Thursday, 17 December 2015

Happy Holidays



As we approach the end of the 2015 calendar year, we take time to reflect upon Trillium Woods’ community successes and its dedication to improving student achievement.  The staff have been busy implementing the various curriculum expectations in classrooms, meeting as divisions and grade teams to discuss and plan program activities which will bring out the best in each student and allow them to be successful with their learning.

Communication between home and school is an essential element of student success.  We appreciate your ongoing involvement in your child’s education, the time spent communicating through the agendas, and the conversations you have had with staff.  We look forward to continuing our partnership in the upcoming year.

We would also like to thank parents for their ongoing support at home. Helping with homework assignments and discussing your child's school day provides the opportunity for support and positive reinforcement. Furthermore, it provides parents an opportunity to exercise strategies used at school to reinforce key concepts. 

The holidays are a terrific opportunity for our students to enjoy the greatness of our Canadian winter.  Encourage your children to play outside, skate, toboggan or simply play in the snow.  And while indoors, take the time to play board or card games with your children.  Games that involve strategic thinking enhance critical thinking skills and provide invaluable family time where you can share in the gifts that each of your children bring to our community every day. As a school community, we are indeed blessed with committed and caring individuals.

As the holiday season is upon us and 2015 quickly draws to a close, we wish to extend best wishes for the holidays and for a happy 2016. We are confident that the two week break will prove to be a restful and pleasurable time for families to spend together.  Thanks to all of you for all that you do to make Trillium Woods a great place to be. Whether you come to School Council meetings, participate as a parent volunteer, or come to school open houses and special events — your involvement and presence matters and we value the time, treasures and talents you bring. We look forward to greeting your children upon their return from the holiday on Monday, January 4th, 2016.