Welcome to Sprucecourt!
Sprucecourt Junior Public School is a JK to grade 8 school in the heart of Cabbagetown, Toronto.
Around 330 students speaking over 15 different languages are supported by engaging teachers and a diverse, welcoming community.
Sprucecourt events
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Photo Day
Wednesday, Oct 23
Both class and individual photos will be taken in the library starting at 9:15 AM.
Popcorn Friday
Friday, Oct 25
$1 for popcorn!
পপক্রন শুক্রবার আসছে!
சோளப்பொறி வெள்ளிக்கிழமை “Popcorn Friday” மிகவிரைவில் வருகிறது.
爆米花星期五要來了！
Recess PD Session
Monday, Oct 28
3 - 5 PM at Sprucecourt
Professional development session with Lauren McNamara (www.recessprojectcanada.com) on how to approach recess in a new way, so that students return to the classroom ready to learn.
Toronto teachers and principals are invited to sign up or learn more here: bit.ly/recessproject
Hallowe'en Parade
Thursday, Oct 31 at 1 PM
Students are invited to wear costumes to school. Please no candy or anything covering their faces (e.g., masks or pillow cases).
REMINDER: NO SCHOOL
Friday, Nov 15
PA Day
School Council Meeting
Wednesday, Nov 27
3:45 PM in the library
Calendar
In October we recognize:
- Islamic Heritage Month
- Hispanic Heritage Month
- Somali Heritage Month
- Women’s History Month
Lunch program
$25 to $35 per month
All food served is halal. No nut or pork products are ever served in any form. Each meal includes vegetables or a salad, and fruit slices.
Past events
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Reading Volunteer Info & Training
Thursday, Oct 17th
Want to help a child learn to read?
Available 2 mornings a week for 1 hr starting in November?
We will provide FREE childcare, FREE police checks, & FREE training.
Please complete this form and we will be in touch.
Soccer game!
Tuesday, Oct 15th
1 - 2:30 PM
Sprucecourt's intermediate team plays Winchester. Come cheer them on!
Thanksgiving Lunch with Andre De Grasse
"Please join me and my family for a special Thanksgiving community lunch. Halal food will be available." - Andre De Grasse
Monday, Oct 14th, 12 noon
REMINDER:
NO SCHOOL
Friday, Oct 11 and
Monday, Oct 14
Happy Thanksgiving!
School Council Meeting
Wednesday, Oct 2nd at 6 PM, in the library with childcare provided.
আমাদের স্কুল পরিষদ সভায় আসুন এবং স্কুলে কী ঘটছে তা জানুন
எமது பாடசாலை சபை கூட்டத்திற்கு வந்து, பாடசாலையில் என்ன நடக்கிறது என்று அறிந்துகொள்ளுங்கள்.
請您出席校務委員會會議，一起來瞭解學校的最新消息與事務。
Stronger Together
Suitcase Theatre is performing a play for JK to grade 6's on Tuesday, Oct 1st!
Suitcase Theatre is a charitable organization founded by the creator of Mr. Dressup. Their high-quality original musical productions carry messages of kindness, compassion, and overcoming obstacles together.
Stronger Together's message is that "Everyone’s path is unique. By understanding how someone else is feeling, students will learn to unlock the door to their own happiness and greater connections to others. The key? Togetherness!"
Orange Shirt Day
Monday, Sept 30th
Please join us in wearing Orange Shirts to remember and honour Aboriginal children who attended Residential Schools. September was the month that children were removed from their homes. On Orange Shirt Day, we can help recognize the damage that was done by the Residential School system on Aboriginal children, their families, and communities.
Popcorn Friday
Friday, Sept 27th
$1 for popcorn!
পপক্রন শুক্রবার আসছে!
சோளப்பொறி வெள்ளிக்கிழமை “Popcorn Friday” மிகவிரைவில் வருகிறது.
爆米花星期五要來了！
Wednesday, Sept 25th
Curriculum Night 5PM
Please come to your child’s classroom to meet their teacher and find out about what they will be learning throughout the year.
Community Potluck 6PM
Bring a blanket to sit on, drinks for your family, reusable plates & cutlery, and a dish to share with 8-10 people.