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APRIL 2019
Principal: Jennifer Robinson Vice-Principal: Joseph Pileggi, Stacy Moonsammy
Acting Vice-Principal: Gayle Rotenberg Office Manager: Marinka Hilton
Office Assistants: Kavita Mahadeo, Julie Booth Guidance Counselor: Viviana Millones-Solorzano
Superintendent: Mrs. P. Daws (905-451-2862) Ext. 4230 Trustee: Ms. Balbir Sohi (416-828-4330)
Principal’s Message
Greetings Beryl Ford Families,
We hope that you enjoyed the Spring Break in March with your families. Even though March was a
shorter month, there was much learning happening at Beryl Ford Public School. Throughout the month,
our academic clubs (OFIP for Grades 3 and 6 students, Counting on You for Grade 7 and 8 students and
Licensed to Learn tutoring) ran on a continuous basis. We also spent the last two weeks of March
implementing the Health Curriculum in our Grades 1 through 8 classrooms. Our Forest of Reading Cafes
supported students who have a passion for reading and who are participating in our Red Maple and
Silver Birch reading programs, which have been organized by our school library. We also hosted our
Annual Math and Munchies and EQAO information night where students and families participated in
math problem solving using gigantic manipulatives in the gymnasium.
Our extra-curricular programs kept students busy during Nutrition Breaks as well. Clubs including Junior
and Intermediate Choir, Chess, March Madness Intramurals, Bucket Drumming and Bhangra kept
students active. Additionally, our clubs with a focus on equity and inclusion were running as well. These
include our Girls Empowerment group, our We Rise Together Boys’ club and our GSA. We also
celebrated ourselves during our Shine Bright Like a Diamond Spirit Day in which staff and students
celebrated themselves by wearing clothing that makes them feel comfortable and happy.
Throughout the month of March, staff and students focussed on the Peel Character Attribute of Respect
and many students received the Respect Award. We also participated in Rock your Socks day in support
of World Down Syndrome Day on March 21.
Also during the month of March, we have also been forward planning for Grade 8 Graduation which will
take place on June 25th from 4:00-8:00 p.m. Student graduation photos are now complete and
interested Grade 8 students are preparing a Valedictorian Speech. Students have also been encouraged
to contribute to our Memory Book by designing and submitting a cover page.
Principal’s Message…cont’d…. Our Hoops for Heart Basketball Tournament held in February raised almost $415.00 for the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Thank you to all participants! In April, our school will focus on the Peel Character Attribute of inclusivity. As part of this theme, we will participate in the Day of Pink on April 10, which focuses on ending all forms of bullying. Our Climate Committee has also planned a door decorating contest, so please watch for pictures of these on our Twitter account (@BerylFordPS). We are also excited to celebrate Education Week from April 8-12. During Education Week we will look forward to seeing our families come out to our Annual Arts Night on April 11, from 5:00-7:00 p.m. There will be a variety of Arts activities showcased throughout the entire school and our library will host a Scholastic Book Fair that evening as well. April is also Earth Month and we will celebrate the earth and environmental initiatives by wearing blue and green on April 18 for our Spirit Day and Earth Month Dance. Proceeds from the dance will help fund the Snack Program. During the month of April, our School Council will also be holding a Chocolate Fundraiser. Students will participate in an assembly to learn about the fundraiser on April 8 and permission forms will be sent home with the students on the same day. If your family is interested in supporting the school fundraiser by selling a box of chocolates, please complete and return the permission form by April 11. Funds raised by the Chocolate Fundraiser will be used towards our playground and school upgrades. The School Council is also looking for volunteers to support the fundraiser. Please contact me if you are interested in helping. Thank you to all of our staff, students and families for another wonderful month. We will look forward to seeing you at our Arts Night during Education Week. We’re looking forward to another wonderful month of learning at Beryl Ford Public School! Ms. Robinson Principal
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Peel board celebrates public education during Education Week
April 8 to 12
Peel public schools will host hundreds of special activities and events to celebrate Education Week 2019.
To give schools plenty of time to hold activities, this celebration of education will be held from April 8 to
12. The theme for this year's focus on education is We Inspire.
In addition to inviting parents and community residents to visit their classrooms during the week, Peel
schools are hosting open houses, plays/musicals, storytelling, environmental activities, awards
assemblies, talent shows and much more.
One of the highlights of Education Week is the presentation of Awards of Excellence and Education
Champion. The award recipients are students, volunteers, staff and community partners who have made
outstanding contributions to public education in Peel. The awards will be presented to 34 deserving
recipients at the Showcase of Excellence ceremony on Monday, April 15 at 7:30 p.m. in the boardroom,
HJA Brown Education Centre, 5650 Hurontario St., Mississauga.
More than 1,000 individuals will also be honoured during Education Week with Awards of Distinction for
their contributions to their school or workplace.
Peel Public Schools Celebrate Education Week
Peel public schools will host hundreds of special activities and events to celebrate Education Week 2019
from April 8 to 12. The theme for this year's week-long focus on education is We Inspire.
During Education Week, our library will be hosting a Scholastic Book Fair from April 8 – 12. We will also be
celebrating Arts Night on Thursday, April 11 from 5:00 – 7:00 pm at our school.
Each year, more than 50,000 parents and community members across Peel attend activities and events
during Education Week. We are looking forward to an equally successful week this year.
April - Earth Month
Earth Month encompasses the international celebration of Earth Day on April 22, 2019. This is the most
celebrated environmental event worldwide. Initiated in 1970, this event has been considered the birth
of the environmental movement.
Each year, more than 6 million Canadians join 500 million people in over 180 countries in staging events
and projects to address local environmental issues. In Canada, Earth Day has grown into Earth Week and
even Earth Month to accommodate the profusion of events and projects. Here are some ways that you
can celebrate earth week with your family:
• create a backyard or schoolyard habitat
• plant a garden or tree
• start a recycling program at home
• organize a carpooling campaign in your neighbourhood to reduce air pollution
• pick up trash in your neighbourhood
• read a book about an endangered species
• make a visit to your local zoo, aquarium or museum
• visit a local park, wildlife area or farm to provide a fun opportunity to learn about the environment
and life
Beryl Ford goes pink on April 10
On Wednesday, April 10, 2019, Peel District School Board schools will recognize Day of Pink. Unlike Pink
Shirt Day, which is meant to combat all forms of bullying, we celebrate Day of Pink in Peel to specifically
combat homophobia, transphobia and biphobia.
“Equity and inclusion is something that all Peel schools teach throughout the year and discuss with
students daily—it is embedded in everything we do,” says Peter Joshua, director of education. “Day of
Pink is just one more way for us to ensure students and staff learn, work and develop in environments
that are safe, equitable, inclusive, respectful and nurturing for all.”
Day of Pink began when a high school student in Cambridge, Nova Scotia, was bullied with homophobic
language because he wore a pink shirt to school. The next day, hundreds of students at his school stood
up to bullying and wore pink to school to show their support for equity and inclusion.
On this day, students, staff and families from across Peel may wear pink and participate in a number of
activities. Here is a list of events happening at our school:
• Students and staff are asked to wear pink on April 10, 2019
• Classroom doors will be decorated in pink
Celebrate Administrative Professionals’ Day
Wednesday, April 24, 2019
Peel schools will pay tribute to administrative professionals on Administrative Professionals’ Day on
April 24, 2019. The day will be celebrated with special activities and events that provide teachers,
students and parents an opportunity to thank the administrative staff who help support student success
each and every day.
The Peel board appreciates the important job administrative staff do each school day and April 24
provides an opportunity to give these individuals the recognition they deserve.
What is Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC)
Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) is a legislated committee that makes recommendations to
the board on matters affecting the education programs and services for students with special needs.
SEAC meets monthly during the school year and consists of three trustees and representatives from
organizations within Peel.
An important focus for SEAC members is to bring forward the views of their organizations and assist
parents in navigating the school system. You can reach out to your trustees or the appropriate
organization to discuss any matters regarding special education or join us at one of our monthly
meetings. All meetings are open to the public and includes a set time for questions from the community.
For more information about SEAC and the meeting schedule visit,
http://peelschools.org/parents/specialed/specedac/Pages/default.aspx
Keeping children safe in and around storm sewers, waterways
Rising and fast moving water in lakes, ponds and creeks is increasingly likely during spring. Children
playing in and around storm sewers and watercourses, entering storm sewers through the outfalls, and
entering storm sewers through access covers is dangerous. The following information will help keep
children safe:
• water flows in storm sewers and watercourses are unpredictable and may change quickly
• toxic gases may be present in and around storm sewers and watercourses
• access is restricted, making rescue attempts are difficult
• tragic falls could take place
Please review this information with your children and let them know how dangerous storms sewers and
waterways are.ParentConnect
Online parent portal to access important student information
Last year, the Peel District School Board launched ParentConnect, an online parent portal to access
important student information.
What is ParentConnect?
ParentConnect is a safe and secure website, created by the Peel District School Board, that acts as a
single point to stay informed and to access all electronic services provided to Peel board parents and
legal guardians.
The parent-friendly website will allow you to:
• view school-based alerts and information
• access real time absence reporting
• view current and historic elementary report card information
• get up-to-date busing information
• review secondary school credit history and diploma status
• and more
To learn more about the benefits of ParentConnect, visit our school website or
www.peelschools.org/parentconnect
Did you know that 1 in 5 students in Peel Region face
barriers related to poverty that prevent
them from fully participating in school.
In partnership with the Peel District School Board, the Peel Learning Foundation was created to enable
Peel board students to achieve personal excellence by providing resources to help them overcome
barriers.
In its first year, the foundation will support Peel board students through:
• Student Emergency Needs program
Depending on the need, the foundation will support individual students with food and clothing, medical
supplies, eyeglasses and transportation costs, or where there is an emergency situation that requires a
compassionate response.
• Student Backpack program
The foundation will provide backpacks filled with school supplies that students need to fully participate
in regular classroom work. The backpacks will be provided to students in need in a respectful and
confidential manner. They are tailored for students in kindergarten to grade 3, grades 4 to 8, and grades
9 to 12. Individuals or organizations who are interested in learning more about and supporting the
foundation can visit www.PeelLearningFoundation.org. You can also follow the foundation on Twitter
(@PeelLearningFDN) and Facebook (www.facebook.com/PeelLearningFDN), and use the hashtag
#CreateHope to join the conversation.Using social media safely
With the growing number of social media sites, it is no surprise that social media is the most common
form of communication for children and teenagers. Posts, status updates, comments, instant messages,
video uploads, tweets and texts have become a regular part of their lives. While there are many positive
benefits to using social media, including staying connected with friends and expressing your interests,
students must be cautious in their use of these networks.
Among the most popular social media platforms used are Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat, Instagram,
YouTube and Whatsapp Messenger. Many of these platforms are free and are available on smartphones
and other electronic devices. These platforms are easy to navigate and often allow information to be
shared instantly, not only with friends, but with strangers. On social media, it is important to remember
that the world is watching.
Here are some tips, provided by the Canadian Safe School Network and GetSafeOnline.org, to keep your
children safe and help them make smart choices when using social media:
• Set some boundaries for your child before they get their first ‘connected device’ (mobile, tablet,
laptop or games console). Once they have it, it can be more difficult to change the way they use it
or the settings.
• Have a conversation about what is appropriate online behaviour and what actions could have huge
repercussions that could damage their reputation and be harmful to others.
• Talk to your child about the kind of websites they look at. Encourage them to speak to you if they
come across something they find worrying or upsetting on websites, games or social media.
• Discuss with your child what is safe and appropriate to post and share online. Written comments,
photos and videos all form part of their ‘digital footprint’ and could be seen by anyone and available
on the internet forever, even if it is subsequently deleted.
• Explain to your child that being online doesn’t give them anonymity or protection, and that they
shouldn’t do anything online that they wouldn’t do face-to-face. Users should only accept people
they know in order to protect themselves from spammers, strangers and others who may be using
social networking sites to commit crimes.
• Unlike when they’re meeting someone face-to-face, children don’t always know who they’re
actually ‘talking’ to online, even if they think they do. Tell your children they must never email, chat,
or text with strangers, and it’s never okay to meet a stranger in the real world.
• Ensure your children set their privacy settings appropriately. Take the time to learn how privacy
settings work on your children’s favourite sites, and teach them how to control their privacy.
• Tell your children never to share personal and private information with anyone online. This includes,
but is not limited to, his or her full name, age, birth date, address, phone number, social insurance
number, credit card information and parents’ full names.
• Limit the amount of time that your children spend on social media platforms and talk about the
importance of healthy and appropriate use of technology.Celebrating Faith and Culture April 2019 DATE CELEBRATION FAITH AND CULTURE April Mmaal and Sucker Moon Aboriginal Spirituality Eve of April 1 or 2 to April 2 or 3 Isra and Mi’raj Islam April 5 Vasant Navratri and New Year’s Day Hinduism April 8 Farvardegan Zoroastrianism April 9 to 27 Month of Jalál Bahá'í April 13 or 14 Vaisakhi or Baisakhi Sikhism and Hinduism April 13 or 14 Saka and New Year’s Day Buddhism and Hinduism April 14 Theravada New Year Buddhism April 14 or 21 (J) Palm Sunday Christianity April 14-20 or 22-26 (J) Holy Week begins Christianity April 17 Mahavir Jayanti Jainism April 18 or 25 (J) Holy Thursday (Maundy Thursday) Christianity April 18 or 20 Nisfu Sha’ban Islam April 19 or 26 (J) Good Friday (Holy Friday) Christianity Sunset of April 19 to 27 Pesach (Passover) Judaism Sunset of April 20 to May 2 Ridvan Bahá'í April 21 or 28 (J) Easter or Pascha Christianity April 22 or 29 (J) Easter Monday Christianity and Canada April 24 Zarathosht-no-Diso Zoroastrianism April 28 to May 16 Month of Jamál Bahá'í April 30 to May 4 Ghambar Maidyozarem Zoroastrianism Celebrating Faith and Culture Backgrounder April 2019 The Peel District School Board is a mosaic of many cultures and faiths from all over the world. To commemorate this diversity, the board recognises special faith and culture days of our communities. April 2019 has several special faith and culture days to celebrate and remember: ________________________________________________________ April - Mmaal and Sucker Moon in Aboriginal Spirituality Mmaal is celebrated by Nisga'a people of the Nass Valley in northwest British Columbia. It is the season when rivers again become accessible after winter. The Nisga'a people can launch their canoes and resume travel on the Nass River. The fourth moon of Creation is called the Sucker Moon by the Ojibwe people. It is believed that Sucker goes to the Spirit World to receive cleansing and teachings for this world during this period. Eve of April 2 or 3 – Isra and Mi’raj in Islam Mi`rãj al-Nabiy commemorates the journey of the prophet Mohammed from Mecca to Jerusalem and his ascension to the heavens on the night of 27th of Rajab (seventh month of the Hijra calendar). This festival is also known as Lailatul-Miraj, Isra Miraj, Isra, Me'raj and Laylat al-Mi'raj. On his return Mohammed imparted this knowledge to mankind. It was in this Ascent that five daily prayers (salat) were made obligatory for Muslims. The holyday will be observed from the eve of April 1st or 2nd.
April 5 - Vasant Navratri and New Year’s Day in Hinduism Chaitra Navratri (April 5 to April 13) begins from this day. This festival is observed twice a year, in the month of Chaitra and then in Aswayuja (September/October). It lasts for nine days in honour of the nine manifestations of goddess Durga. During Navratri (the word literally means "nine nights"), devotees of Hinduism observe a fast and undertake religious activities like puja. This day is also the beginning of a New Year 2074 for Hindu followers of Vikram Samvat Calendar. The New Year’s Day celebrations and festivities vary amongst the many denominations of the faith. Gudi Padwa will be observed on this day and Ugadi will be celebrated on the 6th. April 8 - Farvardegan in Zoroastrianism Zoroastrians following Fasli calendar celebrate this ten day Farvardegan or Farvardingan festival honouring the dead. Followers of the faith believe that guardian angels of humans and spirits of departed souls (fravashis) return to earth during this period and accept the hospitality of relatives. April 9 to 27 - the month of Jalál in Bahá'í In the Bahá'í calendar, there are 19 months of 19 days each. Each month represents an attribute of God. April 8 is the Feast Day for the beginning Jalál, the second month of the Bahá'í calendar, signifying "glory." The Bahá’í day starts and ends at sunset. The first day of each month is known as a Feast Day. April 13 or 14 - Vaisakhi or Baisakhi in Sikhism and Hinduism Celebrated throughout India, Vaisakhi has special importance for Sikhs. On this day in 1699, Sikhs believe that Guru Gobind Singh, the tenth Guru, created the Order of the Khalsa and gave the five articles (kes, kara, kirpan, kangha, kachha) of the faith for amritdhari or initiated Sikhs. This is the holiest day of the year for followers of Sikhism. Sikhs celebrate this day by visiting gurudwaras and distributing kada prasad. Processions led by the Panj Piaras or the five religious men, are taken out. Kirtans and recital of passages from the Granth Sahib are also organized in gurudwaras. On this day, the farmers also commence cutting their harvest.The day is celebrated with Bhangra and Gidda dances in Punjab. Vaisakhi, the first day of the Hindu solar year, is celebrated differently in the many regions of India. The farming communities in the northern states of India celebrate it as an agricultural and harvest festival. For people in Himachal Pradesh, it is a religious celebration and for many others - Bengal and southern states it is the New Year's Day with its distinct customs and traditions. April 13 or 14 - Saka and New Year’s Day in Buddhism and Hinduism The Saka calendar’s New Year’s Day is a religious and cultural celebration for Sri Lankan, Indian, Burmese, Kampuchean, Laotian and Thai Buddhists. The Saka calendar is a lunar calendar based on the Hindu astronomy of the holy Vedas. This New Year's Day is celebrated also by Hindus in many Southeast Asia countries, such as India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Laos, Myanmar and Cambodia over two days. The exact date of celebration is determined by astrologers. New Year's Day observations, traditions and customs vary based on adherent's country however common to all are feasts, gift giving, religious ceremonies and spending time with family and friends.
April 14 - Theravada New Year in Buddhism In Theravada countries, Thailand, Burma, Sri Lanka, Cambodia and Laos, the New Year is celebrated for three days from the first full moon day in April. In Mahayana countries the New Year starts on the first full moon day in January. However, the Buddhist New Year depends on the country of origin or ethnic background of the people. For example, Chinese, Koreans and Vietnamese celebrate late January or early February according to the lunar calendar, whilst the Tibetans usually celebrate about one month later while the Burmese, Cambodian, Sri Lankan and Thai Buddhists celebrate their New Year on this day. April 14 or 21 (J) - Palm Sunday in Christianity Palm Sunday is the first day of Holy Week leading up to Easter for Eastern Orthodox churches who follow the Julian calendar. It celebrates the story of Jesus' triumphant entry into Jerusalem, where people spread palm branches and clothing before him. During Palm Sunday services, many churches distribute cut palm leaves, sometimes woven into the shape of a cross. April 14-20 or 22-26 (J) - Holy Week begins in Christianity Holy Week is the period from Holy Monday to Easter Sunday. In Eastern Orthodox Christianity it is also known as Great Week. It is the last week of Lent. Each of the days of Holy Week has its own traditions of services. April 17 - Mahavir Jayanti in Jainism Mahavira-Jayanti is the festival to commemorate the birth of Lord Mahavira, who was the 24th and the last Jain Tirthankara (enlightened soul). He was born on the 13th day of the rising moon in the month of Chaitra (March/April) in 599 BCE in India. Jain temples all over the world are decorated with flags for the occasion. On his birth anniversary, the followers of the faith observe the day by visiting temples, offering prayers, reaffirming their beliefs, meditating and listening to discourses on Mahavira's life and teachings. Mahavira-jayanti is celebrated not only to mark the birthday of Mahavira, but also to inculcate his teachings in one’s life. Mahavira preached that right faith (samyak-darshana), right knowledge (samyak-gnana), and right conduct (samyak-charitra) together is the real path to attain the liberation of one's self. April 18 or 25 (J) - Holy Thursday (Maundy Thursday) in Christianity Holy Thursday (Maundy Thursday) is remembered as the time Jesus ate a final meal together with his followers. On the evening of Maundy Thursday, Christians remember Judas' betrayal of Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane. The end of Lent is observed differently by the various Christian denominations. Followers of the faith mark this period with prayer, fasting and abstinence. April 18 or 20 – Nisfu Sha'ban in Islam Nisfu Sha'ban is observed on the fifteenth day of the eight month, Shaban in the Islamic calendar. The adherents observe prayers through a night long vigil, read the Quran and ask for forgiveness on this holyday.
April 19 or 26 (J) – Good Friday (Holy Friday) in Christianity and Canada
Good Friday commemorates the execution of Jesus by crucifixion. It is a day of mourning for followers of
the faith. During special Good Friday services, Christians meditate on Jesus' suffering and death on the
cross, and what this means for their faith.
Sunset of April 19 to April 27 - Pesach (Passover) in Judaism
Pesach, or Passover, commemorates the liberation of the Jews from Egypt and slavery. It is celebrated
for eight days. Pesach begins at dusk (before sundown) on April 19th . The first and last two days of the
festival are full holidays - work is not done by followers. A highlight is the Seder (meaning "order") meal
held in each family’s home on the first evening of Pesach, when the story of their deliverance is
recounted as narrated in the Haggadah (the Telling, the Story). Matzah (unleavened bread) is eaten
throughout the festival, as are other foods that contain no leaven and are symbolic to the struggle.
There is a great spring cleaning in the home before the festival to ensure that no trace of leaven is left in
the home during Pesach.
Sunset of April 20 to May 2 - Ridvan in Bahá'í
The festival of Ridvan, considered the "most great festival" in Bahá'í, is a 12-day celebration that starts
at sunset April 20 and runs until sunset May 2. The most important date on the Bahá'í calendar, Ridvan
(pronounced "Riz-wan") commemorates the public declaration of the prophethood of Baha'u'llah, the
acknowledged founder of the Bahá'í faith. The first (April 21), ninth (April 29) and 12th (May 2) days of
Ridvan are all major Bahá'í holy days. Bahá'ís suspend work on the ninth day (April 29).
April 21 or 28 (J) -Easter or Pascha in Christianity and Canada
Easter, also known as Pascha, commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Christians attend special
church services to celebrate the resurrection.
In Eastern Christianity, the oldest and most important festival of the Christian year, it initiates the fifty-
day period culminating in Pentecost. In Eastern Orthodox churches, the church year begins with Pascha.
The holiday's name is derived from Pesach, the Hebrew name of Passover.
While its origins are religious, many Easter customs are less serious and have more to do with celebrating the
beginning of spring: Some of the traditional celebrations include:
• painting eggs in bright colours and pretty designs
• arranging/participating in Easter egg hunts
• giving and receiving chocolate Easter bunnies
April 22 or 29 (J) - Easter Monday in Christianity and Canada
Easter Monday is the day following Easter and is celebrated as a holiday by followers of Christianity.
Adherents celebrate it with many traditions depending on their country of origin. Egg rolling
competitions and dousing each other with water are a few of the traditional celebrations.April 24 - Zarathosht-no-Diso in Zoroastrianism In April each year, Zoroastrians following the Qadimi calendar, commemorate the anniversary of the death of Prophet Zarathustra (Zoroaster), the founder of their faith. Scholars say he lived between 1500 and 1000 BCE in northeast Iran. April 28 to May 16 - the month of Jamál in Bahá'í In the Bahá'í calendar, there are 19 months of 19 days each. Each month represents an attribute of God. April 28 is the Feast Day for the beginning of the third month of Jamál, which signifies beauty. The Bahá’í day starts and ends at sunset. The first day of each month is known as a Feast Day. April 30 to May 4 - Ghambar Maidyozarem in Zoroastrianism Followers of Zoroastrianism celebrate six seasonal festivals, known as the Ghambars. These are associated with agricultural seasons. Ghambar Maidyozarem, the mid-spring feast, celebrates the creation of the sky and the harvesting of the winter crop. Ideas for celebrating special faith and cultural days in your school If you have a colleague who celebrates one of these days, don't forget to offer them best wishes! If you have students in your school who are followers of any of the listed religions: - Make sure the dates are included on your school calendar - Have your principal announce the day over the PA system - Hold an assembly to talk with students about the importance of these days - Include a mention of these days in your school newsletter - Include information on your school website - Display student artwork announcing these days or depicting their ideas about these days - Invite a member of a local faith group to come in and discuss the significance of this day with students - Have class discussions about these days - Ask some of your students who celebrate certain holidays to write a short essay on how they celebrate this day at home. Have them read it to the class to share this celebration with the other students. - Have parents offer a cultural session Questions? If you would like any more information on how to celebrate these days, please call Ashley Bigda, Community Relations Officer at 905-890-1010, ext. 2573 or e-mail her Ashley.Bidga@peelsb.com
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