Oki, Dadanast'ada, Âba wathtec, Tânisi, Taanishi, Helló, Привет, 你好, Bonjour, and Hello Somerset School Families
A HUGE thank you to The Friends of Somerset School in addition to all the families who are volunteering for the School Casino over the next couple of days. Your time and efforts in supporting this important fundraiser will have a lasting impact on our school's ability to provide incredible opportunities and experiences for our students. We are truly grateful for your generosity and commitment to our school community.
Opening Nov. 24 at Non!
Book your Parent-Teacher CONFERENCE Sunday, November 24 opening at noon.
When:
- Thursday, November 28 between 4:30pm-7:30pm
- Friday, November 29 between 9:00am-12:00pm
How to Book:
Conference Booking goes live Sunday, November 24 at noon.
Sign up using your MyCBE account .
Attending your child's Parent-Teacher Conference is a valuable opportunity to connect with their teacher and gain insight into their progress and needs. It is a chance to discuss how we can work together to support your child's growth and success this school year. We look forward to partnering with you to ensure the best possible experience for your child.
Thank you for your continued involvement!
Upcoming Week's Updates
- Monday: Casino Fundraiser (School Council)
- Thursday: Parent-Teacher Conferences (Evening)
- Friday: NO CLASSESS for Students - Parent-Teacher Conferences (Morning)
Word of the Week: Passionate
Definition:
Having or showing strong feelings or a deep interest in something; filled with enthusiasm or intense emotion.
Example Sentence:
Our teachers are so passionate about teaching that they spent hours preparing their lessons to ensure each student is inspired to learn.
Morphology of the Word:
- Root: Passion – derived from the Latin word passio, meaning "suffering" or "emotion." Over time, it evolved to mean a strong feeling or enthusiasm.
- Prefix: None – The word "passionate" does not have a prefix.
- Suffix: -ate – This suffix is often used to form adjectives, meaning "having the quality of" or "characterized by."
Winter is Coming!
As the weather turns colder, please ensure your child comes to school dressed warmly with jackets, hats, mittens, and other essential clothing to stay cozy throughout the day.
- LABELING CLOTHING
To help us quickly return any lost items, kindly label your child’s clothing with their name.
- DONATIONS
If you have gently used winter gear such as jackets, snow pants, toques, gloves, boots, or other clothing, we would be grateful for your donation. Our supply of extra clothing has been running low, and your contributions will help keep all students warm and prepared for the season ahead.
Important Dates Ahead (Next 6-8 Weeks):
- 28 November – Parent-Teacher Conferences (Evening)
Sign up using your MyCBE account - 29 November – Parent-Teacher Conferences (Evening)
Sign up using your MyCBE account - 7 December – Outdoor Space Renewal Engagement (2:30-4:30 PM)
- 11 December – WINTER CELEBRATION (in the PM)
- 19 December - Hot Dog Lunch Fun Lunch (Cut-Off: 14 December)
- 20 December – Last day of Classes
- 23 Dec. - 3 Jan. 2025!
- 6 January – Classes Resume
As we look ahead to another exciting week, let’s continue to approach each day with a passionate commitment to supporting our students and fostering a community of care and growth.
Hand to Heart,
Nathan Bane
Principal, Somerset School