Rankin Run, May 23rd

Be sure to save the date and consider joining the Parnall School/Rankin Run Team on May 23rd at the Grantham Lions Club (off of Niagara Street) as folks from all across the Niagara Region come together to raise money to fund our local hospitals and care organizations in helping to fight cancer. Most of us have been touched in some way by this terrible disease. The Rankin Run provides us all with an opportunity to come together and celebrate the victories we are seeing in cancer research and treatment. The day offers a 1KM and a 5KM walk/run. Food, fellowship and fun add to a great family/community experience which you'll not soon forget. 

Our Parnall Kick-Off Assembly will be on Thursday, April 30th at 1:35PM in the Parnall gymnasium. At that time, students will learn about how they can take an active part in raising money which will be used locally to aid those living with cancer. Information regarding sponsorship and t-shirt sales will be explained at the assembly and forms will be sent home with children who express an interest in wanting to get involved. 

We hope that you and your family will consider being a part of our Parnall Team. Don't forget to wear orange to show your support. 

Go TEAM PARNALL!!!

Feasting at Sobeys

On Friday, April 24th, students and parent volunteers had an opportunity to tour Sobeys Grocery Store at the Grantham Plaza on Scott Street. We were treated to a variety of delicious foods which included fresh bananas, coconut, dried mango, cheese, sliced ham, cheese cake, mini cupcakes and pizza. We had an opportunity to learn many new things including...

- what parts of the world some fresh fruits and vegetables are grown

- why buy organic  

- animals who produce milk for cheese production

- how to make a beautiful flower out of cake icing

We even got to touch a real lobster. There were so many exciting adventures packed into our 75 minutes at Sobeys. At the end of our trip, each child was given a Sobeys grocery bag which contained a piece of fruit and a beverage, along with coupons and flyers which can be redeemed at the store.

Many thanks to all of the parent volunteers who assisted on our trip. Your contribution made our day a safe and happy experience for everyone.

Tux and Tutus Tuesday

in Kindergarten

The Kindergarten team has designated Tuesday, April 21st as a Kindergarten Spirit Day called 'Tux and Tutus' Tuesday.

Although we are not asking the children to wear tuxes and tutus, we would ask that they wear their best dressy outfit to school that morning.

We are requesting that each child bring a toonie by Thursday, April 23rd to help offset the costs of a craft which we will be doing on that special day.

Thanks so much for supporting our special Spirit Day!

Hotdog Day is Coming!

Parnall School is welcoming HOTDOG DAY on April 23rd. Students may order hotdogs for $2.00 each. They will be served at the second nutrition break that day. Order forms will be enclosed in your child's ZIPPY BAG. If you wish to participate in this new lunch option, please fill out the form and return it to school with $2.00/per hotdog no later than April 21st. 

HAT DAY IS THIS FRIDAY!

Hat Day is this Friday. Show your school spirit and wear your favourite hat to school.

FREEZIE FRIDAYS!

Beginning Friday, April 17th, freezies will be sold at the beginning of second break for 25 cents each.

We Are Planning a Trip to Sobeys

On Friday, April 24th, K-1 will be going on a field trip to Sobeys Grocery Store. The trip includes a tour of the different departments and information about eating, pricing, safety, Canadian cheeses, lobster, cake decorating, pizza, organic foods and more! The trip connects to our kindergarten health curriculum. Throughout the year, our students have been learning about the benefits of eating healthy foods and identifying 'everyday foods' (healthy foods) and 'sometimes foods' (special treats).

Pizza orders will be taken as usual that morning, just as is done each Friday morning. We are scheduled to leave the school by bus at approximately 11:30. Our grocery store tour will begin at 11:45. We will depart Sobeys at 1:30 and return to the school where we will then have our lunch.

We ask that you ensure your child come to school that morningwith a substantial snack which they will be encouraged to eat prior to departing for the store. Although your child will be offered snacks at Sobeys, s/he will not be having lunch until around 2:00 in the afternoon.

The cost of field trip is $4.00 per child. This money is intended to cover the cost of transportation only. The actual tour of Sobeys is free. 

If you are interested in volunteering for this event, please indicate your interest on the note which is being sent home with your child today in his/her Zippy Bag. Volunteers will be given a small group of children to supervise and must come on the bus. Sorry, but we cannot accept smaller siblings on this trip. 

Please return the permission form to the school no later than Monday, April 20th. Parents selected to volunteer will be notified by phone by Mr. Pickett.

Check Out What We've Been Doing!

We built a runway at our airport. Our planes are taking off.

Upper Left: This is a very fancy car garage.

Upper Right: Matching letters at Easter      

Lower Left: I drew a picture of myself.       

Lower Right: My pattern block flower.        

An Adorable Visitor

Last week an adorable, little visitor made its way down to our room for a few moments of Easter fun!
Meet 'Midnight'.

Thank you, Mrs. Howarth for taking the time out of your busy day to share your special friend with us. Petting Midnight was a lot of fun!

More Amazing Structures

Creativity never ceases in K-1. Our young ladies have been blowing us away with their architectural design skills. Take a look...

March Superstar Winners

Congratulations to all of our March Superstar winners! We are so proud of you!

(From L to R...Shelby R., Jonathan S.-B., Alex R., Emma F., Grace D., Colton D.)