Friday, October 3, 2025
See you tomorrow at the THRIFT SALE!
Buy winter clothes, shoes and toys at discount prices and suppport our school!
Thank you Coaches and Cross Country Team for a great Sydenham Race!
Mr. Argyle's class went canoeing at Gould Lake Outdoor Centre!
Emil Sher Presentation Coming Soon
We’re excited to welcome Toronto-based author and playwright Emil Sher to our school on October 14 for a special presentation tailored for our primary and junior/intermediate students.
Emil will be sharing their bestselling picture book I Love You More, illustrated by the beloved Barbara Reid, known as the Queen of Plasticine to our primary students. This playful and heartwarming session gives students a behind-the-scenes look at how a picture book comes together. The presentation wraps up with a fun and interactive game where students match word pairs using paper hearts — sparking creativity and connection.
Emil will also be giving a special presentation of Hana’s Suitcase, a powerful and moving doorway into Holocaust education, to our Junior/Intermediate students.
This unforgettable session, titled “Unpacking the Holocaust: A Playwright’s Journey,” introduces students to the true story of Hana Brady, a young girl killed in Auschwitz, whose suitcase ended up in the hands of children in Tokyo decades later. Through the lens of a remarkable Japanese teacher, Emil Sher adapted this story for the stage, pairing the themes of Holocaust and hope in a way that resonates deeply with students of all ages.
Recent teachers reviews:
“We read I Love You More by Emil Sher and Barbara Reid today, and it sparked such a beautiful moment of creativity. After listening, the students came up with their own heartfelt versions, like ‘I love you more than the sun loves to rise each morning.’”
“Unpacking the Holocaust: A Playwright’s Journey is by far the most impactful presentation I have ever seen in my 20+ years as an educator.” — Mike Byers, R. Gordon Sinclair School
“My students were extremely engaged — you could have heard a pin drop! Emil is an amazing storyteller and they hung on every word.” — Theresa Pinho, J.G. Simcoe School
We’re thrilled to offer these enriching experiences to our schooland look forward to seeing their imaginations soar!
LOG HOME CREATIONS
Check out what Fairfield Elementary School Council is planning with the incredible Log Home Creations...Paint Night!!
Spots are $40! You pick your sign, all materials are included! Open to everyone, not just Fairfield families!! Tag your bestie that needs a night out and come support our school!
Email: loghomecreations2057@gmail.com OR send them a message on Facebook to register!!
https://www.facebook.com/share/1EomxYP3kr/
Remembrance Day
We in the process of planning for our Remembrance Day ceremoney. We are looking for veterans or currently serving military members within our school community who might be willing to speak at the ceremony? Please contact the main office and ask for Ms. Woodroffe if you, or someone you know, is interested. We'd love to have you visit.
Tuesday’s (Rotating between Papa’s and Subway)
Thursday’s Dominos
Happy ordering!
How to Order Guide Fairfield ES
Hot Dog Days
Our School Council proudly present one of their most successful Fundraisers... HOT DOG DAY 2025-2026! Profits go to helping pay for school trips!
An inexpensive way to send lunch on Fridays! $2.00 per hotdog
Order at https://www.school-day.com/
When:
Friday, October 17
Friday, October 31 - HALLOWEENIE DAY - Don't miss this tradition! Hot dogs that look like fingers!
Fairfield Clothing Orders - profits come back to the school!
Cross Country News
Upcoming Races:
Wednesday, October 8th - Lancaster Race Around the Park
Wednesday, October 15th - Regional Cross Country Race
Wednesday, October 22nd - District Cross Country Race (*must qualify)
Thank you to our coaches for the dedicating so much of their own time to the team!
Upcoming Dates
October
- Wednesday, October 8 - Lancaster Cross Country Race 4-6pm
- Thursday, October 9 - Bus Safety Presentations K-8
- Friday, October 10 - PA Day
- Monday, October 13 - Thanksgiving Holiday
- Wednesday, October 15 - School Council Meeting 6:00 ALL WELCOME
- Wednesday, October 15 - Region 1 Cross Country
- Thursday, October 16 - Individual Education Plans (IEP) go home
- Friday, October 17 - Hot Dog Day
- Wednesday, October 22 - District Cross Country Meet
- Friday, October 24 - Swim to Survive Grade 3 students
- Friday, October 31 - Swim to Survive Grade 3 students
- Friday, October 31 - Halloweenie Hot Dog Day at school-day.com
November
- Wednesday, November 5 - SCHOOL PHOTO DAY
- Friday, November 7 - Ms. Pennell's Library Trip
- Friday, November 7 - Swim to Survive Grade 3 students
- Friday, November 14 - PA Day
- Wednesday, November 19 - Fronts Game Grades 3-8
- Thursday, November 27 - Grade 7 & 8 Immunization Day
December
- Monday, December 22 - January 2nd - Winter Break
January
- Monday, January 5 - 2026 First Day Back to School
- Friday, January 30 - PA Day
February
- Monday, February 16 - Family Day Holiday
March
- Monday, March 16 - Friday, March 20 - March Break Holiday
April
- Friday, April 3 - Good Friday Holiday
- Monday, April 6 - Easter Monday Holiday
- Friday, April 17 - PA Day
May
- Monday, May 18 - Victoria Day Holiday
- Friday, May 29 - PA Day
June
- Friday, June 26 - PA Day
Contact Us
Principal: Martha Duncan duncanm@limestone.on.ca
Vice Principal and Student Support Teacher: Nicole Onyskiw onyskiwn@limestone.on.ca