Good afternoon Sansom families,
As we approach the end of the 2023-2024 school year, I want to take a moment to express my sincere appreciation for this school community.
First and foremost, I would like to extend my gratitude to our incredible students. Their curiosity, and enthusiasm have truly made our school a vibrant place to be.
To our exceptional teachers and staff, I want to express my deepest gratitude for their unwavering commitment to the education and the well-being of our Scorpions. Their passion, collaboration, and tireless efforts have created an environment where students feel valued and supported.
Of course, none of this would be possible without the support and trust of our Scorpion families and dedicated School Council. Your involvement, support and encouragement have been instrumental in our collective success.
As we bid farewell to our Grade 9 students, who are moving on to new adventures in High School, I would like to celebrate their growth and achievements. I hope they continue to cherish the friendships made, the knowledge gained, and the memories created. These students have played an integral role in making Sansom a good place to be, and for that, I am grateful.
I encourage all members of the school community to take time this summer to relax, rejuvenate, and spend quality time with friends and family. Read books, explore nature, and engage in joyful adventures.
On behalf of the entire Sansom community, I wish you a safe, joyful, and memorable summer.
Gayleena Clark, Principal
Inform| Grade 9 Farewell
This year’s Grade 9 Farewell Ceremony will be held on Monday, June 24th. Please be aware of the following:
- This event is for students only.
- 2:30-3:30 pm: Grade 9 students will be recognized by staff members and treated to snacks and drinks.
- 3:30-5:00 pm: Students who wish to continue to celebrate in the gym, can do so. Music and a photo booth will be provided.
- If students are staying past 3:30 pm, they need to arrange their own transportation as school busses will not be available at this time.
- If students choose to leave the school after 3:30 pm, they will not be permitted back in.
The grade nine trip to Calaway Park takes place on Tuesday. Please be aware of the following:
- Students will be transported via buses from Clarence Sansom School to Calaway Park. A HUGE thanks to Nelson Mandela, Lester B. Pearson and James Fowler High School for supporting us on this trip.
- Busses leave Clarence Sansom School at 9:15 am and will return at approximately 3:00 pm.
- Students are not allowed to arrange their own transportation to and from the park. Students must have appropriate footwear for walking through the park. Students should not bring open toed shoes (“flip flops”) or shoes with high heels.
- Students are responsible for carrying their backpacks for the day and they should not to bring valuables.
- Students are asked to bring a bag lunch, or they are welcome to bring money to spend at the various food kiosks.
- Students are reminded to dress for the weather (layers, sunscreen, hats etc.).
- Parents/ Guardians are asked to also review the behaviour expectations outlined in the CBE Student Code of Conduct, as a serious violation will result in parents being contacted to pick their child up early from Calaway Park.
Inform| Activity Day
On Wednesday, June 26th, Sansom will host our annual Activity Day! Weather dependent, students will be engaging in fun sports themed activities and games outside and around the school.
We recommend students bring the following items on Wednesday:
- Water bottle
- Hat
- Sunscreen and bug repellent
- Running shoes (please no crocks or sandals)
- A backpack or bag for items during locker cleanout
We are really excited to have a fun day outside with students. Let’s hope for warm sunny weather!
Students are cleaning out their lockers on this day so parents are encouraged to send a bag with their students to bring materials home in.
Inform| 2024-2025 School Year
The main office reopens on Friday, August 23, 2024, from 9:00 am to 12 pm. The office will also be open on August 26-28 from 11:00 am to 3:30 pm. The main office returns to regular hours (8:20 am-4:00 pm) on Thursday, August 31, 2023.
The first day for new to Sansom students and ALP/ACCESS students is Thursday, August 29, 2024. All students return to school on Friday August 30, 2024.
Back to school information can be located on our website.
Update| Staffing News
I wanted to let you to be aware of the following staffing changes taking place next year:
Leaving:
- Deb Boyd going to Annie Gale as Learning Leader
- Cameron Brown going to Nelson Mandela High School to lend his expertise in Student Services
- EA Cabali helping to start up a new system class at Nelson Mandela High School
- Whitney Campagne heading to Discovering Choices
- Gayleena Clark going to Simon Fraser
- Kristy Jaenen
- Jessica Petillot going to Dr. Oakley to utilize her strong literacy skills
- Jacques Pierre
- Vikrum Rao
- Dana Scodeller is moving closer to home and landing at Wilma Hansen
- Benji Williams heading to Abbeydale School as Principal
Joining the Sansom team:
- Glen Steed (Principal)
- Sana Waseem (LL Grade 7 and Math/Sci)
- Jodie Bhavnani (Grade 9 Math/Sci)
- Aya El-Jabali (Grade 8 Math/Sci)
- Christina Farrant (Grade 8 Hum)
- Dawn Faulconer (Grade 8 Hum)
- Blessy Mathew (Grade 7 Math/Sci)
- Michael Mittelstadt (Grade 9 Hum)
- Suzanne Oberhamer (EAL)
- Steven Sheppard (Grade 8 Hum)
- Victor Schorr (Grade 7 Hum)
Thank you to all departing teachers and staff members for helping make Sansom a wonderful school. A very large welcome to our newest additions!
Request| Medication
For families who keep medication at school in the office, please make arrangements to pick up your students' medication on or before June 28. We can not keep student medication at school over the summer.
You can send your students' medication back to school with them on Friday August 30, 2024 along with their completed Student Health Plan paperwork for the new 2023/24 school year.
· Student Health Emergency Response Protocol
Remind| Report Cards
Families are able to view online student report cards for kindergarten to Grade 12 from June 26 – July 26, 2024. Report cards for the 2023-24 school year may be viewed, downloaded and/or printed.
Parents and Guardians can sign in to MyCBE to view student information, including report cards, comments from your child’s teacher, assignments and grades, and attendance information. For best access to information, log in to the MyCBE portal instead of using the PowerSchool App.
Last Day of School | June 27
Thursday, June 27, the last day of the school year, is an early dismissal day. Dismissal time will be our usual early dismissal time of 12:00 PM. The school bus will be operational with its 'Friday' pick up and drop off times.
Important Dates
- June 24: Grade 9 Farewell – Students/Staff Only
- June 25: Grade 9 Field Trip to Calaway Park
- June 26: Activity Day & Report Cards
- June 27: Last Day For Students (Students dismissed at 12:29)