Fairfield News September 4

Thursday, September 4, 2025 DAY 2

What an amazing first two days! It was great to catch up with all of our families. The children are enthusiastic and already into the groove! We hope you've had a few relaxing moment to digest the summer and look forward to the new year.

The bus lane is used in the morning as a "Kiss and Go". Your child will exit the car and staff will ensure the enter the fenced in yard. If you want to get out of the car to walk your child to the yard you are asked to park in the parking lot.

The bus loop must move quickly to accommodate cars and buses. We did well this morning and yesterday but we must make sure we are quick; or you'll get a honk from the bus driver.

No parking in front of the school or dumpsters ever. Families are walking through the parking lot and could step out in front of a vehicle. Safety is our first priority.

Meet the Teacher Open House

We invite you to a Meet the Teacher Open House on Thursday, October 2nd from 4-5. We will also have our annual Scholastic Book Fair open from 4 - 5:30.

Outdoor Forest Play

This year, our grade 4-8 students who want to play in the forest at recess will be a Forest Club. Ms. Duncan is the captain of the club! To be in the club, you must come to the meetings, sign a contract and have parent permission.

We met today and went over our autumn plans. Tomorrow, students will sign their contract and we will go out as a club to demonstrate the rules and regulations. Parents can look on school-day.com this weekend to sign the parent form. No students will play in the edge of the forest without permssion.

HOT LUNCH INFORMATION WILL COME OUT NEXT WEEK

Timetable

Medical Conditions

This message is intended for the families of students with prevalent medical conditions where documentation is needed by the school:

To help us gather important medical information about your child, we ask that you select the correct Plan of Care form below, complete it and return it to the school as soon as possible. If you require us to administer daily medication, you will also need to complete the necessary paperwork for us to be able to do this.

Daily medication will need to be dropped off at the school. Students cannot carry medications in their backpack, at any time. Please call the school to make arrangements for drop off.

**Be sure to also include the supplementary forms if medication may need to be administered by school staff.

Health and safety of our kids is our first priority. Thank you for helping us stay informed on your child's medical conditions and Plan of Care.

Supplemental Forms

Click below for necessary supplementary forms needed including:

• Form 314-A1 - Authorization and Request for Administration of Prescribed Medication Medical Procedures
• Form 314-A2 - Administration of Medication
• Form 314-A3 - Administration of Epi-Pen
• Form 314-B1 - The Administration of Medication and or Medical Procedures to Students Record of Procedures
• Form 314-B2 - Medical Procedure Form

School Council Needs You!

Wed. Sept. 17th at 6:00

Hello from our Falcon School Council!

Every school in Ontario invites parents to be part of their school team. This is your invitation to join our Fairfield Elementary School Council!

Are you a parent/guardian who likes to hear what is going on at the school each month? Do you enjoy making decisions on how to raise money? Do you want to meet parents from the school community? Do you want to meet other families and be more social? Are you a kindergarten parent who wants to find out more about our school?

If you answered YES to any of these questions, we can't wait to meet you at our first meeting!

WHEN: Wednesday, September 17th at 6:00 in person at the school - walk through the front doors and we will direct you to the correct room!

7:00 ELECTIONS for new 2025 School Council

* Please stop by the school or email us to put your name in the election - you can also put your name forward at the first School Council Meeting.

Are you of Indigenous descent? We would love to have your voice at our table! Please contact the school if you are interested in joining us. There are also opportunities for our Indigenous families to network with other families in LDSB! Let your voice be heard!

There will be FREE babysitting for your school aged children! What more could you ask for?

We can't wait to meet you!

School Council Jobs

Chair

• Represents, works with and provides support to all school community and council committee chairs. This person works closely with the school principal, school staff and parents to enrich the education of all students. Additionally, they preside over and conduct monthly council meetings, set agendas and schedule meetings (in consultation with the principal). The chair promotes discussion amongst council members and the community, receives and reports on correspondence sent and received by council. Acts as coordinator between the school board and council. Receives documentation from board and keeps council advised of board decisions, activities etc. Supports programs, initiatives and activities led by other council members and contributes to the monthly council newsletter.

Vice Chair

• Presides at meetings in the absence of the chair or upon the incumbent’s inability to serve. Responsible for overseeing all sponsored events and programs.

Treasurer

• Works with the council and coordinators in developing an operating budget, keeps a full and accurate account of receipts and expenditures and serves as the liaison with the LDSB. Additional responsibilities include depositing/disbursing funds on behalf of the council, the preparation of monthly financial statements, and the preparation & filing of all necessary financial reports, where applicable.

Secretary

• Attends scheduled council meetings, records, maintains and distributes minutes of meetings, keeps non-financial records of council.

Indigenous Representative

• This is a newer position with the School Council and will evolve and grow organically.

Fundraising Coordinator

• Plans, manages fundraising activities of council. Works closely with treasurer and often works with a subcommittee.

Event Coordinator

• Plans and organizes events for the school community. Often works with a subcommittee.

Other Possible Members

• This could include Divisional Representatives, Inclusive Education Coordinator, Teacher Appreciation Coordinator, etc.

More information about School Councils, including a toolkit of information, can be found on the Limestone District School Board website at: https://www.limestone.on.ca/school-council

Nomination Forms will be available at the meeting.

Upcoming Dates

September

• Monday, September 8 - RUNNING CLUB BEGINS
• Wednesday, September 10 - Fire Drill
• Wednesday, September 17 - School Council Meeting 6:00 Join Us!
• Thursday, September 18 - Fire Drill
• Tuesday, September 23 - Lock Down Drill
• Monday, September 29 - Friday, October 3 - Scholastic Book Fair
• Tuesday, September 30 - National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

October

• Thursday, October 2 - Meet the Teacher Open House 4-5/Book Fair 4:00 - 5:30
• Friday, October 10 - PA Day
• Monday, October 13 - Thanksgiving Holiday

November

• Friday, November 14 - PA Day
• 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