[FAIRWOOD FLYER] Week of February 4 th February 8 th Day & Date Day What s Happening Term 2 Begins - New Agendas ($2.00) Mon. February 5 th 4 Tues. February 6 th 5 Lunar New Year Community Classes Bowling Wed. February 7 th 1 Winter Walk Day Thurs. February 8 th 2 Pizza Lunch Fri. February 9 th 3 lunch Please continue to check our school website for updates: http://www.yrdsb.ca/schools/fairwood.ps Winter Fun Day Rescheduled to Monday, February 25th! Unfortunately, the freezing winter temperatures and wind chill required us to postpone the winter electives. Luckily, we have been able to reschedule snowboarding, skiing and tubing for students in Grade 4-8 on Monday, February 25 th. Parents, if you are still able to volunteer could you please send an email to Mrs. Maar ( jill.maar@yrdsb.ca). Thank you very much to everyone for their flexibility and support! Save the Dates! E.Q.A.O. Assessment EQAO will be taking place this year from May 19 th to June 1 st, 2019. Children in grades 3 and 6 will be participating in the Education Quality and Accountability Office s (EQAO) Assessment of Reading, Writing and Mathematics. In one-hour sessions, students will complete a variety of assessment activities designed to allow them to demonstrate their skills and knowledge relating to reading, writing and mathematics as described in The Ontario Curriculum Expectations. This assessment provides us with valuable information about the progress of our students. It is important that all students are in attendance on these days. If you are booking medical/dental appointments for your child, please avoid these two weeks. We thank you for your support. EQAO information sessions will be held in early March for interested parents. We will share test examples of test questions, answer questions and share strategies for support and test preparation. Respect ~ Responsibility ~ Honesty ~ Empathy ~ Fairness ~ Initiative ~ Perseverance ~ Integrity ~ Courage ~ Optimism
[FAIRWOOD FLYER] Week of February 4 th February 8 th Flu Season Unfortunately, there have been a number of students and staff that have been feeling ill over the past few weeks. If you suspect that your child/ren are not feeling well, has a fever, or is nauseous, please keep them home until they are symptom free. Public Health information is also attached for your information. Moving? Are you moving before next September? If so, please let us know as soon as possible. We are currently projecting our student enrolment for September 2019. These numbers help us plan for sufficient staff and support personnel. It is important that we know as soon as possible if you are planning to leave the Fairwood Public School community before September. Please call our office with any information: 905-476-5447. Grade 8 Fundraising for Graduation 2019 Pink Shirt Day Wednesday, February 27 th On February 27, 2019, we encourage everyone to practice kindness and wear pink to symbolize that you do not tolerate bullying.it originated in Canada and is celebrated on various dates around the world. Wednesday, February 28 th Morning and Lunch Recess Cupcakes will be $1.00 each If you would like your child/ren to have an official shirt, please complete the order form attached and return it to the office no later than Wednesday, February 6 th. Thank you for your ongoing support! Jill Maar Derek Totten Pat Best Diane Carlson Principal Vice Principal Admin Assistant Admin Assistant Respect ~ Responsibility ~ Honesty ~ Empathy ~ Fairness ~ Initiative ~ Perseverance ~ Integrity ~ Courage ~ Optimism
2019 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 1 Day 0 2 3 4 Day 4 5 Day 5 6 Day 1 7 Day 2 8 Day 3 9 Term 2 Begins Lunar New Year 10 11 Day 4 12 Day 5 17 18 FAMILY DAY MADD Presentation Gr. 7&8 13 Day 1 Addiction Services Presentation Gr. 7 &8 Pizza Day 14 Day 2 Hoops for Heart Gr. 5-8 Report Cards Home Trails Gr. 7 Pizza Day School Council 6:30-8:00 pm 19 Day 4 20 Day 5 21 Day 1 Pizza Day Girls Basketball Tournament @ Sutton H.S 15 Day 3 lunch Jump Rope for Gr. K-4 22 Day 2 lunch 16 23 Gem Movie Night 6:30 pm 24 Remembrance Day Legion Awards Ceremony 25 Day 3 *Rescheduled* Winter Electives Gr. 4-8 only Skiing, Snowing, Tubing only 26 Day 4 27 Day 5 Canada Pink Shirt Day Character Assembly- Initiative & Honour Roll (2:00 pm) 28 Day 1 Cupcake Sale Boys Basketball Tournament @ Sutton H.S.
INFLUENZA (FLU) AND INFLUENZA VACCINE What is influenza? Influenza, commonly known as the flu, is a serious respiratory infection caused by influenza A and B viruses. It spreads quickly and easily from person to person and occurs each year in the late fall and winter months. What are symptoms of the flu? Symptoms of the flu are more severe than just the common cold and often include: High fever Chills Cough Sore throat Runny nose Muscle aches Headache Loss of appetite Fatigue Nausea, vomiting and diarrhea may also occur in children. Most people recover from the flu within a week to ten days, but some including people 65 years of age and older, pregnant women and, people with chronic health conditions (e.g., asthma, heart disease, diabetes, and others) are at greater risk of developing severe health problems such as pneumonia when ill with the flu that may require hospital care. How does the flu spread? The flu easily spreads from person to person through coughing and sneezing (when droplets containing the flu virus are released into the air then land on to the face, mouth, and eyes of another person). It also spreads through touching surfaces, unwashed hands, or objects such as phones and toys that have been contaminated by the influenza virus and then touching your face, mouth, or eyes. Adults infected with the flu can infect other people one day before they even have symptoms and up to five days after becoming sick. Children and people with weakened immune systems may be able to spread the virus for even longer than that. PUBLIC HEALTH 1-877-464-9675 TTY 1-866-512-6228 york.ca/flu
How can the flu be avoided? Get the flu shot every year. Flu shots are available in participating pharmacies, health care provider s offices, and through York Region Public Health. Wash your hands well and often with soap and warm water for at least 15 seconds. If soap and water are unavailable, use an alcohol based hand sanitizer Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze and throw the tissue out immediately. Wash your hands afterwards. Cough in your upper sleeve if you don t have a tissue Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth Stay home when you re sick Clean (and disinfect) surfaces and shared items Be sure to eat healthy, keeping active, and getting plenty of sleep to keep your immune system strong. Who should get the flu vaccine? The flu vaccine, commonly known as the flu shot, is recommended for all individuals six months of age and older that live, work or go to school in York Region. It is a safe and effective vaccine that is available in participating pharmacies, health care provider s offices, medical walk-in clinics and through York Region Public Health. Who is at high risk in getting the flu? Individuals who are at high risk of developing complications from the flu and for whom the flu vaccine is especially important, includes: Pregnant women (the vaccine is safe in pregnancy) People who are residents of nursing homes or other chronic care facilities People 65 years of age and older All children six months of age to five years of age Indigenous peoples Adults or children with chronic health conditions (e.g., asthma, heart disease, diabetes, and others) Those who live with or have close contact with the high risk groups listed above are a priority for getting the flu shot since they can spread the flu to high risk people. They include: Those that live with people at high risk of flu-related complications Health care workers and other care providers in facilities and community settings Persons who provide care to children less than five years of age Individuals who provide services with a closed or relatively closed setting to persons at high risk (e.g., crew on a ship) 2
The Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care also recommends swine and poultry industry workers receive the annual flu shot as early as possible. Facts about the seasonal flu vaccine The flu vaccine is a safe and effective way to protect you, your family and those around you from getting the flu The flu vaccine available for children six months and older will protect against four strains of flu viruses expected to spread during the current flu season There are different types of flu vaccine available, that depend on your age and medical conditions An alternate flu vaccine is available for adults 65 years of age and older which includes a high dose vaccine that will protect against three strains of flu viruses. Speak to your health care provider for more information. Note: This high dose vaccine will not be available at your local pharmacy People allergic to eggs can receive the flu vaccine Flu vaccine effectiveness can change from year to year. During years when there is a good match between the flu vaccine and circulating viruses, the flu vaccine can prevent the flu in up to 60 per cent of the overall population. In years where the vaccine is less effective at preventing the flu, it still works well to lower the risk of serious complications (like pneumonia) for people who get infected with the flu The influenza vaccine cannot cause the flu It is important to get the flu shot as early as possible as it takes nearly two weeks for the influenza vaccine to take full effect. What are the possible side effects from flu vaccine? Most people will not have any side effects. Some people may experience soreness, redness or swelling at the injection site, fever or muscle aches. These symptoms are usually mild and will go away in a few days. Serious side effects are very rare. If an allergic reaction is going to occur, it may happen within several minutes to several hours of receiving the flu shot. You should stay at the clinic for 15 minutes after getting the flu vaccine so the nurse can watch for any immediate signs of a reaction. Is there any treatment for the flu? In some situations, antiviral medications might be prescribed by your health care provider. These help to reduce the duration and severity of illness by one to two days if started within 48 hours after becoming sick. For more information about flu and flu vaccine, visit york.ca/flu. 3
Dear families and friends of Fairwood Public School This year, our school is participating in Red Cross Pink Day on Wednesday, February 27- Red Cross Pink Day is an initiative that provides students, staff and the community with the opportunity to discuss the impact of bullying behaviour and how we can all use our power to help create a safe and respectful school environment. To learn more about Pink Day, visit redcross.ca/pink. Students and staff are invited to order a Pink Day shirt to wear on Pink Day to show they believe actions have impacts and their commitment to make their actions bold in the face of bullying behaviour. Please complete and return the order form below by Wednesday, February 6th. Thank you for your support, Jill Maar Please detach the form below and return with payment to your child s teacher by Wed., February 6th. RED CROSS PINK DAY SHIRT ORDER FORM Student s name: Grade / Class: Total number of shirts ordered: Total amount enclosed: Size Body Width Full Body Length Youth XS 16" 20.5" s 17 22" M 18" 23.5" L 19" 25" Quantity XL 20 26.5" Adult I S 18 28" M 20 29" L 22 30" XL 24 31" 2X 26 32 ' 3X 28 33 Canadian Red Cross Pink Day 2019 - School Resource Guide 6