Edith McDermott Elementary

Dragon Festival of the Arts - May 15 & May 18
2018-05-15 12:30 - 15:00 (America/Toronto)
The Dragon Festival of the Arts is a celebration of our student’s endeavors in writing, painting, building projects, mask-making, music and much more! Classes will be viewing the Art & Writing Exhibit after lunch on Tuesday, May 15, in the gym. They will also view the Upper Intermediate’s “Ancient Civilizations”, as part of the Festival of the Arts.

Parents are very welcome to view the Arts Exhibit from 2:15 to 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 15.

The Dramatic Arts will be showcased at our Talent show on Friday afternoon, May 18, in the gym. Students wanting to perform can sign up in the front hall at noon on Tuesday and Wednesday for auditions that will take place next Monday, May 14, at noon. Students must be prepared with a choreographed routine and appropriate music or props. Each act (song, dance, musical performance, martial arts etc.) must be no longer than two minutes. No more than two performances per class will be selected to participate in the Talent Show. Parents are welcome to attend the talent show on Friday afternoon.

May 16 - Twin Day
2018-05-16
Find a friend or friends and dress as twins for the day!

Dragon Festival of the Arts - May 18
2018-05-18 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Toronto)
The Dramatic Arts will be showcased at our Talent show on Friday afternoon, May 18, in the gym. Students wanting to perform can sign up in the front hall at noon on Tuesday and Wednesday for auditions that will take place next Monday, May 14, at noon. Students must be prepared with a choreographed routine and appropriate music or props. Each act (song, dance, musical performance, martial arts etc.) must be no longer than two minutes. No more than two performances per class will be selected to participate in the Talent Show. Parents are welcome to attend the talent show on Friday afternoon.

Victoria Day
2018-05-21
Statutory holiday. School not in session.

Non-instructional day (district)
2018-05-22, 2018-11-09
School not in session.

PAC meeting Tonight - 6 p.m.
2018-05-28 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Toronto)
Come to the PAC meeting tonight from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the library.

May 29 - Social Media Safety - Parent Presentation - 7 p.m.
2018-05-29 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Toronto)
Learn how to support your child as they traverse social media in a safe manner.
Please RSVP to alan_millar@sd42.ca

June 4 - Primary Cross Country
2018-06-04 09:00 - 14:20 (America/Toronto)
Come cheer on the primary kids as they race!

June 6 Monthly Assembly 1:30 p.m. ** new time**
2018-06-06 13:30 - 14:20 (America/Toronto)
Parents are always most welcome at the monthly assembly!

June 13 - Wacky Hair Day! (moved from June 5)
2018-06-13 08:30 - 14:20 (America/Toronto)
Create your best crazy wacky hair-do and enjoy some laughs!

Sports Day - 12:00 to 2:20 p.m.
2018-06-15 12:00 - 14:20 (America/Toronto)
Come join the fun and cheer on the students during Sports Day!

June 20 - PAC Meeting - 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
2018-06-20 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Toronto)

Year End Assembly - 9:00 a.m.
2018-06-26 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Toronto)
Parents are always welcome!

Last day for students - Noon dismissal
2018-06-27
Last day for students before summer holidays. Noon dismissal.

Year-end administrative day
2018-06-28
Year-end administrative day. School closes for summer holidays.

School Opens! 8:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
2018-09-04
Welcome back! Tuesday, September 4, 8:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Wednesday to Friday – regular hours – 8:30 a.m. to 2:20 p.m.

2018-2019 Welcome Assembly - 9:00 a.m.
2018-09-05 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Vancouver)
Parents are always most welcome to join the fun at our monthly assemblies!

Sept. 18 - PAC Meeting - 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
2018-09-18 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Vancouver)
Come to the PAC Meeting from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. tonight!

Sept. 20 - Open House 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
2018-09-20 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Vancouver)
Come check out the school and meet the staff!

Sept. 21 - PAC Welcome Back Movie Night - 7:15 p.m.
2018-09-21 19:15 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver)
More details to follow!

Non-instructional day (curriculum implementation)
2018-09-24

Terry Fox Run!
2018-09-27 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Vancouver)
The tradition continues … Terry Fox is still making a difference in the fight against cancer!

Individual Photo Day - Wear a Smile (but don't wear Green)
2018-09-28 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Vancouver)
Individual Photo Day. Green clothing does not work against the photo back drop.

Orange T-Shirt Day - In the Spirit of Truth and Reconciliation
2018-10-01 10:30 - 11:00 (America/Vancouver)
In the Spirit of Truth and Reconciliation, we are having a special assembly at 10:30 a.m.
See the September 2018 Newsletter for more details about Orange Shirt Day.

Thanksgiving Day
2018-10-08

Thursday - October 18 - PJ Day - 1:30 p.m. Reading Camp Out
2018-10-18 08:30 - 14:20 (America/Vancouver)
Join the fun in your favourite PJ’s! Bring a book, a blankie and a flashlight … the lights will be low, as we enjoy reading for fun in a camp out atmosphere in the gym.

Non-instructional day (province-wide)
2018-10-19

Celebrating the Terry Fox Donation Drive - 1:30 p.m. October 22
2018-10-22 13:30 - 14:20 (America/Vancouver)
Come join us for this special assembly as we celebrate our school’s success in raising over $2000!!!
Mr. Millar is very ready to have his beard shaved and a lovely pie to the face!
Thanks very much to all of you for your outstanding generousity and support for Terry Fox and Cancer Research.
We will gladly continue to accept your donations up to and including October 22.

Thursday, Nov. 8 - 8:45 a.m. Remembrance Day Assembly
2018-11-08 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Vancouver)
Come join us in showing our respect and remembrance for all Veterans.
