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Springfield is a proud member of the PRSD Family
December 2019
Springfield is a proud member of the PRSD Family
Merry December Springfield Family!
As the festive season is upon us, I want to wish you a very warm, loving wish of happy
times with your family and friends that is full of joy and wonder for your little ones. I do so
love this time of the year where we sing songs with our students, have the magic of our
elf on the shelf, and there is such a feeling of helpfulness and giving from our students. It
warms the cockles of my heart to know that our students think of those less fortunate, are
thinking of their friends, and excited to be with their loved ones during the holidays.
As we are focussed on giving, I want to invite you all in for our Christmas concert on
December 19th. We have a morning and an afternoon show for parents or family. We do
ask that as you come and stay for the whole performance if at all possible. We have quite
a few of our kids who cannot have a member of their family to perform for, so their
friends’ families fill that role - you are an important part of their community.
On that note, I would invite you to share your heart and thoughts with us - you and your
family’s ideas and thoughts are what students bring with them as part of their identity. It is
an important part of our school’s identity. There are a few ways to share with us - we
have a school council that meets approximately once a month. This is purely for sharing
ideas with myself and the vice-principal on improvements or things to maintain that are
working well. If you do want to volunteer for anything, please contact your child’s teacher
or the office. We are always looking for someone to read with students, to help make
playdough, to help with hot lunches, to help with book fair, etc. If you would just like to
talk with someone about ideas, please contact your child’s teacher or a member of the
school council to bring to one of our meetings to discuss. Your thoughts, ideas, help, etc.
are always welcome at Springfield as this is your family’s school. Our teachers are your
partners in being the adults in your child’s life.
And as the Whos in Whoville sing, with no presents or trees or turkeys or tinsel of any
sort - “Welcome Christmas, bring your light”
Wishing you a light-filled holiday season with your loved ones.
From your friendly, neighbourhood principal -
Sarah Bergeron
December 2019
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Have Your Say on the Divisional School Calendar
In December, we will invite members of our school communities to review
and provide input on the proposed 2020-2021 Divisional School Calendar for
Peace River School Division. We welcome and encourage input from our
families, staff and community members to help us develop our divisional
school calendar, reflecting the needs of our school communities.
All input received regarding the proposed 2020-2021 Calendar will be
reviewed by the PRSD Calendar Committee that consists of a parent, teacher,
principals, management and representatives from neighbouring school
boards. Input from our school communities will be reviewed and considered
as the committee collaboratively develops a calendar for the PRSD Board of
Trustees’ consideration. The Board of Trustees will review the calendar and
input as collected, and then it will be presented to the board for their
approval at the March 2020 board meeting.
Please watch for more information on how to share your input on the school
calendar in the upcoming weeks. We will share more details through
newsletters, websites, email and social media.
This is an excellent opportunity for our families and school communities to be
involved in decision making on a school and divisional level, and we thank you
in advance for your input.
Paul Bennett
Superintendent of Schools
Peace River School Division No. 10
December 2019
Springfield is a proud member of the PRSD Family
Celebrating Metis Week & Louis Riel Day
Louis Riel Day - Nov. 16 is celebrated to
honour the contributions from Louis Riel who
sacrificed his life defending the rights of
Metis people.
Metis Week is the week surrounding Nov.
16 and it honours the Metis who continue to
strive towards rights and recognition as a
distinct nation.
Metis Jig Dance
movement break
during assembly
Nov. 12th
Our Reading Minion for this year will
be… Molly Tice!
1 MILLION MINUTES
Each year Springfield students
are encouraged to keep track of
their reading minutes at home
and at school every day!
Mercer International
sponsors an amazing reading
celebration for schools who
reach 1 Million Reading Minutes
at the end of each school year!
December 2019
Springfield is a proud member of the PRSD Family
Ecole Springfield School is very excited to have started a lunch hour
culture club with grade four students one day a week. The aim of the
club is to learn more about First Nations, Metis and Inuit culture as well
as to meet new friends and have some fun. Mrs. Swartz and Mrs.
McNabb are leading the group which originally had been planned for all
grades from 1 -4. However, the Grade four response has been so great
that we needed to split the grade into four different groups. Each group
will have a six week session consisting of different activities. Last week
students learned a bit about Metis history and participated in an arm
wrestling competition. Mrs. McNabb and Mrs. Swartz were very
surprised to realize how strong some of our group members were. They
must be working out at home!
The Holiday Season is upon us! I have been busy with Second Step and Kimochis in all the
classrooms. We have been lots of work on Empathy and kindness. I am excited to share we
have also started our mentoring program in coordination with Peace High. We have 20
mentors coming to our school Thursday mornings, spending time with various students.
Students chosen to take party were generally students new to Springfield who could benefit
from an extra connection. A couple of students who took part last year are also involved
again this year.. The mentoring program is designed as a 1-1 time with an older friend,
where they can play games and spend time talking. The mentor is both a confidente and a
role model to their younger friends. If you have any questions, please let me know.
This time of year can be both exciting and overwhelming. Attached is a copy of the daily
calm calendar you may enjoy :)
https://static1.squarespace.com/static/57b5ef68c534a5cc06edc769/t/5ca3a2909b747a301ab84b0b/1554227
875640/2019+Daily+Calm+Calendar.pdf
If you need to contact me feel free to email me at mackenzies@prsd.ab.ca or
call 403-624-2143 extension 14151l.
Sandra MacKenzie, Project PEACE
September 2019
Springfield is a proud member of the PRSD Family
PRSD December Safety Message – Personal Safety
As the holiday season approaches, so too do the demands on our families, ourselves
and on our time. It is a busy time of year that can sometimes be overwhelming and we
need to do our best to maintain balance in our lives and consider safety factors.
Both adults and children can feel stress during the holiday season. Keep in mind what
is important during this time of year – the enjoyment of fellowship and celebrating with
family and friends. Remember to take time to reflect and rest.
Holiday preparations often involve much lifting, moving and organizing. It is important
that everyone be mindful of proper lifting techniques and be aware of surface hazards
when bustling about. Ensure that electrical outlets are not overloaded and extension
cords are in good condition and position. Ladder safety should be practiced when
hanging decorations and walkways and driveways kept clear for winter visitors.
Alberta Health Services has prepared an all season injury prevention and safety
suggestion guide for families. Many great tips can be found at
https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/injprev/Page4838.aspx
We wish you a safe and happy holiday season!
Safety Advisory Committee
Thank you to Darren
Weaver (our own
Sharleen Canning's
cousin) owner of
Weaver Group Ltd for
their $1000 donation to
our Food Program!
December 2019
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Office #
780.624.2143
Sun Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Sat
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
No Kindergarten
Toy Drive- Last Day to take Assembly
Begins today out Library Books Last Day to take
out books from
until Dec 19th
Library
8 9 10 11 12 13 14
Count Down to
Zero - Assembly
Bring those books
back to Library
15 16 17 18 19 20 PJ Day & 21
Formal Day & Movie in Christmas
Caroling all Week Break till
Caroling all Week Christmas Afternoon
Jan 5,
Toy Drive over Concert 2020
tomorrow! 9:30am &
1:00pm
22 23 24 25 26 27 28
Happy Holidays!
See you back on Monday, Jan. 6, 2020
29 30 31
★ Back to school Monday, January 6, 2020
★ No Kindergarten Jan. 6th
★ Mini Options on Fridays
★ Jan 21st - Professor WOW Performance
★ Jan 22nd- Motivational Magic Performance
December 2019 ★ Jan 30th- Dress Backwards Day
Springfield is a proud member of the PRSD Family We ask that you
please refrain
from parking in
the daycare
Please call us at parking lot and
school if your child
is sick or plans to be
from blocking
away. The phone their driveway.
number is
780.624.2143
This will help to
and office staff are keep our
available to take
your call at 8am.
children safe as
they move
between the
school and
AFTER SCHOOL PLANS: daycare.
Please ensure that
your child’s daily
after school plans
have been secured
and written in their
agenda for their
teacher to see first
thing in the morning.
December 2019
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