Fern Ave. Public School Blog

The Fern Communications Committee, which is made up of parent volunteers, is seeking two new members. We are responsible for maintaining the Fern blog, sending out weekly email newsletters and generally supporting the School Council initiatives. If you ever find yourself thinking of ways to improve communications within the school community, here is an opportunity to act on it!  We are looking to fill two roles:  email editor  web designer  The email editor roles is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented and comfortable using (or learning to use) web technology.  The web designer/webmaster role requires:  Familiarity with web content management systems such as Wordpress and of other Blog systems Familiarity with current web standards  Knowledge of tools for website management  Knowledge in HTML/CSS and Javascript  Strong communication abilities  The time commitment for both roles is about two to three hours per month, and is flexible in terms of timing/location. You do not need to be

The first meeting of this school year is Wednesday, September 29th.   Zoom link will be sent that morning. Hope to see you all there!

Our school continues to be in search of 4 lunchroom supervisors to help supervise our lunch hour.  This is a paid position. If you are interested and are available from 11:45 am to 1pm daily , please contact Mme Sardella directly.

Our school will proudly take part in the Terry Fox Run/Walk from Sept. 27th to Oct 1st.  While this year's event will still look different from previous years, we are excited we have developed creative ways for all staff and students to take part.  This years Terry Fox Run/Walk will take place over a school week from Monday, Sept. 27th to Friday, Oct 1st. Students will walk, jog and run with their cohort classes around our new track. Senior students may opt to run to Sorauren Park or High Park.  We hope that we can continue to show the great strength and resiliency of our Fern community with your support of one of the greatest Canadian heroes, Terry Fox. Let's all use Terry's message of hope and strength to inspire us during these challenging times.  Donations can be made directly to Terry Fox Foundation at http://www.terryfox.ca/FernAvenuePSToronto .

On Thursday, Sept 30th, our staff and students are encouraged to wear an orange shirt to demonstrate our commitment to reconciliation and continuing the dialogue about residential schooling.   The slogan for Orange Shirt Day is "Every Child Matters". We look forward to observing Orange Shirt Day with our staff and students.  This annual event started in 2013 to recognize the legacy of Residential School System for First Nations, Metis and Inuit People and communities. It is a show of support and understanding of the history of the school system that continues to impact many First Nations, Metis and Inuit people today. Each class will take time on that day to reflect on and discuss the significance of the "Orange Shirt" by participating in school wide activities. Understanding and acknowledging our shared history is a vital part of working towards a better future.

Families are encouraged to subscribe to receive bus route delay notification emails.  To subscribe please follow this link h ttps://www.torontoschoolbus.org

Please note Photo Day this year will be individual photos only by classroom cohort.  Our photographers, Britepics, meet all TPH and TDSB health and safety criteria to be allowed into our building.  All photographers on school premises will complete a wellness check/ screening process in the morning of arrival before entering our school.

We will host a Virtual Curriculum Night on Wednesday, October 6th.   Classroom teachers will connect directly with their families via Google Classroom or Britespace in two sessions.  We respectfully ask that you keep the following in mind:  - The focus of the presentations will be on your child(ren)'s typical day routines, ongoing communication, curriculum programming and assessment and evaluation. If you have specific comments and/or questions pertaining to your child/family, we ask that you please reach out to the classroom teacher separately by email or phone.  - Any questions around the school management of COVID-19 protocols, or other specific school issues are to be directed to Mme. Sardella or Mr. Lefkos. - Sessions are to remain respectful and mindful of our school environment.  We thank you in advance for your patience and understanding if the program or internet connections may not work that evening. If this is the case, classroom teachers will be in touch and will for

The hospital for Sick Children is pleased to provide and partner with Fern to provide this COVID-19 Saliva testing Program.  Under this program we offer the Saliva kits for symptomatic staff, students and household members. Through this program we hope to provide a test that is painless and accessible and help reduce COVID-19 cases in our school community.  Fern is scheduled to start the above program on October 11th.  More details to follow as we get closer to date.

  Click here to view the 4 week Fern menu for the daycare, school and Kindersnack.

Join us for our first school council meeting:  Wednesday September 29, 2021 6:30-8:30pm via Zoom Details to follow.

Dear Parents/Guardians: Due to a technical glitch the KEV/Cash On Line is currently unavailable for registering and purchasing the Kinder Hot Lunch, Kinder Snack and Bagged Lunch. The Kinder Lunch Program   will not be available   for purchasing on September 13 th   as initially planned.  We are hoping to have the entire school on the system and up and running for Monday, September 20 th . Thank you for your patience and understanding.