A different October...

Hello parents and caregivers,

We know that this October brings turmoil & uncertainty for a lot of families.  We, along with you, hope for a resolution to the upcoming strike that will benefit our children, teachers & public schools.  

Please note, that starting October 6th there will be NO SCHOOL. For the most up-to-date information about the strike action from CBE please visit: CBE labour action news

For those of you who have already ordered the October Fun Lunch, you can visit healthyhunger and cancel your order. It will be saved as credit toward any future orders.

October activities, such as field trips and the Halloween dance will be cancelled.

Once school does start up again, kids will need more supports than ever. Part of what Friends of Hawkwood School Society does is raise money to support students by:

-The Sensory Room 

-Artists in residence programs (dance, drama, art, etc.) 

-Updated computers and tablets for classrooms

-Buses for fields trips & field trip subsidies

-Books and library resources 

-Specialty physical education programs 

-Sports Day 

-Musical instruments

- Supplying additional learning tools to those new to English

-School furniture 

-We also aim to foster community within the school by hosting dances, movie nights, parent education nights, etc...

 

In order to do this, our BIGGEST FUNDRAISER, the casino,  is taking place November 7 & 8th, and positions need to be fully staffed by volunteers.

In the past, the casino fundraisers have brought between $60,000- $80,000 to Hawkwood school to supply the above mentioned supports!

The Casino fundraiser will happen regardless of a strike and we 

NEED VOLUNTEERS. 

 

These funds are integral for us to make Hawkwood School a place with opportunities & activities that benefit every child.  As of Oct 2nd, we have 13 spots that still need to be filled and we need your help to fill them.

 

Please click on the link for more information and to sign up: Hawkwood Casino Information

 

I have further questions!

Shoot us an email at hawkwoodsc@gmail.com

Thank you for helping Hawkwood School! 💗

Friends of Hawkwood School Society

Back to Blogging!

Hello Hawkwood School Parents & Caregivers,

We've heard feedback from you about needing clearer communication on events and we are going to start up the (previously retired) School Council & Friends of Hawkwood School Blog again!

We sincerely thank the parent volunteers that came out early this Friday the 19th morning to get the 'Muffins & Mingling' breakfast going. Thank you for helping to make it happen!

It was awesome to see the big turnout of parents & family coming together over coffee and muffins. It was a great way to start the day and the first month of school. Sage Valley Commons Tim Hortons co-sponsored this event and we are so grateful for their generosity & help to build community!

What is the Hawkwood Casino Fundraiser & why should I care?

Well, we'll tell ya!

Every two years, Hawkwood School has the opportunity to partake in casino fundraising. This means that we volunteer at the casino and in return, get a portion of the pooled funds. It is our biggest fundraiser. Last time we raised approximately $80,000 from it.

The funds go directly toward Hawkwood School which means 

• Field trip subsidies 
• Residencies in school - like Fit Set Ninja
• School furniture
• Chromebooks and technology for classrooms
• Reading programs for kids 
• E-learning tools for our EAL students
• Parent presentation nights
• Movie nights
• Dances

Without adequate volunteers for this fundraiser we will not be able to provide our kids with what we have in the past.

What do I do on a volunteer shift?

There are different jobs available such as a banker, cashier, chip runner, and count-room staff. You do not have to know anything about a casino or be a whiz with numbers to do these jobs. There are different time slots available, and we absolutely understand that because of jobs & life, people cannot always do a slot. If you want to help but are unable, please forward this information on to someone you think might be able to help. There are also on-call positions in case someone doesn’t show up. 

All of the positions are supervised by casino staff and you are given very clear instructions on what to do. Most people find there is some downtime and bring a book or spend time snacking and hanging out.  'Tis recommended to sign up with your friends! You can expense a meal and snacks provided by the casino, click the volunteer link below for more info.

Click here for more info: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0E4AAFAD2CA7F49-44101441-hawkwood#/

Where and When is the Casino?

This year the casino is at ACE Casino Airport, 40 Aero Crescent NE. 

It is happening Friday, November 7th & Saturday, November 8th

How do I sign up?

You can click this link and sign right up! 

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0E4AAFAD2CA7F49-44101441-hawkwood#/

I have further questions!

Shoot us an email at hawkwoodsc@gmail.com

Important Dates Coming Up:

• Sept 24 - Fun lunch

• Sept 29 - Non Instruction Day (No School)

• Sept 30 - National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (No School)

• Oct 3 - Truth and Reconciliation assembly

• Oct 13 - Thanksgiving NO SCHOOL

• Oct 15 - Fun Lunch

• Oct 20 - PD Day NO SCHOOL

• Oct 23 - Halloween Dance 6:30 pm

• Oct 31 - Halloween (students may dress up)

Have a great month!

Friends of Hawkwood School Society & Hawkwood School Council