Rideau Public School - Weekly Memo November 17-21
Bon après-midi Rideau Families,
It was nice to see so many families at our Remembrance Day Assembly. Although it was standing room only, everyone was able to take a moment to show respect to those who stood for us and our freedom in past wars. Many students came, even though it was a snow day, to have the chance to sing the song they had prepared. A huge thank you to the team who made this assembly possible.
Friday was a PA Day and the board gathered all educators in two locations: Bayridge Secondary school for K-6 staff and LCVI for 7-12. We had the opportunity to learn from amazing speakers, Dr. Andrew B. Campbell in the morning and Professor Christian Muise in the afternoon. Their messages were on the importance of belonging and AI in education. There were also several workshops staff could choose from after each presentation. Staff will share their learning at future staff meetings.
This week is Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week. Messages of kindness will be shared in each class and in the school. Friday will be a pink shirt day.
FROM THE LIBRARY COMMITTEE - A huge THANK YOU to everyone who came out on Friday to help in the library. We had over thirty volunteers, including many high school students, show up to sort books, move books, label books, dust corners, and install shelves. We got more done than the library team had thought possible! Students will be thrilled to find a full shelf of new books for them to read on Monday and all the books organized by language, genre, and age. Next up in the library: new, clear signage and exciting new shelving/seating units for the stage!
As a reminder, if you are interested in and able, you can buy items to donate from the library's wishlist here.
DONATION - we would like to extend a huge thank you to Caldwell & Co. for their generous donation of 1000$ to go toward Beaver bots. You can see how these amazing cardboard cutters can enhance STEM activities at the following link.
FRESH FROM THE FARM - The pick up for your Fresh from the farm order is Tuesday afternoon and after school. These bags are too big for students to take on the bus, so families will need to come and pick up or ask a friend to.
OPERATION WARM FEET - Next Saturday, there is an opportunity to get new winter boots for 2$ a pair at KCHC on Weller Avenue from 9:00am to 1:00pm. See poster below.
MESSAGE FROM THE CITY - As the weather changes, more families may choose to drive to and from school. Please remember that stopping in school bus loading zones or no-stopping areas can result in high parking fines. We encourage families to respect posted signage and use alternative locations for pick-up and drop-off. At Rideau, those bus loading zones are on MacDonnell Street and on Dundas Street in front of the school. Consult the updated Park and Stride map below to find alternative parking spots.
BOOKFAIR - Mark your calendar, Rideau will host a Scholastic Bookfair during the week of December 8.
FUNDSCRIP - With the holidays coming up, some of you might consider gift cards as presents. If that is the case, consider purchasing gift cards for stores you are already regularly shopping at. The gift cards are sent to your home for a small mailing fee. Anywhere from 1-10% of your purchase is donated back to the school. Follow this link: Rideau Public Fundscrip Our team code is: 5KHPWW. Check below some of the specials for November and December.
STUDENT CENSUS - Last chance to opt-out of the survey is Monday November 17. Email me if you would prefer your child does not participate in this census.
And here is my eternal plea... If you have a moment, stop by the school to have a look at the Lost and Found, maybe when you pick up your Fresh From The Farm order. There are treasures of shirts, sweaters, hats and shoes that are in need of a good home.
Have a good week!
Valerie Arsenault, Principal
Week at a Glance
Monday, November 17
- Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week
Tuesday, November 18
- Dental Screening (JK, SK, Grade 2)
- Fresh From The Farm pick/up
Wednesday, November 19
- Dental Screening (JK, SK, Grade 2)
Thursday, November 20
- Journée internationale des profs de français
Friday, November 21
- Pink Shirt Day
Looking Ahead:
November 25 - Picture retakes and class pictures
November 27 - US Thanksgiving
November 30 - First Sunday in Advent
December 2 - Parent Council Meeting 3:45pm
December 7 - Second Sunday in Advent
December 8 - Bookfair week
December 14 - Third Sunday in Advent
December 19 - Last day of the session
Parent Council Corner
Our next meeting is December 2 at 3:45 pm. Babysitting available.
This is our yearend School Council Official Report 24 25 from 2024-2025.
Here are the minutes for Parent Council Meeting October 7, 2025.
The next meetings this year will be:
January 13, at 3:45
February 3, at 3:45
March 3, at 3:45
April 7, at 3:45
May 5, at 3:45
June 2, at 3:45
To reach out to parent council, email Rebecca at welfarerebecca@yahoo.ca.
Information and Events
Hot Lunch Orders
2025-2026 LDSB School Year Calendar
A PDF version of the 2025-2026 School Year Calendar is available online.
Daily Schedule
Time | Activity/learning block |
|---|---|
8:50 a.m. | Supervision begins |
9:05 a.m. | Entry bell |
9:05 to 10:45 a.m. | First instructional block |
10:45 to 11:30 a.m. | Recess and Nutrition Break |
11:30 a.m. to 1:10 p.m. | Second instructional block |
1:10 to 1:55 p.m. | Recess and Nutrition Break |
1:55 to 3:35 p.m. | Third instructional block |
3:35 p.m. | Dismissal |
Allergen Awareness - Nut-Free School
Thank you for packing nut-free snacks! Please communicate with teachers before sending any treats in for your student's class.
