Principal’s Message: Every Child Matters

On September 30th Maywood students and staff will be wearing orange to recognize and remember those who attended residential schools. It is an opportunity for us to learn more about the history of residential schools, the survivors and their families and how every child matters. We will be listening to Phyllis’ story and how she had her orange shirt taken away on her first day at residential school. We will learn about the ways in which culture and tradition were taken away from Indigenous people and the ways in which we can move forward together in our ongoing journey of reconciliation. Thank you for talking with your child about Orange Shirt Day. For more information, please go to: https://burnabyschools.ca/blog/orange-shirt-day-builidng-understanding-and-awareness/

Welcoming Conversations: Thank you to the parents and families who were able to connect with the teachers last week. It’s important to start the school year with a strong home-school connection. The information you share about your child helps our teachers in planning engaging programs for them. If you have not connected with your child’s teacher, please contact them at 604-296-9022.

Westcoast Recess: At Maywood, students will be going out to play, learn and connect with peers for at least 45 minutes every day rain or shine. Please make sure that they are dressed for the weather. Students will need waterproof boots, coats and umbrellas. On sunny days, they need layers, sunscreen and a bottle of water. If you are in need of rain gear, please contact Julie Tadd for support.

Ms. Yamamoto

4567 Imperial Street

Burnaby, BC V5J 1B7

School Newsletter #2—October, 2020 PHONE: 604-296-9022

Website: https://maywood.burnabyschools.ca Twitter: @maywoodsd41

Picture Day will be on Friday, October 16th There will be new health and safety protocols. Physical distancing, no props, standing poses only. After Picture Day, order pictures on mylifetouch.ca using your Portrait ID and Access Code which can be found on your Picture Day order form. Cheers parents,

DATES TO REMEMBER: September 30 Orange Shirt Day October 9 Hot Lunch Envelopes are Due October 12 Thanksgiving No School October 15 Community Council Meeting 6:00pm October 16 Picture Day October 23 Pro D Day No School for students October 30 Halloween STAR Assembly

Community Council Meeting

When: October 15 2020 Time: 6:00pm

Where: Zoom Meeting

Everyone is welcome to come! Connect with other parents in the school. Find out what is going on in the community.

Please email tamara.southall@burnabyschools for the link. Hope to see you

there!

Reminder to parents—Please fill out your online forms if you haven’t done so: https://burnaby.schoolcashonline.com

• Student Media Form

• Technology Agreement

• Student Personal Information Consent

• Emergency Release Form

GENTLY USED FREE CLOTHING GIVE AWAY!! Located outside near the north wing Tuesday October 6th Tuesday October 13 9:20am—10:00am Please practice social distancing

With the winter fast approaching and the uncertainty attached, it’s very important to engage in self-care! The Crisis & Trauma Resource Institute has many free resources to help manage these uncertain times and the stress they can bring. Stress reduction exercises, webinars and videos, and an insightful blog are among some of the resource you can find on their website: https://ca.ctrinstitute.com/free-covid-19-resources/

The Purpose Society Housing Support Program is a new housing program that has been established in effort to re-spond to ongoing and growing housing needs across the Lower Mainland. They offer community outreach, financial assistance and case management. For further information please call 604-526-2522 or email burnabyrentbank@purposesociety.org

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Maywood Community School 2020-2021 –Important Dates Dates Subject to Change

September 10 School Opens September 14 First full day of classes for Grades 1—7 September 22 Welcome Back Assembly September 23 Welcoming Conversations 3:15-5:00 September 24 Welcoming Conversations 2:15-7:00 - Early Dismissal 2:00 September 25 Early Dismissal at 2:00 p.m. September 28 Professional Development Day – School Not in Session October 12 Thanksgiving Day - School Not in Session October 23 Professional Development Day – School Not in Session November 11 Remembrance Day - School Not in Session November 27 Professional Development Day – School Not in Session December 14 Report Cards Go Home December 18 Last Day of School before Winter Break January 4 School Re-Opens 8:55 a.m. February 4 Student Led Conferences - Early Dismissal at 2:00 p.m. February 5 Early Dismissal at 2:00 p.m. February 15 Family Day Holiday - School Not in Session February 26 Professional Development Day – School Not in Session March 11 Report Cards Go Home March 12 Last Day of School before Spring Break March 29 School Re-Opens 8:55 a.m. April 2 Good Friday – School Not in Session April 5 Easter Monday – School Not in Session April 26 Professional Development Day – School Not in Session May 24 Victoria Day - School Not in Session May 31 Professional Development Day – School Not in Session June 18 Sports Day - Early Dismissal at 1:30 p.m. June 21 Early Dismissal at 2:00pm June 29 Last day of School for Students – Early Dismissal at 10:00 June 28 Awards Assembly June 30 Administrative Day for Staff

Bell Schedule

Team 1 Arrival 8:50am Recess at 10:15am Lunch 11:30am Outside 12:00pm Dismissal 2:50pm

Team 2 Arrival 9:00am Recess at 10:30am Lunch 12:00pm Outside 12:30 pm Dismissal 3:00pm

Team 3

Arrival 9:10am Recess at 10:45am Lunch 12:30 pm Outside 1:00pm Dismissal 3:10pm