Texting during the school day
We have many students at our school with access to their own portable devices/cell phones. As part of our Responsible Use of Technology Policy at our school, any communications between home and school during the course of the school day needs to be done using the school phone in the office. Students are only allowed to use their cell phones/devices when instructed to by their teachers or when given permission by their teachers/admin. In all other circumstances, cell phones are not to be used during the instructional day. If, as a parent/guardian, you need to contact your child, please call the school office and we will arrange to have your child contact you during a recess time. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we protect instructional time and monitor student activity and well being.
Geometry in Grade 8
Mr. Grant's Grade 8s were given a math problem. They had to create a container that would hold a specific volume of Goldfish crackers or popcorn using polygon shapes. Using mathematical formulas, various shapes of containers were designed. In addition, students had to create a marketing message to sell their product.
Living Healthy, Learning Well
Research has
shown that 60 minutes of physical activity every day contributes positively to
maintaining and/or improving our health.
It also positively impacts our learning and work performance.
Physical
activity can be built into your daily routine, for example…
- walk when you can (park a block away from the school and walk, use the stairs),
- limit screen time
- get outside and play as a family
- choose to walk or cycle for short trips
- include endurance, flexibility and strength activities throughout the week
- join a recreational, house league or competitive team
Some of the
benefits of daily physical activity include:
·
better
health
·
better
posture and balance
·
improve
self-esteem
·
relaxation
and stress reduction
·
increase
in energy levels
Refer to the
following Canadian Physical Activity Guidelines to ensure that all family
members needs are being met and for physical activity ideas.
1. Ages 0 - 4 years: http://www.csep.ca/CMFiles/Guidelines/CSEP_PAGuidelines_early-years_en.pdf
2. Ages 5 - 11 years:
http://www.csep.ca/CMFiles/Guidelines/CSEP_PAGuidelines_child_en.pdf
3. Ages 12 - 17 years:
http://www.csep.ca/CMFiles/Guidelines/CSEP_PAGuidelines_youth_en.pdf
4. Ages 18 - 64 years:
http://www.csep.ca/CMFiles/Guidelines/CSEP_PAGuidelines_youth_en.pdf
Congratulations to our Junior Boy's Basketball Team
Yesterday, our Junior Boy's Basketball Team won the Area Championship! They were undefeated in all 5 of their nail-biting games! Their skill, teamwork, and perseverance led them to win first place at the tournament. The Bengals proudly brought home the banner that will be hung in our gym. They will be representing BHES at the regional tournament in two weeks. Congratulations Boys! Thank you to our coaches Ms. N. Khorakchi and Ms. J. Sawchuk for your dedication to the team.
The BHES MILK program needs you!
The BHES School Council runs the milk program, a nutritious lunchtime program for our students. A parent volunteer coordinates the program and other parents volunteer to help run the program during the lunchtime at school. We are in need of a parent volunteer who would be able to coordinate the program for the 2015/2016 school year. If you are interested in this position and would like more information, please email the school at bayview.hill.es@yrdsb.ca . Thank you for your consideration. Unfortunately, if we do not have a coordinator for the program, it cannot run.
Earth Day is Everyday!
This Wednesday, April 22 is
Earth Day! The Eco team has organized an Earth Day cleanup of BHES grounds. All grades will participate in caring for our schoolyard and beyond by taking responsibility for the litter that we and others have created. In addition, members of our Eco team will visit classrooms, reminding all of us to shut off lights and electronics when not in use or necessary, to bring litterless snacks/lunches in reusable containers to reduce garbage and recycling, to conserve water and respect our planet's resources. Students are encouraged to walk or ride their bikes to school on a regular basis to reduce pollution created by car exhaust and to promote a healthy lifestyle.
Our messaging everyday needs to be to take care of our Earth, it is the only one we have!
Our messaging everyday needs to be to take care of our Earth, it is the only one we have!
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