{"id":958,"date":"2024-11-01T14:17:58","date_gmt":"2024-11-01T21:17:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.vsb.bc.ca\/gordon\/?p=958"},"modified":"2024-11-05T12:48:45","modified_gmt":"2024-11-05T20:48:45","slug":"november-newsletter-4","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.vsb.bc.ca\/gordon\/2024\/11\/01\/november-newsletter-4\/","title":{"rendered":"November Newsletter"},"content":{"rendered":"

GORDON HAPPENINGS<\/strong><\/span><\/h1>\n

Students and staff have settled into their learning routines, and there\u2019s a wonderful buzz in the hallways. Thank you for participating in our goal-setting conferences. We hope that you found them informative. Our first written learning update will go home on December 16, 2024. You can find more information on our school website by clicking \u00a0HERE<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Please note our next Professional Development Day is on Friday, November 22, 2024<\/strong>. There will be no school for students.<\/p>\n

I would also like to extend my gratitude to the teachers who led our Cross-Country teams for both primary and intermediate students. Special thanks to Mr. Patrick, Ms. Sinclair, Cindy, and the other staff and parents who assisted. Our students demonstrated their Gordon spirit with outstanding sportsmanship and athleticism and boy did they look stylish in our new Gordon uniforms! Additionally, congratulations to our Gordon senior soccer team for securing FIRST place in the City\u2019s. Thank you to Ms. McPherson and the team for an excellent season!\"\"<\/p>\n

As we know, Vancouver weather can change rapidly, and rain is a common occurrence on the West Coast. Our teachers embrace the outdoors and conduct many lessons outside, regardless of the weather. Please ensure your child has appropriate rain gear when needed. Recess and lunch will also be held outdoors unless the weather is severe and poses a safety risk.<\/p>\n

If families would like some assistance with raincoats, muddy buddies or boots please contact your child\u2019s teacher or Ms. Steele in the office and we can help.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

Kindergarten registration for children born in 2020 begins on November 1st<\/sup>.<\/strong><\/p>\n

All\u00a0kindergarten applicants who were born in Canada are required to apply to their English catchment elementary school. This includes families who wish to apply for choice programs (French Immersion, Montessori, etc.) and\/or a cross-boundary placement.\u00a0 The priority registration period for kindergarten opens on\u00a0November 1st<\/sup>\u00a0and closes January 31st<\/sup><\/strong>. Students who submit an application within this priority period will be accommodated\u00a0before<\/u>\u00a0late applicants.<\/p>\n

Please note:<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0Students born outside Canada must first register at the Newcomer Welcome Centre (NWC). \u00a0Please see the\u00a0NWC website<\/a><\/em><\/strong>\u00a0for more specific information about registration procedures.<\/p>\n

\"\"Applying for Kindergarten is a<\/strong>\u00a02-Step Process<\/u><\/strong>:<\/p>\n

Step 1:<\/u><\/strong>\u00a0First, register your child\u00a0online at\u00a0https:\/\/vsbapplynow.vsb.bc.ca\/<\/a><\/strong>. The online\u00a0tool automatically locates the English catchment school based on a family\u2019s primary home address.<\/p>\n

Step 2:<\/u>\u00a0<\/strong>Once information is submitted online, families need to complete the application process with a visit to their neighbourhood catchment\u00a0school with their child and the required documents before\u00a0January 31, 2024<\/strong>.\u00a0 If your neighbourhood school is Gordon Elementary, then please call the school office at\u00a0604-713-5403 Ext 2<\/strong>\u00a0to make an appointment to verify your supporting documentation.<\/p>\n

Supporting Documents Needed:<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n

The following original documents must be presented to complete your application:<\/p>\n