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Thank you to Epilepsy Durham Region for providing such an informative presentation on Epilespy to our Junior and Intermediate students this week. We are all empowered with new knowledge.

Congratulations to Ms Perera, the intermediate drama club, the sound and tech team, and all of the teachers and students who contributed to the outstanding musical comedy! We are so lucky to have so much talent right here at Westcreek Public School! Well done, everyone!

A great end to Children's Mental Health Week at Westcreek Public School as Student Voice members lead classrooms of students in stress ball making activities #DDSBWellBeing

Raising the Rainbow flag Westcreek P.S. #DDSBEquity

The grade 7s at Westcreek worked with OFAH Atlantic Salmon Restoration Program to hatch and incubate salmon fry this year. Thanks to the DDSB Matchbox Initiative, #DDSBInnovation they are releasing the fry at Greenwood Conservation Area!

Thank you to our kindergarten team for hosting a terrific Welcome to Kindergarten event! It was great to welcome so many delightful new families to Westcreek!

Wonderful day at Wonderland!

We are so grateful to our wonderful volunteers! It was great to see so many join us today for our volunteer appreciation tea! We cannot thank you enough for all that you do for Westcreek!

Parents/Caregivers: Last chance to join Nicole Tuzi from SickKids Learning Institute to learn how to support the social-emotional development of young children when returning to school. Register for the Sept 28 session: bit.ly/ParentCaregive….

The DDSB’s Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) is calling for applications for 2 volunteer Parent/Guardian Representatives. Expressions of interest for the role of Community Rep. are now being accepted. Visit link for more info bit.ly/397kJvZ Parents DurhamDSB #DDSBengagement

Gay & Lesbian History Month was endorsed by GLAAD, the Human Rights Campaign, the National Gay & Lesbian Task Force, the Ntnl Education Assoc. & others. In 2006 Equality Forum assumed responsibility for providing content, promotion & resources for LGBT History Month.

Thank you to Mr. Hebert and Mr. Stowell our amazing custodians for the love and care they pour into Westcreek P.S.

October is Autism Awareness month. This month we will share stories, articles and information through many different lenses. Today we share a video where comedian @aspiecomic takes us through what autism is, through an autistic lens. watch here: youtu.be/ubR7VLw8gq0

We welcome returning & new students and families on Tue. , Sept. 5. Start bell is at 8:45am with staff being present outdoors to welcome and assist students find their classes! It’s going to be a hot first week so don’t forget your water bottle and hats! Welcome back!

Don’t forget tomorrow Thursday, September 28th 5:30-7pm. CURRICULUM NIGHT! Intros at 5:45 and classroom visits 6-7pm. Bring money for Book Fair & Ice Cream!

Congrats to Amy Whitson as the 2022-23 Recipient of the Volunteer of Distinction award. We’re grateful for her and all the other volunteers who help build the Westcreek community!

Stock up your kitchen needs from Mom’s Pantry! Help support our school! See email sent earlier this week for details.

COMFY COZY FRIDAY! Every Friday until the winter break, feel free to wear your favourite clothing that makes you feel comfy and cozy during the winter weather! PJs, Hoodie, joggers, sweater, tuque!

Don’t forget to bring in non-perishable food items next week to support our local non-profit organization that works with families in need.