Ecole Dawnview

05/28/2026

Track & Field Day – Parent Information
Date: Monday, June 1
Rain Date: Thursday, June 4
Location: School Yard (Track & Field Areas)

We are excited to host our Track & Field Day for students in Grades 3–6! Parents and families are
warmly invited to come and cheer on our athletes.

Event Overview
• Events begin around 9:10–9:15 AM after morning routines.
• Students will rotate through track and field events.
• The 1500m race will take place earlier on May 27.

Schedule Highlights
Morning: Grade 3–4 (Track), Grade 5–6 (Field)
After Break: Groups switch events

End of Day: 800m races for all grades

Regular nutrition breaks will occur.

Events Students May Participate In:

Track: Track Events (we will follow this order for both sessions):

100m Girls

100m Boys

200m Girls

200m Boys

400m Girls

400m Boys

800m Boys

800m Girls

Field: Ball Throw, Long Jump (standing/running), Triple Jump (Gr. 5–6)

For Spectators
• Cheer for all participants and support good sportsmanship.
• Stay off tracks and event areas for safety.

What Students Should Bring
• Water bottle
• Hat and sunscreen
• Comfortable athletic clothing and running shoes

05/27/2026

On your mark, get set, go! Our 1500m racers took to the track today and raced hard. Congratulations to all runners. Our full track and field will be on Monday, June 1. Schedule will be posted as soon as it is finalized.

05/22/2026

📚 We Need Your Books! 📚
This is your chance to clear out those overflowing bookcases and give your well-loved favourites a new home! ❤️
Please consider donating your gently used books to support our upcoming Book Exchange—your stories can spark joy for another family.
⏰ Only 1 week left to donate!
Let’s work together to share the love of reading—every book counts! 📖✨

05/22/2026

They're off and walking. The Red Hot Chilli Steppers are wearing their DNV colours and are ready to represent for this great cause.

05/21/2026

Are you tired of reading the same stories over and over again? It’s time to refresh your reading collection!
Bring in your well-loved books and give them a new home while choosing some new favourites for yourself. 📖💛
Donations have already started—thank you to everyone who has contributed so far! If you’re able, please consider donating books to help make this event a success.

05/20/2026

Our Grade 4/5 students showed off their incredible talent with some high-energy double dutch bus dancing at Dawnview! 💃🏽👏🏽
From perfect timing to amazing teamwork, these students brought skill, spirit, and so much joy. It was fantastic to see their confidence shine and their smiles light up the space. 🌟

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05/19/2026

French Night is TOMORROW!!!

05/19/2026

🐝✨ Buzzing with Excitement About Our Bee-tastic Learning! ✨🐝
Today, our students had an incredible reverse field trip experience as we welcomed a special guest who brought the fascinating world of bees right into our school! 🍯🌼
From discovering how bees communicate through their “waggle dance,” to learning about the important role they play in pollination and our food systems, students were completely engaged and curious every step of the way. We even explored how honey is made and why protecting bees is so important for our planet. 🌎💛
This hands-on, interactive learning opportunity came at the perfect time as we get ready to celebrate World Bee Day tomorrow (May 20th)! 🐝🌸
A huge thank you to our guest expert for helping our students develop a deeper appreciation for these tiny but mighty pollinators. Our classrooms were buzzing with excitement and new knowledge!
Let’s all do our part to protect bees—plant flowers, support local pollinators, and spread awareness. 💛🌼

05/15/2026

🌍💛 Happy International Day of Families! 💛🌍
Today, we celebrate the love, strength, and connection that families bring into our lives. Families come in all shapes and sizes—biological, chosen, blended—and each one plays a powerful role in shaping who we are and how we grow.
Let’s take a moment to appreciate the laughter, support, and shared memories that make our families so special. Whether it’s a hug, a phone call, or simply spending time together, the little moments are what truly matter.
Here’s to building strong, caring communities by fostering kindness, understanding, and love within our families and beyond. 💫

05/13/2026

One week from today is FRENCH NIGHT!!! Please mark your calendars and join us for FRENCH NIGHT at JDSS starting at 4:30. It will be everything you can imagine and more. Everything is FREE! This is a great opportunity to see French in action. Don't forget to check out the Dawnview Room!