John Brant Weekly Update,

Staff Spotlight

Mr. Howell and Mrs. Gobeil would like to recognize the tremendous effort Ms. Baird, our teacher-librarian, put into planning and carrying out a beautiful Remembrance Day assembly. The choir sang three songs, and several students recited poems. All students in Grades 1-8 were respectful throughout and reflective as they viewed the 92 meaningful tributes to various family members of our school community. Many students and staff have reflected on what a meaningful and honourable ceremony it was. Thank you Ms. Baird!

Progress Reports

On Thursday, November 19th, Progress Report information will be coming home for all students.

Kindergarten: Students will bring home the Communication of Learning: Initial Observations report. It gives families an overview of their child's learning so far, early evidence of growth in relation to the overall expectations of the Kindergarten program, and appropriate next steps to further their learning. The report is a starting point for conversations with your child's teacher and supports families' ongoing participation in their child's learning.

Grades 1-8: Families will receive the Elementary Progress Report. Although it looks much like the Report Card, the progress report has a different intent. Its purpose is to share early and specific feedback on your child's development of work habits and learning skills. It is about looking forward and setting a course for the learning journey ahead.

The Progress Report does not include letter grades or percentage marks for academic subjects. Instead, it identifies whether your child is progressing very well, well, or with difficulty. For subjects in which your child is “Progressing with Difficulty,” the teacher will discuss specific next-step plans needed for success.

Parent/Teacher Conferences

Parent/teacher conferences will take place the week of November 23rd, giving you the chance to meet with your child's classroom teacher to discuss their progress. On Monday, November 16th, you will receive an email or note from your child's teacher with available times. Please respond to select a specific time that works for your family. If you have not heard from the teacher by Thursday, November 19, please get in touch with the school.

P.D. Day

Friday, November 27th is a Professional Development day, and there is no school for students. All staff will be engaged in professional development.

Winter Clothing Donation

With the arrival of winter weather, we are looking for donations of new socks, toques, and mitts/gloves for students who come to school without them. If you have any new items to donate, please drop them off at the school or have your child bring them to the office. Thank you!

Edge Imaging School Photo Retakes

Wednesday November 25th, all day.

Grade 8 Families: Greater Fort Erie Secondary School Open House

Greater Fort Erie Secondary School's Open House is on Tuesday, December 1st, from 6 to 8 p.m. Everyone is welcome! We have been told it is an amazing event, with many presentations beginning in the auditorium. We highly recommend you go and check it out!

Sunshine Students

Sunshine Students are students who light up our school by doing outstanding things every single day. Every Friday, Mr. Howell and Mrs. Gobeil will select a few Sunshine Students and call their families together to share the good news. We want their families to know that we see them, we celebrate them, and we think they are truly amazing!

Thank you!

Warm regards,
John Brant School