Tuesday 30 October 2018

Fall Fest Dance-a-thon is Wednesday!

The Fall Fest Dance-a-thon is fast approaching! 

On October 31st, there will be music, dancing, raffle prizes, and games for younger students. Refreshments, glow sticks, and temporary tattoos will be $1 each for sale on Wednesday. Strips of duct tape will also be $1 ~ be part of the fun and duct tape the principal to the wall, all in support of a good cause!

Help us reach our fundraising goal of $5000 by considering a donation to support program enhancements at our school. Donations can be made by cash, cheque, or online. Students will receive a raffle ticket for every $5 raised.

Fall Fest is our single largest fundraising campaign of the year. Every dollar raised goes to program enhancements benefiting your child.






Tuesday 23 October 2018

Renewed Computer Technology for Low Income YRDSB Families


Renewed Computer Technology (RCT) in Partnership with the YRDSB

YRDSB has recently partnered with RTC to enable low-income families to have renewed or upgraded computers at a very low cost.  Families can apply at ‘rcto.ca’ - you would not apply to the school, rather apply directly through the site.

The Desktop Package is $60 - you get a desktop computer with Windows 10 and MS Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and OneNote Plus learning software, as well as a monitor, keyboard and mouse.

The Laptop Package is $150 - you get a laptop with Windows 10 and MS Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and OneNote Plus learning software.  There is the ability to also add on a monitor, keyboard and/or mouse for an additional fee.

You will find more information on the site, we just wanted to make you aware of this amazing opportunity!

Click below to view the flyer for more information:



Friday 19 October 2018

Social Networking and Online Safety Evening October 29th

Franklin Street Public School is hosting a community event for parents with social media expert Paul Davis. Interested? Registration details are included in the flyer linked below.


Thursday 18 October 2018

Marijuana Legalization

A message from YRDSB:

As of October 17, 2018, it will be legal for individuals 19 and older to buy, use, possess and grow recreational cannabis. It remains illegal for anyone under the age of 19. This is the same as the minimum age for the sale of tobacco and alcohol in Ontario.

Regardless of age, cannabis is not allowed on school property or at
school-related events at any time.

It is illegal for anyone regardless of age to smoke or vape any substance, including
cannabis:


  • at school, on school grounds, and all public areas within 20m of these grounds
  • on children’s playgrounds and public areas within 20m of playgrounds
  • in child care centres, or where an early years program is provided
  • in places where home child care is provided – even if children aren’t present*


*Please note that these are the provincial regulations and by-laws could be different at a municipal level

There will be consequences for students if they are believed to be in possession or under the influence of alcohol, illegal drugs or cannabis. Suspension will be considered. There are exceptions if the medicinal use of cannabis is outlined in the student’s Health Care Plan. If a student gives alcohol or cannabis to anyone under the age of 19, the school will contact police, suspend the student and consider expulsion.

In YRDSB, we want families and students to be informed about the facts of cannabis legalization. To support this learning, you may find the following resources helpful . You can also request a hard copy through the school office.

Cannabis: What Parents/Guardians and Caregivers Need to Know

Cannabis Talk Kit: Know How to Talk With Your Teen

We will continue to provide students with information and support to make positive and healthy decisions.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the school’s administration

Wednesday 17 October 2018

Fall Fest is Coming to JRPS

Our annual Fall Fest is the single largest school council fundraiser at James Robinson P.S. This year we are having a dance-a-thon on October 31st. A flyer is coming home with all students today with details about the event. Donations received will support our fundraising plan providing program enhancements to all students.


Friday 12 October 2018

Save the Date for Special Presentation November 14th

Micheal Eisen, founder of the Youth Wellness Network, will be speaking with families about how to increase communication within families to promote resiliency and self-esteem in kids.

Additional information coming soon!


Picture Day is Wednesday, October 17th

Brush you hair and bring your smiles on Wednesday, October 17th! It's photo day!

Tuesday 2 October 2018

Let's Go Marlies!


We are inviting you to join us at a J.R.P.S. Community Event! 

J.R.P.S. grade 7-8 band and grade 4-6 students have been invited to perform O Canada at the start of the Marlies Game on Sunday October 14, 2018. 

The game will start at 4:00 pm at Ricoh Coliseum (45 Manitoba Dr., Toronto). Please invite your friends and family to join us for an afternoon hockey game.  

All ticket holders will need to arrange their own transportation - carpooling is recommended. 

The tickets are $27 each, to be paid on School Cash Online. Please feel free to contact us at the school if there are any questions.