please take this opportunity
to see our studentsrsquo work Admission is free
Page 7 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Newsletter
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
On the road againmdashhow to keep your cyclist safe
Here are some tips you can review with your child
to ensure bike season gets off to a great start
The right fit
children should be able to straddle the bike
with both feet on the ground
a bike that is too big or too small can be a safety hazard
the helmet should fitmdashif its too loose it could fall off if its too tight its uncomfortable
Get noticed
a young childs bike should be equipped with a
bell and reflector
older riders should have a light andor reflectors
Follow the rules
no riding on busy streets
no riding at night
stop for all STOP signs
Actions that cause injuries
driveway ride outmdashnot stopping and looking
both ways before entering the street
running the stop sign
turning without warning
cycling in the dark
following the leadermdashone child goes through a stop sign or misses a parked car but the second cyclist doesnt
CONGRATS TO MEMBERS OF PORTFOLIO CLUB Louise Rich Angela
Artwork on display at the Missis-sauga Living Arts Centre from May 29-June 21 Second Floor Gallery
Admission is free Elementary SchoolMessenger Safe
Arrival Attendance Program
Elementary parents are reminded to sign up for a Safe
Arrival account in order to report a childs absence in
a quick and easy manner
Set up your account by going to
goschoolmessengerca and use the same email
address the school has on file for you You can also
download the blue School Messenger App to your
smartphone
If parents prefer not to set up an account the toll-free
number is available for all families 1-855-209-6155
A few things to note with our new system
parents are encouraged to add the 1-855-209-
6155 number to their Contacts (under PDSB or
School Name) so the number can easily be
identified when it calls
this new system will call once per child therefore
if you have three children absent at one time you
will receive three different phone calls
parents who set up an account can choose their
preferences as to which numbers will be called
parents can report Late Arrivals by choosing the
Report an Absence option first then choosing Late
Arrival in the sub-menu
As always parents are encouraged to report absences
in advance to the Safe Arrival system
Summer activities that boost learning
Kindergarten to grade 4
Sorting and stacking ndash Teach classification skills with dinnerware Ask your child to match and stack dishes of similar sizes and shapes Also have your child sort flatware ndash forks with forks spoons with spoons This is like recognizing the shapes of letters and numbers
Comic strip writing ndash Use comic strips to help with writing Cut the segments of a comic strip apart and ask your child to arrange them in order Then ask your child to fill in the words of the characters (orally or in writing)
Float and sink ndash Encourage hypothesizing (guessing) Use several objects ndash soap a dry sock a bottle of shampoo a wet sponge an empty bottle Ask your child which objects will float when dropped into water in a sink or bathtub Then drop the objects in the water one by one to see what happens
Grades 5 to 8
Follow the news ndash As a family choose an important news event to follow for a day or two Ask each person to find as much information on the topic as possible ndash read newspapers look at online news webpages listen to the radio and watch TV news Then talk about what everyone learned
Pro and con what do you think ndash Make a family game of discussing a special issue For example Teenagers should be allowed to vote or There should never be any homework Ask your children to think of all the reasons they can to support their views Then ask them to think of reasons opposing their views Which views are most convincing For variety assign family members to teams and have them prepare their arguments pro and con
Stretch run walk ndash Ask your child to do at least one kind of exercise every day For example run or walk briskly for 10 minutes Walk when possible instead of driving for any distance less than a mile Have your child make a week-long exercise plan Try to think of a modest reward for sticking to the plan and exercise with your child
Let your voice be heard ndash Promote good citizenship Help your child write a letter to the editor of the local newspaper about an issue affecting children ndash for example suggest that a bike path be built near the school or that a city event be planned for youngsters Children are citizens and their ideas are worth hearing
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
Page 8 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Calendar
Summer Well-being
Summer break is around the corner The psychological and physiological benefits of summer are hard to beat
However while summer allows for a break from the routine and structure of the school year for some children
and youth it can be stressful to be away from school So while the stressors change when the last school bell
signals summer they dont disappear
Here at a few tips for summer well-being to keep everyone safe and having fun in the sun
Get outside With longer and warmer days try to spend more time outdoors which increases our vitamin D intake
and allows us more time to exercise and connect with nature A minimum of 60 minutes of daily physical activity is
recommended for all children and youth Healthy body = healthy mind
Always stay hydrated Replace sugary sports drinks amp sodas with water add slices of fresh fruit like strawberries
lemons limes or watermelons to your water for a delicious flavor Staying hydrat-
ed prevents heat related illness symptoms are headache cold sweats exhaustion
nausea andor vomiting and diarrhea
Get plenty of rest During the hot summer heat making sure you get plenty of
rest is important to prevent heat exhaustion While playing outside take frequent
shaded breaks and use sunscreen Getting 8-10 hours of sleep every night is important for recuperation and growth
Wear safety gear Whether you are riding your bike or swimming in a pool always wear the recommended safety
gear Being safe reduces stress for everyone A good rule is that if you are not doing an activity safely you will not be
allowed to do it
Be safe on-line Some students will stay in-touch over the summer primarily on-line Remember that some people
will use electronic media to embarrass harass or threaten their peers When there is cyberbullying occurring
remember to save it report it and block it If the incident is criminal call Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS
(8477)
Constant communication for the win Using open ended questions with children and youth can help identify fears
anxieties and concerns Ask questions like ldquoHow are you feeling about going to summer camprdquo In addition
communicating expectations about what is going to occur during the summer will help to ease transitions Saying ldquoI
am inviting relatives to stay with us in Julyrdquo or saying ldquoYou will need to be in bed by 9 pm on weekdays this summerrdquo
allows children and youth time to adjust to what will occur
Over summer break remember that HELP is always available
Peel Childrenrsquos Centre maintains a Crisis Response Service (247365) if your child is experiencing a serious mental
health problem at 416-410-8615
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
Page 8 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Calendar
Page 9 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Calendar
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1
2
3 4
School Council
meeting amp
presentation
6pm
5 Girls Beach
Volleyball
tournament
Thomas St
6 7 8 Grade 8 Boys
Beach Volleyball
tournament
David Leeder
Wonderland Music
Festival (Choir amp
Snr Band)
9
10 11
Report Card
Writing Day
(no school for
students)
12
Recognition
assembly
(Inclusion
Cooperation)
12 pm
13
14
15
Grade 6 trip to
EZone
Youth Summit
Workshops
(Grade 8)
16
17
18 Track amp Field
Meet
Mini Olympics
Dolphinrsquos Got
Talent (PM)
19 20 21 22 23
24 25 Grade 8 trip to
Wonderland
26 Grade 67
Awards
assembly (AM)
Grad
Rehearsal
27 Grade 8
Graduation
Grade 7 trip to
Cineplex
Classic Bowl
28 Grade 67
dance
Last day of
school for
students
29 PA Day
(no school for
students)
30
Day 2
Day 1 Day 5 Day 2
Day 3 Day 1 Day 5
Day 4
Day 4
Day 4
Day 3
Day 4
Day 1 Day 2
Day 1
Quebec City Tour Trip
Camp Couchiching Trip
Day 2
Day 3
Day 5
Day 5
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
Page 6 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Newsletter
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
NEWS FROM ART DEPARTMENT
VISUAL VOICES ART EXHIBITION AT THE LIVING ARTS CENTRE
Congratulations to Louise amp Angela (80E) Rich
(804) and Kaitlyn (80E) for their outstanding art
being displayed at Living Arts Centre for the Visual
Voices Art Exhibition The artwork can be found in
the Second Floor Art Gallery and will be on display
from May 29-June 21 Please take this opportunity
to see our studentsrsquo work Admission is free
Page 7 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Newsletter
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
On the road againmdashhow to keep your cyclist safe
Here are some tips you can review with your child
to ensure bike season gets off to a great start
The right fit
children should be able to straddle the bike
with both feet on the ground
a bike that is too big or too small can be a safety hazard
the helmet should fitmdashif its too loose it could fall off if its too tight its uncomfortable
Get noticed
a young childs bike should be equipped with a
bell and reflector
older riders should have a light andor reflectors
Follow the rules
no riding on busy streets
no riding at night
stop for all STOP signs
Actions that cause injuries
driveway ride outmdashnot stopping and looking
both ways before entering the street
running the stop sign
turning without warning
cycling in the dark
following the leadermdashone child goes through a stop sign or misses a parked car but the second cyclist doesnt
CONGRATS TO MEMBERS OF PORTFOLIO CLUB Louise Rich Angela
Artwork on display at the Missis-sauga Living Arts Centre from May 29-June 21 Second Floor Gallery
Admission is free Elementary SchoolMessenger Safe
Arrival Attendance Program
Elementary parents are reminded to sign up for a Safe
Arrival account in order to report a childs absence in
a quick and easy manner
Set up your account by going to
goschoolmessengerca and use the same email
address the school has on file for you You can also
download the blue School Messenger App to your
smartphone
If parents prefer not to set up an account the toll-free
number is available for all families 1-855-209-6155
A few things to note with our new system
parents are encouraged to add the 1-855-209-
6155 number to their Contacts (under PDSB or
School Name) so the number can easily be
identified when it calls
this new system will call once per child therefore
if you have three children absent at one time you
will receive three different phone calls
parents who set up an account can choose their
preferences as to which numbers will be called
parents can report Late Arrivals by choosing the
Report an Absence option first then choosing Late
Arrival in the sub-menu
As always parents are encouraged to report absences
in advance to the Safe Arrival system
Summer activities that boost learning
Kindergarten to grade 4
Sorting and stacking ndash Teach classification skills with dinnerware Ask your child to match and stack dishes of similar sizes and shapes Also have your child sort flatware ndash forks with forks spoons with spoons This is like recognizing the shapes of letters and numbers
Comic strip writing ndash Use comic strips to help with writing Cut the segments of a comic strip apart and ask your child to arrange them in order Then ask your child to fill in the words of the characters (orally or in writing)
Float and sink ndash Encourage hypothesizing (guessing) Use several objects ndash soap a dry sock a bottle of shampoo a wet sponge an empty bottle Ask your child which objects will float when dropped into water in a sink or bathtub Then drop the objects in the water one by one to see what happens
Grades 5 to 8
Follow the news ndash As a family choose an important news event to follow for a day or two Ask each person to find as much information on the topic as possible ndash read newspapers look at online news webpages listen to the radio and watch TV news Then talk about what everyone learned
Pro and con what do you think ndash Make a family game of discussing a special issue For example Teenagers should be allowed to vote or There should never be any homework Ask your children to think of all the reasons they can to support their views Then ask them to think of reasons opposing their views Which views are most convincing For variety assign family members to teams and have them prepare their arguments pro and con
Stretch run walk ndash Ask your child to do at least one kind of exercise every day For example run or walk briskly for 10 minutes Walk when possible instead of driving for any distance less than a mile Have your child make a week-long exercise plan Try to think of a modest reward for sticking to the plan and exercise with your child
Let your voice be heard ndash Promote good citizenship Help your child write a letter to the editor of the local newspaper about an issue affecting children ndash for example suggest that a bike path be built near the school or that a city event be planned for youngsters Children are citizens and their ideas are worth hearing
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
Page 8 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Calendar
Summer Well-being
Summer break is around the corner The psychological and physiological benefits of summer are hard to beat
However while summer allows for a break from the routine and structure of the school year for some children
and youth it can be stressful to be away from school So while the stressors change when the last school bell
signals summer they dont disappear
Here at a few tips for summer well-being to keep everyone safe and having fun in the sun
Get outside With longer and warmer days try to spend more time outdoors which increases our vitamin D intake
and allows us more time to exercise and connect with nature A minimum of 60 minutes of daily physical activity is
recommended for all children and youth Healthy body = healthy mind
Always stay hydrated Replace sugary sports drinks amp sodas with water add slices of fresh fruit like strawberries
lemons limes or watermelons to your water for a delicious flavor Staying hydrat-
ed prevents heat related illness symptoms are headache cold sweats exhaustion
nausea andor vomiting and diarrhea
Get plenty of rest During the hot summer heat making sure you get plenty of
rest is important to prevent heat exhaustion While playing outside take frequent
shaded breaks and use sunscreen Getting 8-10 hours of sleep every night is important for recuperation and growth
Wear safety gear Whether you are riding your bike or swimming in a pool always wear the recommended safety
gear Being safe reduces stress for everyone A good rule is that if you are not doing an activity safely you will not be
allowed to do it
Be safe on-line Some students will stay in-touch over the summer primarily on-line Remember that some people
will use electronic media to embarrass harass or threaten their peers When there is cyberbullying occurring
remember to save it report it and block it If the incident is criminal call Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS
(8477)
Constant communication for the win Using open ended questions with children and youth can help identify fears
anxieties and concerns Ask questions like ldquoHow are you feeling about going to summer camprdquo In addition
communicating expectations about what is going to occur during the summer will help to ease transitions Saying ldquoI
am inviting relatives to stay with us in Julyrdquo or saying ldquoYou will need to be in bed by 9 pm on weekdays this summerrdquo
allows children and youth time to adjust to what will occur
Over summer break remember that HELP is always available
Peel Childrenrsquos Centre maintains a Crisis Response Service (247365) if your child is experiencing a serious mental
health problem at 416-410-8615
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
Page 8 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Calendar
Page 9 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Calendar
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1
2
3 4
School Council
meeting amp
presentation
6pm
5 Girls Beach
Volleyball
tournament
Thomas St
6 7 8 Grade 8 Boys
Beach Volleyball
tournament
David Leeder
Wonderland Music
Festival (Choir amp
Snr Band)
9
10 11
Report Card
Writing Day
(no school for
students)
12
Recognition
assembly
(Inclusion
Cooperation)
12 pm
13
14
15
Grade 6 trip to
EZone
Youth Summit
Workshops
(Grade 8)
16
17
18 Track amp Field
Meet
Mini Olympics
Dolphinrsquos Got
Talent (PM)
19 20 21 22 23
24 25 Grade 8 trip to
Wonderland
26 Grade 67
Awards
assembly (AM)
Grad
Rehearsal
27 Grade 8
Graduation
Grade 7 trip to
Cineplex
Classic Bowl
28 Grade 67
dance
Last day of
school for
students
29 PA Day
(no school for
students)
30
Day 2
Day 1 Day 5 Day 2
Day 3 Day 1 Day 5
Day 4
Day 4
Day 4
Day 3
Day 4
Day 1 Day 2
Day 1
Quebec City Tour Trip
Camp Couchiching Trip
Day 2
Day 3
Day 5
Day 5
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
Page 7 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Newsletter
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
On the road againmdashhow to keep your cyclist safe
Here are some tips you can review with your child
to ensure bike season gets off to a great start
The right fit
children should be able to straddle the bike
with both feet on the ground
a bike that is too big or too small can be a safety hazard
the helmet should fitmdashif its too loose it could fall off if its too tight its uncomfortable
Get noticed
a young childs bike should be equipped with a
bell and reflector
older riders should have a light andor reflectors
Follow the rules
no riding on busy streets
no riding at night
stop for all STOP signs
Actions that cause injuries
driveway ride outmdashnot stopping and looking
both ways before entering the street
running the stop sign
turning without warning
cycling in the dark
following the leadermdashone child goes through a stop sign or misses a parked car but the second cyclist doesnt
CONGRATS TO MEMBERS OF PORTFOLIO CLUB Louise Rich Angela
Artwork on display at the Missis-sauga Living Arts Centre from May 29-June 21 Second Floor Gallery
Admission is free Elementary SchoolMessenger Safe
Arrival Attendance Program
Elementary parents are reminded to sign up for a Safe
Arrival account in order to report a childs absence in
a quick and easy manner
Set up your account by going to
goschoolmessengerca and use the same email
address the school has on file for you You can also
download the blue School Messenger App to your
smartphone
If parents prefer not to set up an account the toll-free
number is available for all families 1-855-209-6155
A few things to note with our new system
parents are encouraged to add the 1-855-209-
6155 number to their Contacts (under PDSB or
School Name) so the number can easily be
identified when it calls
this new system will call once per child therefore
if you have three children absent at one time you
will receive three different phone calls
parents who set up an account can choose their
preferences as to which numbers will be called
parents can report Late Arrivals by choosing the
Report an Absence option first then choosing Late
Arrival in the sub-menu
As always parents are encouraged to report absences
in advance to the Safe Arrival system
Summer activities that boost learning
Kindergarten to grade 4
Sorting and stacking ndash Teach classification skills with dinnerware Ask your child to match and stack dishes of similar sizes and shapes Also have your child sort flatware ndash forks with forks spoons with spoons This is like recognizing the shapes of letters and numbers
Comic strip writing ndash Use comic strips to help with writing Cut the segments of a comic strip apart and ask your child to arrange them in order Then ask your child to fill in the words of the characters (orally or in writing)
Float and sink ndash Encourage hypothesizing (guessing) Use several objects ndash soap a dry sock a bottle of shampoo a wet sponge an empty bottle Ask your child which objects will float when dropped into water in a sink or bathtub Then drop the objects in the water one by one to see what happens
Grades 5 to 8
Follow the news ndash As a family choose an important news event to follow for a day or two Ask each person to find as much information on the topic as possible ndash read newspapers look at online news webpages listen to the radio and watch TV news Then talk about what everyone learned
Pro and con what do you think ndash Make a family game of discussing a special issue For example Teenagers should be allowed to vote or There should never be any homework Ask your children to think of all the reasons they can to support their views Then ask them to think of reasons opposing their views Which views are most convincing For variety assign family members to teams and have them prepare their arguments pro and con
Stretch run walk ndash Ask your child to do at least one kind of exercise every day For example run or walk briskly for 10 minutes Walk when possible instead of driving for any distance less than a mile Have your child make a week-long exercise plan Try to think of a modest reward for sticking to the plan and exercise with your child
Let your voice be heard ndash Promote good citizenship Help your child write a letter to the editor of the local newspaper about an issue affecting children ndash for example suggest that a bike path be built near the school or that a city event be planned for youngsters Children are citizens and their ideas are worth hearing
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
Page 8 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Calendar
Summer Well-being
Summer break is around the corner The psychological and physiological benefits of summer are hard to beat
However while summer allows for a break from the routine and structure of the school year for some children
and youth it can be stressful to be away from school So while the stressors change when the last school bell
signals summer they dont disappear
Here at a few tips for summer well-being to keep everyone safe and having fun in the sun
Get outside With longer and warmer days try to spend more time outdoors which increases our vitamin D intake
and allows us more time to exercise and connect with nature A minimum of 60 minutes of daily physical activity is
recommended for all children and youth Healthy body = healthy mind
Always stay hydrated Replace sugary sports drinks amp sodas with water add slices of fresh fruit like strawberries
lemons limes or watermelons to your water for a delicious flavor Staying hydrat-
ed prevents heat related illness symptoms are headache cold sweats exhaustion
nausea andor vomiting and diarrhea
Get plenty of rest During the hot summer heat making sure you get plenty of
rest is important to prevent heat exhaustion While playing outside take frequent
shaded breaks and use sunscreen Getting 8-10 hours of sleep every night is important for recuperation and growth
Wear safety gear Whether you are riding your bike or swimming in a pool always wear the recommended safety
gear Being safe reduces stress for everyone A good rule is that if you are not doing an activity safely you will not be
allowed to do it
Be safe on-line Some students will stay in-touch over the summer primarily on-line Remember that some people
will use electronic media to embarrass harass or threaten their peers When there is cyberbullying occurring
remember to save it report it and block it If the incident is criminal call Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS
(8477)
Constant communication for the win Using open ended questions with children and youth can help identify fears
anxieties and concerns Ask questions like ldquoHow are you feeling about going to summer camprdquo In addition
communicating expectations about what is going to occur during the summer will help to ease transitions Saying ldquoI
am inviting relatives to stay with us in Julyrdquo or saying ldquoYou will need to be in bed by 9 pm on weekdays this summerrdquo
allows children and youth time to adjust to what will occur
Over summer break remember that HELP is always available
Peel Childrenrsquos Centre maintains a Crisis Response Service (247365) if your child is experiencing a serious mental
health problem at 416-410-8615
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
Page 8 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Calendar
Page 9 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Calendar
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1
2
3 4
School Council
meeting amp
presentation
6pm
5 Girls Beach
Volleyball
tournament
Thomas St
6 7 8 Grade 8 Boys
Beach Volleyball
tournament
David Leeder
Wonderland Music
Festival (Choir amp
Snr Band)
9
10 11
Report Card
Writing Day
(no school for
students)
12
Recognition
assembly
(Inclusion
Cooperation)
12 pm
13
14
15
Grade 6 trip to
EZone
Youth Summit
Workshops
(Grade 8)
16
17
18 Track amp Field
Meet
Mini Olympics
Dolphinrsquos Got
Talent (PM)
19 20 21 22 23
24 25 Grade 8 trip to
Wonderland
26 Grade 67
Awards
assembly (AM)
Grad
Rehearsal
27 Grade 8
Graduation
Grade 7 trip to
Cineplex
Classic Bowl
28 Grade 67
dance
Last day of
school for
students
29 PA Day
(no school for
students)
30
Day 2
Day 1 Day 5 Day 2
Day 3 Day 1 Day 5
Day 4
Day 4
Day 4
Day 3
Day 4
Day 1 Day 2
Day 1
Quebec City Tour Trip
Camp Couchiching Trip
Day 2
Day 3
Day 5
Day 5
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
Summer activities that boost learning
Kindergarten to grade 4
Sorting and stacking ndash Teach classification skills with dinnerware Ask your child to match and stack dishes of similar sizes and shapes Also have your child sort flatware ndash forks with forks spoons with spoons This is like recognizing the shapes of letters and numbers
Comic strip writing ndash Use comic strips to help with writing Cut the segments of a comic strip apart and ask your child to arrange them in order Then ask your child to fill in the words of the characters (orally or in writing)
Float and sink ndash Encourage hypothesizing (guessing) Use several objects ndash soap a dry sock a bottle of shampoo a wet sponge an empty bottle Ask your child which objects will float when dropped into water in a sink or bathtub Then drop the objects in the water one by one to see what happens
Grades 5 to 8
Follow the news ndash As a family choose an important news event to follow for a day or two Ask each person to find as much information on the topic as possible ndash read newspapers look at online news webpages listen to the radio and watch TV news Then talk about what everyone learned
Pro and con what do you think ndash Make a family game of discussing a special issue For example Teenagers should be allowed to vote or There should never be any homework Ask your children to think of all the reasons they can to support their views Then ask them to think of reasons opposing their views Which views are most convincing For variety assign family members to teams and have them prepare their arguments pro and con
Stretch run walk ndash Ask your child to do at least one kind of exercise every day For example run or walk briskly for 10 minutes Walk when possible instead of driving for any distance less than a mile Have your child make a week-long exercise plan Try to think of a modest reward for sticking to the plan and exercise with your child
Let your voice be heard ndash Promote good citizenship Help your child write a letter to the editor of the local newspaper about an issue affecting children ndash for example suggest that a bike path be built near the school or that a city event be planned for youngsters Children are citizens and their ideas are worth hearing
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
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Summer Well-being
Summer break is around the corner The psychological and physiological benefits of summer are hard to beat
However while summer allows for a break from the routine and structure of the school year for some children
and youth it can be stressful to be away from school So while the stressors change when the last school bell
signals summer they dont disappear
Here at a few tips for summer well-being to keep everyone safe and having fun in the sun
Get outside With longer and warmer days try to spend more time outdoors which increases our vitamin D intake
and allows us more time to exercise and connect with nature A minimum of 60 minutes of daily physical activity is
recommended for all children and youth Healthy body = healthy mind
Always stay hydrated Replace sugary sports drinks amp sodas with water add slices of fresh fruit like strawberries
lemons limes or watermelons to your water for a delicious flavor Staying hydrat-
ed prevents heat related illness symptoms are headache cold sweats exhaustion
nausea andor vomiting and diarrhea
Get plenty of rest During the hot summer heat making sure you get plenty of
rest is important to prevent heat exhaustion While playing outside take frequent
shaded breaks and use sunscreen Getting 8-10 hours of sleep every night is important for recuperation and growth
Wear safety gear Whether you are riding your bike or swimming in a pool always wear the recommended safety
gear Being safe reduces stress for everyone A good rule is that if you are not doing an activity safely you will not be
allowed to do it
Be safe on-line Some students will stay in-touch over the summer primarily on-line Remember that some people
will use electronic media to embarrass harass or threaten their peers When there is cyberbullying occurring
remember to save it report it and block it If the incident is criminal call Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS
(8477)
Constant communication for the win Using open ended questions with children and youth can help identify fears
anxieties and concerns Ask questions like ldquoHow are you feeling about going to summer camprdquo In addition
communicating expectations about what is going to occur during the summer will help to ease transitions Saying ldquoI
am inviting relatives to stay with us in Julyrdquo or saying ldquoYou will need to be in bed by 9 pm on weekdays this summerrdquo
allows children and youth time to adjust to what will occur
Over summer break remember that HELP is always available
Peel Childrenrsquos Centre maintains a Crisis Response Service (247365) if your child is experiencing a serious mental
health problem at 416-410-8615
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
Page 8 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Calendar
Page 9 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Calendar
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1
2
3 4
School Council
meeting amp
presentation
6pm
5 Girls Beach
Volleyball
tournament
Thomas St
6 7 8 Grade 8 Boys
Beach Volleyball
tournament
David Leeder
Wonderland Music
Festival (Choir amp
Snr Band)
9
10 11
Report Card
Writing Day
(no school for
students)
12
Recognition
assembly
(Inclusion
Cooperation)
12 pm
13
14
15
Grade 6 trip to
EZone
Youth Summit
Workshops
(Grade 8)
16
17
18 Track amp Field
Meet
Mini Olympics
Dolphinrsquos Got
Talent (PM)
19 20 21 22 23
24 25 Grade 8 trip to
Wonderland
26 Grade 67
Awards
assembly (AM)
Grad
Rehearsal
27 Grade 8
Graduation
Grade 7 trip to
Cineplex
Classic Bowl
28 Grade 67
dance
Last day of
school for
students
29 PA Day
(no school for
students)
30
Day 2
Day 1 Day 5 Day 2
Day 3 Day 1 Day 5
Day 4
Day 4
Day 4
Day 3
Day 4
Day 1 Day 2
Day 1
Quebec City Tour Trip
Camp Couchiching Trip
Day 2
Day 3
Day 5
Day 5
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
Summer Well-being
Summer break is around the corner The psychological and physiological benefits of summer are hard to beat
However while summer allows for a break from the routine and structure of the school year for some children
and youth it can be stressful to be away from school So while the stressors change when the last school bell
signals summer they dont disappear
Here at a few tips for summer well-being to keep everyone safe and having fun in the sun
Get outside With longer and warmer days try to spend more time outdoors which increases our vitamin D intake
and allows us more time to exercise and connect with nature A minimum of 60 minutes of daily physical activity is
recommended for all children and youth Healthy body = healthy mind
Always stay hydrated Replace sugary sports drinks amp sodas with water add slices of fresh fruit like strawberries
lemons limes or watermelons to your water for a delicious flavor Staying hydrat-
ed prevents heat related illness symptoms are headache cold sweats exhaustion
nausea andor vomiting and diarrhea
Get plenty of rest During the hot summer heat making sure you get plenty of
rest is important to prevent heat exhaustion While playing outside take frequent
shaded breaks and use sunscreen Getting 8-10 hours of sleep every night is important for recuperation and growth
Wear safety gear Whether you are riding your bike or swimming in a pool always wear the recommended safety
gear Being safe reduces stress for everyone A good rule is that if you are not doing an activity safely you will not be
allowed to do it
Be safe on-line Some students will stay in-touch over the summer primarily on-line Remember that some people
will use electronic media to embarrass harass or threaten their peers When there is cyberbullying occurring
remember to save it report it and block it If the incident is criminal call Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS
(8477)
Constant communication for the win Using open ended questions with children and youth can help identify fears
anxieties and concerns Ask questions like ldquoHow are you feeling about going to summer camprdquo In addition
communicating expectations about what is going to occur during the summer will help to ease transitions Saying ldquoI
am inviting relatives to stay with us in Julyrdquo or saying ldquoYou will need to be in bed by 9 pm on weekdays this summerrdquo
allows children and youth time to adjust to what will occur
Over summer break remember that HELP is always available
Peel Childrenrsquos Centre maintains a Crisis Response Service (247365) if your child is experiencing a serious mental
health problem at 416-410-8615
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
Page 8 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Calendar
Page 9 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Calendar
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1
2
3 4
School Council
meeting amp
presentation
6pm
5 Girls Beach
Volleyball
tournament
Thomas St
6 7 8 Grade 8 Boys
Beach Volleyball
tournament
David Leeder
Wonderland Music
Festival (Choir amp
Snr Band)
9
10 11
Report Card
Writing Day
(no school for
students)
12
Recognition
assembly
(Inclusion
Cooperation)
12 pm
13
14
15
Grade 6 trip to
EZone
Youth Summit
Workshops
(Grade 8)
16
17
18 Track amp Field
Meet
Mini Olympics
Dolphinrsquos Got
Talent (PM)
19 20 21 22 23
24 25 Grade 8 trip to
Wonderland
26 Grade 67
Awards
assembly (AM)
Grad
Rehearsal
27 Grade 8
Graduation
Grade 7 trip to
Cineplex
Classic Bowl
28 Grade 67
dance
Last day of
school for
students
29 PA Day
(no school for
students)
30
Day 2
Day 1 Day 5 Day 2
Day 3 Day 1 Day 5
Day 4
Day 4
Day 4
Day 3
Day 4
Day 1 Day 2
Day 1
Quebec City Tour Trip
Camp Couchiching Trip
Day 2
Day 3
Day 5
Day 5
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE
Page 9 of 9 JUNE 2018 Dolphin Sr PS Calendar
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1
2
3 4
School Council
meeting amp
presentation
6pm
5 Girls Beach
Volleyball
tournament
Thomas St
6 7 8 Grade 8 Boys
Beach Volleyball
tournament
David Leeder
Wonderland Music
Festival (Choir amp
Snr Band)
9
10 11
Report Card
Writing Day
(no school for
students)
12
Recognition
assembly
(Inclusion
Cooperation)
12 pm
13
14
15
Grade 6 trip to
EZone
Youth Summit
Workshops
(Grade 8)
16
17
18 Track amp Field
Meet
Mini Olympics
Dolphinrsquos Got
Talent (PM)
19 20 21 22 23
24 25 Grade 8 trip to
Wonderland
26 Grade 67
Awards
assembly (AM)
Grad
Rehearsal
27 Grade 8
Graduation
Grade 7 trip to
Cineplex
Classic Bowl
28 Grade 67
dance
Last day of
school for
students
29 PA Day
(no school for
students)
30
Day 2
Day 1 Day 5 Day 2
Day 3 Day 1 Day 5
Day 4
Day 4
Day 4
Day 3
Day 4
Day 1 Day 2
Day 1
Quebec City Tour Trip
Camp Couchiching Trip
Day 2
Day 3
Day 5
Day 5
COOPERATE hellip EDUCATE hellip CELEBRATE