Edith McDermott Elementary

Spring break
2018-03-17 - 2018-03-23
School not in session. School reopens March 26, 2018, after spring break

School reopens after spring break
2018-03-26
School reopens after spring break.

PAC meeting Tonight - 6 p.m.
2018-03-26 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Toronto)
Come to the PAC meeting tonight in the library from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Good Friday
2018-03-30
Statutory holiday. School not in session.

Easter Monday
2018-04-02

April 4 - 1:30 p.m. **new time** Monthly Assembly
2018-04-04 13:30 - 14:20 (America/Toronto)
Parents are always most welcome to attend the monthly assembly!

PAC meeting Today - 1 p.m.
2018-04-16 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Toronto)
Come to the PAC meeting today in the library from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Friday, April 27 - Jump Rope for Heart
2018-04-23 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Toronto)
Jump rope for Heart and Stroke – kids helping kids – fundraise online jumpropeforheart.ca

Thursday - April 26 - School Public Speaking 9:00 a.m.
2018-04-26 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Toronto)

Non-instructional day (school-based)
2018-04-30
School not in session.

May 2 - 9:00 a.m. - Monthly Assembly
2018-05-02 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Toronto)
Parents are always most welcome at the Monthly Assembly – come join us!

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

Non-instructional day (district)
2018-05-22

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!
