Dear Wolverine Families,
In February we celebrate Black History Month, Valentines Day, and Pink Shirt Day. As part of our whole school learning we will be reading a book, by Laura Obuobi, called, ‘What Love Looks Like’. This is a big concept. Love can be found in quiet moments or big gestures, between family members, friends and oneself. There are different types of love – romantic, sweeping people off their feet love, or familial love, rooting us deeply in our identities. Love is always about connection. We would like every HT family to send in a note that shares what love looks like to your family. Please include family members name(s) and grade(s) on your submission.
Important February Dates:
Feb 5 – Sweater Day
Feb 10 – 13 – Dental Screening
Feb 11-12 – Grade 8 Skilled Trades Workshops
Feb 11 – Raise the Dough Fundraiser – Domino’s Pizza
Feb 12 – Speeches in Gym
Feb 13 – Term 1 Report Cards home
Feb 14 – Valentine’s Day
Feb 16 – Family Day (no school)
Feb 17 – Lunar New Year, Ramadan begins
Feb 25 – Pink Shirt Day
Feb 26 – In-school Chess Tournament
Wiarton Willy is predicting an early spring – but for now, enjoy the snow (come dressed to play outside) and if there is a snow day, be sure to follow along with what is happening on Google Classroom, snuggle up and read a book on Sora, or do a Knowledgehook mission!
Stay warm,
Elaine Vodarek
Principal
Information and updates from the SCDSB
This month, the SCDSB is sharing information related to the below topics. To read this information, visit the SCDSB website.
- Inclement weather and bus cancellation information reminder
- Black History Month
- SCDSB Code of Conduct
- Ontario Human Rights Commission (OHRC) Dreams Delayed: Addressing Systemic Anti-Black Racism and Discrimination in Ontario’s Public Education System – Consultation
- SCDSB families invited to explore math games and activities at Family Math Nights in February 2026
- Up, down, east, or west – these activities will put your math skills to the test!
- Feelings flashcards
- Kindergarten registration for September 2026 is open!
- Is your child turning four in 2026? Get ready for Kindergarten with us!
- How is your infant, toddler, or preschool child developing?
- Licensed March Break school age child care programs
- Check out the SCDSB News video series
- Character recognition nominations
- Registration now open for summer eLearning!
- Summer eLearning opportunities for students entering Grade 9!
- Understanding the language report card mark
- Verify your family’s contact information
- Cold weather
SCDSB Families Invited to Family Math Nights This February!
The SCDSB math team will be facilitating family math nights at three schools in February.
Families are welcome to attend any event, regardless of which school their child attends. They will engage in a variety of math activities and games and receive a math kit to use at home. Note: Harriett Todd will be hosting a math games event in May.
Event Details:
- Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026 – Nottawa Elementary School, Collingwood | 4:15–6:00 p.m.
- Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026 – Tay Shores Public School, Midland | 4:15–6:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026 – Lions Oval Public School, Orillia | 3:45–5:30 p.m.
Families can register by completing the following form: Register to attend a Family Math Night
Summer school registration process for current SCDSB Grade 8 students
Current SCDSB elementary students in Grade 8 interested in Summer School (eLearning) are to register through the administrator at their home school. Families can express their interest in summer eLearning and the administrator will fill out the SCDSB Grade 8 Summer eLearning Recommendation Form.
Grade 8 reach ahead students are eligible to register for the following SCDSB summer
eLearning courses:
• CGC1W – Grade 9 Geography
• PAF1O – Grade 9 Personal Fitness
• CHV2O and GLC20 – Grade 10 Civics and Careers
• CHC2P – Grade 10 Applied History
• CHC2D – Grade 10 Academic History
Upcoming Fundraisers & what the funds are for…
February – Raise the Dough Pizza Night – Breakfast Program
March – Dance-a-thon – Athletics Fundraiser
April – Krispy Kreme – Athletics, Sweet Charity & General School Needs Fundraiser
May – Jump Rope for Heart – Heart & Stroke Foundation Canada
June – Community Yard Sale – Athletics & School Enhancements Fundraiser
