Hot Lunch Options on Monday!

Posted October 20, 2014

We are pleased to share that we are now offering a hot lunch option to our students for Mondays! In consultation with our School Council we have decided to try a variety of Pasta Selections from Boston Pizza and Subs from Subway. All ordered items will arrive at the school for students just prior to […]

High School Info Nights for Gr. 8 Parents

Posted October 14, 2014

The dates for the upcoming grade 8 parent information nights for all WRDSB high schools has been added to our calendar.  Look for the paper copy in grade 8 report card envelopes.

WRDSB Parent Involvement Committee is Taking Applications

Posted October 10, 2014

The Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) of the Waterloo Region District School Board invites parents/guardians of students currently enrolled in a WRDSB school to apply for positions on the WRDSB Parent Involvement Committee. The mandate for the WRDSB Parent Involvement Committee is to: • Provide information and advice on parent engagement to the Waterloo Region District School […]

September School Council MInutes

Posted September 30, 2014

Thanks to the great group of parents who came out for our first council meeting.  We greatly appreciate the questions, feedback and robust conversation. Attached please find the minutes. MargAveSchoolCouncilMinutesSeptember2014 All parents are always welcome.  Our next meeting will be Monday, November 24 at 6:30 p.m.  Why not enter the date in your calendar now […]

Caring, Interested and Supportive Parents Wanted!!!

Posted September 26, 2014

School Councils Research has proven that the involvement of parents and guardians in their children’s education has a positive impact on improved student learning and helps to create a sense of community at the school. The support of the community has also proven to be an enhancement to that positive learning environment. By working together […]

Trauma Informed Parenting Workshop

Posted September 25, 2014

Please see the attached flyer for details – for your convenience the same workshop is offered on 3 different dates! Trauma Informed Parenting Workshop Flyer Sept 2014

Margaret Ave’s Revised Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Policy

Posted September 25, 2014

2014 Bring Your Own Device Guidelines Technology presents so many wonderful learning opportunities but also brings some challenges.  Our goal – to leverage the positive attributes to accelerate learning while purposefully creating positive digital footprints. Mrs. Giannopoulos has reviewed the guidelines with all of our students this week. Parents, we appreciate you taking time to […]

Welcome Class 86!

Posted September 25, 2014

As you may be aware, we have experienced very high student enrollment numbers in all our grade 8 classrooms.  All of our classrooms currently have a minimum of 30 students and some have more. After extensive and on-going consultation with the Waterloo Region District School Board staff and our School Superintendent, it has been determined […]

Help Us Reach Our Fundraising Goal!

Posted September 15, 2014

2015 Treasures® Coupon Book Fundraising Campaign! This year, our school is running a Treasures® Fundraising Campaign! We are thrilled to offer this valuable savings book to our Margaret Avenue families.  Our goal is to give our hard-working families a break – a break in terms of their expenses; day-to-day spending, weekend treats or family activities, […]

2013-2014 Yearbooks have arrived!

Posted September 12, 2014

Yearbooks are here – if you ordered one in June please visit the office to pick it up. If you missed out and are interested in purchasing one now please call the office and reserve your copy.  We will be handing out pre-orders first but anticipate that we may have up to 20 for purchase […]

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