News for the week of January 9
Parent News
Foundation Skills Assessment (FSA) for Grades 4 and 7
Please read this important information regarding FSA testing.
Next Parents' Meeting: Focus on technology in the classroom
The next Parents' Meeting will be held Tuesday, January 17 at 7:00 in the library. The focus of the meeting will be on "technology in the classroom." Find out how the school's new iPads are being used in class, view a demo of some of the apps, and see the SmartBoard in action!
Immediately following the meeting, we'll be having a Playground Update and Q&A.
Reporting lates and absences
Thank you to the many parents who call into the school office to report that their child will be absent or late. When calling, please remember to include the child's division number or teacher, AND the reason your child is going to be away or late that day. We're required to indicate on the attendance reports the reason for the absence (e.g. illness, medical or dental appointments, vacation). The answering machine is available 24 hours a day for your convenience at (604) 541-1613.
Jump Club for grades 1-3 starts Friday, January 6
The Jump Club tradition continues at Rosemary Heights starting this Friday, January 6 at 8 a.m. Students in grades 1-3 are invited to join in the fun every Friday morning in the gym for the next few weeks from 8:00 - 8:30 a.m.
In order to keep traffic running smoothly, and for the safety of the students, please do not park in the drop-off area. If you are taking your child(ren) into the gym for Jump Club, please park in spaces provided in the parking lot. This will help other parents and staff entering and leaving the parking lot. Thank you for your cooperation with this important matter.
Hot Chocolate sale benefiting Free the Children
On Friday, January 13 after school after school, the Events team will be holding a hot chocolate sale. All proceeds will go to "Free the Children".
Cost is $1.00 per cup. Marshmallows are $0.25 extra. Please bring your own cup or travel mug.
Starbucks Coffee Mornings: next coffee morning is Friday, January 13
Be sure to stop by the school on Friday, January 13 for a cup of coffee or tea, generously donated by the Alder Crossing (Choices) Starbucks. For a suggested donation of just $2, you can fill up your mug and save yourself a trip! Paper cups will also be available. Proceeds will go towards PAC initiatives like our playground, arts and math programs, and more. And next time you're in the Alder Crossing Starbucks, be sure to thank them for their support! You can also like Starbucks Alder Crossing on Facebook!
Big discounts on magazines subscriptions
Renewing or subscribing to a new magazine? You can choose from over 600 popular magazines by subscribing through www.qsp.ca. Simply use our school code, 33077, to register. A portion of every subscription goes back to our school!
Donate your Return-it Bottle Depot recyclables to Rosemary Heights Elementary
If you regularly return your bottles and cans to the Return-It Depot on 24th Ave. and King George or at 152 & Hwy 10 (near the Shopper's), you can ask to have the deposits put on the Rosemary Heights Elementary account. The money raised will go towards our second playground.
B.C.'s new Education Plan: how education is changing
The Ministry of Education recently unveiled a new education plan for B.C. that puts students at the centre of their learning. The new system aims to be more flexible, dynamic, and adaptable to better prepare students for the 21st century. Parents are invited to read the plan and watch a video, and then participate by sending in comments, questions, and ideas. Visit www.bcedplan.ca to find out how education is changing in B.C.
Canucks Day at Rosemary Heights
Have you ever dreamed of meeting a member of the Canucks? We all have. Luckily, Rosemary Heights Elementary had the opportunity to fulfill our dreams. On November 18, 2011 Mason Raymond and Alex Burrows from the Vancouver Canucks visited our school. Filling the school with hockey spirit, they taught us that if we just believe all our dreams and hopes can come true. 14 lucky students were able to ask Mason Raymond and Alex Burrows 7 great questions each. Alongside this visit from the Canucks, our school has raised a spectacular amount of food items donated towards the South Surrey Food Bank. It was a wonderful day for Rosemary. GO CANUCKS GO!!!
News for the week of January 2
Parent News
Jump Club for grades 1-3 starts Friday, January 6
The Jump Club tradition continues at Rosemary Heights starting this Friday, January 6 at 8 a.m. Students in grades 1-3 are invited to join in the fun every Friday morning in the gym for the next few weeks from 8:00 - 8:30 a.m.
Starbucks Coffee Mornings: next coffee morning is Friday, January 6
Be sure to stop by the school on Friday, January 6 for a cup of coffee or tea, generously donated by the Alder Crossing (Choices) Starbucks. For a suggested donation of just $2, you can fill up your mug and save yourself a trip! Paper cups will also be available. Proceeds will go towards PAC initiatives like our playground, arts and math programs, and more. And next time you're in the Alder Crossing Starbucks, be sure to thank them for their support! You can also like Starbucks Alder Crossing on Facebook!
Donate your Return-it Bottle Depot recyclables to Rosemary Heights Elementary
If you regularly return your bottles and cans to the Return-It Depot on 24th Ave. and King George or at 152 & Hwy 10 (near the Shopper's), you can ask to have the deposits put on the Rosemary Heights Elementary account. The money raised will go towards our second playground.
B.C.'s new Education Plan: how education is changing
The Ministry of Education recently unveiled a new education plan for B.C. that puts students at the centre of their learning. The new system aims to be more flexible, dynamic, and adaptable to better prepare students for the 21st century. Parents are invited to read the plan and watch a video, and then participate by sending in comments, questions, and ideas. Visit www.bcedplan.ca to find out how education is changing in B.C.
Reese's pajama drive was featured on Global BC!
In case you missed it, Reese's efforts to collect new pajamas for the Surrey Christmas Bureau was featured on Global BC on Friday, December 2. Watch the video of the broadcast.
News for the week of December 5
Latest news -- Week of December 5
Reese's pajama drive was featured on Global BC!
In case you missed it, Reese's efforts to collect new pajamas for the Surrey Christmas Bureau was featured on Global BC on Friday, December 2. Watch the video of the broadcasts.
Flu Season
We're now getting into the season for the stomach flu and flu virus amongst the students and staff.
If possible, if your child is sick during the night or not feeling well first thing in the morning, we would appreciate you keeping your child home until they are feeling better. This will help reduce the virus amongst the students and staff. If your child has the stomach flu, we request that you keep the student home for 24 hours AFTER the symptoms disappear. Thank you.
New parking signs and four-way stop procedures by the City of Surrey
The City of Surrey has placed new no-stopping signs along 36th Ave. (on both sides of the cul-de-sac) this week. The City has also placed a new 4-way procedures by the school for student safety at 36th Ave. and Rosemary Heights Drive.
We ask you that you would be respectful when parking your vehicles on the school grounds, and respectful of the community's neighbours. There is safe, designated parking for parents to drop off their children off in the morning. The area immediately in front of the school's sidewalk is for drop-off only. It would be appreciated if you do not use these spots to park when coming to the school to visit or stay.
Also, the school driveway is a one-way system. Please enter off of Rosemary Heights Drive and exit on 36th Ave. only. The parking lot is also a one-way system, with the entrance the second driveway as you enter the school. As our school grows we appreciate your help with trying to ease congestion with our school parking lot.
Parent News
Hot Lunch orders due Saturday, December 10
It’s time again to place your hot lunch orders. Ordering is completed online and is available now until Saturday, December 10th after which the online system will close. Login now to www.rosemaryheights.hotlunches.net or read more about the hot lunch program.
B.C.'s new Education Plan: how education is changing
The Ministry of Education recently unveiled a new education plan for B.C. that puts students at the centre of their learning. The new system aims to be more flexible, dynamic, and adaptable to better prepare students for the 21st century. Parents are invited to read the plan and watch a video, and then participate by sending in comments, questions, and ideas. Visit www.bcedplan.ca to find out how education is changing in B.C.
Starbucks Coffee Mornings: next coffee morning is Friday, December 16
Be sure to stop by the school on Friday, December 2 for a cup of coffee, generously donated by the Alder Crossing (Choices) Starbucks. For a suggested donation of just $2, you can fill up your mug and save yourself a trip! Paper cups will also be available. Proceeds will go towards PAC initiatives like our playground, arts and math programs, and more. And next time you're in the Alder Crossing Starbucks, be sure to thank them for their support! You can also like Starbucks Alder Crossing on Facebook!
Donate your Return-it Bottle Depot recyclables to Rosemary Heights Elementary
If you regularly return your bottles and cans to the Return-It Depot on 24th Ave. and King George or at 152 & Hwy 10 (near the Shopper's), you can ask to have the deposits put on the Rosemary Heights Elementary account. The money raised will go towards our second playground.
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News for the week of Nov. 28
Latest news -- Week of November 21
Flu Season
We're now getting into the season for the stomach flu and flu virus amongst the students and staff.
If possible, if your child is sick during the night or not feeling well first thing in the morning, we would appreciate you keeping your child home until they are feeling better. This will help reduce the virus amongst the students and staff. If your child has the stomach flu, we request that you keep the student home for 24 hours AFTER the symptoms disappear. Thank you.
New parking signs and four-way stop procedures by the City of Surrey
The City of Surrey has placed new no-stopping signs along 36th Ave. (on both sides of the cul-de-sac) this week. The City has also placed a new 4-way procedures by the school for student safety at 36th Ave. and Rosemary Heights Drive.
We ask you that you would be respectful when parking your vehicles on the school grounds, and respectful of the community's neighbours. There is safe, designated parking for parents to drop off their children off in the morning. The area immediately in front of the school's sidewalk is for drop-off only. It would be appreciated if you do not use these spots to park when coming to the school to visit or stay.
Also, the school driveway is a one-way system. Please enter off of Rosemary Heights Drive and exit on 36th Ave. only. The parking lot is also a one-way system, with the entrance the second driveway as you enter the school. As our school grows we appreciate your help with trying to ease congestion with our school parking lot.
Winter Clothing Drive
We are in need of gently used and new warm winter clothing for both children and adults. Sweaters, hats, mittens, hoodies, jackets, jeans, shoes, boots, snow pants...whatever that would help a needy child or family would be greatly appreciated.
The warm clothing drive ends this Friday, November 25 at 9 a.m.
Parent News
Poinsettia Sale!
Poinsettias, a beautiful Christmas tradition, are now on sale. Available in red, burgundy, white and pink, these traditional flowers from a local nursery are priced at $12 per 6.5” pot, and includes all taxes, and delivery to the school. Download and print an order form here. Part proceeds will go the Rosemary Elementary PAC. ORDERS ARE DUE WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 23.
Starbucks Coffee Mornings: next coffee morning is Friday, November 25
Be sure to stop by the school on Friday, November 25 or a cup of coffee, generously donated by the Alder Crossing (Choices) Starbucks. For a suggested donation of just $2, you can fill up your mug and save yourself a trip! Paper cups will also be available. Proceeds will go towards PAC initiatives like our playground, arts and math programs and more. And next time you're in the Alder Crossing Starbucks, be sure to thank them for their support!
Donate your Return-it Bottle Depot recyclables to Rosemary Heights Elementary
If you regularly return your bottles and cans to the Return-It Depot on 24th Ave. and King George or at 152 & Hwy 10 (near the Shopper's), you can ask to have the deposits put on the Rosemary Heights Elementary account. The money raised will go towards our second playground.