HIGHLY IMPORTANT INFORMATION RE: G20

June 18, 2010

Dear Parent/Guardian:

The G20 Summit will be held on June 26th and 27th, at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre in downtown Toronto.

Some schools and communities in the general area close to the G20 Summit venue may experience a significant impact from increased traffic restrictions due to motorcades, highway and road closures, ferry service disruptions and possible public demonstrations throughout the week.

In consultation with the Toronto Catholic District School Board (TCDSB), with whom the Toronto District School Board (TDSB) shares bussing services, it has been decided to cancel all student transportation (school buses and vans) on Friday, June 25th.

Due to the proximity of Island Public/Natural Science School to the Summit, as a precaution it has been determined that the school will close on Thursday, June 24th and Friday, June 25th.

The TDSB has a team in place that is working with the G20 Summit’s Integrated Security Unit (ISU). They will continue to monitor the effects of security measures on schools in the days leading up to the Summit.

If it is required that Island Public/Natural Science School be closed earlier in the week prior to Thursday, June 24th, an alternate site has been identified for staff and students to attend, if necessary.

Prior to relocation to the alternate site, if required, we will notify parents/guardians, staff and the school community as soon as possible.

We are committed to keeping you informed. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

For additional information please visit the TDSB public website at www.tdsb.on.ca. A quick link to information about the G20 Summit has been added and will be updated regularly.

Yours truly,

Karen Urban
Principal

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!


Parents, Guardians and Family Members,

The following are important dates for upcoming events at our school. Please mark these in your calendars.


June 10th - Grade 6 Awards and School Recognition Assembly


June 10th - School Barbecue


June 17th - Volunteer Tea


June 17th - Spring Concert


We look forward to seeing all those parents who are able to attend!

New Date for May School Council Meeting

Date: Wednesday, May 26th

Time: 5:00 p.m.

Location: 10 Queen's Quay W. - 2nd Floor


Snacks and Drinks will be provided.

Supervision will be provided for children.


We look forward to seeing all interested parents at our meeting!

RE: Change in Dates and Schedules


Please note that there are a few changes in dates of upcoming events. Also, I would like to inform you of the upcoming ‘Ferry Schedule’ change effective May 28th.

Changes that will impact your scheduling:

1. Summer ferry schedule is in effect on May 28th. Students
should be dropped off at the docks for 8:30 a.m. The ferry
departs at 8:45 a.m.


2. Grade 6 Graduation date has been changed due to the G20
Summit. Graduation will take place on Tuesday, June 22nd
at 1:30 p.m.

3. Kindergarten Graduation will take place on Wednesday,
June 23rd (A flyer will be sent home closer to the date)


4. Walk/Bike to School Day slated for May 18th, is temporarily
delayed until further notice.

Thank you to all for making our 'Arts Night' a huge success!

We couldn't have done it without the combined efforts of students, staff and parents.
Thank you also to all of the parents who volunteered for this event!