Robert Bateman PS

On May 3 the RBPS community is welcome to come to our RBPS Art Showcase and 2nd Floor Art Installation Grand Opening! Our students loved working on this project and are excited to share it. Here’s a sneak peek!

Eid al-Fitr is a joyous celebration that marks the end of Ramadan. We wish a Blessed Eid to all who are celebrating!

Way to go to our Primary architects on the success of their Science Fair last week! Our school had the chance to walk through and take a look at the amazing examples of structures they worked so hard to create.

A HUGE congratulations to our boys’ and girls’ Bordenball teams who took home 1st and 2nd place, respectively, from their regional tournaments this week. Also, a big thank you to our coaches, Mme Boudreau, Mme Irus & Ms Petten, as well as our volunteer drivers. Goooo Bobcats!

Alert: All school buses and vans serving the OCDSB are cancelled today, April 06, 2023, due to poor weather conditions. OCDSB schools remain open, except for multiple schools without power. Click the link for list of schools and EDP programs closed today: ow.ly/Logh50NC2X4

April is World Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month! This month is an opportunity to promote autism awareness and acceptance and focus on inclusion and well-being. Thank you to Ms Elizabeth and our primary students who created this beautiful bulletin board in our primary wing.

Passover is an important Jewish holiday that commemorates the freedom of the Israelites from slavery in Egypt. Chag Pesach sameach to all who are celebrating!

ATTENTION - All school buses and vans serving the OCDSB are cancelled today, Apr 05, 2023, due to poor weather conditions. Schools are still open. Parents are welcome to drop off children at school and pick them up at regular bell times.

Today is #WorldAutismAwarenessDay! 1 in 50 children and youth in Canada are currently diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). When we all work together to promote awareness, acceptance and inclusion, all individuals can reach their full potential.

Each year #EarthHour takes place on the last Saturday in March. We’re hosting our school challenge this Friday, March 24th, and turning off the lights from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.! Learn more: ow.ly/KzSo50NpzvE

Ramadan is a month of fasting, self-examination, and religious devotion that ends with Eid al-Fitr. We wish all who are observing a Blessed Ramadan!

SPIRIT DAYS are back! Join us on Friday, February 4th. We will be celebrating the start of the Olympics with Red & White day to support Canada's athletes! You can wear red and white or the colours of the country you will be supporting.

Our most sincere sympathies go out to our Muslim families and those affected by the horrific hate based attack that took place in London. The loss of life and of a family is horrific and heart-wrenching. We stand with you to fight against Islamophobia, racism and discrimination.

TODAY there is a pop up vaccine clinic at the AMA Community Centre for residents who are 18 years and older living in Ottawa South! No appointment is necessary.

This is how we greet the day at Bateman.

“The smallest initiatives make the largest impact, one exciting example is community members who are planting fruit trees throughout their communities” @rawlsonking is calling out to students with a community challenge on food insecurity! learn more: bit.ly/3xvcXqs

IMPORTANT: All elementary & secondary schools will be closed for in-person learning after the April break. #OCDSB in-person students will begin remote learning starting on Monday, April 19, 2021 until further notice. Visit our website for more information: ow.ly/nPcD50EmVyN

For all those observing, we wish our #OCDSB families a blessed #Ramadan. ow.ly/V2fW50EmMdO #RamadanMubarak

We’ve produced multilingual infographics to explain the new “Shutdown” category of COVID19 restrictions. Please share widely! Follow the link for graphics in: SP, AR, NE, SO, EN, FR bit.ly/ONShutdown

Life is happier when we get outside and move more. Join us for Active April and give your wellbeing an active boost ☀️🤸‍♀️⚽️🚴‍♂️🌿 actionforhappiness.org/active-april #ActiveApril