What’s Happening at Eardley?
Five more school days until the holidays! Although the holidays bring with them a wave of excitement, it can also bring a wave of stress. People are tired, the weather is not always great, it’s cold, and there is a lot of added financial stress. As we close 2024 and move into the new year, we will be focusing on gratitude. Next week, students and staff will start their day with a prompt to reflect on what they grateful for. I will also share the prompts with you so you can continue the conversation at home. Further, I will be sending out a form with the prompt for you to share what you are grateful for (link below for Monday). On the last day, I will share the Eardley Gratitude responses.
Monday- Who is a person who has had a positive impact on your life?
Tuesday- What is the best quality about someone you really admire?
Wednesday- What is one of the best parts of your life?
Thursday- Where do you feel the most happy and relaxed?
Friday- What is a goal you are proud of? (only available until 12:00pm on Friday)
Registrations for 2025-2026
Registration will begin in early February for Kindergarten 5 students for the 2025-2026 school year. If your child is already attending Eardley, we will send out communication asking you to re-register your child. You may remember signing a form each year. Please note that the kindergarten 4 registration process is completely different. There will be a separate registration sent out for K4.
Winter Wonderland Week
This coming week, we will be celebrating the holidays with a different theme each day. I sent out the flyer last week but please see below for the recap.
Monday, December 16 – Festive Feet
Tuesday, December 17 – Holiday Hat or Hair
Wednesday, December 18 – Holiday Sweater (your most festive or favourite)
Thursday, December 19 – Dress for Joy (Wear what makes you happy)
Friday, December 20 – PJ Day
Home and School
Subway Day will take place December 18. Please see the attached flyer.
Movie Night is postponed due to little interest.
Winter Wear
Please label your child’s winter items. You would be amazed at the number of mitts, hats snow pants and even coats that turn up. If your child’s gear is labelled, we will get it back to them. It is a great way to promote independence and responsibility by teaching your child to put hats and mitts in their sleeve, pocket or bag. Having this routine at home will re-enforce the process here at school, meaning fewer lost items. Since there are 360 students at Eardley, staff cannot ensure that each mitten is securely put away.
Daycare Change-Person Responsible
When we return from holiday’s in January, Linda Morrissette will be replacing Anne Carbonneau as our Daycare Technician. Anne will be off awaiting hip surgery. Should you need to contact the daycare for any reason, Ms. Linda’s email address is lmorrissette@wqsb.qc.ca. Linda has been working in our daycare for many years and has been working closely with Anne in preparation for this change.
PD Day-Daycare
I’d like to remind everyone that there is a PD Day on January 6 and Daycare is CLOSED.
Governing Board
The next Governing Board meeting is December 18.
Mazzola Menu
Attached is the Mazzola menu for January and February.
Should you have any questions or comments, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Julia Horner
Principal
Eardley Elementary School
