Geroge McKelvey Remembered

George McKelvey, retired principal of James Robinson P.S., passed away peacefully on April 1st in his 85th year. He spent the entirety his life serving the Markham community through many leadership positions through his work and active volunteerism. 

George was actively involved most recently with his church, the Lions Club and Markham Horticultural Society. George will always be remembered for being a friend to many with a genuine interest in others and his community. He was a former Ward 4 Councilor for the Town of Markham (1994 – 2006), principal of James Robinson PS and a regional treasurer for the Retired Teachers of Ontario.

He was loved by many and will be missed by all who knew him. JRPS will fly our flag half-mast to observe his life and passing.

Field Closures and Safe Ball Play

During the spring, when the weather gets warmer and the snow is melting, it is necessary to close our playing field to preserve the grass for the warmer months. 

When the field is closed, all students must play on the tarmac at recess. With the density of students on a small space, it has been mandated by the Health and Safety department during our annual inspection, that soccer and football games may not be played on the pavement in accordance to the YRDSB recommended Safe Ball Play guidelines. 

While we know this may be disappointing to students, student safety is our priority. 

York Region District School Board Summer Institute

Online Registration Opens on March 10

Summer Institute offers academic, recreational and athletic programs and activities with intentional links to the Ontario Curriculum for students entering Senior Kindergarten to Grade 8. 

We are pleased to offer online registration this year.  Registration for Summer Institute will open on March 10 at 4:00 pm. You can find information about Summer Institute and registration at www.yrdsb.ca

Families can also continue to register in person or by mail at Dr. Bette Stephenson Centre for Learning, 36 Regatta Richmond Hill L4E 4R1. 

For more information about YRDSB Summer Institute, please email Performanceplus.si@yrdsb.ca

We hope to see you at the Summer Institute.

Pink Shirt Day - February 26th

The last Wednesday each February is now the national anti-bullying day in Canada. It began in 2007 when two students took a stand against bullying after a peer was harassed for wearing pink - they chose to wear pink also to be allies.  Last year alone, people in almost 180 countries shared their support of Pink Shirt Day through social media posts and donations. On February 26, 2020, we encourage everyone to practice kindness and wear pink to symbolize that you do not tolerate bullying.

Valentine's Day Cookie Sales

Our grade 8's will be selling heart-shaped cookies at snack recess on Friday to raise money for their graduation celebration.

Cookies are $2.00 each.

Help support our graduates and get a yummy treat at the same time! Win-win!