PD at Preston PS

Posted November 13, 2015

The focus of staff PD was on the board improvement plan for student achievement.  Special attention was given to meeting the diverse needs of our math learners.  

Curling at Preston

Posted November 12, 2015

Our students had the opportunity to learn about curling through the Rocks and Rings program.  Our students first learned about the game and then had a lot of fun with hands on experience indoor roller rocks and brooms.  Thanks to school council for supporting this activity.

Technology upgrades

Posted November 11, 2015

With the arrival of 10 new chromebooks and 10 new ipads we are getting closer to our goal of one handheld device for every two students at Preston PS. Both  Chromebooks and ipads have value as  learning tools for students.  Their portable nature means that they can be used in a variety of settings for seeking […]

Remembrance Day observation at Preston PS

Posted November 11, 2015

      Remembrance day is always a special event at Preston PS.  We are fortunate to be neighbours of the Preston Legion.  Every year we make placemats for their Remembrance Day Dinner.  This year we made 200 for all of the guests.  We are also able to show our support by observing the procession of veterans on […]

IB Info Nights are Coming!

Posted November 10, 2015

The International Baccalaureate Program offers students more flexibility in terms of pace, depth and breadth of study. Students earn credits through a curricular framework infused with internationalism and upon successful completion are granted the International Studies Honours Certificate or the International Baccalaureate Diploma (an internationally recognized curriculum program). An application package for this program is completed […]

Friday, November 13 is a PA Day

Posted November 9, 2015

Friday, November 13 is a Professional Activity Day for teachers. There will be no school for students. Elementary The morning of the PA Day, teachers will spend time in a staff meeting, focusing on student achievement and well-being. The afternoon is reserved for parent-teacher interviews. Teachers will be meeting with parents of children for whom […]

Road safety presentation

Posted November 6, 2015

Our kindergarten students are sharing their ideas about road safety with “Officer Mike, ” our School Resource Officer.  He stressed the importance of all students and adults crossing at the corner to ensure safety for everyone.

Tentative Deal Reached Between Province & ETFO

Posted November 4, 2015

We are very pleased to announce that on November 2, the Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario (ETFO) reached a tentative agreement with the Government of Ontario and the Ontario Public School Boards’ Association (OPSBA). Once the tentative central agreement has been ratified, we will be able to determine the timelines and process for teachers completing […]

French Immersion Registration Information Sessions

Posted November 4, 2015

Registration for Grade 1 French Immersion will begin on Thursday, January 7, 2016 on the Waterloo Region District School Board website at www.wrdsb.ca/french.  Parents/guardians of children in senior kindergarten are invited to attend an information session to learn more about French programs in the WRDSB and the registration process for Grade 1 French Immersion.  Information […]

Preston Panda adventure pathway opens

Posted October 30, 2015

Work was completed today on the pathway that surrounds our creative playground.  Our students are enjoying the adventure of travelling over the rumble bridge, climbing the stepping logs, and stepping on stage.  A huge thanks goes to our whole school community for supporting fundraising, and to the school council and the greening committee for all of the work […]

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