November is indigenous awareness month

November 5-9 is Treaty Recognition Week

November 8 is Indigenous Veterans Day

It’s spirit week!

Today – Blue and Gold day

Friday – Jean Day

We scare hunger

Thanks again to everyone who brought in items for We Scare Hunger!  Every class did an amazing job, but there were some clear winners…an Honourable Mention goes out to Ms. Longley and Ms. Leonard’s classes and the two classes that tied for first are MR. MARRIS AND MR CHISLETT!

Thanks again!

Wrestling

Our Wrestling season is about to begin.  Anyone interested in joining the team should see either Mr. Chislett or Mr. Glover for a permission form.  Practice begins next Monday in the Cage above the big gym after school.

You must purchase a SAC PAC in order to participate in a sport.

International night

The International Night planning meeting for tonight, has been cancelled.

Thank you

gsa 

Happy GSA Thursday, Kenner.  Did you know that the word “drag”, coined by Shakespeare, is an acronym meaning “dressing resembling a girl”?  The GSA will be meeting today at lunch in Room 222.  Guys, gals and non-binary pals are welcome.

White pine book club

1st White Pine Book Club is Wednesday, November 7 at lunch in the Library Seminar Room.

Hope to see you there!

Ms peter’s pd 2 class

Ms. Peters Period 2 P.E. Class, please come to Room 235 for our guest speaker.

Don’t get changed.

Remembrance day

Today is the Remembrance Day Assembly in the POD.  Grade 12 students will attend the 9:00 assembly with their teachers and Grades 9, 10, 11 students will attend the 10:00 assembly with their teachers.

Teachers are reminded to distribute poppies in Homeroom and students are reminded to remove their hats during the assembly.

Indigenous peoples awareness

The essence of how to mindfully share the land is contained in the Dish with One Spoon wampum belt between the Haudenosaunee & Anishinaabeg:  “The three basic rules are: only take what you need, second, you always leave something in the dish for everybody else, including the dish; and third, you keep the dish clean.  That was the treaty between us and nature, and then the treaty between us and everybody else.”  Many Indigenous people say this treaty today holds and it includes all of the newcomers to these areas as well.

 jr girls volleyball

Any Grade 9 or 10 girl, interested in trying out for volleyball, should attend a mandatory meeting at lunch this Friday in Room 216.  You must have a signed permission form in order to try out.

Grad photos

Grad student photos will be taken next week in the Pod on the Stage.  Appointments will be available all day from Monday, Nov 12 to Wednesday, Nov 14.  Sign up forms are available in the Guidance Office.  Please sign up A.S.A.P. for your sitting.  There is a $30 sitting fee which is payable to the photographer at the time of your sitting.  This will give you 10 poses to choose from and a copy of the grad composite.  Grads who only want to have their picture taken for the yearbook (which is recommended) may sign up, and that sitting is free. Pamphlets available in the Guidance Office.

Coffee house

Coffee House is coming next Thursday, November 15. 

See Mr. Thompson to sign up.  Musicians and performers are all welcome.

Sr girls volleyball

Any girls who wish to try out for Senior Girls Volleyball are asked to pick up a consent form from Mr. Tummon in room 121.

 sr boys volleyball

Last Thursday, in Sr. Boys Volleyball action, Kenner won their last match over St. Thomas Aquinas to place third at COSSA.  Special thanks go out to Mrs. Quinlan, Mr. Blowes and Mr. Hutchinson.

Great season, Rams!

Social services

A Staff Member from Peterborough Social Services will be available to meet with students in the Main Office from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. today.

Driver education

Attention potential drivers:   Road Rules Driving School might be able to help you with their driver education classes.  If you are 16 and have your G1 licence and are interested in Driver Education, come to the office to pick up a registration form for the session to be hosted here at Kenner.  The course runs from Nov 21 - Dec 5 in Rm 121.  The cost is $755.  If you are interested in this course, please come to the Office for a form.  There is a minimum requirement of 12 students to make the class run.  See Mrs. Quinlan for more information.

Day of silence

“WE are Silent” is tomorrow!  Stay silent for a day to stand in solidarity with people around the world whose voices aren’t heard.  If you want to participate, meet in the foyer tomorrow morning.  All participants will be invited to a pizza party at lunch.

Student council

There will be a Student Council meeting at the start of lunch today in Room 160.

Jr boys cossa ‘A’ volleyball

Kenner hosted the Jr. Boys COSSA ‘A’ volleyball championships last Thursday.  Our boys were sluggish to start, but quickly recovered, winning their semifinal match against Nicholson High School, 3 sets to 1.  In the Gold Medal match, Kenner went down in the first 2 sets, but fought back, winning the 3rd.  Kenner kept it close, and rallied from a deficit in the 4th set, but fell short, losing the match 3 sets to 1.  Kenner highlights included some monster stuff, blocks from Blake Spencer and Roan Haggerty-Goede, timely kills from Warren Cao and Emile Gennaro, consistent serving from Adam Weide, and solid passing from our libero, Joshua Lee.  Also, Devin Osborne who, in 2 weeks, learned both the setting and left side position, led Kenner’s offence, along with Roan. Huge thanks to Mr. Stover & Mrs. Bennett! Congrats Silver Medalists!

Coffee house

Thanks to all the performers in Coffee House.  On Thursday, we had some incredible talent.  Thanks also to SAC for running this event.  We will have another Coffee House next semester.  Start practicing your songs now, or learn a new instrument and use our Recording Studio to hone your skills.

GSA

Did you know that the first transgender contestant in the Miss Universe Canada competition was Jenna Talackova in 2012?  The GSA will be having an LGBTea and Bake Sale today at lunch in front of the caf, so come on by and check it out!

Jr girls volleyball

Tryouts for the Jr. Girls Volleyball team will be Tuesday and Wednesday this week.  Make sure to bring your signed permission form to the tryout in the Small Gym.  See you there.

Dance class

Attention Ms. Russell’s Pd 2 dance class:  You will be meeting in the small gym today for your class.

 sr girls volleyball

Due to numerous conflicts, the Senior Girls Volleyball practice for tonight, has been cancelled.

French trip

Here’s a Christmas present to put on your list this year…

The French Department invites all French students to join the all-inclusive trip this February to Montreal.

You will experience the best of this world-class city from its historic roots to its modern attractions…and even catch an NHL hockey game on the way home!

This trip has something for everyone, and costs only $300!

See your favourite French teacher, or Mr Kubica, for more details.

Driver education

Attention potential drivers:   Road Rules Driving School might be able to help you with their driver education classes.  If you are 16 and have your G1 licence and are interested in Driver Education, come to the office to pick up a registration form for the session to be hosted here at Kenner.  The course runs from Nov 21 - Dec 5 in Rm 121.  The cost is $755.  If you are interested in this course, please come to the Office for a form.  There is a minimum requirement of 12 students to make the class run.  See Mrs Quinlan for more information.

GAA

All girls who are interested in sports and leadership are encouraged to attend the first Girls Athletic Association meeting on Monday at lunch in Room 216

Hope to see you there!

Jr boys volleyball

Congratulations once more, to the COSSA silver medalists of the Junior Boys Volleyball.

Please hand in your uniforms to Mrs Bennett A.S.A.P.

GSA

Did you know that, as of August 2017, Canadians have the option of not identifying as male or female on their passports?  This is an ongoing effort by the federal government to eventually allow individuals to indicate their sex as ‘x’ on other government-issued identification.  The GSA will be passing out pronoun buttons in front of the cafeteria today at lunch, so come on by and pick up yours!

 jr boys basketball

The Jr. Boys Basketball team earned their 1st win of the year beating Lakefield College 47-34.  Blake Spencer scored 12 points, Ashton Roche and Devin Spencer scored 11 each.

Roan Haggerty-Goede led the team in rebounds.

Semi-formal

The semi-formal dance is next Thursday.  Tickets go on sale today in foyer for $7.00.  You have a chance to win a free ticket by playing bingo in cafeteria today.  Hot chocolate will also be available .

Winners names from 2 or 3 games go into a draw for free semi formal tickets.

Basketball intramurals

In basketball intramurals today,

Division B

Team 1 & 2 play at lunch.

Dance recital

Hey Kenner:  The December Dance Recital ‘GRATITUDE’ is on Thursday, Dec 20th at 7 p.m. in the POD.

You can purchase tickets from Ms. Russell, the Main Office or any dancers.

$5.00 for Students!  Don’t miss it!

amigos

This week’s meeting has been cancelled.  We will meet next Wednesday in the Cafeteria.

White pine book club

Attention White Pine Book Club Members:

We will be meeting today in the Library Seminar Rm at the beginning of lunch.  Bring your books to exchange – we are particularly looking for Catching the Light, Mosaic and The Prince of Pot novels.

Come share what you’ve been reading and have a snack or two.

If you can’t make today’s meeting, please feel free to pop into the Library anytime to see Mrs. Moloney to get a new book.

Sr boys basketball

In Sr Boys Basketball action, Kenner defeated Lakefield College School 51-35.

Scoring for Kenner were Blake Lahay with 16 points, Natty Yneneh with 13, Hayden Gurney with 7 and Brady Murdoch with 4.

 Kenner clothing

Interested in ordering some Kenner clothing?  Sales will be happening next week at lunch.

More details to follow.

Semi-formal

The semi-formal dance is next Thursday.  Tickets go on sale today in foyer for $7.00.  You have a chance to win a free ticket by playing bingo in cafeteria today.  Hot chocolate will also be available .

Winners names from 2 or 3 games go into a draw for free semi formal tickets.

Bake sale

Reminder to G.A.A. members of the Bake Sale tomorrow.  Please bring your goodies to the Staffroom no later than 8:25 a.m.

Dance recital

Hey Kenner:  The December Dance Recital ‘GRATITUDE’ is on Thursday, Dec 20th at 7 p.m. in the POD.

You can purchase tickets from Ms. Russell, the Main Office or any dancers.

$5.00 for Students!  Don’t miss it!

Please go to the link below to view the proposed school year calendar for the 2019 2020 school year and have your say.

http://www.kprschools.ca/en/our_schools/resources/schoolcalendars.html

 Kenner clothing

Interested in ordering some Kenner clothing?  Sales will be happening next week at lunch.

More details to follow.

Semi-formal

The semi-formal dance is next Thursday.  Tickets go on sale today in the foyer for $7.00.  You have a chance to win a free ticket by playing bingo in the cafeteria today.  Hot chocolate will also be available.

Winners names from 2 or 3 games go into a draw for free semi-formal tickets.

Food drive

Seasons Greetings!  Ho! Ho! Ho!  Christmas is coming, and that means we are asking you, once again, Kenner, to help out those less fortunate in this holiday season.  We want everyone to be well fed over the holidays, so please, if you can, bring in some non-perishable food items, like canned food, pasta, pasta sauces, KD, etc. to your Home Room starting Monday. 

Every day for the next two weeks, we will be collecting non-perishable food.  Closer to the holidays, we will collect fresh, long-lasting vegetables and fruit. Please be generous!

Dance recital

Hey Kenner:  The December Dance Recital ‘GRATITUDE’ is on Thursday, Dec 20th at 7 p.m. in the POD.

You can purchase tickets from Ms Russell, the Main Office or any dancers.

$5.00 for Students!  Don’t miss it!

basketball

In Sr. Boys Basketball yesterday, Kenner lost to LCVI with a score of 59-49. Scoring for Kenner were Hayden Gurney with 6 points, Brady Murdoch with 6 and Josh Heard with 12. In the second game, Kenner defeated Norwood 59-58.  Hayden  Gurney again scored, with 29 points, Blake Lahay with 31 points!

 Kenner clothing

Interested in Kenner clothing?  Come see what’s available the first 20 minutes at lunch, outside the Guidance Office.

Clothing order forms will be available in the Main Office.

Orders MUST go in this FRIDAY!

Word of the day

For the month of December, listen carefully to the word of the day and learn it’s meaning.  Then drop into the Library and correctly use the word in an original sentence for a chance to win a prize!

Today’s word of the day is “synonym”. Say it with us…”synonym”

Synonym means a word or phrase that exactly or nearly the same as another word or phrase in the same language, for example, “shut” is a synonym of “close”.

Food drive

Seasons Greetings!  Ho! Ho! Ho!  Christmas is coming, and that means we are asking you, once again, to help out those less fortunate in this holiday season.

 Don’t forget to bring non-perishable food to your homeroom class all this week.

Make someone else’s holiday a little bit better.

Thank you, Kenner!

Dance recital

Hey Kenner:  The December Dance Recital ‘GRATITUDE’ is on Thursday, Dec 20th at 7 p.m. in the POD.

You can purchase tickets from Ms Russell, the Main Office or any dancers.

$5.00 for Students!  Don’t miss it!

Jr girls volleyball

The Junior Girls Volleyball team is asked to meet in the front foyer today at 3:45 for their practice.

See you then!

 Kenner clothing

Interested in Kenner clothing?  Come to see what’s available the first 20 minutes at lunch, outside the Guidance Office.

Clothing order forms will be available in the Main Office.

Orders MUST go in this FRIDAY!

Word of the day

For the month of December, listen carefully to the word of the day and learn it’s meaning.  Then drop into the Library and correctly use the word in an original sentence for a chance to win a prize!

Today’s word of the day is “Chronological”. 

Chronological means “the arrangement of events or dates in the order of their occurrence.”

For example: “The story “the Night Before Christmas” is told in chronological order”

Food drive

Seasons Greetings!  Ho! Ho! Ho!  Christmas is coming, and that means we are asking you, once again, to help out those less fortunate in this holiday season.

 Don’t forget to bring non-perishable food to your homeroom class all this week.

Make someone else’s holiday a little bit better.

Thank you, Kenner!

Dance recital

Tickets are now on sale for the December Dance Recital “GRATITUDE”.

They are $5 for students and $10 for adults.  Get them in the Main Office or from any dancer. 

Artwork from Ms O’Connell’s class will also be featured.

Don’t miss it!

Dancers

Attention all dancers in the upcoming recital.  Please see Ms Russell today to get important information and schedule updates.

That’s all dancers, please check in with Ms Russell today.  Thanks!

Amigos

Do you want to build a snowflake??

Come to the cafeteria today for SNOWFLAKE PALOOZA!!!

This is the second to last meeting for 2018.

GO! GO! AMIGOS!! 

Wellness wednesday

Don’t forget Wellness Wednesday tomorrow at lunch in the Fitness Centre.

Come get fit and have fun!

Word of the day

For the month of December, listen carefully to the word of the day and learn it’s meaning.  Then drop into the Library and correctly use the word in an original sentence for a chance to win a prize!

Today’s word of the day is “rational”.  Rational means exercising reason: He was a rational negotiator, or rational can also mean – sane; lucid: The patient seems rational.

Synonyms for rational are logical, responsible, wise

 kenner clothing

Interested in Kenner clothing?  Come see what’s available the first 20 minutes at lunch, outside the Guidance Office.

Clothing order forms will be available in the Main Office.

Orders MUST go in this FRIDAY!

Food drive

Seasons Greetings!  Ho! Ho! Ho!  Christmas is coming, and that means we are asking you, once again, to help out those less fortunate in this holiday season.

 Don’t forget to bring non-perishable food to your home room class all this week.

Make someone else’s holiday a little bit better.

Thank you, Kenner!

Another Word of the day

Mrs. Petterson’s vocab. word of the day is “asinine”. Sounds like you are swearing, but you are not.  Using this word will make you sound intelligent in describing something foolish or stupid.  How is that for irony? I encourage the teachers of Kenner to use it to motivate their students, such as, there is no such thing as an asinine question”…or is there?!? Ummmm…..

Dance recital

Tickets are now on sale for the December Dance Recital “GRATITUDE”.

They are $5 for students and $10 for adults.  Get them in the Main Office or from any dancer. 

Artwork from Ms O’Connell’s class will also be featured.

Don’t miss it!

Blood donor clinic

Christmas is the time for giving, giving blood that is.  If you are 17 or older and want to donate blood, come to make an appointment with Mrs Longley, Mr Chislett or Mr Cook to donate blood on Wednesday, Dec 19.  Transportation will be provided by the Peterborough Blood Donor Clinic.  You can get 5 community service 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.

Jr. basketball

Last night, the Kenner Jr. Basketball team soundly defeated Holy Cross by 23 points, making the final, Kenner 64 – Holy Cross 41.

Blake Spencer owned the glass with 24 points and 13 rebounds.  Adam Weide scored 16 points and Ashton Roche was solid with 13 points.

Good job, Junior Rams!

Sr girls volleyball

In their season opener, the Kenner Sr Girls Volleyball team struggled in the first game against Norwood, before roaring back to win 4 straight and take the series 4-1.  Noteworthy efforts by Angela Say and Shyla Halls, and superb serving by Sadie Mees, highlighted the squad.

Next practice Thursday.

Wrestling tournament on today in both gyms - stop in to see what all the excitement is about! 

 Kenner clothing

Interested in Kenner clothing?  Come see what’s available the first 20 minutes at lunch, outside the Guidance Office.

Clothing order forms will be available in the Main Office.

Orders MUST go in this FRIDAY!

Word of the day

For the month of December, listen carefully to the word of the day and learn it’s meaning.  Then drop into the Library and correctly use the word in an original sentence for a chance to win a prize!

Today’s word of the day is “perceptive”.  Perceptive means having or showing keenness of insight, understanding, or intuition. For example: A good detective must be smart and perceptive.  Synonyms:  intelligent, sensible.  Come on people…use your new words.

Student survey

Attention all students who are participating in the KPR Student Survey group:  Your meeting in the Library has been moved to TODAY!!!

That’s right – today in Period 3, the Student Focus Group will meet in the Library!

We’ll see you there!

Food drive

Seasons Greetings!  Ho! Ho! Ho!  Thanks to those who have brought in non-perishable food for the Christmas Food Drive.  We have enough for a couple of families, but we need much, much more, so PLEASE bring in what you can for the rest of the week.

Please remember to check the “best before” date of your food before you bring it in.  All expired food has to be thrown out.

Thanks for your support!

Dance recital

Tickets are now on sale for the December Dance Recital “GRATITUDE”.

They are $5 for students and $10 for adults.  Get them in the Main Office or from any dancer. 

Art work from Ms. O’Connell’s class will also be featured.

Don’t miss it!

Blood donor clinic

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 Wednesday, Dec 19.  Transportation will be provided by the Peterborough Blood Donor Clinic.  You can get 5 community service 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.

Jr girls volleyball

The Jr. Girls Volleyball team is reminded of their meeting at the beginning of lunch in Room 216.

Please bring your device to sign up for “Remind”

 Kenner music

Next Thursday, the Kenner Music Program is having their Winter Concert.  Come on out to the POD at 7 on the 13th for a night of lively music.

Tickets are only $5 for adults and $2 for students.

Word of the day

For the month of December, listen carefully to the word of the day and learn it’s meaning.  Then drop into the Library and correctly use the word in an original sentence for a chance to win a prize!

Today’s word of the day is “nudge”.  Nudge means to push gently with the elbow, esp. to get someone’s attention.

Example:  She gave him a nudge to keep him from falling asleep during the church service.

Jr girls volleyball team

The Jr Girls volleyball team began their season at Crestwood yesterday, after school.  The Rams had a strong start against the Mustangs, taking 2 games easily.  The Rams split with a very strong Adam Scott team and lost both to Holy Cross.

Great work, team. 

Next action for the team is Thursday at Norwood.

Food drive

Seasons Greetings!  Ho! Ho! Ho!  Thanks to those who have brought in non-perishable food for the Christmas Food Drive.  We have enough for a couple of families, but we need much, much more, so PLEASE bring in what you can for the rest of the week.

Please remember to check the “best before” date of your food before you bring it in.  All expired food has to be thrown out.

Thanks for your support!

Dance recital

Tickets are now on sale for the December Dance Recital “GRATITUDE”.

They are $5 for students and $10 for adults.  Get them in the Main Office or from any dancer. 

Art work from Ms. O’Connell’s class will also be featured.

Don’t miss it!

Blood donor clinic

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 Wednesday, Dec 19.  Transportation will be provided by the Peterborough Blood Donor Clinic.  You can get 5 community service 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.

Europe trip

All students going on the Europe trip:  There is a VERY IMPORTANT meeting on Monday at lunch in Room 231.

Please bring with you, a windbreaker jacket that fits you well, and your passport.  Don’t forget…Monday @ lunch

Jr boys basketball

Last night, the Jr Boys Basketball Team played a strong game, but lost to Crestwood 53-40.  Devon Osborne scored 10 points and Ashton Roche scored 8 points.

Good job, Rams!

 Special Olympics basketball

Congratulations to our Special Olympics basketball team!  They represented Kenner well with their amazing effort and sportsmanship last Friday.  Special thanks to our student volunteers, Shyla Halls and Gurman Dhaliwal, who assisted our unified team.  Well done!!

Word of the day

For the month of December, listen carefully to the word of the day and learn it’s meaning.  Then drop into the Library and correctly use the word in an original sentence for a chance to win a prize!

Today’s word of the day is “punitive”.  Punitive means – inflicting or intended punishment. For example: Chad believed that being forced to get a part time job was punitive, but his parents thought it was going to be a good experience.  Come on people!  Get using your new words!

Food drive

Thank you, Kenner for your Christmas Hamper donations.  You can still bring in non-perishable food all this week.

Next Monday and Tuesday, we will be accepting semi-perishable food like potatoes and carrots. 

More on that, later in the week.

Blood donor clinic

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 Wednesday, Dec 19.  Transportation will be provided by the Peterborough Blood Donor Clinic.  You can get 5 community service 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.

Europe trip

All students going on the Europe trip:  There is a VERY IMPORTANT meeting today, at lunch in Room 231.

Please bring with you, a windbreaker jacket that fits you well, and your passport.  Don’t forget…today @ lunch

Jr boys basketball

Last night, the Jr Boys Basketball Team played a strong game but lost to Crestwood 53-40.  Devon Osborne scored 10 points and Ashton Roche scored 8 points.

Good job, Rams!

 volunteer hours

If anyone is interested in being an usher at the Peterborough Theatre Guild for volunteer hours and free plays, please see Mr. Thompson.

Word of the day

For the month of December, listen carefully to the word of the day and learn it’s meaning.  Then drop into the Library and correctly use the word in an original sentence for a chance to win a prize!

Today’s word of the day is “Optimistic”.  Optimistic means – hoping or believing that good things will happen in the future:  “She is optimistic about her chances of winning a gold medal.”

Come on people – get using your new words!!

Food drive

Thank you, Kenner for your Christmas Hamper donations.  You can still bring in non-perishable food all this week.

Next Monday and Tuesday, we will be accepting semi-perishable food like potatoes and carrots. 

More on that, later in the week.

Blood donor clinic

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 Wednesday, Dec 19.  Transportation will be provided by the Peterborough Blood Donor Clinic.  You can get 5 community service 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.

Turkey lunch tomorrow

Head on down to the Cafeteria tomorrow and get a full turkey lunch with all the trimmings and a delicious dessert for $7.99

gratitude

Hey Kenner!  The Art Show & Dance Show “Gratitude” is next week on Thursday night!  The Art Show will start at 6:30 and Dance Show will start at 7:00.  Tickets for the Dance Show are on sale in the Office!  Get them in advance to avoid the line!

Don’t miss it!

Lost and found

Lost & Found items are piling up in the Main Office!

If you have misplaced anything this year – water bottles, lunch bags, sweatshirts, jackets, shoes, pencil cases and more – please stop by the Main Office this week to check the Lost and Found.

Any items not claimed will be donated to the Free Cycling Room.

 volunteer hours

If anyone is interested in being an usher at the Peterborough Theatre Guild for volunteer hours and free plays, please see Mr. Thompson.

Word of the day

For the month of December, listen carefully to the word of the day and learn it’s meaning.  Then drop into the Library and correctly use the word in an original sentence for a chance to win a prize!

Today’s word of the day is “discerning”.  Discerning means showing good judgment and understanding.  Example:  The child made a discerning decision not to walk down the dark alley.  Synonyms for discerning are:  intelligent, keen.

Food drive

Thank you, Kenner for your Christmas Hamper donations.  You can still bring in non-perishable food all this week.

Next Monday and Tuesday, we will be accepting semi-perishable food like potatoes and carrots. 

More on that, later in the week.

Blood donor clinic

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 Wednesday, Dec 19.  Transportation will be provided by the Peterborough Blood Donor Clinic.  You can get 5 community service 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.

International night meeting

Just a reminder of the International Night meeting tonight after school.

gratitude

Hey Kenner!  The Art Show & Dance Show “Gratitude” is next week on Thursday night!  The Art Show will start at 6:30 and Dance Show will start at 7:00.  Tickets for the Dance Show are on sale in the Office!  Get them in advance to avoid the line!

Don’t miss it!

Lost and found

Lost & Found items are piling up in the Main Office!

If you have misplaced anything this year – water bottles, lunch bags, sweatshirts, jackets, shoes, pencil cases and more – please stop by the Main Office this week to check the Lost and Found.

Any items not claimed will be donated to the Free Cycling Room.

Jr boys basketball

Last night in Jr Boys Basketball action, Kenner was defeated by TASS 57-45.  Blake Spencer scored 16 points, Ashton Roche had 11 points and Roan Haggerty-Goede had 5 points.

Practice today at 4.

Sr boys basketball

In Sr Boys Basketball action last night, TASS defeated Kenner with a score of 35-20.

Blake Lahay had 6 points.

yearbook

Attention Yearbook Staff:

There will be a very important meeting tomorrow at lunch in Rm 159 starting at 11:15.  Please plan to be there.  If you have finished your assigned page, you may choose another one to do over the holidays.

amigos

We will meet in Room 114 today for our last meeting of 2018.

Go, Go Amigos!

Sr girls volleyball

Showing the classic signs of early season play, the Kenner Girls Sr. V-ball team dropped sets to St. Peter’s and TASS, while splitting with Norwood.  While there is plenty to work on, the girls played with moxie against their superior opponents.

Thank you to all students, faculty and administration for an outstanding “Be IB for a Day” yesterday where the gracious and welcoming Kenner community and the creativity of Kenner intellect were on full display.

 Volunteer hours

If anyone is interested in being an usher at the Peterborough Theatre Guild for volunteer hours and free plays, please see Mr. Thompson.

Word of the day

For the month of December, listen carefully to the word of the day and learn it’s meaning.  Then drop into the Library and correctly use the word in an original sentence for a chance to win a prize!

Today’s word of the day is “mandatory”.  Mandatory means required by law or rules; compulsory.  For example, “wearing helmets was made mandatory for cyclists”.  Synonyms for mandatory are:  obligatory, compulsory, necessary.

Food drive

Thank you, Kenner for your Christmas Hamper donations.  You can still bring in non-perishable food all this week.

Blood donor clinic

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 Wednesday, Dec 19.  Transportation will be provided by the Peterborough Blood Donor Clinic.  You can get 5 community service 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.

g.s.a.

Happy G.S.A. Thursday, Kenner!  Did you know that in 1791, the Kingdom of France and Andorra became the first Western/European country in history to decriminalize homosexuality?  The GSA will be meeting will be meeting today at lunch in Room 222.  Guys, gals and non-binary pals are welcome.

Gratitude

Hey Kenner!  The Art Show & Dance Show “Gratitude” is next week on Thursday night!  The Art Show will start at 6:30 and Dance Show will start at 7:00.  Tickets for the Dance Show are on sale in the Office!  Get them in advance to avoid the line!

Don’t miss it!

Lost and found

Lost & Found items are piling up in the Main Office!

If you have misplaced anything this year – water bottles, lunch bags, sweatshirts, jackets, shoes, pencil cases and more – please stop by the Main Office this week to check the Lost and Found.

Any items not claimed will be donated to the Free Cycling Room.

Yearbook

Attention Yearbook Staff:

There will be a very important meeting today at lunch in Rm 159 starting at 11:15.  Please plan to be there.  If you have finished your assigned page, you may choose another one to do over the holidays.

Music winter concert

Tonight at 7, is the Kenner Music Winter Concert.  The Concert features the Kenner Jazz and Concert Bands as well as the South Side Singers.

Tickets are only $2 for students and $5 for adults.

We hope to see you there!

Jr girls volleyball

The Junior Girls Volleyball team is excused today at 1:30 p.m. for their games in Norwood.

Meet in the foyer to leave at 1:45 p.m.

Blood donor clinic

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 Wednesday, Dec 19.  Transportation will be provided by the Peterborough Blood Donor Clinic.  You can get 5 community service 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.

 Volunteer hours

If anyone is interested in being an usher at the Peterborough Theatre Guild for volunteer hours and free plays, please see Mr. Thompson.

Therapy dogs

East Central Therapy Dogs are visiting the school today!

 If you see the in the hallway, please make sure to ask before you pet!

Gratitude

Hey Kenner!  The Art Show & Dance Show “Gratitude” is next week on Thursday night!  The Art Show will start at 6:30 and Dance Show will start at 7:00.  Tickets for the Dance Show are on sale in the Office!  Get them in advance to avoid the line!

Don’t miss it!

Lost and found

Lost & Found items are piling up in the Main Office!

If you have misplaced anything this year – water bottles, lunch bags, sweatshirts, jackets, shoes, pencil cases and more – please stop by the Main Office this week to check the Lost and Found.

Any items not claimed will be donated to the Free Cycling Room.

Music winter concert

Thank you to all of the Staff and Students that came out to the Kenner Music Winter Concert last night. 

Another huge thank you to all the Kenner musicians who worked so hard to make the show a success!

Jr girls volleyball

The Jr Girls’ Volleyball team travelled to Norwood yesterday to take on the Knights.  Kenner soundly defeated Norwood 4 games to one.  Awesome serving by Kate Millett and Bridget Masterson. Great attacks by Ava Hawkins and awesome digs by Mya Jolley.  Next action for the team is at home, next Thursday.  See you at practice on Tues. after school, in the large gym.

 Volunteer hours

If anyone is interested in being an usher at the Peterborough Theatre Guild for volunteer hours and free plays, please see Mr. Thompson.

GSA holiday party

Do you love the holidays? Do you wish you could spend your entire life watching Hayley Kiyoko music videos?? Well, come on down to Room 222 at lunch on Thursday to the GSA’s holiday party, where we’ll be screening all of Hayley Kiyoko’s music videos!!

Blood donor clinic

Attention all like savers.  Wednesday is our date to donate blood.  Be sure to drink extra water tomorrow and eat breakfast on Wednesday.  Please remember to bring your ID.  All donors will be called down at the start of Period 2 on Wednesday.  Check your messages on edsby for more information.  There are still three spots left to donate so please grab a permission form today.

Jr boys basketball

Last Friday, the Jr Boys Basketball team won the tournament with 3 wins.  Kenner defeated Norwood and Campbellford with Devon Osborne, Blake Spencer and Ashton Roche as the leading scorers.  In the finals, Kenner broke TASS’s press and TASS’s hearts with a 48-45 upset win.

Way to go Juniors! Practice today at 3 p.m.

Lost and found

Lost & Found items are piling up in the Main Office!

If you have misplaced anything this year – water bottles, lunch bags, sweatshirts, jackets, shoes, pencil cases and more – please stop by the Main Office this week to check the Lost and Found.

Any items not claimed will be donated to the Free Cycling Room.

Word of the day

Today’s word of the day is “vast”.

Vast:  unusually great in size or amount or extent or scope.

“He looked out the plane window at the vast expanse of water.”

Come on people – get using your new words!

 Volunteer hours

If anyone is interested in being an usher at the Peterborough Theatre Guild for volunteer hours and free plays, please see Mr. Thompson.

Gsa holiday party

Do you love the holidays? Do you wish you could spend your entire life watching Hayley Kiyoko music videos?? Well, come on down to Room 222 at lunch on Thursday to the GSA’s holiday party, where we’ll be screening all of Hayley Kiyoko’s music videos!!

Blood donor clinic

Blood donors, we donate tomorrow!  Please drink extra water today and do not skip breakfast tomorrow!

Lost and found

Lost & Found items are piling up in the Main Office!

If you have misplaced anything this year – water bottles, lunch bags, sweatshirts, jackets, shoes, pencil cases and more – please stop by the Main Office this week to check the Lost and Found.

Any items not claimed will be donated to the Free Cycling Room.

Word of the day

Today’s word of the day is “menial”.

Menial:  relating to unskilled work, especially domestic work.

Eg. He chose to work hard at school to earn a college diploma so he could apply for jobs that weren’t menial labour.

School spirit week

Today is Holiday Colour Day!

School Spirit Week

Tomorrow is Holiday Character Day…. Get thinking of how you can make your costume, Kenner!

Social justice club

There is an important Social Justice Club meeting today at lunch in Room 238.

School Spirit Week

Today is Holiday Character Day

 Volunteer hours

If anyone is interested in being an usher at the Peterborough Theatre Guild for volunteer hours and free plays, please see Mr. Thompson.

Gsa holiday party

Do you love the holidays? Do you wish you could spend your entire life watching Hayley Kiyoko music videos?? Well, come on down to Room 222 at lunch on Thursday to the GSA’s holiday party, where we’ll be screening all of Hayley Kiyoko’s music videos!!

Lost and found

Lost & Found items are piling up in the Main Office!

If you have misplaced anything this year – water bottles, lunch bags, sweatshirts, jackets, shoes, pencil cases and more – please stop by the Main Office this week to check the Lost and Found.

Any items not claimed will be donated to the Free Cycling Room.

Word of the day

Today’s word of the day is “noun”.  

Noun:  a part of speech that refers to a person, place or thing.

“The teacher asked me to identify the nouns in the sentence on the smartboard.  In the sentence “Bob read a book”, Bob and book are both nouns.

Jr boys basketball

Last night in junior boys basketball action, Kenner was dominated by Adam Scott.  Blake Spencer scored 18 points, Devon Osborne had 11, Ashton Roche 9 points and Wes Evans 8.

Scrimmage today @ 3 p.m.

Write for rights

Thank you to everyone who wrote a letter for Write for Rights!  We got 201 letters in total!

Yay, Kenner!!

School Spirit week

Tomorrow is Holiday Hat Day!

Gratitude~ Art and Dance Show!!

TONIGHT IS THE NIGHT!  THE ART & DANCE SHOW, GRATITUDE IS HERE!!!

Doors open at 6:30 p.m.  Tickets are on sale at lunch and at the door. Bake sale, Art show, Dance show & guest performances from “Keystone” & the TASS dance program!

 Volunteer hours

If anyone is interested in being an usher at the Peterborough Theatre Guild for volunteer hours and free plays, please see Mr. Thompson.

Gsa holiday party

Happy GSA Thursday, Kenner! Do you love the holidays? Do you wish you could spend your entire life watching Hayley Kiyoko music videos?? Well, come on down to Room 222 at lunch to the GSA’s holiday party, where we’ll be screening all of Hayley Kiyoko’s music videos!!

Lost and found

Lost & Found items are piling up in the Main Office!

If you have misplaced anything this year – water bottles, lunch bags, sweatshirts, jackets, shoes, pencil cases and more – please stop by the Main Office this week to check the Lost and Found.

Any items not claimed will be donated to the Free Cycling Room.

Word of the day

Today’s word of the day is “sequence”.  The word sequence can be used as a noun to mean “a particular order of things”.  For example:  The content of the program should follow a logical sequence.  The word “sequence” can also be used as a verb-an action word to mean ”to put things in a particular order” For example:  Betty sequenced the photos before putting them in the album so she could show little Billy’s life from birth to his current age.

School Spirit Week

Today is Holiday Hat Day…. Good job, Kenner!

Thanks for participating!!  Tomorrow

Is Holiday Sweater Day.

Gratitude

Thank you to Ms Russell and her talented teams of dancers.  Your performance last night was incredible. 

Thanks also to Ms O’Connell and her talented artists for the beautiful art show last night.  Kenner students rock!

Thank you, Mr. Poley,

Thanks to Mr Poley and the Hospitality students for the excellent Turkey lunch on Wednesday.  The food was delicious!  

 Volunteer hours

If anyone is interested in being an usher at the Peterborough Theatre Guild for volunteer hours and free plays, please see Mr Thompson.

Jr girls volleyball

The Jr. Girls volleyball team ended 2018 with a strong showing at home, posting a 3-3 record.  The Rams beat Norwood 2 games straight, lead by strong setting from Asha Chandra and Esther Choi.  Great hitting by Emily Martinez and Ava Hawkins.  The Rams then faced TASS and won the first game easily by a score of 25-13.  The Rams much-improved defence and strong communication was the reason for the win against the Griffins.  Great work, Kenner!

  Lost & Found items are piling up in the Main Office!

If you have misplaced anything this year – water bottles, lunch bags, sweatshirts, jackets, shoes, pencil cases and more – please stop by the Main Office this week to check the Lost and Found.

Any items not claimed will be donated to the Free Cycling Room.

Word of the day 

Today’s word  of the day is “dazed”.

Dazed:  mean stunned or stupefied with a blow, shock, etc.

Example:  The batter was dazed after being hit in the head by the pitched ball.

Synonyms: groggy, preoccupied, senseless

School Spirit Week

Today is Holiday

 Sweater Day.

Happy Holidays

We hope you have a wonderful, restful, fun-filled holiday with family and friends.  Be safe and see you January 7th!

 Cross country skiers

Attention Cross Country Skiers:

There will be a meeting at the beginning of lunch in the Fitness Room.

Jr basketball

Junior Basketball practice today at 3 p.m.

Sr Boys practice today at 4 p.m.

Jr girls volleyball team

A reminder to the Jr Girls Volleyball team.

Practice today is a late practice at 4 p.m. in the Small Gym.

Jazz and concert bands

There will be no jazz or concert band rehearsals this week.

They will resume next week.

 Parent meeting for Winnipeg trip

Attention Participants of the Winnipeg trip.

There will be an important parent meeting tonight at 6pm in the library to provide information about the trip and get forms signed. Please attend.

Jazz and concert bands

There will be no jazz or concert band rehearsals this week.

They will resume next week.

 Wrestling

Attention:  All wrestlers who plan to go to the tournament in Uxbridge on Friday, weigh-ins will be in the Cage at the beginning of lunch today.

Girls volleyball

In period 3 and 4 today, there is a Girls Volleyball tournament.  We are looking for 8 people to keep score until 4:30.

Please see Mr. Tummon in Room 121, if interested.

International night

Just a friendly reminder that International Night meeting will be tomorrow NOT TONIGHT.

Sr girls volleyball

Despite a fire alarm that halted play for a freezing half hour, the Sr. Girls Volleyball team showed signs of getting ready for the playoffs, going 2-4 vs. Haliburton, St. Thomas Aquinas. Practice tonight is cancelled. See you on Monday.

Cross country skiing

Congratulations to our Cross Country Skiers, who challenged difficult conditions yesterday during their skill and sprint session. Amazing effort by all!

You represented Kenner well!

International night

There will be an International Night meeting in Room 235 at the end of school today.

Jr volleyball

The Jr Volleyball team is excused @ 12:45 P.M. to travel to Port Hope for their matches.

Meet at 12:45 p.m. in the foyer.

GSA

Happy GSA Thursday, Kenner! Did you know that in 2017 Leyna Bloom became the first transgender model of colour to be featured in Vogue India?

The GSA will be meeting today at lunch in Room 222. Guys, gals and non-binary pals are welcome!

Grade 10 science fair

The Grade 10 Science Fair is happening today at 12:30 – 2:00 in the Library. Come on down and see cutting edge Science come alive.

Friday night badminton

Due to the basketball tournament, Friday night Badminton is cancelled this week.

Jr boys basketball

Yesterday in Jr Boys Basketball action, Kenner defeated Holy Cross 50-31.  The Spencer brothers combined for 20 points scored.  Adam Weide had 7 points also.  Roan Haggerty’s defence was solid with countless blocks.

Good job, Rams!

Sr boys basketball

The Sr Rams were defeated 84-36 by Holy Cross last night.  Leading the scoring was Blake Lahay with 13, Hayden Gurney with 11 points, and Aslan Fox with 7 points.  The Sr. Rams will be hosting a basketball tournament today.

Go Rams!

Lost and found

A pair of black Adidas basketball shoes were left on the bench in the foyer last night.  They were still there when the Custodians opened the building at 7:00 this morning.

If anyone picked up these shoes this morning, please return them to the Office A.S.A.P.

Friday night badminton

Due to the basketball tournament, Friday night Badminton is cancelled tonight.

Exam info letter

Home room teachers are asked to please distribute the exam information letter in your mailbox, to students, today.

Concert band

Concert Band will be on Thursday morning at 7:30, in the Music Room instead of Wednesday.

See you there!

Mental Health awareness week: There is no health without mental health.  Be kind to yourself and each other.

Boys basketball

Sr. Boys Basketball game today at 3:30 at Kenner

Jr. Boys Basketball game today at 5pm at Kenner

Come out and cheer on your Rams!

Mental Health awareness week - Be kind to yourself and others.

Sr girls volleyball

The Sr. Girls Volleyball team travelled to Holy Cross last night to finish their regular season schedule.  To quote “Tale of Two Cities”, it was the best of times and the worst of times.  After an incredibly slow start against Holy Cross, the ‘beast’ known as the Sr. Girls Volleyball team finally woke up and played its best volleyball of the season, easily defeating Crestwood and leading against the league leading St. Pete’s for most of the 1st game. Strong performances by all players, but net domination by Shyla Halls and Angela Say.

Ski and Snowboard club

Ski and Snowboard club runs tonight.  Board the bus after school on time please

Cell phone found

There was a Samsung phone turned in to the Office this morning.  If it is yours, please come to identify and claim it.

Mental Health awareness week -  Take care of your physical and mental health.  Come out at lunch for a relaxation activity in the cafeteria. 

Jr girls volleyball

The Jr Girls Volleyball team members are excused at 2:15 p.m. for their tournament at Kenner.

Exams begin next week....talk to your teachers about any work you might have outstanding so you can get it handed in before the end of the semester.  Make a study plan and get started!  Study tips and help available through the Student Success Room and the Resource Room.  

Jr girls volleyball

Despite all the effort, the Jr. Girls Volleyball team was defeated by St. Peter’s and Holy Cross.

However, the momentum switched and the girls swept Crestwood in 2 games.  Outstanding play by Lu Kamar.

Our next practice is Monday after school.

To co-0p office

Could the following students please come to the Co-op Office (across from the Cafeteria) to meet with Mrs. Hill for a very brief meeting:

Devanne Beaulne, Ben Craine, Lauren Sparks, Thoren Barclay-Seaborn, Bret Black, Alexa Ethier-Paul, Evan Moore, Josh Palmer, Joseph Schweymaier, Jordan Sheldon and Nolan Truax.

Mental Health awareness week

Jr boys basketball

In basketball action last night, Kenner defeated TASS 50-39.  Scoring for Kenner were Roan Haggerty-Goede – 16 pts, Devin Osborne – 11 points, Adam Weide 6 points, Ashton Roche – 6 points and Wes Evans with 5 points.

Sr boys basketball

In Sr Boys action, TASS defeated Kenner with a score of 46-36.

Scorers were Blake Lahay with 9 points, Josh Heard with 6 points and Isaiah Cook with 6 points.

Library books

Library books!  Library books!

If you have any Library books that you’ve had for more than 3 weeks, then they are overdue.  Please return them today or tomorrow.  If you aren’t sure if you have any Library books, please check your edsby email.

Survey

All students please take 1 minute NOW to access our student poll in “School Talk” in Edsby for an important 30 second survey.

Thank you to all teachers in advance.

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.

New Kindergarten families are invited to attend one of our five, free upcoming regional Kindergarten Information Sessions.  Current Kindergarten families are also welcome to attend.   Parents and caregivers will learn about the Kindergarten Program and the new provincial Kindergarten report card.   Attendees will also have the opportunity to meet with community agencies and partners that serve families, and together, we will provide strategies to help prepare your child for Kindergarten and support your child at home.  

January 29th - Brighton Public School

January 30th - C.R. Gummow Public School

February 5th - Harold Longworth Public School

February 7th - Duke of Cambridge Public School

February 12th - Roger Neilson Public School

All sessions are 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

http://kprdsb.ca/content/dam/kpr/documents/KindergartenParentInfoSession2019.pdf

Starting high school in September? We invite current Grade 8 students, parents and guardians to join us at Grade 8 information nights to learn about the variety of programs available to help learners meet with success.

Several schools have already held their open houses; parents can contact those schools directly for program and registration information. Contact information is available in the Find A School section of www.kprschools.ca

The following open houses are coming up:

              Bowmanville High School, Bowmanville – January 16, 6 p.m.
              Kenner Collegiate Vocational Institute, Peterborough – January 16, 7 p.m.
             Clarington Central Secondary School, Bowmanville – January 17, 6 p.m. 
             Courtice Secondary School, Courtice – January 17, 6:30 pm.
              Port Hope High School, Port Hope – January 17, 6:30 p.m.

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