| Staples Computer Promo | http://tay.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/school-news/119 | Staples Computer Promo | <p>Our school board has partnered with Staples to help create a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) program. They have selected 2 models of Chromebooks and 2 Asus computer models. A letter will be going home with each student with the ordering information - if you choose to participate. There is a link to an online survey, allowing you to choose which option you would like to purchase. If you decide to fill in the survery, you are committed to purchasing the device. Orders must be submitted by Wednesday, June 30th. </p><p>This is a great opportunity to purchase a computer or chromebook at a great price. </p><p>Note: If you do not receive the letter and you are interested, please contact Mrs. Gray and she will arrange for another note to go home with your child. <br></p> | | | |
| SCDSB Parent Portal | http://tay.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/school-news/118 | SCDSB Parent Portal | <p>Notes will be going home about the SCDSB Parent Portal. One letter will go home with students and a second letter, with login info, will arrive in the mail.</p><p>****************************************************************</p><p>The SCDSB Parent Portal is a secure online tool that provides parents/guardians (of students less than 18 years of age) with quick access to their children's attendance and grades. Parents and guardians can set up daily, weekly or monthly email alerts for attendance information.</p><p>To access the Parent Portal, parents/guardians will need their child's Pupil ID Number, which can be found on the Student Information Verification Form sent home at the start of every school year, as well as an Access ID.</p><p>The Access ID will be/has been provided in a sealed letter. If you lose the Access ID, you can visit us in the school office and we'll provide it to you after verifying your identity.</p><p>Each student has a unique Access ID and Student Number. Once a Parent/Guardian has created a Parent Portal account, all students can be linked to that single account.</p><p>Go to <a href="http://ps.scdsb.on.ca/">http://ps.scdsb.on.ca</a> to create a Parent Portal account or login.</p> | | | |
| SCDSB partners with Dell and Staples to provide affordable technology options | http://tay.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/board-news/74 | SCDSB partners with Dell and Staples to provide affordable technology options | <p>The Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) is excited to announce two partnerships for the 2017-18 school year. The SCDSB has worked with Dell Canada and Staples to provide affordable options for families considering a technology purchase. Both programs are approved by the SCDSB.<br><br>Information about both programs, including product details and how to order, is available below. If you have questions about the programs, please contact either a Dell Education Advisor or your nearest Staples store, as appropriate.<br><br><a href="http://scdsb.on.ca/About%20Us/News%20Documents/SimcoeCountyDSB-Dell%20BYOD_June2017.pdf">Dell Canada BYOD program letter</a><br><a href="http://scdsb.on.ca/About%20Us/News%20Documents/StaplesSchoolToolsBYOD_SimcoeLetter_EN2.pdf">Staples BYOD program letter</a><br> <br></p> | | | |
| The Book Fair Has Arrived | http://tay.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/school-news/117 | The Book Fair Has Arrived | <p>Book Fair is open throughout the day for parents that wish to stop in. This is a great time to stock up on reading and activities for summer. </p><p>Opening Hours:</p><p>Wednesday until 5:30</p><p>Thursday until 4:30</p><p>Friday until 4:00</p><p>Monday until 3:00</p><p>All purchases provide resources for our library.</p> | | | |
| Spring Fling- Family Fun Night Information | http://tay.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/school-news/116 | Spring Fling- Family Fun Night Information | Our annual Spring Fling-Family Fun Night will be held on Thursday, June 8th, from 4pm - 7pm, at the Tay Community Rink.<p></p><p>The Spring Fling Basket Draw will be happening again this year. Parent Council has requested that donations for the baskets be brought in by Friday, June 2nd.</p><p><img src="/PublishingImages/Lists/LocalNews/AllItems/spring%20fling.PNG" alt="spring fling.PNG" style="margin:5px;" /><br></p> | | | |
| Jump Rope for Heart Fundraiser | http://tay.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/school-news/115 | Jump Rope for Heart Fundraiser | <p>Tay Shores students will be participating in Jump Rope on June 2nd.</p><p>Online donations may be made using this link: </p><p>Tay Shores for Jump rope For Heart</p><p><a href="http://support.heartandstroke.ca/site/TR?team_id=31488&fr_id=5081&pg=team">http://support.heartandstroke.ca/site/TR?team_id=31488&fr_id=5081&pg=team</a> </p> | | | |
| Ministry of Education seeks online engagement regarding implementation of First Nations, Métis and Inuit Education Policy Framework | http://tay.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/board-news/72 | Ministry of Education seeks online engagement regarding implementation of First Nations, Métis and Inuit Education Policy Framework | <div>The Ontario Ministry of Education is working with researchers to gather feedback and input to inform the development of the Third Progress Report on the implementation of the First Nations, Métis and Inuit Education Policy Framework. <br><br>Students, parents/guardians and families, teaching and nonteaching staff, Indigenous communities, organizations and partners, and school boards are invited to participate in an online survey and/or online focus groups to capture successes and help to identify promising practices and opportunities to provide further support to enhance the achievement and well-being of Indigenous students. <br><br>Third Progress Report - <a href="https://sondages.outsidesoft.com/Engine/Default.aspx?surveyID=6A64A645-0C53-4CFF-9495-6E1A5E830F36">English survey</a></div><div>Troisième Rapport D’Étape - <a href="https://sondages.outsidesoft.com/Engine/Default.aspx?surveyID=6A64A645-0C53-4CFF-9495-6E1A5E830F36&idlang=FR">French survey</a> <br><br></div><div>It is important to note that:</div><div><ul><li>Participation in this survey is voluntary. </li><li>This survey is confidential. That means that all answers will be combined anonymously (without any identifying information) with the answers received from other participants. No one who sees the answers will be able to link them to any individual person. </li><li>Anyone can stop doing this survey at any time without any repercussions.</li></ul></div><div>All stakeholders are invited to participate in the online focus groups. To participate, RSVP to thirdprogressreport@gmail.com indicating which session you would like to attend. Please note that while we will make efforts to accommodate everyone spaces are limited to 10-12 people per session on a first come, first served basis. <br><br></div><div><table cellspacing="0" width="100%" class="ms-rteTable-default"><tbody><tr><td class="ms-rteTable-default" style="width:25%;"><strong>Students</strong></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default" style="width:25%;"><strong>Parents/Guardians</strong></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default" style="width:25%;"><strong>Teaching/Non-Teaching Staff</strong></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default" style="width:25%;"><strong>Indigenous Organizations & Partners</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p style="text-align:center;">Tuesday, May 23 </p><p style="text-align:center;">8-9pm EST (English)</p></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p style="text-align:center;">Monday, June 12 7:30-8:30 pm EST</p><p style="text-align:center;">(English)</p></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p style="text-align:center;">Thursday, May 25 6-7pm EST</p><p style="text-align:center;">(English)</p></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p style="text-align:center;">Thursday, June 1 2-3pm EST</p><p style="text-align:center;">(English)</p></td></tr><tr><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p style="text-align:center;">Thursday, June 1 7-8pm EST</p><p style="text-align:center;">(English)</p></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p style="text-align:center;">Thursday, June 15 7-8 pm EST</p><p style="text-align:center;">(English)</p></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p style="text-align:center;">Thursday, June 1</p><p style="text-align:center;">7-8pm EST</p><p style="text-align:center;">(English)</p></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p style="text-align:center;">Friday, June 2</p><p style="text-align:center;">2-3pm EST</p><p style="text-align:center;">(English)</p></td></tr><tr><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p style="text-align:center;">Monday, June 19 7-8pm EST</p><p style="text-align:center;">(English)</p></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p style="text-align:center;">Wednesday, June 21</p><p style="text-align:center;">7-8pm EST</p><p style="text-align:center;">(English)</p></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p style="text-align:center;">Thursday, June 15 7-8 pm EST</p><p style="text-align:center;">(English)</p></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p style="text-align:center;">Thursday, June 8 2-3pm EST</p><p style="text-align:center;">(English)</p></td></tr><tr><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p style="text-align:center;">Monday, June 19 7-8pm EST</p><p style="text-align:center;"> (French)</p></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p style="text-align:center;">Monday, June 26</p><p style="text-align:center;">7-8pm EST</p><p style="text-align:center;">(French)</p></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p style="text-align:center;">Tuesday, June 20</p><p style="text-align:center;">7-8 pm EST</p><p style="text-align:center;">(French)</p></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p style="text-align:center;">Tuesday, June 27</p><p style="text-align:center;">7-8 pm EST</p><p style="text-align:center;">(French)</p></td></tr></tbody></table><br></div><div><br></div><div>The Indigenous Education Office of the Ministry of Education would be pleased to respond to any questions you may have regarding the process of engagement and data collection to inform the development of the Third Progress Report. Please send any questions directly to Jennifer Feasby, Manager Education Policy and Programs Unit (Jennifer.Feasby@ontario.ca).<br><br><br></div><div><br></div> | | | |