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From the Desk of Mrs. Gunner: This week, May 23-29, is Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week and the Grade 1 class wanted to do an activity to let local paramedics know how important their services are to our community. The Grade 1 students printed a letter to spell out "thank you" to the WAHA Paramedics. @WAHA.ON.CA You are all appreciated! Meegwetch!

From the Desk of Mrs. Ross: Some of our students at Moosonee Public School have been learning about a young, Cree girl from Attawapiskat, Ontario -Shannen Koostachin. Shannen helped launched the largest youth- driven children's rights movement in Canadian history. She fought for "safe and comfy" schools and quality, culturally-based education for First Nations children. "Shannen knew that some First Nations communities have good schools, but many don't. It is hard for ki...ds to learn and feel proud of who they are when their school is falling apart, or full of mould, or when they don't have proper books and other things to learn with. She wasn't just standing up for her school in Attawapiskat, Serena said. She was asking for a proper school for every First Nations community that needed one." (Spirit Bear: Fishing for Knowledge, Catching Dreams - Cindy Blackstock) Shannen believed, "School is a time for dreams and every kid deserves this!" She asked us to never give up until every child has a proper school. On Thursday, May 27th, we will be sharing student messages supporting Shannen's Dream. A message from a Grade 6 student.

https://www.timminstoday.com//moosonee-school-receives-gra

From the Desk of Mr. McArthur: Wachay! MPS would like to thank our school community for their participation in the Jump Rope for Heart event this year. Together as a community, we have raised $1,672.00 for the Heart and Stroke Foundation. MPS is the #12 school in Canada for donations! Thank you for donating and participating. We have surpassed our goal which means Mr. McArthur will be shaving his head. This will happen when it is safe to do so. Student prizes will also be sent out in the next couple weeks. Please keep an eye on your email for these. Meegwetch!

Pfizer #COVID19 Vaccines for youth 12-17 years old are coming soon! Keep an eye on our website for more information https://www.waha.ca/covid-19/vaccine/ #Peawa...nuck #Attawapiskat #Kashechewan #FortAlbany #Moosonee #MooseFactory #MoCreebec Porcupine Health Unit Ornge GCIndigenous Ontario Ministry of Health See more

Wachay Parents/Guardians, Was your child born in 2017 and will be turning 4 years old before December 31st? If so, your child is ready for Kindergarten starting this fall for the 2021/2022 school year! Please click on the link and complete the survey below: https://forms.gle/v5Trx4bEQNjxyYRW9

REMINDER: Jump Rope for Heart Jump Rope Giveaway! If you would like a Jump Rope delivered for Friday's event, please sign up for one today. Limit: One Jump Rope per Family.... Link: https://forms.gle/ncghFbFDP5Wqbjw1A

From the Grade 5 Desk of Ms. Romanow: Miss Romanow, Ms. Karen and the Grade 5 class would like to extend a HUGE thank you to Mr. Charlie Angus for taking time out of his very busy schedule to join our virtual classroom and tell us all about his job as an MP and answer our pressing questions. I think we all can agree, our time flew by because it was SO interesting, and we learned a LOT! Miss Romanow would also like to thank the Grade 5s for their attentiveness, interest and... FABULOUS questions! I sure learned a lot too! P.S. thanks to Ms. Pellett for saving the day and solving our tech issues!

Click on the Jump Rope for Heart link to join and/or donate: https://secure-support.heartandstroke.ca//Jump20/Jump2021 Please contact [email protected] if you have any questions.

Day 5 Resource for Mental Health Week: Be Active! Staying active is a great way to improve your physical health and well-being! How will you be active today?

Hooray! It is Staff Appreciation Day! Thank you for being exceptional staff who work diligently daily to provide the best education to our students. We appreciate YOU today!

Thank you to Moosonee Volunteer Fire Department for sharing how they support our community!

A great resource in supporting student mental health during COVID 19. https://smho-smso.ca/covid-19/students/

Thank you to Moosonee OPP for sharing how they support our community!

MPS will be observing Treaties Recognition Week (TRW) from Monday, November 16 to Friday, November 20. Students will learn more about treaties, their importance and the impacts they have had on our communities. Stay tuned for TRW classroom activities.... Meegwetch:)

Thank you to WAHA Diabetes Education Program for sharing how they support our community!

Good Morning MPS families, Please see the post below shared by Moosonee Public Works regarding road constriction on Monday, November 16th. "We will be replacing the hydrant and isolation valve located next to the Service Ontario building on Revillon Rd. on Monday, November 16th, beginning in the AM. This will affect travel between 3rd and 4th St. on Revillon Rd. The road will be reduced to one lane for the duration of the work which is expected to be completed by end of da...y." Meegwetch

This morning ELK A decorated their pumpkins from our patch! Students were encouraged to use their own creativity using a variety of materials.

When you leave your home, you need to take responsibility for ourselves and others by practicing physical distancing. Physical distancing means keeping ...our distance from one another. When you go outside of your home, it means standing the distance of a moose (2 meters or 6 feet) away from other people whenever possible. Together, let's look after our loved ones by washing your hands, wearing a mask, and practicing physical distancing. If you are not well, stay home to protect others. If you have any questions related to COVID-19, please send an email to [email protected].

On Remembrance Day we remember and honour those who made the ultimate sacrifice, putting their lives on hold so that we could live ours.

School photos schedule for November 10th and 11th, 2020.

Good morning! Today is MPS team colour day. Let’s see you wear your teams colour as we continue our school spirit week.Good morning! Today is MPS team colour day. Let’s see you wear your teams colour as we continue our school spirit week.

Thank you to WAHA Paramedic Services for sharing how they support our community!

Our new sensory pathways are coming together. They will give our students an outlet to expel energy and address any sensory needs. Thank you Mrs Sbeyti, Ms Hutchings and Mrs Nahrgang! #onted #sensory

Today, on Indigenous Veterans Day, we remember those from Moosonee, Moose Factory, and the James Bay coast who left their communities and served in the military in the First World War, Second World War, Korean War and ongoing peacekeeping missions. May their sacrifices be remembered. On Wednesday, November 11th, we will be hosting a socially-distanced ceremony in the school for our students and staff. While COVID-19 may prevent us from coming together as a community, we hope everyone please keeps a place in their heart for our veterans.

Today is MPS colours day as part of our school spirit week. Let’s see everyone wear some school colours today.

Today is messy hair and pyjama day. Here are some of our classes having a great time staying comfy today. We’ll have more pictures coming later.

BUS STOP CHANGE EFFECTIVE OCTOBER 27th: The bus stop at 10 Bert Trapper will be moved to 15 Bert Trapper beginning October 27th. This change will be for both morning and afternoon transportation. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank your for your cooperation.

Don’t forget... Tomorrow we start our MPS Spirit Week with Messy Hair/Pyjama Day.

Grade 5 taking the opportunity today to practice Cree in conversation. Looks like a fun activity!

Now that October is ending, it's time to celebrate! Next week is MPS Spirit Week. We cannot wait to see how everyone will show their school spirit.

Moosonee Public School has been registered as a Legacy School with the Downie Wenjack Fund. The goal of the Legacy Schools program is to improve the lives of Indigenous youth, through tangible projects and initiatives that encourage cross-cultural dialogue and awareness among Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities. Please keep an eye out in the coming months as we post updates.... Everyone has a role to play in our journey to reconciliation.

We are wishing a safe and happy thanksgiving to all in our school and community. Enjoy the week and we will see you again on October 20th.

Don’t forget, students will be staying home today to allow us to plan and reorganize for when we reopen on October 20th. Please take the day to log into your classes and complete any outstanding work or get a head start for after Hunt Break.

Grade 4 showing off their dioramas of animals in the wild. Great work!

The Grade 5 class was able to collect their harvest today. What a wonderful selection of veggies!