Some of our Kindergarten students went on a 2-D scavenger hunt today! #kinderchat #tvdsbopc

FM96 is running a March Madness - Small Town contest to find the best small town. Vote for Rodney today and spread the word! https://fm96.com/march-madness-small-towns/

Aldborough is lucky to have “Tasty Ontario Tuesday’s” where our students will get local fresh Ontario produce! Thank you OSNP :-)

TVDSB to open more child care centres and EarlyON Child and Family Centres More than 300 licensed child care spaces for families are slated for construction at Thames Valley schools as part of a $1.6-billion investment by the Ministry of Education over the next five years to increase access for 100,000 more children birth – 4 years in licensed child care spaces across Ontario. In addition to creating access to thousands of new licensed child care spaces across the province, the Ministry of Education is also investing funding to support the creation of 100 additional EarlyON Child and Family Centre locations over the next three years. As part of the Ministry’s "schools-first" approach to building child care centres and child and family centres in schools, TVDSB has been approved for funding to build new child care centres and EarlyON Child and Family Centres at the following schools: River Heights Public School, Dorchester: This $3.75-million project includes child care spaces for 10 infants, 30 toddlers, and 48 preschoolers. The project will also include an EarlyON Child and Family Centre, where families will benefit from programs and services that promote early learning and development, provide information about other community programs/services and referrals to specialized services. Children will have access to play and inquiry-based learning opportunities. Both the child care centre and EarlyON Child and Family Centre are anticipated to open by September 2019. The operator(s)’ contact information will be provided as it becomes available at www.tvdsb.ca/childcare Aldborough Public School, Rodney: This $3.1-million project includes child care spaces for 10 infants, 15 toddlers, and 24 preschoolers. The project will also include an EarlyON Child and Family Centre, where families will benefit from programs and services that promote early learning and development and provide referrals to specialized services. Children will have access to play and inquiry-based learning opportunities. Both the child care centre and EarlyON Child and Family Centre are anticipated to open by September 2019. The operator(s)’ contact information will be provided as it becomes available at www.tvdsb.ca/childcare Algonquin Public School, Woodstock: This $1-million project includes child care spaces for 10 infants and 24 preschoolers as an addition to the existing Good Beginnings Day Nursery – Algonquin Child Care. The child care centre is anticipated to open in the 2019-20 school year. Harrisfield Public School, Ingersoll: This $1.5-million project includes child care spaces for 10 infants, 15 toddlers, and 24 preschoolers. The child care centre is anticipated to open in the 2019-20 school year. The operator(s)’ contact information will be provided as it becomes available at www.tvdsb.ca/childcare New Southeast London Public School, London: MPP Deb Matthew’s recent announcement of funding for a new southeast London school included funding to build a child care centre for 88 children. More information will be posted as it becomes available at www.tvdsb.ca/childcare In Ontario, Consolidated Municipal Service Managers (CMSM) are the designated service system managers responsible for managing child care and EarlyON Child and Family Centres across the province. The CMSMs in the County of Oxford, St. Thomas-Elgin County, and London-Middlesex County determine the best geographical locations for families to access licensed child care and EarlyON Child and Family Centres. Collaboratively with the CMSMs, we will continue to provide families with a seamless experience by striving to increase access to child care, before- and after-school programs, EarlyON Child and Family Centres and elementary school together in one community facility. TVDSB wishes to acknowledge the Government of Canada and the Government of Ontario for the financial support to develop these new programs and services. For more Information: Up to date information is available on the TVDSB website at www.tvdsb.ca/childcare

Tomorrow is our Dance! We have treats for sale. Please see the pictures for dance times and treat prices.

Seeking Public Input - Name our Schools The Thames Valley District School Board is inviting school and community members to put forth their suggestions for naming: 1. The new French Immersion School in Elgin County (located at 45885 Sparta Line, St. Thomas); and 2. For consideration, the renaming of Port Stanley Public School. This is an opportunity for students, schools, and the community to demonstrate their creativity, pay tribute to a particular individual, or highlight historical connections within the community. Nominations are being accepted until 2018 March 28, 4 p.m. For details and the nomination form, please visit: https://www.tvdsb.ca/en/our-board/public-input.aspx?_mid_=811

All buses are running on schedule today - March 2. Please share.

As we move towards the March Break there are a number of fun activities that the Student Parliament has planned for the kids during the last week before the break. Below are the details of what will be happening. Monday 5 - Hat Day Tuesday 6 - Pajama Day Wednesday 7 - Crazy Hair Day Thursday 8 - Mustache Day Friday 9 - Dance There will be treats available to purchase at the dance!

Our grade 4/5s and the “50 Things They Love” #tvdsb #cpchat

A super fun paint night has been planned for March 9th. There are only 20 spots per group available. First come, first served.

Our Book Fair is on all this week. Come out and help support our Library. Thanks to the Parent Council who have donated $200 for each classroom! #tvdsb

Tuesday Feb. 20th - There is a 2 hour fog delay for all buses. Please share.