January Movie night
Posted January 15, 2018
This month’s movie night is on Thursday 17th January. We will be showing Boss Baby. Doors open at 6:00 and the movie will start at 6:15. Chips and water will be available for purchase in the gym for 50c. Come in your PJ’s, bring a blanket and pillow and enjoy a movie night out with […]
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French Immersion registration begins January 10, 2018
Posted January 9, 2018
Families of children entering Grade 1 in the fall of 2018 can register for French Immersion beginning January 10. Visit our French Immersion website to learn more or register your child.
Talking to your child about opioids
Posted December 22, 2017
Dear Parents and Caregivers, Once again, we are sending families important information about opioid-related drug overdoses and urging you to speak with your children about staying safe. On December 2, 2017, Waterloo Regional Police Services reported that 65 people in our region died as a result of a suspected overdose. This is a 71 per […]
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Whaddup dog
Posted December 12, 2017
Elgin Street Public School supports Whaddup Dog in Cambridge! Every Sunday, from noon-3 p.m., Whaddup Dog opens its take out window and offers a warm meal to all those in need. The money raised will go towards purchasing those meals. For the next 3 days (Dec. 13-15), we will be accepting donations to go towards […]
Suspicious Person Report
Posted December 7, 2017
I want to make you aware of a situation that happened in our school area yesterday morning. One of our students reported a suspicious vehicle following them. The student reported that the passenger exited the vehicle and chased them. The student was not contacted by the person, and was able to get help from our […]
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Our guide for the winter season
Posted November 27, 2017
Winter is coming and we want to ensure that we are ready for what Mother Nature has in store for us this season. During bad weather conditions, we may need to cancel buses or close schools for the safety of our students and staff. Here’s what you need to know: Learn more about our Severe Weather procedures.
Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week – November 19-25
Posted November 20, 2017
We are committed to providing a safe, caring and inclusive learning environment for all students – each and every one. Ontario’s Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week runs from November 19 to 25, 2017. This week is an opportunity for us all to reinforce clear and positive messages that bullying is not acceptable in our schools […]
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Grade 1 French Immersion
Posted November 17, 2017
Thinking about French Immersion for your child? Join us at one of our information sessions to learn more about our French programs and registration process. Information sessions will be held at the WRDSB Education Centre (Map) on the following days: November 27, 7 p.m. December 1, noon December 4, noon December 4, 7 p.m. Please […]
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High School Info Nights: Grade 8 Transition
Posted November 15, 2017
Over the next couple of months, High Schools across the board will be hosting Grade 8 Nights for parents and students. These information sessions will focus on Grade 8 students’ transition to High School, including the course selection process, in-school student supports, extracurricular activities and more. Please be sure to check-out the information session for any […]
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OHIP+ Children and Youth Pharmacare
Posted November 14, 2017
We want to remind students, parents and caregivers that starting on January 1, 2018, Ontario will provide free prescription drug coverage for all children and youth aged 24 and under. Children and youth will have access to over 4,400 medications and other drug products at no cost. Enrolment in OHIP+ is automatic – you will […]