Dear Thorncliffe Families, 

We hope you had a wonderful week despite the unexpected winter weather. We are all looking forward to the sunny days ahead! 

We are looking forward to our division 1 students leading the Earth Day assembly on April 22nd at 2:45 p.m. Families are warmly invited to attend and celebrate the learning and efforts of our students.  We will open the doors for families to watch at 2:30 p.m. 

Our next School Council meeting will take place on April 23rd at 6:00 p.m. and will be held online. During this meeting, our Grade 6 teachers will share student work connected to the School Development Plan, as well as highlights and memories from the Grade 6 trip to Drumheller. We always appreciate family involvement and encourage those who are able to attend to join us. As a reminder, orders for the Growing Smiles School Council fundraiser are also due on April 23rd. Fundraisers like this help support valuable school initiatives and enhance student learning experiences. Thank you all for your continued support. 

We are also excited to see continued progress in our upcoming musical. Students have been working hard during rehearsals, and it is all starting to come together. We will continue to share updates as we approach the performance dates. 

A reminder that there will be no school this Friday, April 24th, due to a professional learning day. We hope everyone enjoys the long weekend and has a chance to rest and recharge. 

Thank you, as always, for your partnership. 

 

Warm regards, 

Calleigh & Mary 

 

Morning Traffic: 

This is a friendly reminder to please respect designated bus zones at all times. Parked vehicles in these areas create unsafe conditions for our buses. Additionally, please refrain from making U-turns near the school. This is not only unsafe for our students, but also illegal. 

We appreciate your support in helping us maintain a safe school zone for everyone. 

Morning Supervision: 

As a reminder, morning supervision begins at 9:00 a.m., with doors opening for soft entry at 9:05 a.m. Student learning starts at 9:15 a.m. We kindly ask that students not arrive before 9:00 a.m. unless accompanied by an adult.  

Afterschool Supervision: 

Unless supervised by an adult, students are asked to head home promptly after the 3:43 p.m. dismissal, as staff supervision is available for only 10 minutes after student dismissal.  At the end of supervision after school, students will be asked to head home or come to wait for a parent in the office. 


Updates 

Upcoming Events and Dates of Significance 

  • April: Sikh Heritage Month  
  • April 20-24 – Support Staff Appreciation Week 
  • April 22 – Earth Day: Division 1 | 2:45 pm  
  • April 23 – School Council Grade 6 Share 6:00pm 
  • April 23 – Growing Smiles Orders Due 
  • April 23 – School Council Meeting (Grade 6 Team Share) 
  • April 24 – Maatoomsii’Pookaiks Professional Learning (No School) 
  • April 28- Class Photos  
  • April 30 – OPA Healthy Hunger 
  • April 30 – Anything but a Backpack Day (Leadership Initiative)  

 

  • May: Asian Heritage Month   
  • May 4 – School Bus Driver Appreciation Day  
  • May 4-8th –Mental Health Week including Hats on for Mental Health  
  • May 8th- Musical Dress Rehearsal (Night 1) 10 am 
  • May 11th- Grade 6 Field Trip to the Zoo  
  • May 12th- Musical Dress Rehearsal (Night 2) 10 am  
  • May 13th- Musical Night 1- 6 pm 
  • May 14th- Musical Night 2- 6 pm  
  • May 15th- Professional Learning: No School  
  • May 18th- Victoria Day: No School  
  • May 21st- Healthy Hunger  
  • May 21st- School Council (Hybrid)  
  • May 25th- Gr 6. PAT ELAL Part A  
  • May 25- 29th- Karate Residency 


School Council 

Growing Smiles Fundraiser: Please click here for more details. Orders are due on April 23rd at 11:59 pm.  

Upcoming Meeting: 

The next meeting will be an online meeting on April 23rd at 6:00 p.m. A link will be shared closer to the date.  The council is seeking additional members to add their voices to support our school.  If you have any questions or would like additional information about school council, email thorncliffesc@gmail.com  

 

Musical: 

Class Performances:  

Night 1 | May 13th 6:00 pm:  

  • Ms. Emma (Grade 1/2)  
  • Ms. Brianne (Grade 2/3)  
  • Ms. Luong (Grade 4/5)  
  • Ms. Omanthi (Grade 6) 

Night 2 | May 14th 6:00 pm:  

  • Ms. Aurora (Grade 1/2)  
  • Mr. Larson (Grade 2/3)  
  • Ms. Singh (Grade 4/5)  
  • Mr. K (Grade 6) 

 

What does my child need to wear? 

Costumes are based on colour themes, and there is no expectation to purchase anything new. Please use what you already have at home, and if that is not possible, that is absolutely okay. Participating in the performance is what matters most. Please note that some classes have two different looks. 

All costumes should allow students to move comfortably. Nothing should cover the eyes, and hats must be worn in a way that does not cast shadows on faces. Students should wear safe, appropriate shoes for dancing. If your child is wearing a dress, please ensure they wear leggings or shorts underneath. 

  

Grade 1/2 (Ms. Emma, Ms. Arora) 

Costume 1: Skirts, cardigans (think older grandma clothing) 

Costume 2: Clothes that represent you 

Grade 2/3 (Ms. Brianne, Mr. Larson) 

Costume 1: Green top, jeans 

Costume 2: White top, black bottoms 

Grade 4/5 (Ms. Luong, Ms. Singh) 

Costume 1: Green top, jeans 

Costume 2: Red or blue tops (student will know what colour they need), black bottoms 

Grade 6 (Ms. Omanthi, Mr. K) 

Costume 1: Bright shirt, jeans 

Costume 2: All jeans / western wear 
 

 

2026-2027 Registration and New Year Planning 

  • Registration is now open for Kindergarten to Grade 6 for next year 
  • If your family is planning a move or making a different school decision for next year, please contact the office to let us know when you have confirmed your plan.  This way we can be proactive with transition planning for your child, and it helps us in making decisions as we plan for the next year.