Island School Visit Grade 5 & 6

Friday, April 05, 2013

Grade 6 Parent(s)/Guardian(s):

Below are some updates about Island School:

Ø  All grade 6s will be going together on April 15 – 17, 2013.
Ø  No food should be sent with your child.
Ø  Students will report to the auditorium at 8:30 on Monday morning (with luggage and sleeping bags/blankets) and the bus will arrive approximately at 9 a.m. Anyone who misses the bus will unfortunately not be able to attend.
Ø  If you indicated any medications for your child on the medical form, please make sure you send them with your child (including inhalers).
Ø  Please check the weather channel for weather updates and make sure your child packs the appropriate clothes needed. Remember, we are on an island and wind may be present.
Ø  When packing, please refer to the “What to pack list” sent home with the permission forms.
Ø  Your child must be able to carry everything s/he brings. Everyone has her/his own items/bags to carry and will not be able to help students carry items.
Ø  Please make sure no electronics or phones come to the Island. Digital Cameras, paper books, paper to draw/write, board games, etc are allowed.
Ø  Please review the expectations of your child’s behaviour on the bus, ferry and at Island school.  


Grade 5 Parent(s)/Guardian(s):

Below are some updates about Island School:

Ø  All grade 5s will be going together on April 17 – 19, 2013.
Ø  All students need to bring a litter less lunch on Wednesday. No additional food is to be sent.
Ø  Students will report to their class at regular time (with luggage and sleeping bags/blankets) and the bus will arrive approximately at 10 a.m.
Ø  If you indicated any medications for your child on the medical form, please make sure you send them with your child (including inhalers).
Ø  Please check the weather channel for weather updates and make sure your child packs the appropriate clothes needed. Remember, we are on an island and wind may be present.
Ø  When packing, please refer to the “What to pack list” sent home with the permission forms.
Ø  Your child must be able to carry everything s/he brings. Everyone has her/his own items/bags to carry and will not be able to help students carry items.
Ø  Please make sure no electronics or phones come to the Island. Digital Cameras, paper books, paper to draw/write, board games, etc are allowed.
Ø  Please review the expectations of your child’s behaviour on the bus, ferry and at Island school.  

Thank you for your help to make this a wonderful trip for your child. If you have any further questions, please contact me through the office by April 11th.

Ms. R. Geridis


EQUIPMENT AND CLOTHING CHECKLIST

General Clothing
r  Pyjamas
r  Slippers or indoor shoes
r  Underwear (3)
r  Socks (4 – 6)
r  Long sleeved shirt
r  Sweatshirt / sweater
r  Warm jacket
r  Long pants (2)

Winter Items
r  Hat
r  Warm, waterproof mittens
r  Scarf
r  Winter coat
r  Snow pants
r  Insulated winter boots
r  Turtleneck sweater
r  Sweater
r  Long underwear (or spare pyjama bottoms or tights)
r  Wool socks (2)

Spring and Fall Items
r  Shorts
r  Sun hat with brim
r  T-shirts (2)
r  Insect repellent (DEET-less than 10%, liquid or stick, not aerosol)
r  Running shoes / hiking shoes
r  Water bottle
Bedding
r  Sleeping bag or 2 sheets
r  Pillow and pillow case

Toiletries
r  Prescription Medication needed for during the trip (+ 1 day extra for emergencies)
r  Toothbrush and toothpaste
r  Soap
r  Shampoo
r  Towel and washcloth
r  Deodorant / anti-perspirant
r  Hairbrush / comb
r  Sunscreen and lip balm

Optional
r  Camera and film
r  Books / magazines
r  Watch
r  Sunglasses
r  Playing cards
r  Board games
r  Bag for dirty laundry
r  Moisturizing cream
r  Ear plugs for light sleepers
r  Water bottle

The Science School has a supply of rain ponchos and rain boots or winter boots for those who need to borrow them.
DO NOT BRING:
Ø  Snacks, gum, candy, drinks
Ø  Radio, tape, CD or MP3 player, electronic games, cell phones
Ø  Money, valuables, knives, matches
Ø  Perfume, cologne

To learn more about our school and program, visit our website at:
http://toes.tdsb.on.ca/residential/island/