The Grove
Key Dates
October/November Swim Schedule
Day for Truth & Reconciliation
Ms. Andrea Taylor
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What a busy and successful start to the new school year at Newton’s Grove! Thank you for your continued support as we dive into another exciting year
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I am grateful to be part of such a warm and welcoming community, where our staff, parents, and students embody the values of collaboration and gratefulness
As we move forward, we remain committed to providing a quality education and fostering a supportive environment where every student can thrive Embracing challenges and learning from mistakes are key to long-term success
We’re excited for what’s ahead and appreciate your trust and involvement Let’s make this an incredible year for all our students and the entire Newton’s Grove community!
key dates
tuesday, OCT 1st
#1 Uniform / Blazer Day and Swimming Begins for Grades 2, 3,and5
friday, oct 4th
SwimmingBeginsforJK/SK,1,and4
saturday, oct 5th
World Teacher’s Day is an international event held annually on October 5 to celebrate the work of teachers Let’s join in honouring our teachers at Newton’s Grove (Friday, October 4)!
monday, oct 7th
PictureDay(#1Uniformforallgrades)
friday, oct 11th
MichelleTempleWalkathon
monday, oct 14th
NOSCHOOL–ThanksgivingDay
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tuesday, oct 15th
WinterUniformsBegin fri, oct 18th
FashionFriday
thu, oct 31st
Halloween Dress Up Day / Junior +MiddleSchoolActivities
Making a Splash in Junior School: October / November Swim Schedul
Starting in October, we will begin our swimming lessons at the Malton Community Centre Grades 2, 3, and 5 will have their sessions on Tuesdays, while JK/SK, Grade 1, and Grade 4 will swim on Fridays Please remind students to bring all necessary swimming essentials, such as swimwear, pool shoes, goggles, undergarments, and towels to school on swimming days For any swimming inquiries, please contact Mr Ryan Penner, our Athletics Coordinator, at rpenner@newtonsgroveschoolcom
MAKING A SPLASH (CONT’D)
GRADES 2, 3 & 5
TUESDAYS
SESSION 1: 1ST OCT
SESSION 2: 15TH OCT
SESSION 3: 22ND OCT
SESSION 4: 29TH OCT
GRADES JK, SK, 1 & 4
FRIDAYS
SESSION 1: 4TH OCT
SESSION 2: 18TH OCT
SESSION 3: 25TH OCT
SESSION 4: 1ST NOV
Recognizing Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
On September 30, Newton’s Grove School will observe Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. This day honours Indigenous communities across the country; and recognizes the difficult legacy of Residential Schools and their impact on Indigenous communities, emphasizing that every child matters We encourage all staff and students to wear orange in solidarity In preparation, classrooms will engage in several activities Students will participate in Orange Shirt Day art projects, decorating shirts and feathers while exploring the day’s significance through Phyllis’s Orange Shirt by Phyllis Webstad
They will also create reconciliation posters, highlighting themes such as preserving Indigenous cultures and supporting community healing. On September 30th, our whole school assembly will include moments of reflection, learning, and finding ways to honour the 94 Calls to Action. We are proud of our community’s demonstrated compassion and understanding, we encourage all our families to continue these important conversations at home as we progress toward reconciliation
Meet Ms. Andrea Taylor
This year, we are excited to introduce a new feature to our Junior School newsletter: Specialist Spotlight! Each month, we’ll highlight one of our talented specialist teachers to help you get to know them better. For September, we’re thrilled to shine the spotlight on Ms. Taylor, our fabulous STEM Teacher! Ms. Taylor has been a dedicated STEM teacher at Newton’s Grove School for many years, proudly connecting students with technology since the days of Windows 98! She’s passionate about using technology to enhance learning and is excited about advancements like predictive AI that foster creativity and innovation. “Their eagerness to tackle challenges is contagious, and it’s rewarding to see them grow, in terms of their skills and confidence,” says Ms Taylor
fun fact
I’ve
been playing Pokemon Go since 2016. Some may roll their eyes, but your kids think I’m cool!
One of Ms Taylor’s favourite projects is a fun Greek Mythology assignment with her Grade 4s Each student is ‘chosen’ by a Greek god, researches them, and creates a PowerPoint, uncovering their god's wild family tree! Then, they team up to build temples with TinkerCad and Lego, testing them on a shake table. She is so excited to see what the 4s will do this year!
from Ms Taylor
As a STEM teacher and as a parent, Ms. Taylor advises fostering curiosity and exploration at home “Let them explore, make mistakes, and discover their passions in fields like coding, robotics, and digital art. Your support and encouragement will go a long way in fueling their passion for technology!”
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Compassion & Gratitude
