If your child is going to be away from school please refer to the following information to report it.

We will also have fridge magnets available with the information.  Grade nine students will receive the magnet and all others may obtain one from the office as needed.

To report and absence please call:  1-844-434-8119 or go to studentabsence.kprdsb.ca

You may also download the app to your mobile device:  SchoolMessenger.

If you require further assistance, please call Julie Dundas, our Attendance Secretary.  She is in the office daily from 12:15 to 3:30 p.m.

Thank you.

Please see attached flyer with informtion regarding opting into receiving text messages for school updates.

Come on Kenner - let's see how much participation we can get!

Monday is Comfy Day - Come wearing your best PJ's or your favorite comfy, cozy clothes.

Tuesday is Denim Day - that's easy - grab your favorite pair of jeans and show us what you've got! 

Wednesday is Purple Day - Wear a little purple or better yet wear purple EVERYTHING!!  Show your spirit and raise awareness for Rowan's Law and Concussion Awarenesss. 

Thursday is VSCO Girl vs Frat Boy Day - Let's see your best VSCO and Frat outfits.  

Don't forget that Thursday night is our first dance.  "Throwback to the 2000's" is the theme.  Come out from 7-10pm and enjoy some great music and good times with friends.  Dance is $5 (or free with a $50 SAC PAC). Make sure you attend all your classes on Friday to be eligible to attend the dance.  If you would like to bring a guest from another school, you must see the Principal or VP in the office before Friday. 

Monday is Orange Shirt Day to raise awareness for Residential School Survivors and their families. 

C'mon Kenner, Tomorrow is the last day to purchase your SAC PAC at lunch.  If you purchase your SAC PAC by tomorrow, you will be guaranteed THIS YEAR's Kenner tshirt design...if you purchase after tomorrow, your tshirt may be a retro design from a previous year.  

You may purchase online or bring your cash or cheque to the library at lunch tomorrow. 

$50 SAC PAC's give you all the privileges to join sports, student council and all clubs, a student card, a tshirt, a yearbook and free admittance to our September 26 dance.

$20 SAC PAC's give you the opportunity to join some clubs, a student card and a tshirt. 

Don't forget that we will also be selling SPC Discount Cards for just $10. This card will get you great savings at lots of your favorite stores and restaurants and is good all school year! Buy yours tomorrow.

International night

  Tickets for International Night are on sale now!

They will be sold TODAY at lunch, outside the Library.  You can also get them on “School Cash Online” or from any Committee Member.  Tickets are $25.00 for adults and $15.00 for students.

Get your tickets soon!

G.A.A.

Attention all female athletes:

The Girls Athletic Association would love to have you come to our first meeting of the year tomorrow, November 26th, at the start of lunch in the Wellness Room.  Please see Ms. Dart or Emma Lustic for more information. 

Hope to see you there!

Girls’ volleyball

Congratulations to all the players who made the Junior and Senior Girls’ Volleyball teams.

Your first practice is today after school in the Small Gym.  Please see Ms. Hill or Ms. Kent if you have any questions.

Driver education training

Are you 16 with your G1 license and no longer want to get wet feet walking to school in the snow?  Then we have an option for you to help get you closer to driving on your own.  The Kenner Driver Education Class will be held from December 2nd to 11th after school, from 2:50 to 5:45 p.m.  If you are interested in signing up for this course, please stop by the office to pick up a registration form.

The course will be taught by Road Rules Driving School and the cost is $755.00.  There is a minimum of 12 participants needed for the class to run, and it is the only Driver’s Education Course offered here at Kenner.

Register early so we know that we have enough to run the program.

For more information, please come to the office.

Galapagos Islands trip

There is a very important meeting today for all

Students going on the Galapagos Islands trip.  The meeting is in Room 235 at the beginning of lunch.

Student council

Attention Student Council Members:  There will be a meeting today at lunch in the Library.

International night

  Tickets for International Night are on sale now!

They will be sold TODAY at lunch, outside the Library.  You can also get them on “School Cash Online” or from any Committee Member.  Tickets are $25.00 for adults and $15.00 for students.

Get your tickets soon!

G.A.A.

Attention all female athletes:

The Girls Athletic Association would love to have you come to our first meeting of the year TODAY at the start of lunch in the Wellness Room.  Please see Ms. Dart or Emma Lustic for more information. 

Hope to see you there!

Ski & snowboard members

Ski & Snowboard Club members please pick up your forms with Ms. Hibbert in Room 223.

Completed forms are due back ASAP!

Driver education training

Are you 16 with your G1 license and no longer want to get wet feet walking to school in the snow?  Then we have an option for you to help get you closer to driving on your own.  The Kenner Driver Education Class will be held from December 2nd to 11th after school, from 2:50 to 5:45 p.m.  If you are interested in signing up for this course, please stop by the office to pick up a registration form.

The course will be taught by Road Rules Driving School and the cost is $755.00.  There is a minimum of 12 participants needed for the class to run, and it is the only Driver’s Education Course offered here at Kenner.

Register early so we know that we have enough to run the program.

For more information, please come to the office.

Student council

Attention Student Council Members:  If you would like to have input into the logo on the Student Council Spirit Wear or in choosing the colour of the clothing, please see Mrs. Moloney in the Library today.  Spirit Wear can be ordered using School Cash Online now. 

OPEN YOGA

  Open Yoga at lunch in the Wellness Room on Thursdays.  Everyone is welcome.  It’s only 20 minutes long, and you will feel relaxed and ready for your afternoon classes.

YOGA!  THIS THURSDAY!  See you there!

Ski & snowboard members

Ski & Snowboard Club members please pick up your forms with Ms. Hibbert in Room 223.

Completed forms are due back ASAP!

wrestling

It was a great day for Kenner’s Wrestling Team yesterday – the first tournament of the season.  Kenner entered 9 wrestlers at St. Mary’s in Cobourg – 6 of which medalled.  Well done Nolan Clark and Alex Kroes – both Gold medalists.  Payton MacDonald won a Silver medal.  Bronze medalists were Adam Lustic, Thomas Kroes and Tristan Joss.  The next tournament is here at Kenner on Wednesday, December 4th. 

Practice Thursday!

Kenner clothing

  All sizes are Unisex:  S, M, L, XL, 2XL

All prices include tax.

T-Shirt (Dri-Fit)  $20 (Royal Blue)

Hoodie (Dri-Fit)  $55 (Royal Blue)

Hoodie (Cotton)  $30 (Royal Blue/Royal Heather

Long Sleeve (Dri-Fit)  $25 (Royal Blue)

Name or Number on Sleeve  $7 Extra

Name on Back  $11 Extra

See Mr. Blowes in Guidance for an Order Form.

Driver education training

Are you 16 with your G1 license and no longer want to get wet feet walking to school in the snow?  Then we have an option for you to help get you closer to driving on your own.  The Kenner Driver Education Class will be held from December 2nd to 11th after school, from 2:50 to 5:45 p.m.  If you are interested in signing up for this course, please stop by the office to pick up a registration form.

The course will be taught by Road Rules Driving School and the cost is $755.00.  There is a minimum of 12 participants needed for the class to run, and it is the only Driver’s Education Course offered here at Kenner.

Register early so we know that we have enough to run the program.

For more information, please come to the office.

OPEN YOGA

  Open Yoga at lunch in the Wellness Room on Thursdays.  Everyone is welcome.  It’s only 20 minutes long, and you will feel relaxed and ready for your afternoon classes.

YOGA!  THIS THURSDAY!  See you there!

AMIGOS!

Our meeting is being moved to tomorrow, Thursday, November 28th, NOT today!

See you there!

Go!  Go!  Amigos!

Girls’ volleyball

Junior and Senior Girls’ Volleyball practice after school today in the Large Gym.

Student Council Members

The Student Council Spirit wear is on sale til tomorrow. All the details are provided on the SAC Edsby group.  If you would like to have a say to help choose our SAC Spirit wear logo, please see Mrs Moloney this morning. The most popular logo is the one we will be using.  If you are going to order clothes, please complete the order using school cash online before tomorrow (Thursday) at 3pm or bring cash for your order to Mrs. Moloney before 3pm tomorrow.  To get these items before Xmas Mrs. Moloney has to place the order by tomorrow, Thursday, at 3pm and only  paid for items will be ordered. 

AMIGOS!

Don’t forget – Our meeting is today in the Cafeteria at lunch.

See you there!

Go!  Go!  Amigos!

Ski & snowboard members

Ski & Snowboard Club members please pick up your forms with Ms. Hibbert in Room 223.

Completed forms are due back ASAP!

Kenner clothing

  All sizes are Unisex:  S, M, L, XL, 2XL

All prices include tax.

T-Shirt (Dri-Fit)  $20 (Royal Blue)

Hoodie (Dri-Fit)  $55 (Royal Blue)

Hoodie (Cotton)  $30 (Royal Blue/Royal Heather

Long Sleeve (Dri-Fit)  $25 (Royal Blue)

Name or Number on Sleeve  $7 Extra

Name on Back  $11 Extra

See Mr. Blowes in Guidance for an Order Form.

Driver education training

Are you 16 with your G1 license and no longer want to get wet feet walking to school in the snow?  Then we have an option for you to help get you closer to driving on your own.  The Kenner Driver Education Class will be held from December 2nd to 11th after school, from 2:50 to 5:45 p.m.  If you are interested in signing up for this course, please stop by the office to pick up a registration form.

The course will be taught by Road Rules Driving School and the cost is $755.00.  There is a minimum of 12 participants needed for the class to run, and it is the only Driver’s Education Course offered here at Kenner.

Register early so we know that we have enough to run the program.

For more information, please come to the office.

Open yoga

Open Yoga is today at lunch in the Wellness Room.  It’s only 20 minutes long. 

Do something good for yourself and

come on out. 

Everyone is welcome!

Hope to see you there!

Effective speaking contest

The Lions & Lioness Clubs of Peterborough are hosting the “Effective Speaking Contest” in Peterborough on February 1st.  They invite and encourage all students from Grades 2 to 12 to come and participate.

Contest rules and information is available in the Guidance Office, and they are looking forward to having all schools participate.

See Ms. Johnson or Mr. Blowes in Guidance to register!

Student government

There will be a Student Government Executive meeting today at lunch in the Library.

Christmas Hampers

Ho! Ho! Ho!  It’s that time again when Kenner students and staff pull together to help people in our school community enjoy a happy Christmas/Holiday season.

Starting Monday, we are asking everyone to bring in non-perishable food items for our Christmas Hampers.  Please make sure that they will not have reached their best before date by Christmas.  Mr. Marris’ class will be coming around in Period 1 to collect your donations.

Food can be brought in for the next two weeks. Thank you for your generosity.

Student Council Spirit Wear

Attention SAC members who want to buy SAC spirit wear.  The order will be placed today at 3pm.  If you want to buy something please have your order completed using school cash online before 3pm.  If you are paying cash, see Mrs. Moloney today before 3pm to pay her directly.  All details are on our Edsby group. 

Ski & snowboard members

Ski & Snowboard Club forms and money are due this Friday!

Please bring your forms to Ms. Hibbert in Room 223.

Let it snow!

Effective speaking contest

The Lions & Lioness Clubs of Peterborough are hosting the “Effective Speaking Contest” in Peterborough on February 1st.  They invite and encourage all students from Grades 2 to 12 to come and participate.

Contest rules and information is available in the Guidance Office, and they are looking forward to having all schools participate.

See Ms. Johnson or Mr. Blowes in Guidance to register!

Open yoga

Open Yoga is today at lunch in the Wellness Room.  It’s only 20 minutes long. 

Do something good for yourself and

come on out. 

Everyone is welcome!

Hope to see you there!

Christmas Hampers

Ho! Ho! Ho!  It’s that time again when Kenner students and staff pull together to help people in our school community enjoy a happy Christmas/Holiday season.

Starting Monday, we are asking everyone to bring in non-perishable food items for our Christmas Hampers.  Please make sure that they will not have reached their best before date by Christmas.  Mr. Marris’ class will be coming around in Period 1 to collect your donations.

Food can be brought in for the next two weeks. Thank you for your generosity.

Student government

There will be a Student Government executive meeting today at lunch in the Library.

Blood donors needed!

Christmas is the time for giving – giving blood, that is.  If you are 17 or older and want to donate blood, come make an appointment with Mrs. Longley, Mr. Chislett or Mr. Cook to donate blood on Friday, December 13th.  Transportation will be provided by the Peterborough Blood Donor Clinic.  You can get 5 Community Involvement Hours for donating.  Longley Harley Davidson has also donated Tim’s cards to all life savers.  Sign up today with Mrs. Longley, Mr. Chislett or Mr. Cook and return your permission forms ASAP to book your slot.

NOTICE:

Would Erik Gray and Nolan Hanes please do to the Large Gym to see Mr. Seeley at lunch today.

Kenner clothing

  All sizes are Unisex:  S, M, L, XL, 2XL

All prices include tax.

T-Shirt (Dri-Fit)  $20 (Royal Blue)

Hoodie (Dri-Fit)  $55 (Royal Blue)

Hoodie (Cotton)  $30 (Royal Blue/Royal Heather

Long Sleeve (Dri-Fit)  $25 (Royal Blue)

Name or Number on Sleeve  $7 Extra

Name on Back  $11 Extra

See Mr. Blowes in Guidance for an Order Form.

Driver education training

Are you 16 with your G1 license and no longer want to get wet feet walking to school in the snow?  Then we have an option for you to help get you closer to driving on your own.  The Kenner Driver Education Class will be held from December 2nd to 11th after school, from 2:50 to 5:45 p.m.  If you are interested in signing up for this course, please stop by the office to pick up a registration form.

The course will be taught by Road Rules Driving School and the cost is $755.00.  There is a minimum of 12 participants needed for the class to run, and it is the only Driver’s Education Course offered here at Kenner.

Register early so we know that we have enough to run the program.

For more information, please come to the office.

Ski & snowboard members

Ski & Snowboard Club forms and money are due today!

Please bring your forms to Ms. Hibbert in Room 223.

Let it snow!

Effective speaking contest

The Lions & Lioness Clubs of Peterborough are hosting the “Effective Speaking Contest” in Peterborough on February 1st.  They invite and encourage all students from Grades 2 to 12 to come and participate.

Contest rules and information is available in the Guidance Office, and they are looking forward to having all schools participate.

See Ms. Johnson or Mr. Blowes in Guidance to register!

Christmas Hampers

Ho! Ho! Ho!  It’s that time again when Kenner students and staff pull together to help people in our school community enjoy a happy Christmas/Holiday season.

Starting Monday, we are asking everyone to bring in non-perishable food items for our Christmas Hampers.  Please make sure that they will not have reached their best before date by Christmas.  Mr. Marris’ class will be coming around in Period 1 to collect your donations.

Food can be brought in for the next two weeks. Thank you for your generosity.

Social justice

There will be a Social Justice meeting today at lunch in Room 238.  New members are always welcome!

Blood donors needed!

Christmas is the time for giving – giving blood, that is.  If you are 17 or older and want to donate blood, come make an appointment with Mrs. Longley, Mr. Chislett or Mr. Cook to donate blood on Friday, December 13th.  Transportation will be provided by the Peterborough Blood Donor Clinic.  You can get 5 Community Involvement Hours for donating.  Longley Harley Davidson has also donated Tim’s cards to all life savers.  Sign up today with Mrs. Longley, Mr. Chislett or Mr. Cook and return your permission forms ASAP to book your slot.

National day of remembrance

At this time of year when many of us look forward to time spent together with family and friends, we must be ever conscious of an uncomfortable truth: many women and girls in our communities live in fear of violence.

The coming days offer opportunities for us all to consider and reflect upon this reality and on the ways we may contribute even more to preventing violence and providing support for those affected.

The month of December features significant human rights observances, including the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, International Human Rights Day and the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women.

The National Day of Remembrance and action on Violence Against Women is a Canadian observance that memorializes fourteen young women at L’Ecole Polytechnique de Montreal.  These women were killed simply because they were women.  This day reminds us that many women in our communities live in fear of violence.

OPEN YOGA

  Open Yoga at lunch in the Wellness Room on Thursdays.  Everyone is welcome.  It’s only 20 minutes long, and you will feel relaxed and ready for your afternoon classes.

YOGA!  THIS THURSDAY!  See you there!

Kenner clothing

All sizes are Unisex:  S, M, L, XL, 2XL

All prices include tax.

T-Shirt (Dri-Fit)  $20 (Royal Blue)

Hoodie (Dri-Fit)  $55 (Royal Blue)

Hoodie (Cotton)  $30 (Royal Blue/Royal Heather

Long Sleeve (Dri-Fit)  $25 (Royal Blue)

Name or Number on Sleeve  $7 Extra

Name on Back  $11 Extra

See Mr. Blowes in Guidance for an Order Form.

December 6th

December 6th is the anniversary of the Montreal Massacre where 14 young women were gunned down simply because they were women who were studying to become engineers.  Every six days in Canada a woman is murdered by a current or former partner.  Due to racism and the impacts of colonization, Indigenous women have been particularly impacted.  Indigenous women’s organizations believe that over the last several decades, up to 4,000 Indigenous women are missing or have been murdered.

On December 6th, all women whose lives have been taken away as a result of male violence against women are remembered and honoured.  They are sisters, mothers, daughters, aunties, cousins, wives, partners and friends.  They have been taken from us too soon.

At lunch today in the front foyer, you can show your support by signing a pledge with the Moose Hide Campaign that focuses on engaging men and boys to end violence against women and children.  In pursuing this, we respect the dignity and gender identity of all peoples and aim to create inclusive and safe spaces for participants at campaign events.  We support any effort to raise awareness and bring an end to gender-based and domestic violence across all sectors of society.

Signing the pledge today will mean that:

You will be a healthy role model and always treat girls, women and younger children with love, honour and respect.

Mr. Poley is 50 today!

Happy Birthday, Mr. Poley!

Hockey pool

Teachers are reminded to bring in their Hockey Pool sheets by the end of the day today.  Return your sheet to Mr. Butlers room (120), or to Mr. Mullin’s mailbox.

Thank you for supporting the LLS Hot Lunch Program!

Effective speaking contest

The Lions & Lioness Clubs of Peterborough are hosting the “Effective Speaking Contest” in Peterborough on February 1st.  They invite and encourage all students from Grades 2 to 12 to come and participate.

Contest rules and information is available in the Guidance Office, and they are looking forward to having all schools participate.

See Ms. Johnson or Mr. Blowes in Guidance to register!

Christmas Hampers

Ho! Ho! Ho!  It’s that time again when Kenner students and staff pull together to help people in our school community enjoy a happy Christmas/Holiday season.

Starting Monday, we are asking everyone to bring in non-perishable food items for our Christmas Hampers.  Please make sure that they will not have reached their best before date by Christmas.  Mr. Marris’ class will be coming around in Period 1 to collect your donations.

Food can be brought in for the next two weeks. Thank you for your generosity.

Student council

Attention Student Council members – there will be a meeting today at lunch in the Library.

OPEN YOGA

  Open Yoga at lunch in the Wellness Room on Thursdays.  Everyone is welcome.  It’s only 20 minutes long, and you will feel relaxed and ready for your afternoon classes.

YOGA!  This THURSDAY!  See you there!

Blood donors needed!

We are donating blood this Friday.

If you are 17 or older and want to donate blood, come make an appointment with Mrs. Longley, Mr. Chislett or Mr. Cook.  You can get 5 Community Involvement hours for donating!

Longley Harley Davidson has also donated Tim’s cards to all life savers.  Sign up today – slots are filling fast!

Last day to order Kenner clothing!

  All sizes are Unisex:  S, M, L, XL, 2XL

All prices include tax.

T-Shirt (Dri-Fit)  $20 (Royal Blue)

Hoodie (Dri-Fit)  $55 (Royal Blue)

Hoodie (Cotton)  $30 (Royal Blue/Royal Heather

Long Sleeve (Dri-Fit)  $25 (Royal Blue)

Name or Number on Sleeve  $7 Extra

Name on Back  $11 Extra

See Mr. Blowes in Guidance for an Order Form.

Effective speaking contest

The Lions & Lioness Clubs of Peterborough are hosting the “Effective Speaking Contest” in Peterborough on February 1st.  They invite and encourage all students from Grades 2 to 12 to come and participate.

Contest rules and information is available in the Guidance Office, and they are looking forward to having all schools participate.

See Ms. Johnson or Mr. Blowes in Guidance to register!

Christmas Hampers

Ho! Ho! Ho!  It’s that time again when Kenner students and staff pull together to help people in our school community enjoy a happy Christmas/Holiday season.

Starting Monday, we are asking everyone to bring in non-perishable food items for our Christmas Hampers.  Please make sure that they will not have reached their best before date by Christmas.  Mr. Marris’ class will be coming around in Period 1 to collect your donations.

Food can be brought in for the next two weeks. Thank you for your generosity.

Yearbook meeting

There will be a Yearbook meeting today at 11:15 in the Office Conference Room.

OPEN YOGA

  Open Yoga at lunch in the Wellness Room on Thursdays.  Everyone is welcome.  It’s only 20 minutes long, and you will feel relaxed and ready for your afternoon classes.

YOGA!  This THURSDAY!  See you there!

Blood donors needed!

We are donating blood this Friday.

If you are 17 or older and want to donate blood, come make an appointment with Mrs. Longley, Mr. Chislett or Mr. Cook.  You can get 5 Community Involvement hours for donating!

Longley Harley Davidson has also donated Tim’s cards to all life savers.  Sign up today – slots are filling fast!

Jazz band & south side singers

Come join the Kenner Concert and Jazz Band as well as the South Side Singers for a festive concert December 12th at 6:30 in the POD.

Tickets are only $5.00 or $2.00 for students.

We hope to see you there!

Christmas hampers

Thank you Kenner, for your contributions so far to the Christmas Hamper programme!  Keep those donations coming in all this week.

Next week, please bring in long lasting perishables such as potatoes, carrots and apples.

Let’s make this a great holiday season for everyone!

Winter dance & art show

Hey Kenner!

The Winter Dance & Art Show “COALESCENCE” is NEXT THURSDAY, December 19th at 7:00 pm.

Get your tickets from the Main Office or from any dancer.

$5.00 for students, $10.00 for Adults.

Don’t miss it!

Christmas hampers

Thank you Kenner, for your contributions so far to the Christmas Hamper programme!  Keep those donations coming in all this week.

Next week, please bring in long lasting perishables such as potatoes, carrots and apples.

Let’s make this a great holiday season for everyone!

Effective speaking contest

The Lions & Lioness Clubs of Peterborough are hosting the “Effective Speaking Contest” in Peterborough on February 1st.  They invite and encourage all students from Grades 2 to 12 to come and participate.

Contest rules and information is available in the Guidance Office, and they are looking forward to having all schools participate.

See Ms. Johnson or Mr. Blowes in Guidance to register!

Jazz band & south side singers

Come join the Kenner Concert and Jazz Band as well as the South Side Singers for a festive concert tomorrow, December 12th at 6:30 in the POD.

Tickets are only $5.00, or $2.00 for students.

We hope to see you there!

OPEN YOGA

  Open Yoga at lunch in the Wellness Room on Thursdays.  Everyone is welcome.  It’s only 20 minutes long, and you will feel relaxed and ready for your afternoon classes.

YOGA!  This THURSDAY!  See you there!

Community involvement!

Do you need Community Involvement Hours?

Christmas gift wrappers are needed at Lansdowne Place in support of Big Brothers and Sisters.

Please see Ms. Hibbert in Room 223 to sign up.

Yearbook meeting

There will be a Yearbook meeting today at 11:15 in the Office Conference Room.

Girls’ volleyball

The Senior Girls’ Volleyball Team played both Norwood and Adam Scott last night.

While the girls fell short of their goals, we played some great volleyball as the night progressed.

Next practice is tonight after school

Blood donors needed!

Attention all life savers!  Friday is our date to donate blood.  Be sure to drink extra water tomorrow and eat breakfast on Friday.  Please remember to bring your I.D.  Donors will be called down at the start of Period 2 on Wednesday.  Check your messages on Edsby for more information.

Winter dance & art show

Hey Kenner!

The Winter Dance & Art Show “COALESCENCE” is NEXT THURSDAY, December 19th at 7:00 pm.

Get your tickets from the Main Office or from any dancer.

$5.00 for students, $10.00 for Adults.

Don’t miss it!

Jr boys’ volleyball

There is a mandatory meeting today at 11:15 in the Large Gym.  All members MUST attend!

AMIGOS!

Good morning, Amigos.

We will meet in the cafeteria at lunch today.  If you would like, bring any pencil crayons or markers with you.

Go!  Go!  Amigos!

Spirit Week

Join us in the last spirit week of 2019 next week. 

Monday: Holiday Hat day

Tuesday: PJ day with hot chocolate

Wednesday: Winter Sport Day with Holiday Ping Pong

Thursday: Candy Cane Day (wear red and white)

Friday: Ugly Holiday Sweater Day and the Holiday Assembly!

Community involvement!

Do you need Community Involvement Hours?

Christmas gift wrappers are needed at Lansdowne Place in support of Big Brothers and Sisters.

Please see Ms. Hibbert in Room 223 to sign up.

Holiday Assembly – Acts needed!

Do you have a talent you’d like to share at our Holiday Assembly next Friday?  We still need a couple of singers, dancers, magicians, poets, instrument players or sword eaters.  Sign up on the sheet on the SAC office door or see Mrs. Moloney in the library.  Don’t miss your chance for fame!!

Blood donors needed!

Attention all life savers!  Tomorrow is our date to donate blood.  Be sure to drink extra water today and eat breakfast on Friday.  Please remember to bring your I.D. tomorrow.  All Donors will be called down at the start of Period 2 tomorrow.  Check your messages on Edsby for more information.

Thanks!

A huge thank you to all faculty and students who contributed to yesterday’s outstanding “Be IB For The Day”.

Your positive energy, kindness and welcoming spirit serve the Kenner community so well!

Christmas Hampers

Ho! Ho! Ho!  It’s that time again when Kenner students and staff pull together to help people in our school community enjoy a happy Christmas/Holiday season.

Starting Monday, we are asking everyone to bring in non-perishable food items for our Christmas Hampers.  Please make sure that they will not have reached their best before date by Christmas.  Mr. Marris’ class will be coming around in Period 1 to collect your donations.

Food can be brought in for the next two weeks. Thank you for your generosity.

Ski & snowboard members

There will be a brief mandatory meeting for Ski and Snowboard Club members at lunch on Friday in Room 223.

Winter dance & art show

Hey Kenner!

The Winter Dance & Art Show “COALESCENCE” is NEXT THURSDAY, December 19th at 7:00 pm.

Get your tickets from the Main Office or from any dancer.

$5.00 for students, $10.00 for Adults.

Don’t miss it!

Effective speaking contest

The Lions & Lioness Clubs of Peterborough are hosting the “Effective Speaking Contest” in Peterborough on February 1st.  They invite and encourage all students from Grades 2 to 12 to come and participate.

Contest rules and information is available in the Guidance Office, and they are looking forward to having all schools participate.

See Ms. Johnson or Mr. Blowes in Guidance to register!

Christmas hampers

Thank you Kenner, for your contributions so far to the Christmas Hamper programme!  Keep those donations coming in all this week.

Next week, please bring in long lasting perishables such as potatoes, carrots and apples.

Let’s make this a great holiday season for everyone!

Jazz band & south side singers

Come join the Kenner Concert and Jazz Band as well as the South Side Singers for a festive concert tonight, December 12th at 6:30 in the POD.

Tickets are only $5.00, or $2.00 for students.

We hope to see you there!

Turkey lunch

It’s that time of year again!  Come on down to the Cafeteria today and get a turkey lunch with all the fixings, including, of course, dessert.

Only $6.99!

Student government

There will be a Student Government Executive meeting today at lunch in the Library.

New Phone Number, Web Address, Phone App Coming for Reporting Absences

At KPR, student safety is our highest priority, and we thank families for adopting the automated safe arrival system to help ensure students arrive safely at school each day. 

Starting this September, we will be introducing a new automated Student Absence Reporting System.  Therefore, you will need to create a NEW account to report your children’s absences online. 

You will receive an email in August with instructions on how to create your new account and download the mobile app.  You also will receive a magnet in September with the new Student Absence Reporting System details.  Unfortunately, since ownership of the reporting software has changed, we cannot simply transfer your child’s information to the new system.

Watch for more information in the summer.

Many parents and guardians have been wondering what effect the legalization of marijuana will have on  KPR schools. In short, KPR schools will treat cannabis in much the same way they treat alcohol: students of any age will not be allowed to use marijuana at schools, on school buses or field trips. 

 Once the new federal law comes into effect this October 17:

• non-medical marijuana use will be legal only for those age 19 and older 
• any student, at any age, could be suspended for possessing or being under the influence of cannabis at school
• any student who shares marijuana with others younger than 19 could be expelled from school
• it will be illegal for adults to use cannabis on, or within 20 metres of, school grounds
• it will be illegal to drive under the influence of cannabis, and drivers age 21 or under will not be allowed to have any cannabis in their system.

 If you have any questions about cannabis at school, please speak with your principal or vice-principal.  Further information on the new law is available at Ontario.ca/cannabis.  Information on how to talk to your child about cannabis can be found at Cannabis Information – CAMH.

KPR wishes everyone a happy holiday. We hope that this time allows for some much needed rest for students, staff, parents and guardians, and allows families opportunities to celebrate together.

While the holidays can be joyous, they can also be difficult for some.  We wanted to provide families with some resources you may find useful over the holiday season. Our mission is that all students remain safe, and this includes their mental and physical well-being.

Mental health is a state of well-being; it is relevant to all of us.  According to the Mental Health Commission of Canada, in any given year, one in five people in Canada experiences a mental health crisis or illness.  It is important to us that we remind everyone to use resources that are accessible to all.  These include:

• the Be Safe App, a free mobile app that aims to help young adults make healthy decisions during a crisis; it can be downloaded onto cell phones from https://besafeapp.ca/
• Kids Help Phone, also available 24/7, at 1-800-668-6868 or text “CONNECT” to 686868
• Four County Crisis line, available 24/7 for Northumberland and Peterborough County residents at 1-866-995-9933
• Durham Mobile Crisis Services, available 24/7 for anyone experiencing a crisis, at 905-666-0483 or 1-800-742-1890
• Connex Ontario Mental Health Helpline, provides information about mental health services in Ontario 24/7, at 1-866-531-2600 or www.connexontario.ca
• Ontario 211, a free helpline that connects people to community and social services in your area, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, by calling 2-1-1.

Your family also has access to your closest hospital, as well as to regional supports serving specific areas of KPR.

Let's keep our mental health and the mental health of those we love and care about in the forefront.  We encourage you to use community support services if you ever find yourself or someone near and dear to you struggling and in need of assistance.

Once again, we wish everyone season’s greetings, a Merry Christmas, and safe holidays.

Grief Resources

Is your child experiencing loss and grief?  Here are some resources recommended by our School Board Counsellors:

http://www.kprschools.ca/en/students/well-being/mentalhealth/grief.html

Do you have concerns about your child’s social, emotional or mental health that may be hindering their ability to thrive at school?

KPR schools have skilled clinicians who can support your child and you in finding answers. School Board Counsellors have professional degrees and specialize in work with children, youth and families. Please contact your School Principal for more information.

http://www.kprschools.ca/en/students/well-being/mentalhealth/schoolboardcounsellorservices.html

Mental health is an important part of our overall well-being.  Students experiencing mental health issues may have problems with mood, focus, behaviour and their ability to relate to peers, maintain friendships, do well in school and participate in activities.

But where can parents and guardians go for help if they are concerned about their child's or teen's mental health?  For more information, and suggestions for helpful resources, visit: 

http://www.kprschools.ca/en/students/well-being/mentalhealth.html

Hey, KPR Family: We missed you! We're looking forward to seeing everyone back at school September 3. If you moved over the summer, or have questions for school staff, please contact the school office between August 22-29. Otherwise, September 3 is the big day for KPR students to get back into the swing of things!

We want to provide this update to inform our parents of ongoing negotiations with our transportation providers.                                                                       

STSCO (Student Transportation Services of Central Ontario) manages transportation services for 26,100 students every day on behalf of the Conseil scolaire catholique MonAvenir, Peterborough Victoria Northumberland and Clarington Catholic District School Board, and the Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board.

Daily service is delivered by local school bus companies contracted by STSCO, and we have been in discussion with our providers for a number of months to reach new contract terms.

Negotiations are continuing and we are working towards reaching an agreement with local school bus operators for the coming school year.

It is our goal to arrive at new contracts that recognize the important and professional service our bus drivers provide in transporting our students safely to and from school.

We remain optimistic that normal bus service will be in place for students for the start of the school year. Should this situation change, we will inform parents/guardians as soon as possible.

Regular updates on this matter will be posted by STSCO at stsco.ca and on Twitter at @stsco_ca and shared by the school boards and local media. 

STSCO (Student Transportation Services of Central Ontario) and local school bus companies contracted by STSCO have reached a tentative agreement on new contract terms.

As a result, there will be normal bus service for students for the start of the school year.  Please visit stsco.ca for further information.

The KPR Board is committed to providing safe learning environments for all. When students behave inappropriately, principals use progressive discipline to change behaviour. When student behaviours pose a potential threat to safety or serious harm, KPR’s Violence Threat Risk Assessment (VTRA) protocol helps principals take immediate steps to protect student well-being.  While such incidents are rare, the VTRA outlines how we work with local police, mental health providers and community agencies to keep students safe. Read more about the protocol, including notification requirements, in the Safe, Caring and Restorative Schools section of kprschools.ca .  As always, student safety is our first priority.  Should you have any questions, please speak with your principal.

Calling all parents and caregivers: join us the morning of Saturday, October 19 at Port Hope High School for KPR’s free, annual Parent Conference! Dr. Michael Ungar, world renowned expert on building resiliency in children and youth, will talk about The Risk-Taker’s Advantage: How to Make Kids More Resilient by Not Bubblewrapping Them. Take advantage of this rare opportunity to hear his engaging advice, while also enjoying free child minding for ages two and older, light refreshments and information booths staffed by local organizations serving families. Stay tuned for more information and registration details later in September at www.kprschools.ca

KPR welcomes parents of students ages 12-17 to register for a free, two-day Mental Health First Aid course, September 23-24 in Peterborough.  Space is limited. For details and registration, visit https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/mental-health-first-aid-tickets-71846457689  

Now’s your chance to register for KPR’s free, annual Parent Conference, featuring internationally renowned resilience researcher Dr. Michael Ungar!

Registration continues until October 11 at www.kprschools.ca for:

2019 Parent Conference

The Risk-Taker’s Advantage: How to Make Kids More Resilient by Not Bubblewrapping Them

Saturday, October 19

9 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

Port Hope High School, 130 Highland Dr., Port Hope

With Keynote Speaker: Dr. Michael Ungar

Plus light refreshments, child minding for ages 2 & older, & booths by agencies serving families

Don't miss this rare opportunity to hear Dr. Michael Ungar, a funny and engaging speaker who is considered one of the top experts on resilience in Canada and internationally.

It’s all FREE. If you need assistance, have questions or if there are accommodations that would make the conference more accessible for you, please call 705-742-9773 or toll-free 1-877-741-4577, ext. 2001, or email judy_malfara@kprdsb.ca

Thursday, October 3, 2019

Parent Update: CUPE Strike Action – School Closures

Further to our message yesterday, and after extensive consideration, we are writing to inform parents that if a provincial agreement is not reached over the weekend, and CUPE (Canadian Union of Public Employees) staff begin their announced full withdrawal of service, schools will be closed to students on Monday, October 7, 2019. 

We share your concern and disappointment with this possibility, and wanted to provide an update on our plans as soon as possible to allow parents to make alternative arrangements if needed.

Student safety is always our first priority. This decision has been made because we do not believe we can provide safe and secure learning environments for all students in the event of a full CUPE strike.

Our considerations include:

• supervision of students;
• medical supports and care for all students;
• safe operation of water and sanitation systems, including legislated water flushing;
• conditions of school buildings and classrooms, and
• overall safety and security.

We are pleased that negotiations have been reported to be continuing on Friday. We remain hopeful that a provincial agreement can be reached this weekend to avert disruption to our students and families.

We will continue to monitor developments closely and will provide confirmation to parents about school status for Monday as soon as we are able. This will likely be on Sunday evening, through:

• School Messenger
• Local news media
• Our website and social media platforms: www.kprschools.ca, @kprschools on Twitter, and Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board on Facebook.

Sincerely,

Diane Lloyd, Chairperson of the Board
Jennifer Leclerc, Director of Education

Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board is excited to offer three travel for credit courses in July 2020. The first course, Civics and Careers, is offered to students currently in grade nine. The second course, English, Grade 11, University Preparation, is offered to students entering grade eleven. The third course, French immersion and core is offered to students entering grade eleven. You are invited to attend an information session in your region for more information.

RSVP to the meeting at: www.eftours.ca/creditinfo

Contact: John Ford 1-877-741-4577, ext. 3124

…to register for KPR’s Parent Conference coming to Port Hope HS Saturday, October 19, 9-11:30 a.m. The child minding service is full, but there are still some seats left for the adults to hear world-renowned resilience expert Dr. Michael Ungar. A funny and engaging speaker, he will talk about The Risk-Taker’s Advantage: How to Make Kids More Resilient by Not Bubblewrapping Them. Register by October 15 from our home page at kprschools.ca

All families and community members are invited to attend three free events being held in honour of KPR's 3rd annual Indigenous Peoples Awareness Month. 

Each evening event is a film screening followed by a panel discussion, as follows:

  Thursday, November 14, 7 p.m.
  Adam Scott Collegiate Vocational Institute, Peterborough 
  Screening & discussion of Colten Boushie Documentary

  Thursday, November 21, 7 p.m.
  Port Hope High School 
  Screening & discussion of Rumble

 Thursday, November 28, 7 p.m.
 Bowmanville High School 
 Screening & discussion of Our People Will Be Healed

Pre-registration is not required.  Drop in at these free events!

Parents and caregivers:

Registration opens November 8 for the Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board’s Parent Workshops on Kids Have Stress Too!  

The workshops will run from 10-11:30 a.m. at three locations:

              Friday, November 29 at the Education Centre in Peterborough

              Tuesday, December 10 at KPR’s Kirby Professional Learning Centre in Clarington

              Tuesday, March 31 at Port Hope High School

Visit kprschools.ca after November 8 for details and to register for one of these workshops!

Meet HGTV star Kate Campbell while learning about opportunities in the skilled trades at Women in Trades & Technology. This event, of particular interest to female students in Grades 7-12, will take place at Fleming College in Peterborough as follows:

Tuesday, November 19
6 p.m.
Kawartha Trades & Technology Centre, Fleming College

Meet successful skilled tradespeople and have your questions answered, tour the Trades & Technology Centre, and listen to advice from HGTV star carpenter and keynote speaker Kate Campbel, and enjoy refreshments and giveaways.

To register, visit https://flemingcollege.ca/women-in-trades-and-technology  

KPR is seeking comments from students, parents, guardians, staff and community members regarding the proposed school year calendar for 2020-21. Three possible options are being considered, and KPR would like to know which option our stakeholders prefer. Please review the proposed calendar options and comment online at www.kprschools.ca by Friday, December 6. If you are not able to access the online survey, please contact your school office for a paper copy.

Saving money for your child’s education after high school may seem impossible. But there is money available from the Government of Canada that can help.

When you open a Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) for your child, the government can add money to it, to help you save. For example, the Canada Learning Bond is available for children from low-income families, born in 2004 or later. It pays up to $2,000. To receive it, you just need to name your child as a beneficiary in the Registered Education Savings Plan. You don’t have to contribute additional funds of your own into the RESP if you are not able to do so.

Other government money may also be available. If you do contribute additional funds into the RESP, you may also qualify for a Canada Education Savings Grant.

Having a RESP will help you save for your child to attend a trade school, apprenticeship program, college or university after high school. There are lots of options. You can find out more at Canada.ca/education-savings, by calling 1-800-622-6232, or by visiting a Service Canada Centre near you.