Principal - David Myrvold Vice Principal- Penny Hope Vice Principal - Denise Severin
 
 

There will be at Adam Scott C.V.I./I.S. an emphasis on student achievement with clearly stated expectations and equitable assessment guidelines. This mandate will be met within a purposeful learning atmosphere that is free from the threat of physical or emotional harm, delivered within a climate that is supportive of curriculum and instruction, and that addresses the learning needs of both staff and students.
 
 

It has been our pleasure to see that by the close of our first term in the Intermediate division, our new Grade 7 students appear to be happy and feeling at home at Adam Scott. The Grade 7 students that we have talked to have spoken highly of their teachers, the extra-curricular activities and the special events that have occurred at the school. Fund-raising efforts continue by our French Immersion teachers who are getting prepared to take our students to Quebec in June. During this time of year when many families are celebrating Kwanza, Hanukkah, Christmas and other religious special days, guests are arriving and many meals are being prepared. If you shop at M and M Meat Shops, before you make your purchase, please let them know that you want to support Adam Scott's fund-raisers. If you do this, then a portion of your purchase amount will be donated by them to the school. For those of us who do not celebrate during this time of year, we still have to eat so, please feel free to support this fund-raiser.
 

Our high school music department is putting on its' seasonal musical this Wednesday, December 11^th at 7:00 p.m. in the auditorium and we are inviting everyone who is able to attend. Ms. Gauthier's music students do a remarkable job presenting their accomplishments and it makes for a very enjoyable evening out. We also have our Intermediate Drama
 

Presentation next week. Ms. Scott and Mrs. Locklin have worked many hours to put together a remarkable performance from Monday through Wednesday and we are again hoping that many of you will be able to attend. This presentation will be in lieu of an Open House this year. Our Open House will be re-scheduled for later on in the winter.
 

As many of you know, our board's EQAO results have been released. Our director, Dr. Avis Glaze, correctly points out that there is room for improvement and emphasizes that we are all working to increase the scores of Kawartha Pine Ridge students so they can continue to have success throughout their school and work careers. At Adam Scott, we benefit from having the Intermediate and Secondary students in the same facility. Given this closeness, it has been relatively easy to bring teachers together to determine how to best support our students to prepare for the Grade 10 Literacy test. The Grade 7 and 8 teachers from our feeder schools are also involved in determining the best course of action to address the Literacy test concerns. This collegial and united approach to increasing literacy rates in our schools will undoubtedly address some of the concerns raised by our test results and we look forward to sharing our action plan for improvement with you. We would like to note, however, that even though there remains room for improvement, Adam Scott students performed very well on the Grade 10 Literacy test with one of the highest successful pass rates in the board. Our congratulations go out to all of the students, parents and staff who have worked to bring about this result.
 

We want to send a thank you out to all of the Intermediate parents who took the time to fill out and return the school improvement questionnaire this year. The results of the questionnaire indicated a high level of on-going satisfaction with what we are doing here at the school. The greatest area of concerns are related to eating lunch and regular communication from the classroom. These concerns will continue to be addressed at the school level. A more detailed analysis of the survey results will be made available in the next newsletter as responses are still coming in.
 

Our next Council meeting is on December 17^th , 2002 at 7:00 p.m. in the Learning Resource Library. Please come and be part of our group. Our Council members have invited a guest speaker to speak about Goal Setting. We hope to see you there.
 

In closing, we would like to take this opportunity to wish all of you a safe and happy winter break. Hopefully, you will be able to have some holiday time with your children over the two weeks that school is out of session. Take quality time for yourselves and your loved ones. Happy holidays.
 
 

The Health Unit will be performing dental screening the morning of Thursday, December 12^th and all day Friday, December 13^th. This procedure is mandatory for grade 8 students and takes approximately 5 minutes per student.
 
 

Adam Scott Intermediates' will be proudly sporting the Green and White colours this month in 3 Basketball tournaments. It all begins Wednesday, December 11^th when the Boys' Competitive Team plays at Crestwood Secondary School coached by Mr. Imeson and secondary student A.J. Brown. On Thursday, December 12^th, the Girls' Recreational team coached by secondary students Allyson Brown and Ellie Munnings, travel to Lakefield District School to show their spirit and potential. The tournament season's conclusion is on Friday, December 13^th when the Girls' Competitive team, coached by Amy Burgess and Colleen Hartwick, visit PCVS - let's hope it is a lucky Friday the 13^th for the girls!

Adam Scott Intermediate presents 3 evening performances of Charles Dickens', "A Christmas Carol" - the musical.
 

Parents who are interested and able to assist backstage for any of the performances are asked to leave a message for Mrs. Locklin with Ms. Soucie (our secretary). Thank you for your support.
 

December 20th Last day of classes in 2002

January 6th First day of classes in 2003
 

... to the following winners of our e-mail competition:
 

Dale Wood Helen Batten

Debbie King Krista Witty

Kelly Russelle Virginia Ambler

Kim Kirkbride Neville Oldham

John Gearin Josie Boutin
 

Have your son or daughter go to the office to collect your prize for you.
 

Thank you for your participation.

The merging of School Councils at Adam Scott between the high school and the intermediate school has moved ahead successfully as per board directive. The Intermediate school has a separate committee that meets after the combined Council meeting. We, on this small but mighty committee, are working hard to provide the Intermediate students with as many advantages as possible.
 

In the past, our fund raising efforts have provided items such as Intermediate school sports jerseys, AAACES (Academics, Athletics, Arts and Community Service) award medals, Grade 8 graduation costs, classroom extras for each Intermediate school teacher and science videos. This year, our main fund raiser will be focused on musical instruments.
 

Currently, our music classroom is dealing with a shortage of instruments due to wear and tear and outright breakdown. The money raised would be used to repair equipment and purchase new instruments. This would better facilitate all Intermediate students with the opportunity to learn an instrument that works properly. Learning a musical instrument can open up a whole new world to students and can lead to a life long love of music.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

To facilitate this fund raiser, we will be holding an Open House in February with a Valentines Day theme. If you would like to get involved in a one-time school event, this will be your chance. Presently, we are working on one large fund raising idea for the Open House, but are looking for more. If you have any ideas on fund raising, entertainment or just plain fun for the February Open House, feel free to call us. We, as a community, can make a difference at Adam Scott. A letter will be going home in January with the meeting dates on which we will plan this event. Please take the time and help out.
 

We wish you all the best for a safe and happy Holiday Season.
 

Upcoming School Council Meetings
 

December 17^th, 7:00 p.m., in the school library

Grant Macdonald will be speaking to us about Goal Setting.
 

January 21^st, 2003, 7:00 p.m. in the school library

People For Education Representative, John Hoffman will be speaking to us about Building Blocks for Every School.
 
 

Winter will undoubtedly produce days of poor weather conditions. In order to find out such information as bus cancellations, delays or school closings, please listen to one of the local radio stations. They will make frequent announcements regarding the current situation. Information that will be helpful for you to know includes the bus route number, the bus company and the driver's name.
 

Sometimes buses are called early because of deteriorating weather. If this occurs, please have your arrangements worked out, and please make sure your child/children know where they are to go. With a limited number of telephones in the school, it is impossible to contact all families or receive incoming phone calls.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Here are a few reminders:

• •LISTEN TO LOCAL RADIO STATIONS FOR INFORMATION ON BUSES AND SCHOOLS
• •KNOW THE BUS ROUTE NUMBER, COMPANY AND DRIVER'S NAME
• •IF A BUS DOESN'T RUN IN THE MORNING, IT WILL NOT TAKE CHILDREN HOME
• •YOU DO NOT NEED TO CALL "SAFE ARRIVAL" IF BUSES ARE CANCELLED
• •MAKE ALTERNATE ARRANGEMENTS IN CASE BUSES ARE SENT HOME EARLY
• •MAKE SURE CHILDREN KNOW THOSE ARRANGEMENTS
• •DO NOT DRIVE INTO THE FRONT DRIVEWAY WHEN BUSES ARE THERE
• •MAKE SURE YOUR CHILDREN ARE DRESSED WARMLY
• •IF BUSES ARE CANCELLED, AND SCHOOL REMAINS OPEN, THE PARENTS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM SCHOOL

Congratulations to Veronique Oldham, 7D, this month's draw winner.
 

Please sign and return this portion of the newsletter to the school to indicate you received and read this newsletter. Your child's name will be entered into a draw for a prize. Return by Monday, December 16, 2002.
 

Name of Student ______________________________________________________________HR _______
 

Parent/Guardian Signature _____________________________________ Date _______________________