Week of October 20-24, 2025 | ||
Important Upcoming Dates | ||
Mon. Oct. 20 Day 3 | ◆ Diwali |
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Tues. Oct. 21 Day 4 | ||
Wed. Oct. 22 Day 5 | ||
Thurs. Oct. 23 Day 1 | ||
Fri. Oct. 24
| PA Day (No School) | |
School Council Corner | Family Ambassador Program | |
You can engage in your child’s learning at home and school in many ways. This includes getting involved with the school council. The school council provides advice on school matters and helps to strengthen the important relationship between schools, families and their communities. The council includes family members, school staff and community members.
Thank you to all the parents/guardians who joined us for our first School Council meeting on Monday, October 6 at 6:30pm! We are thrilled to have several new members and new co-chairs. Minutes are posted on the school website. We will meet next on Monday, December 1. All are welcome! |
Check out our Family Ambassador Program brochures! These will be updated early this fall with new and returning volunteers.Consider joining as an ambassador to support new families to Bond Lake especially if your home language is not listed. This will allow for the school community to reach more families. Please email tammy.dillon@yrdsb.ca to express your interest.
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Fresh from the Farm: Thank you to all of the families who placed orders for Fresh from the Farm. Orders close tonight (Friday, October 17) at 11:59pm. By purchasing fresh apple and vegetable bundles, you can enjoy healthy, local produce for your family while also supporting Ontario farmers and helping us raise money for the school. This year, families can even choose to purchase an apple or vegetable bundle to be donated to a family in our community. Please click the link to place your order: Fresh From the Farm - Bond Lake PS
If your family could benefit from receiving a donation, please email tammy.dillon@yrdsb.ca to share your interest in receiving an apple and/or vegetable bundle.
Grade 8 Open House - Information Nights: A reminder to parents of grade 8 students that Secondary open houses are taking place this fall. Please visit the YRDSB website for more information. Here are some upcoming events:
- Arts Mackenzie Information Night - Tuesday, October 28, 2025 from 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
- Richmond Green S.S. Information Night - Thursday, December 4, 2025 from 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
The Centre for Black Student Excellence - The Power of Pause: Roots for Renewal: The Centre for Black Student Excellence is inviting all students, families and staff to an evening on Wellness and Well Being. An evening filled with strategies to nourish both mind and body.
Dinner will be provided.
- Date: Thursday, November 6, 2025
- Time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm
- Venue: Tommy Douglas S.S. Cafeteria
Please register by November 3, 2025.
Free Inclusive Virtual Learning Opportunities for Students: Start2Finish, a national not-for-profit organization dedicated to advancing education equity and inclusive learning opportunities for all children, is offering free virtual afterschool programs.
The mission of Start2Finish is to help students thrive by strengthening:
- Reading Literacy, building confidence through accessible and engaging reading experiences;
- Health Literacy, promoting active living and overall well-being through fun, inclusive fitness activities;
- Cultural Literacy, nurturing empathy and belonging by exploring diverse stories (Mirrors and Windows concept) and perspectives that reflect every child’s identity and community.
Students are invited to participate in one of two free virtual afterschool programs:
- Brainworx for students in grades 1-6 (Facebook)
- Junior Coach program for students in grades 7 & 8. (Facebook)
Each program is designed by educators and wellness experts, combining literacy development, social-emotional learning, and physical activity in a welcoming, inclusive virtual environment.
Both programs are completely free for families and led by trained, vetted volunteers who are committed to creating safe and supportive learning spaces. Please see the flyers for all the details.