| Closures and cancellations due to COVID-19 | http://hew.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/board-news/127 | Closures and cancellations due to COVID-19 | <div><strong>On May 19, the Premier’s Office announced that all publicly funded schools in Ontario will remain closed for the duration of the 2019-2020 school year, in response to COVID-19</strong>. As such, Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) schools and adult learning centres will not reopen on May 31, 2020. The decision to extend the school closure period for the remainder of the school year is based on advice from Ontario's Chief Medical Officer of Health in order to protect the health and safety of students, families and staff. <br></div><div><br></div><div>The following programs/meetings will not run or are closed:<br></div><div><ul><li>Permits (Community Use of Schools)</li><li>All EarlyON and Child Care Centres</li><li>Adult and continuing education</li><li>Dual Credit and Cooperative education programs<br></li></ul></div><div>In addition, the Education Centre and the Career Centre are closed to the public.<br></div><div><br></div><div>Learn more at <a href="http://www.scdsb.on.ca/covid-19">www.scdsb.on.ca/covid-19</a><br></div> | | | |
| School Year Calendar | http://hew.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/school-news/66 | School Year Calendar | <p><span class="ms-rteThemeForeColor-9-5" style=""><em>The </em></span><a href="https://www.scdsb.on.ca/UserFiles/Servers/Server_210898/File/Elementary/Planning%20for%20School/School%20Year%20Calendar/19-20-5-Day-Cycle-Calendar.pdf"><span class="ms-rteThemeForeColor-9-5" style=""><em>2019-2020 school year calendar is available here</em></span></a>. This link can help you keep track of upcoming holidays, PA days, and reporting times throughout the school year. The 5-day cycle schedule is also included and can help students keep track of Phys. ed. days and other subjects that are scheduled on specific days. <br></p> | | | |
| Technology Return & Retirement News | http://hew.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/school-news/73 | Technology Return & Retirement News | <p>June 24, 2020</p><p>Dear Parents,</p><p><strong>REMINDER:</strong></p><p>If you have a school computer or Chromebook (SEA or from the learning commons), today is the day to bring it back to the school. We will be receiving borrowed equipment at the front door of the school from 7 – 11 am today, June 24.</p><p> </p><p><strong>RETIREMENT NEWS:</strong></p><p>We wanted to share some very important news with you. Two of our fabulous staff members are retiring this year. This is their time to celebrate and our opportunity to say a heartfelt thank you.</p><p>Mrs. Prince has been a part of the Hewitt's Creek family for the past 7 years. Before she came to Hewitt's, Mrs. Prince has taught at Shanty Bay, W.R. Best, Forest Hill, Ardtrea, Codrington, Allandale and Algonquin Ridge Public Schools. Anyone who has met Mrs. Prince knows she is a dynamo! Her love of learning and of life is infectious. Our school community has been fortunate indeed. For 27 years, Mrs. Prince's dedication and caring nature has set her students up for success right from the start. She loves children and loves watching and helping them learn and grow. Although we are sad we won't see Mrs. Prince each day, we know that she will be able to spend more time with her grandchildren.</p><p>Mrs Wichert is also retiring this year. It has been wonderful to have her with us for the past few years. We are so appreciative of her hard work and dedication to all her students and her leadership within the school. Before Hewitt's, she taught in York Region. Since moving to Simcoe County, she has taught in Alcona Glen, Trillium Woods and King Edward Public Schools. After 32 years of teaching, Mrs. Wichert deserves to put her feet up and have a well-deserved break, without a bell involved.</p><p>Mrs. Prince and Mrs. Wichert, thank you for giving so much of yourselves to our students and staff. You will be missed at Hewitt's. You know what we say though…</p><p>Not good-bye, but so long, until we see you again. Once you are a part of Hewitt's Creek, you're always part of the Hewitt's Creek Family.</p><p>Kind regards,</p><p>Nancy Jones<br></p><p>Principal – Hewitt's Creek P.S.<br></p><p><br></p> | | | |
| Is your contact information up-to-date? | http://hew.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/school-news/72 | Is your contact information up-to-date? | <p>This communication is intended for families of students who attend Hewitt's Creek P.S.</p><p>As we approach the end of the school year, communication with our families is more important than ever. This message is intended to inform you that our school will be using SchoolMessenger to distribute important information directly to families electronically, including your child's report card and information related to transportation. </p><p>To do this effectively, efficiently and securely, it is important that we have the most current contact information on file, including updated email and telephone information. Families are asked to contact our school directly if information needs to be updated. </p><p>If you have any questions or need to update your contact information, please feel free to contact us at Hewitt's Creek Office (705.728.2774) or email Kim Parnell at <a href="mailto:kiparnell@scdsb.on.ca">kiparnell@scdsb.on.ca</a><em><strong> </strong></em></p><p>Kind Regards,</p><p>Mrs. N. Jones</p><p>Principal, Hewitt's Creek<br></p><p><br></p> | | | |
| June 11 Update | http://hew.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/school-news/71 | June 11 Update | <p>June 11, 2020<br></p><p>Dear Hewitt's Creek Families,</p><p><strong>Tomorrow is our final pick-up day! 9:00am – 3:00pm.</strong></p><p>In true Hewitt's Creek form, our turnout has been fantastic! When we ask, our families come. In this case, I am referring to our Student Belonging Pick-Up. We have had a great turn out so far. Many parents have been quite astonished by the number of items their children have at school.</p><p>If you haven't been by to pick up your child's things, we encourage you to come tomorrow between 9:00a.m. and 3:00p.m. If you have, thank you! We appreciate that you have been so patient and kind. We have organized everything to be a quick as possible. Your co-operation with our 'new rules' has been stellar… of course! That's how we do things at Hewitt's Creek.</p><p> </p><p><span style="text-decoration:underline;"><strong>Student Belonging Pick Up:</strong></span> Please have ready your child's teacher's name, to speed up the process.</p><p>There are two pick up options: </p><p>Gym doors on the north side of building – for walkers (one parent only please).</p><p>Front doors - for curbside pick-up. Place your "order" at the front door, then pull ahead. We will place the bags into your trunk. Please remain in your car during this time.</p><p> </p><p><span style="text-decoration:underline;"><strong>In addition to student belongings:</strong></span></p><p><strong>Medication or medical forms to update</strong></p><p>We will include any medication, currently being stored in the office, in the bag of belongings for pick up. If your child has medication or medical forms to update, please ask for them at pick-up.</p><p><strong>Lost and Found</strong></p><p>Items from our Lost and Found will be on display. Please reclaim your items. Remember to maintain physical distancing, please.</p><p><strong>Drop offs</strong></p><p>If you have any items that you would like to drop off for the school or your child's teacher (i.e. home reading books, library books, etc), please put them in a bag labelled with your child's name, along with their teacher's name, so we can track the item being returned. Please leave the item on the table provided or on the curb after you place your "order".</p><p><span style="text-decoration:underline;"><strong>Health and Safety Guidelines:</strong></span></p><p>No families can be given access to the school. </p><p>We ask that you respect the guideline of social distancing (2 metres). Interacting with others on school property cannot occur and we will politely ask you to move along so we can make the process as efficient as possible for the entire community.</p><p><strong>To those families who borrowed computer equipment or SEA Computers, the return date is: </strong></p><p><strong>June 24 from 7:00 – 11:00 a.m.</strong></p><p><strong>We will use the same format that we did when you picked it up.</strong></p><p> </p><p>See you soon…. From a distance!</p><p>Your Team at Hewitt's<br></p><p><br></p> | | | |
| Student Belonging Pick Up | http://hew.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/school-news/70 | Student Belonging Pick Up | <p>June 9, 2020</p><p>Dear Hewitt's Creek Families,</p><p>We wanted to remind you about student belonging pick-up. Staff have been co-ordinating thousands of items and we are now ready for you. Some of the information is new and improved!</p><p><span style="text-decoration:underline;"><strong>Student Belonging Pick Up:</strong></span> Please have ready your child's teacher's name, to speed up the process.</p><p>There are two pick up options: </p><p>Gym doors on the north side of building – for walkers (one parent only please)</p><p>Front doors - for curbside pick-up. Place your "order" at the front door, then pull ahead. We will place the bags into your trunk. Please remain in your car during this time.</p><p> <img src="/PublishingImages/Lists/LocalNews/AllItems/pick%20up.png" alt="pick up.png" style="margin:5px;" /><br></p><p><span style="text-decoration:underline;"><strong>In addition to student belongings:</strong></span></p><p><strong>Medication or medical forms to update</strong></p><p>We will include any medication, currently being stored in the office, in the bag of belongings for pick up. If your child has medication or medical forms to update, please ask for them at pick-up.</p><p><strong>Lost and Found</strong></p><p>Items from our Lost and Found will be on display. Please reclaim your items. Remember to maintain physical distancing, please.</p><p><strong>Drop offs</strong></p><p>If you have any items that you would like to drop off for the school or your child's teacher (i.e. home reading books, library books, etc), please put them in a bag labelled with your child's name, along with their teacher's name, so we can track the item being returned. Please leave them on the table provided or on the curb after you place your "order".</p><p> </p><p><span style="text-decoration:underline;"><strong>Health and Safety Guidelines:</strong></span></p><p>No families will be given access to the school. </p><p>We ask that you respect the guideline of social distancing (2 metres). Interacting with others on school property cannot occur and we will politely ask you to move along so we can make the process as efficient as possible for the entire community.</p><p> </p><p>Student belongings will be ready for parents to pick up between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00p.m. </p><p>June 10 families with surnames from A – H.</p><p>June 11, families with surnames from I – P.</p><p>June 12, families with surnames from Q – Z.</p><p>We have 700 students which means over 400 families, please bring with you … your patience! </p><p>See you soon…. From a distance!</p><p>Your Team at Hewitt's</p><p>P.S. If you you require alternate arrangements, please contact the school office and leave a message. <br></p><p><br></p> | | | |
| Administrator Change | http://hew.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/school-news/68 | Administrator Change | <p>I wanted to share with all of you that I will be moving to Mapleview Heights P.S. in September 2020. These moves are dictated by senior administration and based on the needs of our schools and the skill set of the administrators. The sad thing, of course, will be bidding all of you farewell. I feel very fortunate to have been at Hewitt's for the past six years. The memories that I have and the connections I have made with all of you, are treasures that I will carry with me, always. I look forward to hearing updates about the wonderful accomplishments of our Hurricanes in the future.</p><p>Mrs. MacAlpine will remain as the Vice Principal at Hewitt's. She will be joined by Ms. Pamela Hamilton, who will be the incoming Principal. Ms. Hamilton comes to Hewitt's with a wealth of experience. She is looking forward to working with the students, our families and our staff. The three of us will work together to ensure the transition is a smooth one.</p><p>"Change is good for the soul." This is something I share when others are making changes! I will certainly keep this in my mind as I start my next exciting adventure. It has been wonderful being at Hewitt's Creek with you. I wish each of you happy trails, wherever they lead you.</p><p>Kind regards,</p><p>Nancy Jones<br></p><p>Principal<br></p><p><br></p> | | | |