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Volume 7, Issue 1
MARCH 2013
Principal: Balneet Singh
Vice Principal: Rita Walker
It has been a short month, but as always, there has been plenty of activity within the home of
the Ridgewood Royals, and the mighty Green and Yellow.
We began the month with our Science Share / Book Fair evening. The caliber of projects,
creations, pictures, sculptures, structures and devices was absolutely incredible—thank you to
everyone for sharing. A special thank you to the Science Share committee for coordinating
the Science Share. Another big thank you to Mrs. Mercier for organizing our Book Fair. We
collected over $3,000 for Scholastic and was able to keep almost $600.00 worth of books for
the library. I am very pleased that our students have the opportunity to receive high-quality
reading material available for purchase, while at the same time supporting our library
programs.
Once again, we would like to offer a special thank you to Mr. Grozdanovski for organizing
Ridgewood’s skating program which was a wonderful success. Students had the opportunity
to borrow a pair of skates and take to the ice at the Malton Arena. Everyone had a great time,
and who knows, perhaps we’ve just seen the beginnings of our next Olympic figure skater or
NHL star!
In addition, I would like to acknowledge our Black History Month committee for organizing the
special presentation of African Drumming, authentic African dancers, our own Caribbean Café
and Fashion Show, not to mention the interactive drumming presentations our students had
the pleasure to participate in. I was also impressed with all the classes who coordinated their
assembly presentations during February to align with Black History content. This was a
delight to see how our students and teachers demonstrated their ability to synergize! Myself
and Mrs. Walker learned so much from these assemblies. A noteworthy acknowledgement to
Madame Lewis, for her wonderful Sharpen the Saw-physical activity demonstration of African
and Caribbean dance moves during our assemblies; and her tireless efforts to include as
many students as possible for the fashion show.
On behalf of Ridgewood staff, I hope you enjoy the spring weather, and wish you an enjoyable
March Break.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Singh
RIDGEWOOD REVIEW newsletter
PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE
There will be NO SCHOOL from
Monday, March 11th to Friday,
March 15th. Classes start
again on Monday, March 18th.
Have a safe and enjoyable
holiday.
Trustee: Rick Williams
Superintendent: Patrika Daws
Week of March 11th
to 15th Inclusive
7207 Cambrett Drive, Mississauga, ON L4T 2R3 Tel: (905) 677-1350 Fax: (905) 677-7730

V OLU ME 7, ISS UE 1
News from
Ridgewood Library!
Introducing
Opening on Thursday March 21st,
2013
Moms and Dads, Grandparents and
Grandma’s, Welcome to the Ridgewood
Library Café! Come in and enjoy
a complimentary cup of tea with a
cookie! Every Thursday morning
from 8:45 am to 10:00 am or afternoon
from 1:45 pm to 3:00 p.m.
Come and join the World
of Scouting! All girls and
boys are welcome to join
our group from ages of 5
to 26. Come on out and learn to Camp, do some Crafts, have
some Fun playing Games, challenge yourself to learn life skills
and make new lifelong friends. 5 th Bramalea Scouting
group has been meeting at Aloma Public School for over 25
years now. We are one of the largest and most active Scout-
ing groups in the Brampton area. Several of our members are
from the Malton area. We are always looking for new mem-
bers to come and have fun with us!!
Looking for Something
Fun to do with
Friends?
Contact us through our website at 5thbramalea.com
Scouter Irene: (416) 278-5921
5thBramaleaBeavers@gmail.com
We will show you how the library
system really works. Come see
how you can use the library to
support your child's learning.
Choose from lots of interesting
and useful learning materials you
can borrow. You can also participate
in a series of FREE workshops
about The 7 Habits of
Highly Effective People. Come
and learn what your children
are learning about 7 Habits.
Further details will be shared at a
later date.
We are so excited to welcome
you to our library café. See you
on March 21st!
Dates to Remember
One of the most important things
parents can do to help their child
succeed in school is to read with
them regularly. As much as your
support for the book fair is
appreciated, please remember
that books do not have to be
purchased. The school library
and the library at the Malton
Community Centre offer an
excellent selection of books at all
reading and interest levels.
Sol Musical
Concert
Thursday March 7th,
2013
6:00 p.m.
(ONLY FOR STUDENTS IN AFTER SCHOOL MUSIC PROGRAM)
MARCH BREAK
March 11—15 2013
No SCHOOL
FAMILY BINGO
Thursday, April 4th 2013
6:00 p.m.
1. March Calendar
2. Literacy Conference
3. March Break Activities

Each month we recognize
pupils from each class through
an award programme. The
recognition is for Leader In Me
and Academic Achievement.
The pupils recognized in
February are listed below. We
have assemblies on
designated Friday's at
8:50 a.m. Parents are always
welcome.
Kindergarten
Recipients
Akshara Vashishtha, Inaya Ehsan,
Wasima Koya, Maneet Ghai,
Mallac Mubarak, Andre Philapil,
Eleem Felicia Duppati,
Tabish Nasir, Keshav Bagga,
Jagtar Thind, Manreet Bassi,
Heba Fatima, Maiher Singh,
Micah Marston-Peixoto,
Saksham Mehta,
Rohaan Jawwad,
Nathan Campbell,
Gurpreet Mundi,
-
Navendra Sooknanan,
Karan Kahlon, Kishelle Doharty,
Manwaha Mehak, Anusha Kumor,
Christopher Henry-Smalling,
Navraj Deol, Linda Cherian,
Pranav Siodia, Bansi Patel,
Raihaan Bhaiyat, Rohan Prasad,
Rushil Dutta, Iajae Harris,
Treyvon Folkes, Zeyana Panton,
Ashaaz Ramnaeth, Monika Pokhan,
Nykola Amor, Fatima Ali, Abdullah Saleji,
Breanna Sennyuen, Justin Nguyen,
Malika Richards, Anshit Mantra,
Shemayah Stewart,
Smeen Javed, Amitabha Ghosh, Rishav
Basu, Menahil Khan, Alisha Ramgrej,
Prakriti Sharma, Diane Oyediji,
Joyce Wu, Jahvontae Shakes,
Akashdeep Bhatti, Tarunveer Aujla,
Fatima Noor, Abisheck Naathan.
The following students have been added
to the Peacemaker program after their
successful completion of the
Peacemaker Training:
Grade 3
Joshua Grant, Yuvraj Shahi, Mann Patel
Grade 4
Somalpreet Khamb, Hanana Abdulmana,
Jazeb Mahmood, Imrose Dhaliwal
Syeda Ernan Fatima,
Abdullah Patel, Iana Hinds,
Tej Prajapati, Alexander Maratin,
Harteg Bhullar, Atharva Hiremath,
Ayana Chaitan, Ayesha Shaukat,
Jupneet Wazir, Zohal Barakzai,
Naomi Justus, Yuvraj Shahi,
Ruth Kasujja, Harman Dhaliwal,
Nida Shahzadi, Ayesha Gangat.
Agnibha Misra, Ali Ali,
Jeremiah Salter, Amena Sheikh,
Daniel Styczen, Isa Nabbijohn,
Taabish Khan, Jeevan Purewal,
Damil Randhawa, Teibir Bhullar,
Samee Wahla, Ashita Mantra,
Joshua Grant, Tasifia Zaman,
Jodhvir Bains, Manpreet Cambo,
Dakota Sullivan, Parikchya Basnet,
Manan Sharma, Annie Quaye-
Armah, Zaid Qureshi, Aadil Kazi
Parmvir Singh Dale, Kenya Hall,
Umar Lodhi, Lubna Koya, Indergit
Brar, Tarun Kamath.
Grade 3
Amrika Badhan
Grade 4
Mohammad Abdullah

Conference helps parents 'make a difference in
literacy and beyond'
The Peel District School Board is hosting its 12 th annual parent literacy conference on Saturday,
March 23, 2013 at David Suzuki Secondary School in Brampton. The free conference,
Make a difference in literacy and beyond – practical ways parents can boost learning, features sessions by
leading experts who will provide helpful tips and ideas.
This free learning event includes lunch and is open to Peel board parents of students at all grade levels. Parents,
this is your chance to learn practical ways to boost learning.
Take one day to: experience a powerful keynote presentation by Dr. Adolph Brown, an international speaker
and author; learn from Peel educators recognized throughout Ontario as experts in literacy; explore valuable
exhibitors representing community organizations, regional services and educational products and browse publisher
displays of children's' books and educational resources
Register online at www.peelschools.org/parents/literacyconference
March Break Maple Syrup Days at the Jack Smythe Field Centre
Open Saturday, March 9 to Saturday, March 16
10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Enjoy the beauty and wonder of nature as Spring blossoms. Jack Smythe Field Centre offers
an exceptional family experience with a visit to its Maple Syrup Bush. Join in on an
authentic Canadian tradition.
For a number of years the Peel Field Centres have invited the public for an awe-inspiring
visit to our outstanding Maple Sugar Bush during the March Break. Individuals and families
are invited to get involved as Spring comes to life. Help empty sap buckets, tap trees or sample some
freshly made maple syrup as we celebrate the new syrup season. Take a hike along our tranquil trails and feed
the friendly chickadees by hand.
A teepee and early settler site will also be set up to show how syrup was collected and produced in centuries
past. Use pioneer tools or listen to an Aboriginal tale around the campfires. No visit would be complete without
a trip to the sugar shack where the sap is boiling and clouds of sweet smelling steam billow out of the
chimney. Learn how modern day syrup operations are conducted with an industrial evaporator and tap line system.
Have a taste of the freshly made syrup. It's going to be sweet!
The cost is $5.00/adult and $4.00/child 12 and under.
Lunch will be available for purchase. It will include: hot chocolate, cookies and hotdogs for you to roast over
an open fire. Please note that all payments are “cash” only.
For more information, please contact the Jack Smythe Field Centre at 1-905-877-7771.
Directions to Jack Smythe Field Centre, 14592 Winston Churchill Blvd., Terra Cotta:
North on Mississauga Rd, Left on King Street (You will see Credit View P.S. on your left), Right on Winston
Churchill Blvd (You will pass the Terra Cotta Conservation Area on your left) to the top of the hill and left
into the Jack Smythe site.

Haven’t checked out our website yet?
Attention parents, please take a moment to visit our school website!
All our school newsletters will now be posted on our website.
http://schools.peelschools.org/1111
Keep up to date with what’s happening at
Ridgewood Public School including:
the latest school news
contact information for school administration, superintendent and trustee
calendar
enrolment data
school hours
mission, vision and values
registration information
printable forms
frequently asked questions
library database
maps
volunteer information
EQAO Reports
Offence Declaration required for returning
Volunteers
Parents play an important role in the development and education of their children and
in the success of the school community. At Ridgewood Public School we welcome and
encourage the participation of parents and community members, and are grateful for the countless
hours our volunteers contribute throughout the school year.
To volunteer at our school, you must complete a short interview and a criminal record check. A criminal record check is
required for all school volunteers in Ontario. Even if you want to accompany your child on a field trip, you need this
record check.
Once you have completed the process, you are on file with the Peel District School Board as being a school volunteer.
All returning volunteers will be mailed an Offence Declaration Form that must be filled out and returned to the board
office each year. You will not be able to volunteer with the Peel board if you do not return this form. Forms will be
mailed home in February.
If you have any questions about criminal record checks or the offence declaration form, please call the board office at
905-890-1010, extension 2832

Celebrating Faith and Culture
March 2013
DATE
CELEBRATION FAITH AND CULTURE
March Xsaak Aboriginal Spirituality
March 1 Intercalary Day Bahá'í
Match 1 World Day of Prayer Christianity
March 1 Mehergan Zorastrianism
Sunset March 1 to 20 Alá (Fasting month) Bahá'í
March 9 or 10 Mahashivratri Hinduism
March 14 New Year Sikhism
March 16 to 20 Ghambar Hamaspath-meadem Zoroastrianism
March 17 St. Patrick's Day Christianity
March 18 Clean Monday Christianity
March 20 Shunki-sorei-sai Shinto
March 20 or 22 Lady Day (Ostara) Wicca
March 21 Eid e-Navroz Islam
March 21 Naw Ruz Bahá'í and
Zoroastrianism
March 24 Palm Sunday Christianity
March 24-31 Holy Week Christianity
March 25 Magha Puja Buddhism
Sunset of March 25-
April 2
Pesach (Passover) Judaism
March 26 Sakyamnuni Buddha’s Nirvana Day Buddhism
March 26 Holi Hinduism
March 26 Khordad Saal Zorastrianism
March 28 Hola Mohalla Sikhism
March 28 Holy Thursday (Maundy Thursday) Christianity
March 29 Good Friday (Holy Friday) Christianity and Canada
March 30 Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva’s Birthday Buddhism
March 31 Easter or Pascha Christianity and Canada

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
3 4
Quincy Mac Basketball
Workshop for Junior
students
10
17
St. Patrick’s Day
24
RIDGEWOOD P.S.
March 2013
31
EASTER SUNDAY
5
Quizno’s Healthy
Lunch
6
7 Sol Musical Concert
6:00 pm
Only for students in
after school program
1
ASSEMBLY K-2-4 2C
Leader In Me /Academic
8
Milk Award
ASSEMBLY 1-3-5 3B
Leader In Me /Academic
11 12 13 14 15 16
18
25
Classes Resume
19
26
Quizno’s Healthy
Lunch
20
27
21
28 ASSEMBLY 1-3-5
Leader/Academic 1FF
Milk Award
School Council Mtg 6:30
pm
22
ASSEMBLY K-2-4 2B
Leader In Me /Academic/
29
GOOD FRIDAY
NO SCHOOL
2
9
23
30

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