Summitview PS

Just so you know, Stingers....each and every one of us misses each and every one of you!!

Things are ramping up for the Stouffville Youth Park. Students met with Councillor Sue Sherban, and the Director of Leisure Services, Sunny Bains. We are now focused on our next steps. At this time we have representatives from many schools offering their suggestions.

To help reduce the spread of COVID-19, York Region District School Board is cancelling Summer Institute programming this summer. This is in line with public health guidelines. Refunds will be remitted to those who have already registered and paid. More: ow.ly/TeOu30qG7Nm

FAMILIES - As we continue with online learning, know that we are here to support you. Please check out our tips for families to support learning at home. #StayConnectedYRDSB #covidEDU Check it out: ow.ly/l5e630qvPrI

The #SkillsBridgeChallenge is challenge #4 in the #SkillsAtHome series! Test your skills in design, planning, and construction with this challenge! Bridges will be judged by longest distance and heaviest weight held. #StayHome #Homeschooling2020 skillsontario.com/skillsathome

Hey Stingers! Here are some things that the Summitview Staff are doing to celebrate spring and keep healthy! Join us for our first Virtual Spirit day on Tuesday, May 12th when we will all "Spring into Action to Keep Fit"! Thinking of you all!!

Is your little one starting Kindergarten in September? Haven’t had a chance to register yet? No problem! #YRDSB is now offering online kindergarten registration at all our schools! Register now bit.ly/KindergartenYR…”

Children can reach their full potential when they have a positive sense of self. This means that they are capable and comfortable expressing their thoughts, feelings, & opinions, & they feel like they matter. Check out the Knowing Yourself activities. ow.ly/ylTR30qBbAq

We have received notice from the Minister of Education that the current closure of all ON schools will be extended until at least May 29. This is in an effort to reduce the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic. All #YRDSB schools will be closed during this time.

We are so grateful for the wonderful Mrs. George and Ms. Dimovski who help to make all of our days run smoothly....we want to THANK YOU for all of your care and expertise....our school would not be the same without you!! Happy Administrative Professionals Day! We appreciate you!

Thank you to YRDSB teacher (and parent) for offering this free seminar to support families with using Google Classroom!

Our Digital Library is always open and available for ebooks, audiobooks, digital magazines, online Lynda course and much more! Do you need a library card? We are now offering Online Library Card Registration. Follow the link and get a Library card! ow.ly/WnBu50z1bY6

While schools remain closed due to #COVID19, Ontario has announced financial support for parents. The new Support for Families will give parents with children ages 0-12 a one-time payment of $200/child. Find out more at: Ontario.ca/Supportforfami…

We hope that all of our learners are enjoying their first day of on-line learning! Remember that this is new learning...so give yourself the time you need to get used to the new learning platform and enjoy the opportunity to reconnect with your teacher and classmates!!!

Our partners @yorkhills have moved their services to a help line! If you need to talk to someone, they're here to help. You can learn more about their services at yorkhills.ca

UPDATE - We are reviewing the requests for technology and finalizing the plan for distribution. We anticipate delivery of technology to secondary students late Apr 14-17. We will share our distribution schedule for Elementary students once confirmed. More: ow.ly/Xyo430qv7iH