Good Afternoon,
Should we have cell phones in school?
We as a school community have been struggling with whether the students in Learning Expeditions should use their cell phones during class time. I know that this question comes up time and time again. I wanted to just let everyone know that cell phones are part of our everyday life and we as a school community know that kids rely on their phones. I wanted to be sure that everyone knew the rule of the phones so that we are all on the same page and can support the kids in learning digital responsibility.
The students are more than welcome to have their phones on during the day but can only use them during the breaks (unless there is a specific plan for the student to text home). If the teacher sees the phone out during class they will ask them to put it away. If the student puts the phone away then all is good. If the child does not put the phone away or chooses to bring it out again then the phone comes to the office. My job is to call the parent and ask that they come to the school and pick up the phone.
If we could all support this process then the kids won’t be getting into trouble being distracted by their phones while they are in class.
Please don’t hesitate to call the school and ask any questions about the phone and this rule in the school. We all think it’s important that children focus on their learning not on MineCraft. Thank you for your cooperation.
NOV 22-26
ALICE LAKE TRIP – Ms. Kathleen’s class will head to the longhouse on Wednesday, November 24th at 9:30 am – 2:00pm, to take part in the first step in making traditional wood burnt spoons.
NEUFELD FARMS FUNDRAISER PICK UP is on Wednesday, November 24th at 2:30pm in the School Parking lot.
REPORT CARDS for grade 10 students will be uploaded to the Parent Portal on Friday, November 26th. Your child will be reminded of how to log into the portal to access their report card. If you would like to access the family portal and require assistance, please do not hesitate to contact the office.
NOV 29 – DEC 3
WRITING DAY will take place on Friday, December 3rd from 1:45pm – 3:00pm. Cultural Journeys students will have the opportunity to write and mail letters to Santa or they can use the time to write cards to family members and friends. We will provide writing paper and hot chocolate for students. Families are welcome to join the fun in the gym or Learning Expeditions students will be on hand to help out.
COMMUNITY INFORMATION
CHRISTMAS COMMUNITY CARE – We will be collecting donations for Christmas Community Care from November 22 – December 10th. Please find more information on the attached poster. If you feel that your family could benefit from a Christmas Community Care Basket, please pick up an application form the office. Applications are due on November 19th, 2021.
BABYSITTING COURSE will be held on Nov 27th from 09:30 to 4:00 PM at the Sandman Hotel, Squamish. This program is for interested students that are 11 and older. The cost is $75 and you will need to bring a sport helmet, any kind will do, an extra long sleeve shirt, a spoon, pencil, face mask, snacks, lunch and water. Payment or any questions can be sent to [email protected].
IN THE KNOW SESSION - BEYOND BEHAVIOUR: WHEN IS IT MORE? WHAT DOES IT LOOK LIKE FOR AGES 13+
Why can it feel so tricky to tell if our kids are on track, going through a phase, as opposed to struggling with something more, or beyond behaviours? In this video conversation, a parent and a counsellor talk about the developmental stages of children who are 13 years or older.
The meeting will take place over zoom on Monday, November 22nd at 6:30pm. The group will watch the webinar together, with a facilitated discussion afterwards. To sign up, please follow this link: Beyond Behaviour Registration
Have a wonderful weekend.
Regards,
Colleen
I am honoured to be working on the Traditional Territory of the Sḵwxwú7mesh, Úxwumixw and St’át’yemc Nations.
Colleen DeVeyrac
Principal
St’a7mes School - Cultural Journeys & Learning Expeditions
School District #48
604-892-5904
https://www.sd48stawamus.org/