Adam Scott C.V.I./I.S. has a focus 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 which is supportive of curriculum and instruction, and addresses the learning needs of both staff and students. 
MESSAGE FROM THE ADMINISTRATION

During the previous month, our Principal, Catherine Foy, was ill but still working hard to do her best for the school. As of April 1^st , Catherine was granted a medical leave and for the interim, I have been named Acting Principal. Bob Fenton, has come out of retirement to assume my Vice-Principal duties during this time. Bob is a former Adam Scott Vice-Principal and we are looking forward to the contributions his experience will bring to our school. We all wish Catherine a speedy recovery and any cards or well wishes can be sent to the office, where they will be forwarded to her.

It is hard to believe we are headed into May and we have had a lot of great activities over the past month! Historica was wonderful and many members of the community came in to help us make the choices for the projects going onto the regional fair on April 28^th. Retired teachers Catherine Dibben and Phil Winslow, Anne Scott, Mary Heaman, Student Council Chair Sharron Hatton, History Dept. Chair Pierre Robert and a couple of other important judges; had a very difficult time selecting top projects since all the students put a lot of effort and enthusiasm into their work. CHEX TV was on the scene again this year to highlite the students’ projects and Trustee Sue Cushing helped out with the awards ceremony. Our top 10 projects are going to participate in the Regional Historica Fair at the Peterborough Canoe Museum on April 28^th. All the school results are further on in the newsletter. Thank you to all staff for their hard work to keep Historica on track and Dorothy McCord for all her efforts in organizing the event.

An exciting basketball season is winding down. Both girls’ and boys’ teams have played with enthusiasm and developed their skills considerably. Thanks to teachers Jenn Knox and Danielle Vlietstra for their dedication to both teams throughout the season. Track and Field members have already started their training with the High School Team. Adam Scott will be hosting the Intermediate Track and Field meet later on during the month of May; more details to follow.

Fund raising activities are still going on! Our annual Plant Sale is currently happening with order forms being sent home last Friday, April 22^nd. If for some reason the form did not make it home please contact the main office and we will send home another form. This is one of our important fund raisers and plant pick is just prior to the May long weekend.

During the month of May, I have plans to visit all our feeder schools to talk to our “new” grade seven students and their parents. As usual, our BBQ for new Intermediate students will be taking place on Thursday, June 2^nd starting at 4:30 pm. More details are included later in the newsletter.

Graduation will be occurring on Monday, June 27^th and already the students are discussing what they are going to wear for their graduation ceremony and dance. The excitement for the elementary ceremony is understandable but some students are concerned about the quality of their attire and whether or not they will “fit in” with the social expectations for the evening. Please take some time to talk with your child(ren) about the realities of dressing appropriately for a school event and the judicious spending of money on outfits. Reviewing with all students that people come from a variety of situations and should not be judged on their physical appearance or attire may help to encourage inclusion and group support for each and every person who is graduating. This is a special day for all our children.

Lastly, with the good weather, we are starting to see more skateboards at school. Students are reminded that skateboards are not allowed at school for safety reasons and need to be left at home.

A reminder to parents and guardians to check our website www.adamscott.ca to keep up with the multitude of activities and events here at the school. As always, we appreciate your support and input. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at Wilf_Gray@kprdsb.ca or at 743-7373 Ext. 143.

IMPORTANT DATES

May 23^rd       Victoria Day - no classes

June 2^nd        Intermediate Barbecue

June 27^th       Grade 8 Graduation

June 28^th       Report Card Distribution

June 29^th       Last Day of Classes

June 30^th      P.A. Day

ASIS CONCERT BAND ACTIVITIES

 ~ APRIL/MAY 2005

Hello Parents and Students,

Here is an update on our planned activities. Please ensure the students are at the next few rehearsals as we want to sound our best for the CD taping on Friday, April 29^th. The bands are both performing well.

Congratulations to all on our Silver & Gold performances at Kiwanis! Keep up the daily practicing so we can have enough “lips” for our Band workshop day.

Friday, April 29^th  

Combined 7 & 8 rehearsal

Downbeat 7:00am (Sound Check)

Please arrive by 6:45 am

Selections - 7&8 Ancient Moon

7’s - Gallant March, Tequila 7:20 - 7:45

8’s - Land of the Silver Birch,

Marching Grenadiers 7:45 - 8:30

Tuesday, May 3^rd

Niagara Swingin’ South Stage Band arrives

Meet & Greet billets (Time To be confirmed- probably after school)

Supper at billets home

Bowling - Brookdale @ 6:30 pm

Wednesday, May 4^th

Band workshop through the day

Evening performance for Niagara Band

Thursday, May 5^th  

Rock & Rope Climbing 3-5:00 p,m

BBQ at Mrs. Locklin’s 5:30 - 7:30 pm

Friday, May 6^th

Canada’s Paramount Wonderland - Music Festival

Departure - 8:00 am, return 8:00 pm

Need Parent Volunteers to assist!!! Please call Mrs. Locklin, or respond with a note sent with your child.

Thanks for your support & commitment to Music.

                        Sincerely, Mrs. Karen Locklin

Historica Fair - 2005

Congratulations to all students who participated in the 2005 Historica Fair at Adam Scott. Many projects reflected careful attention to researching some very interesting topics. On April 14^th, selected projects were reviewed by 6 judges in the cafeteria. On April 15^th, students and parents had an opportunity to visit displays in classrooms. An awards ceremony followed, with Sue Cushing, trustee of the KPRDSB assisting in presenting awards.

Many thanks to judges Kim Reid, Phil Winslow, Catherine Dibben, Anna Scott, Sharron Hatton, Mary Heaman, Pierre Robert and Wilf Gray. Thanks also to Bravo Awards who subsidized the plaques which were presented to the first place students.

The first ten projects listed below will be attending the Kawartha Lakeshore Regional Fair at the Canadian Canoe Museum on April 28^th, and will have a chance to be chosen to proceed to the provincial fair in Hamilton and the national fair in Saskatoon.