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Oral language presentations begin on Monday, January 25th. Please bring your presentation sheet and any artefacts you would like to share on Monday. We will do a random draw everyday to see who will present. Soyez-prêts les amis! Library School
We concluded our week of Library School today and want to thank Leanne Hooper for her enthusiasm in guiding us through virtual Library School. That's a first! Thanks to Cenovus Energy for supporting this program and of course all the guest speakers, facilitators, librarians, artists and authors we got to "meet" this week. Mme Suzanne (a.k.a Mme Franco-Fun) taught us a lot about the Francophone History of Alberta and Calgary and students really enjoyed their tour of Rouleauville Square in Downtown Calgary and learning about the pioneers of French Language in our province. There were also a few "furry" mascots that we were introduced to, like "Hello and Bonjour" and Brise-bois! Our virtual tours of the Central Library and Memorial Park Library were super cool and we can't wait to visit these places in person when it is safe to do so. Ask your child to tell you about one interesting feature they remember from either of these iconic Libraries. Throughout the week, students explored the BIG question "What is my story?" Qu'est ce que c'est mon histoire? and there were many opportunities to explore this question through stories, walking field trips, journalling, songs, games and loose parts play. Here are a few photo highlights.
Journalling our "community story".
Meeting Mme Suzanne (Mme Franco-fun) and how we are now part of Calgary's French History, As French Immersion students, we are now part of this story. How cool is that?
Touring the Central Library and the amazing spaces, art and books. 
We loved the bookscalator and the behind the scenes tour!
Recreating our Library School highlights using loose parts.
Potpourri
Community Quilt - Nous sommes tous uniques!
As promised, the community quilt is ready for viewing. Check out our process and final product in the video below. Bravo tout le monde! It is a true masterpiece!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/17-0LiEBSvLTUEIA6qnttnaZ31gXhbFoE/view
Valentines Update: There is some important information coming from Administration regarding Valentines Day. Please check your school messenger email for this update around expectations for a COVID safe celebration. See Ms. White's message below
We have been receiving questions about Valentine’s Day. To make it absolutely Covid friendly teachers are designing ways for children to share their kind words and wishes internally. We will create displays of appreciation for each other within our school using materials already present. Our messages will be spread throughout the school but no paper valentines will be exchanged. Our messages will remain visible for a lengthy period of time for students to see each day. This will help them be surrounded by a caring community of peers throughout February into March. We ask that no paper valentines be sent from home during this February.
Just a reminder about physical distancing after school; please note that while some may be unmasked while picking up their children from outside, we need to remember to honor the 6’ distance when unmasked. This will help us all respect each other during our ongoing challenge with keeping numbers low. I appreciate your attention and thoughtfulness around this request.
Stay safe, stay warm and enjoy the sunshine.
Cindy White
Principal, Tuscany School
Parking Lot Snowbank and Playgrounds: Just a few reminders on safety in and around the school. Please remember that the snowbank at the far end of the staff parking lot is not a safe place to play. Please discourage your children from playing in the parking lot. Try a safer space on the other side of the fence.
The two school playgrounds are not accessible before and after school, as per CBE COVID protocols. Please make your way to the far community playground south of our two main playgrounds if you feel the need to exercise your body.
