| Changes coming to our parking lot | http://cle.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/school-news/3 | Changes coming to our parking lot | <p></p><p>Last school year we had a safety audit with the Simcoe County Student Transportation Consortium (SCSTC). This team observed the traffic patterns and flow during arrival and dismissal times. In September the school board shared these new guidelines for safe arrival and dismissal. Specifically it stated:</p><ul><li>Supervision starts fifteen (15) minutes before bell time and ends fifteen (15) minutes after bell time. School staff will contact the parent/guardian, followed by emergency contact for any student who is not picked up within this time. </li><li>Designated bus loading zones are out-of-bounds during arrival and dismissal times, with the only exception being Simcoe County Student Transportation Consortium buses. Parents are not allowed to drop off or pick up in the bus zones. </li><li>Once buses have departed and the loading zone is opened up by school staff, traffic must be in constant flow in this area at all times, meaning no unattended parked vehicles in this area. </li><li>Unattended vehicles must be parked in an approved parking space, outside of the bus loop with the engine turned off. </li></ul><p><strong>What does this mean for Clearview Meadows?</strong></p><ol><li>We need to change our procedures to ensure student and staff safety.</li><li>The bus loop will be completely closed for ½ hour in the morning and again in the afternoon, each day. The only permitted traffic will be school board busses and vans. </li><li>The bus loop will be open for flowing traffic at other times, but parking on the south side of the bus loop will no longer be permitted during school hours.</li><li>Our bus loop is always a fire lane and access for emergency vehicles will always be a priority.</li></ol><p><strong>When will the change occur?</strong></p><p>Tuesday, October 14th. Until that time, our staff will be talking to drivers and handing out reminders to anyone visiting our school, so no one is surprised by the change when it occurs.</p><p><strong>Where can we park?</strong></p><ul><li>25 spots in front of our school</li><li>Both sides of Johnathon Court (south of the school)</li><li>Both sides of Locke Ave, East of the NO PARKING signs</li><li>14 spots at SCI community lot</li><li>Wyant Ave (North side of school) </li></ul><p>The Clearview Bylaw Officer will be providing us with an updated map next week, clearly showing where the Township permits on street parking. </p><p><strong>Frequently Asked Questions</strong></p><p><strong>Q: </strong>Can I park in the bus loop during the day to pick up a child?</p><p><strong>A: </strong>As of Oct 14th, all parking will occur in the community lot in front of the school. </p><p>Parking is not permitted in the bus loop during school hours.</p><p><strong>Q: </strong>What about after hours? Can I park in the bus loop while I wait for my child who is at a team practice?</p><p><strong>A</strong>: Before 8 a.m. and after 4 p.m. the bus loop is not monitored. The school will not be asking parents to move their cars at that time.</p><p><strong>Q: </strong>How will I know when the bus loopis completely closed?</p><p><strong>A: </strong>The pylons will beplaced at theentrance. In the first week or so, our bylaw officer and OPP community officers will be there to answer questions and assist.</p><p><strong>Q:</strong> Is this just at Clearview Meadows?</p><p><strong>A: </strong>All schools were asked to move towards closing their bus loops, if it wasn't already in place. Most schools do not permit parking in the bus lane. </p><p><strong>Q: </strong>The parking lot doesn't seem big enough for all the staff and visitor parking. What can be done about that?</p><p><strong>A: </strong>The staff has grown in recent years, and the staff lot is now full. SCDSB staff are aware of the parking limitations, but are pleased that we have 25 public spots in front of the school and 14 at the high school. We can share that alternatives for parking are being considered. </p><p><strong>Q: </strong>Why wait until October to make the change? </p><p><strong>A: </strong>The guidelines were released the second week of school and we wanted to make sure we consulted theschool staff, bus company, Clearview Township Bylaw Officer, as well as the OPP to ensure safety for all. As well, we needed to have signs fabricated, and that process will be completed the first week of October. Feedback from School Council last year clearly stated that parents would want to know why the changes are happening and have a little time to prepare for it. For all these reasons this change will occur after the Thanksgiving weekend.</p><p><strong>Q: </strong>Where can I find more information?</p><p><strong>A: </strong>A full description of the Supervision, Arrival and Dismissal Procedures is available on the SCDSB's <a href="http://www.scdsb.on.ca/Parents/Safe-and-Healthy-Schools/Pages/procedures.aspx" target="_blank">Safety Procedures page</a>.</p><p>Safety is our priority at Clearview Meadows and these changes are designed to make our parking lot and bus loop safer. Thank you for your understanding, patience and assistance with this process.</p><p><a href="/Documents/Parking-Lot-Changes.pdf" target="_blank">Download a PDF version of the letter</a> that was sent home to families. </p> | | | |
| French as a Second Language information sessions, registration this January | http://cle.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/board-news/26 | French as a Second Language information sessions, registration this January | <p></p><p>The Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) offers French Immersion (FI) and Extended French as a Second Language (EFSL) at select schools throughout the county. In January, information sessions will be held for parents, and registration begins later that month.<br><br>FI begins in Grade 1 and is offered at 12 elementary schools. EFSL begins in Grade 5 and is offered at 10 elementary schools and eight secondary schools. These programs give students a bilingual education and the opportunity to become fluent in a second language.<br><br><strong>Information sessions</strong><br>Elementary schools that run FI or EFSL will be hosting an information session for parents of children in Senior Kindergarten and Grade 4. To find out which school your child would attend for FI or EFSL, please <a href="http://www.scdsb.on.ca/Programs/Pages/French-Programs.aspx" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration:underline;">click here</span></a>. <br><br><strong>School Session date/time</strong><br>Admiral Collingwood - EFSL only Jan. 8 at 6 p.m.<br>Alliston Union Jan. 13 at 6 p.m.<br>Ardagh Bluffs - EFSL only Jan. 13 at 6 p.m.<br>Cameron Street - FI only Jan. 13 at 7 p.m.<br>Ferndale Woods - FI only Jan. 6 at 6 p.m.<br>Forest Hill Jan. 7 at 7 p.m.<br>Goodfellow Jan. 14 at 6 p.m.<br>Hillcrest Jan. 14 at 6:30 p.m.<br>Mundy's Bay Jan. 13 at 6 p.m.<br>Oakley Park - FI only Jan. 13 at 6 p.m.<br>Regent Park Jan. 8 at 6:45 p.m.<br>Warnica Jan. 12 at 6:30 p.m.<br>WH Day Jan. 7 at 6:30 p.m.<br>Worsley - FI only Jan. 6 at 6:30 p.m.<br> </p><p><strong>How to apply</strong><br>To apply for these programs, parents must complete the online application form at <a href="http://www.scdsb.on.ca/" target="_blank">www.scdsb.on.ca</a> under Programs, French as a Second Language. Parents who do not have Internet access at home, or who require other assistance accessing the online application, should contact their school.<br><br>The <strong>FI application form will be available from 9 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 19 until 9 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2015.</strong><br><br>While every effort will be made to accommodate all FI applications, available space and staffing will determine how many students can be registered in the program. Applications will be processed in the order they are received electronically. One application form must be completed for each child.<br><br>The EFSL application form will be available from<strong> 9 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 21, until 9 p.m. on Thursday, Jan 22, 2015.</strong><br><br>EFSL is an open access program. This means that any student starting Grade 5 in September 2015 will be eligible for the EFSL program, and all online applications will be processed. One application form must be completed for each child. <em>Please note: The 2016-17 school year will be the final year for a student to apply for Grade 5 EFSL. When the Grade 1 FI cohort reaches Grade 5 in September 2017, EFSL will be phased out on a year-by-year basis. Registration in EFSL for Grade 5 will not be available within the SCDSB in September 2017.</em></p> | | | |
| Stayner CI welcomes parents, students to high school info night | http://cle.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/board-news/24 | Stayner CI welcomes parents, students to high school info night | <p>High school is an exciting time—there are so many programs, clubs and activities for students to try. Stayner Collegiate Institute is hosting an open house on <strong>Thursday, November 27 at 6:30 pm </strong>for Grade 8 students and their parents! </p><p>This event will provide parents and students with an overview of high school life and the many opportunities Stayner CI offers. It's also a great chance to ask questions. If you can't attend the event, call the school to book an appointment to visit. </p><p>Visit the SCDSB's <a href="http://www.scdsb.on.ca/Schools/Pages/highschool.aspx" target="_blank">High School page </a>for the full schedule of information nights for other high schools. </p><p><strong>Stayner Collegiate Institute</strong><br><strong> </strong>7578 Hwy. 26, Stayner<br>705-428-2639</p> | | | |
| Headlice Treatment Information | http://cle.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/school-news/8 | Headlice Treatment Information | <p><a href="/PublishingImages/Lists/LocalNews/AllItems/FORM%20A7210%20-%202%20Head%20Lice%20%20Treatment%20Sheet%20Apr%201%2014.pdf"><img width="16" height="16" class="ms-asset-icon ms-rtePosition-4" src="/_layouts/15/images/icpdf.png" alt="" />FORM A7210 - 2 Head Lice Treatment Sheet Apr 1 14.pdf</a></p> | | | |
| Bus cancellation information in case of inclement weather | http://cle.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/board-news/20 | Bus cancellation information in case of inclement weather | <p>Although fall has just arrived, winter is just around the corner in Simcoe County. With it comes the possibility of severe weather, challenging winter driving conditions and, as a result, possible bus and school event cancellations. </p><p>All information regarding cancelled buses in Simcoe County is posted on the Simcoe County Student Transportation Consortium's bus information website at <a href="http://www.simcoecountyschoolbus.ca/" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration:underline;">www.simcoecountyschoolbus.ca</span></a>. Check our <a href="/about-us/transportation">Transportation</a> page to see which zone our school is in. When buses are cancelled, please remember that schools are still open (unless otherwise noted) for student learning. </p><p>The Consortium, in conjunction with bus operators, will make the decision to cancel school buses before 6 a.m. and as such, will make every effort to post announcements between 6 and 7 a.m. Parents should also note that inclement weather cancellations are effective for the whole day and buses cancelled in the morning will not run at the end of the day.</p><p>You can also subscribe to receive bus delay notifications here: <a href="https://scstc.ca/Subscriptions" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration:underline;">https://scstc.ca/Subscriptions</span></a> and you can follow the Consortium on Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/SCSTC_SchoolBus" target="_blank">@SCSTC_SchoolBus</a>.</p> | | | |
| Welcome to our new website | http://cle.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/school-news/2 | Welcome to our new website | <p></p><p>Our website was recently upgraded with a fresh look and new features. It is now fully mobile and tablet friendly, with a special adaptive design that works on all devices. Read about some of the highlights below.</p><p><strong>Find out What's New</strong><br>Our <a href="/about-us/news"><span style="text-decoration:underline;">What's New</span></a> section is where you'll read about all the exciting things going on in our school. It's also where we will post updates during emergency situations. Keep an eye on this section to stay up-to-date. Coming soon, you will be able to <a href="/subscribe"><span style="text-decoration:underline;">subscribe</span></a> to receive these updates by email so you can stay informed wherever you are. <br><br><strong>Find out What's Happening</strong><br>Check out our <a href="/about-us/events"><span style="text-decoration:underline;">Events</span></a> calendar to see the great things upcoming in our school. All Board-wide dates like PA Days and Holidays are available, as well as our school-based events. <br><br><strong>Learn About High School</strong><br>The <a href="/students/high-school"><span style="text-decoration:underline;">High School</span></a> page under Students gives an overview of what to expect in high school, and provides resources for parents to help their teen with the transition.</p><p><strong>Pay Fees Online</strong><br>The <a href="/parents/pay-fees"><span lang="EN-CA" style="text-decoration:underline;">Pay Fees</span></a> page is found under the Parents menu, and provides the link to access SchoolCash Online to pay for things like field trips and lunch days. Credit Card payments are accepted.</p><p><strong>Newsletters</strong><br>All of our monthly school newsletters will be posted on the <a href="/parents/newsletters"><span lang="EN-CA" style="text-decoration:underline;">Newsletters</span></a> page under Parents. They will also be emailed out to you when you sign up for a subscription to our website.</p><p>Take a look around our new website and try out all the new features. Tell your friends and family to visit us too!</p> | | | |