2025-11-25 Newsletter
November 25, 2025
Dear Vincent Massey Parents/Guardians:
This week we are congratulating our Junior Cricket team on their successful Cricket tournament last week. Our team represented Vincent Massey with a growth mindset and embraced the spirit of friendly competition.
This Friday we will be celebrating our month of learning at our Lightning Assemblies, where we recognize student excellence in the classroom and co-curriculars.
Our next SCC Meeting is on Tuesday, November 25 at 6:15 p.m. in the Library. All are welcome to attend and we welcome you to attend in person or virtually.
For those who are attending virtually, please use this link provided by email.
Our Winter Concert “Winter Solstice” is on Wednesday, December 10 at 6:30 p.m.
We are looking forward to presentations from the following groups:
Intermediate Band
Gr. 1 Ms. Lucas
Gr. 1 Ms. Toth
Gr. 1 Ms. Schaerer
Gr. 1-2 Ms. Castaneda
Gr. 3 Ms. Norris
Gr. 3 Ms. Booth
Gr. 3-4 Ms Mackie
Gr. 4 Ms. Mackie
Gr. 4 Ms. Duffett
Our Kindergarten Winter Concert is on Thursday, November 18 at 1:00 p.m. and will feature all of our Kindergarten classes.
Finally, we remind all families of the Budding Artists Fundraiser. All orders are due on Thursday, November 27 and they make wonderful personalized gifts throughout the year. Please see below for detailed information.
Please continue reading this message for the following information:
Spotlight on Safety - Winter/Inclement Weather Safety
Spotlight on Community - Budding Artists Fundraiser
Spotlight on Community - Hindu Heritage Night
Hot Lunches
Employment Opportunity - Lunchroom Supervisors Needed
Volunteer Opportunities
Vincent Massey Spirit Wear
SPOTLIGHT ON SAFETY - WINTER WEATHER SAFETY
The recent arrival of snow has reminded us to review winter weather safety.
During the school day, we are paying particular attention to safe play with snow. While we encourage and promote creative play with the snow, throwing snow and snow balls is not permitted in any way at school.
We encourage families to have conversations at home with their children about safe play in the snow.
Please review the following for information about:
Winter Weather & Inclement Weather - Transportation & School Opening
Winter Weather At School
Bus Safety at Vincent Massey
Reporting Absences
Vincent Massey Winter Weather Safety Newsletter
Bus Information
As we approach the winter season, we are sending this reminder about the Durham Student Transportation Services (DSTS) Family Portal.
Using the DSTS Family Portal, you can track your child’s bus and also sign up for notifications of delays and cancellations.
If you have not done so already, please visit www.dsts.ca to sign up for the Family Portal.
If you have any questions about buses, you can call DSTS directly at 905-666-6395.
SPOTLIGHT ON COMMUNITY - SCC NEWS
Budding Artists Fundraiser
Our students have been busy creating beautiful art for their families. This week you will receive the packages for the Budding Artists Fundraiser. All orders are due back to the school by November 27.
POPCORN SALES BY BATTLE OF THE BOOKS TEAM
Our Battle of the Books Teams are selling Popcorn every Friday at recess to support their program. There is a variety of flavours available.
HOT LUNCHES
Our Hot Lunches are back for the school year.
Please visit healthyhunger.ca to register your child’s account and select lunch options from the menu available.
This year we are starting with the following hot lunches. All orders close 5 days before the lunch.
Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | |
WokBox | Subway | Osmow’s | Pizza | Frantastic | |
How To Order | Healthy Hunger | Healthy Hunger | Healthy Hunger | School Cash Online - now available | Healthy Hunger |
Please contact the Vincent Massey SCC at SCC.VincentMasseyPS@scc.ddsb.ca with any questions.
SPOTLIGHT ON COMMUNITY - HINDU HERITAGE EVENT - NOVEMBER 29, 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
November is Hindu Heritage Month in Canada. As a part of the DDSB Anti-Oppression
Strategy, and in the spirit of celebrating diversity, equity, and inclusion, HAND (Hindu Affinity Network of Durham) will be celebrating diverse Hindu traditions and facilitating learning experiences in conjunction with DDSB students, educators, and community members. Together with fellow Affinity Networks DENSA, DTEN, and SAND, this multi-cultural celebration aims to promote cross-cultural awareness and to provide opportunities for networking and collaboration. Everyone is welcome to participate.
DATE: November 29, 2025
TIME: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
LOCATION: Pickering High School, 180 Church Street North, Ajax, ON
For information visit the HAND website.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES - LUNCHROOM SUPERVISORS
We have paid part-time/casual lunchroom supervisor positions available. Please contact the office for more information.
Both positions require a valid criminal background check within the last 6 month
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
We are looking for volunteers to assist with the delivery of our hot lunches. If you have 30 minutes on even one day between 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m., please contact the office.
Both positions require a valid criminal background check within the last 6 months.
VINCENT MASSEY SPIRIT WEAR
Vincent Massey Spirit Wear is available for purchase. Visit the online store to purchase your spirit wear today.
Thank you for your ongoing partnership in your child’s education. Please contact your child’s teacher or the school office with any questions.
COMING EVENTS
November 25 - 6:15 PM - SCC Meeting
December 10 - Winter Concert
Sincerely,
Charmyn Lawton, Principal & Laura Jones, Vice-Principal
Vincent Massey Public School
905-728-0681
Instagram: @vincentmasseyddsb
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