Glenburnie Public School

<h1 class="editor-heading-h1" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grizzly Update – November 21, 2025</strong></b></h1><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Dear Glenburnie Families,</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We’ve had a wonderful stretch of learning, community connection, and school spirit here at Glenburnie. Classrooms continue to showcase exciting, hands-on learning, and students are fully engaged across all grades.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Earlier this week, we were pleased to welcome our Superintendent, </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Mike Blackburn</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">, for a visit. Mr. Blackburn spent time in several classrooms and commented on the strong, caring relationships between students and staff, the high level of student engagement, and the warm, positive feeling throughout the building. It was a great opportunity to highlight the wonderful work happening daily at Glenburnie.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We would also like to share our appreciation for our </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Glenburnie School Advisory Council (SAC)</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. Our recent </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Movie Night</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> and the trip to the </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Frontenacs game</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> were both tremendous successes. These events bring our community together, give families a chance to connect, and create special experiences for our students. Thank you to SAC for your hard work and support.</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">See Yourself in Limestone – Student Census (Nov. 24–28)</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A reminder that the&nbsp;</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Student Census</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;will take place the week of&nbsp;</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">November 24–28</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;for students in&nbsp;</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grades 4 to 12</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. The census is a voluntary, confidential survey that helps us better understand the identities, experiences, and needs of our students.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Key points:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Participation is voluntary</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Responses are confidential</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Students may answer as much or as little as they choose</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Opt-Out Information</strong></b><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you prefer that your child not participate, please contact the school principal. Students who are opted out will not receive the survey and will be given an alternate activity.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Opt-Out Deadline: Friday, November 14, 2025</strong></b><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you miss the deadline but still wish for your child not to complete the census at school, please contact the office next week and we will support you.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Resources—including FAQs, video overviews, and survey copies—are available on the LDSB website.</span></p><hr><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Important Public Health Update – First Confirmed Case of Influenza A</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Southeast Public Health (SEPH) has confirmed the&nbsp;</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">first case of Influenza A</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;for the 2025–2026 season. Please take a moment to review the information below so we can continue keeping our school community healthy.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">About Influenza</strong></b><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Influenza can cause mild to severe illness and may lead to serious complications, even in otherwise healthy children and adults.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Immunization</strong></b><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The&nbsp;</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">flu vaccine</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;is the best protection and is available free for all Ontarians aged&nbsp;</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">6 months and older</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Available through health-care providers and pharmacies</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">SEPH is offering immunization clinics for children under 5 who cannot receive it from their primary provider</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Everyday Prevention</strong></b></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wash hands frequently with soap and water or use alcohol-based sanitizer</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Assist young children in using sanitizer and store it safely out of reach</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Symptoms of Influenza</strong></b><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Fever (over 38°C), dry cough, chills, headache, muscle aches, sore throat, runny nose, loss of appetite</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Young children may also experience nausea or vomiting</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">When to Keep Your Child Home</strong></b><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Please keep students home when unwell. They may return once they are:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Fever-free, and</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Their symptoms have improved for at least&nbsp;</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">24 hours</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;(48 hours for vomiting/diarrhea)</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">SEPH recommends wearing a&nbsp;</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">well-fitting mask for 10 days</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;after symptoms begin.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">For more information, please visit Ontario’s respiratory illness webpage.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Pink Shirt Day – Friday, November 21</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Tomorrow is </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Pink Shirt Day</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. Students are encouraged to wear pink as a symbol of kindness, inclusion, and standing up against bullying.</span></p><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Lion’s Club Dance – Friday, November 21 (Grades 5–8)</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Also tomorrow evening, Grade 5–8 students are invited to the </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Storrington Lions Club Dance</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">All proceeds from this event go </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">directly to Glenburnie Public School</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you to the SAC volunteers who will be helping at the dance.</span></p><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Spirit Day – Monday, November 24: Moustache Day</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Students are invited to show their Grizzly spirit with </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Moustache Day</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">—real, drawn-on, or paper moustaches encouraged! Mr. Spiers and Mr. Morency are hard at work growing their moustaches for the day!</span></p><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Candy Cane Lane – Donations &amp; Volunteers Needed</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We have already received many wonderful donations for our annual </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Candy Cane Lane</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">, and we are grateful for your generosity.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We are still accepting:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">new or gently used “gift-worthy” items</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">wrapping paper</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">tissue paper</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">gift bags</span></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">gift tags</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Please drop off items with </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Ms. Kim</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> in the office.</span></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Volunteers Needed – December 15, 16, 17</strong></b></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We need help:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">setting up tables</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">organizing the donated items</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">assisting students with choosing and wrapping gifts</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you can help during school hours, email </span><a href="about:blank" rel="noopener" class="editor-link"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">glenb@limestone.on.ca</strong></b></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> with your availability.</span></p><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Mittens Drive</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We continue to collect </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">warm mittens of all sizes</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">, especially for our youngest students. Thank you to all who have donated—your kindness is truly appreciated.</span></p><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Jingle Bell Walk &amp; Roll – Friday, December 5</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Our annual </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Jingle Bell Walk &amp; Roll</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> will take place on </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday, December 5</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We will once again be supporting the </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">local Food Bank</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">, and donations can be dropped off in the office.</span></p><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Holiday Concert – Thursday, December 18</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Save the date!</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Our </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Holiday Concert</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> will be held on </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thursday, December 18</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Performance times and class details will be shared soon.</span></p><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Glenburnie School Clothing Orders</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">School clothing is now available to order for the holiday season!</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Families can browse and purchase through the following link:</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" target="_new" rel="noopener" class="editor-link"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://specialtytrophies.ca/4g/glenburnieps/</strong></b></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">There are </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">many great selections</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">, including hoodies, T-shirts, and other Grizzly-themed items.</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you are hoping to have items in time for the holidays, please place your order </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">as soon as possible</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></p><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Hot Lunch Ordering</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Hot Lunch is available online.</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Families can follow the steps outlined in the PDF below:</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">How-to-Order-Guide (1).pdf</strong></b></p><hr><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you for your continued support and for helping make Glenburnie such a warm, caring, and community-focused school. We are proud of our Grizzlies each and every day and truly value our partnerships with families.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Warm regards,</span><br><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Mr. Morency</strong></b></p>

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Dear Glenburnie Community,</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">As we approach the National&nbsp;Day&nbsp;for Truth and Reconciliation and&nbsp;Orange&nbsp;Shirt&nbsp;Day&nbsp;on September 30th, we are reminded of our responsibility to engage intentionally in learning about the Residential School System and the true history of relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples in what is currently known as Canada. This is a&nbsp;day&nbsp;to honour the children who never returned home, to stand with Survivors, and to commit to reconciliation in our classrooms and communities.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We encourage all students to wear orange on the 30th to remind us all of our shared commitment to reconciliation.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><br></p>

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Dear Glenburnie Community,</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">At Glenburnie, we are proud to continue Terry Fox’s legacy of hope, courage, and determination. Every donation made helps fund vital cancer research and brings us one step closer to the world Terry dreamed of—a world without cancer. Your generosity, big or small, makes a real difference. Together, we can keep Terry’s dream alive.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Due to the forecasted weather this Thursday we've changed our date to Thursday, October 1st. Please find the link to donate below:</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fschools.terryfox.ca%2FGlenburniePSGlenburnie&amp;data=05%7C02%7Cmorencys%40limestone.on.ca%7C17a0af23168f45490c2e08ddf9d5ffbe%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638941419710941977%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=QU1qAc2LeD6Tv0Hda4dfDFqjfvjC8sABY2RyiqVDLtU%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: http://schools.terryfox.ca/GlenburniePSGlenburnie. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">http://schools.terryfox.ca/GlenburniePSGlenburnie</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Sincerely,</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Mr. Morency</span></p>