| SCDSB partners with Dell and Staples to provide affordable technology options | http://jon.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/board-news/74 | SCDSB partners with Dell and Staples to provide affordable technology options | <p>The Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) is excited to announce two partnerships for the 2017-18 school year. The SCDSB has worked with Dell Canada and Staples to provide affordable options for families considering a technology purchase. Both programs are approved by the SCDSB.<br><br>Information about both programs, including product details and how to order, is available below. If you have questions about the programs, please contact either a Dell Education Advisor or your nearest Staples store, as appropriate.<br><br><a href="http://scdsb.on.ca/About%20Us/News%20Documents/SimcoeCountyDSB-Dell%20BYOD_June2017.pdf">Dell Canada BYOD program letter</a><br><a href="http://scdsb.on.ca/About%20Us/News%20Documents/StaplesSchoolToolsBYOD_SimcoeLetter_EN2.pdf">Staples BYOD program letter</a><br> <br></p> | | | |
| BOOK FAIR - JUNE 6 -13 | http://jon.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/school-news/62 | BOOK FAIR - JUNE 6 -13 | | | | |
| End of Year STEAM Fun Fair | http://jon.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/school-news/63 | End of Year STEAM Fun Fair | <p style="text-align:center;"><strong class="ms-rteFontSize-4">Thursday June 8th, 2017 4-7:30 at Johnson Street</strong></p><p style="text-align:center;"><strong class="ms-rteFontSize-4">$5 per child</strong></p><p>Hotdogs and Sausages, Snowcones and Baked Goods are available for purchase!</p><p>Help us to enhance our Athletics at JSPS!</p><p>Amazing Silent Auction table with local, art, outdoor, nature-based, lego and media camp passes, gift baskets, stuff for house and home, moms and dads (think yoga, massage, and golf passes!) as well as family passes for outdoor experiences in Barrie and birthday party packages from local companies!</p><p>Tons of games, activities, presenters and interactive ECO/STEAM themed games!</p><p>Thank you to our sponsors:</p><p><strong> City of Barrie Barrie, 93.1 Fresh Radio, Barrie Public Library, Georgian College, Lion's Club, Fox's Deli, Paul Baker from Event Water Solutions in Orillia, MEC (Barrie), Ethnoenergy, Barrie Bubble Soccer, Tonka Trucks, The City of Barrie Fire Department, Tim Lintick – Century 21 BJ Roth Limited, Hyperlight Electrical and more pouring in everyday!</strong></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p> | | | |
| Ministry of Education seeks online engagement regarding implementation of First Nations, Métis and Inuit Education Policy Framework | http://jon.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/board-news/72 | Ministry of Education seeks online engagement regarding implementation of First Nations, Métis and Inuit Education Policy Framework | <div>The Ontario Ministry of Education is working with researchers to gather feedback and input to inform the development of the Third Progress Report on the implementation of the First Nations, Métis and Inuit Education Policy Framework. <br><br>Students, parents/guardians and families, teaching and nonteaching staff, Indigenous communities, organizations and partners, and school boards are invited to participate in an online survey and/or online focus groups to capture successes and help to identify promising practices and opportunities to provide further support to enhance the achievement and well-being of Indigenous students. <br><br>Third Progress Report - <a href="https://sondages.outsidesoft.com/Engine/Default.aspx?surveyID=6A64A645-0C53-4CFF-9495-6E1A5E830F36">English survey</a></div><div>Troisième Rapport D’Étape - <a href="https://sondages.outsidesoft.com/Engine/Default.aspx?surveyID=6A64A645-0C53-4CFF-9495-6E1A5E830F36&idlang=FR">French survey</a> <br><br></div><div>It is important to note that:</div><div><ul><li>Participation in this survey is voluntary. </li><li>This survey is confidential. That means that all answers will be combined anonymously (without any identifying information) with the answers received from other participants. No one who sees the answers will be able to link them to any individual person. </li><li>Anyone can stop doing this survey at any time without any repercussions.</li></ul></div><div>All stakeholders are invited to participate in the online focus groups. To participate, RSVP to thirdprogressreport@gmail.com indicating which session you would like to attend. Please note that while we will make efforts to accommodate everyone spaces are limited to 10-12 people per session on a first come, first served basis. <br><br></div><div><table cellspacing="0" width="100%" class="ms-rteTable-default"><tbody><tr><td class="ms-rteTable-default" style="width:25%;"><strong>Students</strong></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default" style="width:25%;"><strong>Parents/Guardians</strong></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default" style="width:25%;"><strong>Teaching/Non-Teaching Staff</strong></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default" style="width:25%;"><strong>Indigenous Organizations & Partners</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p style="text-align:center;">Tuesday, May 23 </p><p style="text-align:center;">8-9pm EST (English)</p></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p style="text-align:center;">Monday, June 12 7:30-8:30 pm EST</p><p style="text-align:center;">(English)</p></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p style="text-align:center;">Thursday, May 25 6-7pm EST</p><p style="text-align:center;">(English)</p></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p style="text-align:center;">Thursday, June 1 2-3pm EST</p><p style="text-align:center;">(English)</p></td></tr><tr><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p style="text-align:center;">Thursday, June 1 7-8pm EST</p><p style="text-align:center;">(English)</p></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p style="text-align:center;">Thursday, June 15 7-8 pm EST</p><p style="text-align:center;">(English)</p></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p style="text-align:center;">Thursday, June 1</p><p style="text-align:center;">7-8pm EST</p><p style="text-align:center;">(English)</p></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p style="text-align:center;">Friday, June 2</p><p style="text-align:center;">2-3pm EST</p><p style="text-align:center;">(English)</p></td></tr><tr><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p style="text-align:center;">Monday, June 19 7-8pm EST</p><p style="text-align:center;">(English)</p></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p style="text-align:center;">Wednesday, June 21</p><p style="text-align:center;">7-8pm EST</p><p style="text-align:center;">(English)</p></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p style="text-align:center;">Thursday, June 15 7-8 pm EST</p><p style="text-align:center;">(English)</p></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p style="text-align:center;">Thursday, June 8 2-3pm EST</p><p style="text-align:center;">(English)</p></td></tr><tr><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p style="text-align:center;">Monday, June 19 7-8pm EST</p><p style="text-align:center;"> (French)</p></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p style="text-align:center;">Monday, June 26</p><p style="text-align:center;">7-8pm EST</p><p style="text-align:center;">(French)</p></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p style="text-align:center;">Tuesday, June 20</p><p style="text-align:center;">7-8 pm EST</p><p style="text-align:center;">(French)</p></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p style="text-align:center;">Tuesday, June 27</p><p style="text-align:center;">7-8 pm EST</p><p style="text-align:center;">(French)</p></td></tr></tbody></table><br></div><div><br></div><div>The Indigenous Education Office of the Ministry of Education would be pleased to respond to any questions you may have regarding the process of engagement and data collection to inform the development of the Third Progress Report. Please send any questions directly to Jennifer Feasby, Manager Education Policy and Programs Unit (Jennifer.Feasby@ontario.ca).<br><br><br></div><div><br></div> | | | |
| Netflix series 13 Reasons Why – information for parents/guardians | http://jon.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/board-news/71 | Netflix series 13 Reasons Why – information for parents/guardians | <div>Recently there has been significant media coverage of the Netflix series 13 Reasons Why. The show is a fictional account of one teen’s suicide and the factors leading to it. <br><br>The Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) has advised staff that they are not to use the series as a teaching tool. This decision is based upon the advice of mental health professionals from across the province, who have stated that the material is graphic and potentially triggering for vulnerable young people. While the themes in this series may not pose a risk or potential harm to most students, for those struggling with mental health issues and/or suicide ideation, this series includes graphic content, glamourizes suicidal behaviours and portrays helpers (school guidance counsellors) in a negative way. <br><br>We recognize that your children may watch the series on their own. If they do, we encourage you to talk with them about their thoughts and feelings. The SCDSB has supports in place for students and staff, and there are many community resources you can access as well. More information and contact details are available on the <a href="http://www.scdsb.on.ca/Programs/Safe-and-Healthy-Schools/Pages/Mental-Health.aspx">SCDSB website</a>. <br><br>The National Association of School Psychologists has also developed <a href="http://www.nasponline.org/resources-and-publications/resources/school-safety-and-crisis/preventing-youth-suicide/13-reasons-why-netflix-series-considerations-for-educators">information regarding the series</a>. You may also find this helpful in discussions with your children about suicide and mental health. <br><br>If you have questions or concerns please contact your principal.</div><div><br></div> | | | |
| SCHOOL PREVENTIVE DENTAL CLINICS | http://jon.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/school-news/61 | SCHOOL PREVENTIVE DENTAL CLINICS | <p style="text-align:justify;"><strong>SCHOOL PREVENTIVE DENTAL CLINICS – </strong><strong><em>free of charge</em></strong></p><p style="text-align:justify;">The Oral Health team of the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit has completed their dental screenings, and your child may be eligible for a <span style="text-decoration:underline;">FREE</span> preventive program through the Health Unit's Healthy Smiles Ontario program. <strong>Check your child's backpack or agenda for our papers!</strong> A <strong>yellow</strong> consent form, and attached to a Healthy Smiles Ontario (HSO-PSO) application form may have been sent home with your child. These <strong>FREE</strong> preventive service(s) are offered to children whose oral health would greatly benefit from the <strong>preventive service(s).</strong><strong> </strong><strong><em> </em></strong></p><p style="text-align:justify;"><strong>PARENTS, please complete, sign/date and return the HSO-PSO application form PLUS the yellow consent form, and return to the Health Unit by </strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;"><strong>mail</strong></span><strong> (postage paid envelope was attached) or </strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;"><strong>fax</strong></span><strong>.</strong><strong> </strong></p><p style="text-align:justify;">These services will be completed at a later date, pending a sufficient response to hold the preventive clinic at the school. </p><p style="text-align:justify;">Should you have any questions, or require further information, call 705-721-7520, ext. 8804, or toll free 1-877-721-7520. THANK-YOU!</p><h1 style="text-align:left;"> </h1> | | | |
| Water Bottles-available in the office! | http://jon.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/school-news/59 | Water Bottles-available in the office! | <p>At JSPS we are learning about water conservation and Reduce/Reuse/Recycle ...... think before you drink! <strong>We encourage the use of refillable water bottles. In the office, JSPS Jet stainless steel water bottles are avialable. They have a handy place for student names! The cost is $10.00</strong>. SAVE OUR EARTH!</p> | | | |