October 16, 2026
Principal's Message
As we settle into October, we hope everyone is enjoying the beautiful fall colours and the changing of the seasons! It is a wonderful time of year to get outside, enjoy the crisp autumn air, and appreciate the beauty of the season.
Welcome Back, Ms. Sherman!
We are happy to welcome Ms. Sherman back to the CBPS team! She will be working with our Grade 3/4/5 students, teaching Social Studies and Music and Planning Time in our K-2 and Grade 6-8 classes. We are excited to have her rejoin our school community!
Every Day Counts!
Regular school attendance plays an important role in student success. Students who attend school regularly are better positioned to build relationships, engage in learning, and experience success. Every day counts, and missed days add up over the course of the school year! We recognize that absences are sometimes unavoidable, and we encourage families to reach out if they need support. Please see resources below with helpful tips and strategies to support families in building positive attendance routines and helping students arrive at school ready to learn.
Picture Day - November 3rd
As communicated in a previous email, picture day at CBPS is scheduled for Tuesday, November 3rd.
Have a wonderful weekend!
J. Cole, M. Brushett & the CBPS Learning Team
School Organization - 2026-2027
Principal - Jen Cole
Vice Principal- Michele Wilson-Brushett
Head Teacher - Valerie Boyce
Office Administrator - Brenda Sproule
Head Caretaker - Rob LebBanc
Staff Member | Role |
|---|---|
Lauren Desarmia | JK/SK/1/2 |
Valerie Boyce | Student Support Teacher/Gr. 3/4/5 |
Stephanie Sherman | Gr. 3/4/5 & Planning Time |
Mahtab Samifanni | Core French/Gr. 3/4/5 |
Katie Butler | Gr. 6/7/8 |
Melanie Stacey, Holly Moore-McQuaid | Educational Assistants |
Jessie Smith | Lunch Supervisor |
Lunch Supervisor Opportunity
CBPS is looking for someone to join our team as a Lunch Supervisor, including providing coverage for Educational Assistant breaks, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. each school day. This is a paid position. There is some flexibility in the schedule for those who may not be available every day. If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please contact the school main office. Please note that an up-to-date Vulnerable Sector Screener is required.
School Council
Our small but mighty School Council meets about once every 6 weeks to discuss events and fundraisers at CBPS, bring up issues with administration, and plan special opportunities for students and families. It is a great way to stay informed and involved in your child's schooling!
Our CBPS Council from 2025-26 includes the following executive members:
- Chair: Ashley Switzer
- Secretary: Charlotte Burns
- Treasurer: Alyssa Baird
Our School Council currently has positions available for an Indigenous Representative and Members-at-Large. If you are interested in getting involved and helping contribute to our school community, we would love to hear from you! Please reach out to School Council or contact the school office for more information about these opportunities.
Volunteers always welcome!
Next SAC Meeting is Wednesday, November 18th at 6:00 pm in the CBPS Library.
Click here for Teams link to join virtually.
Allergen Awareness - Nut-Free School
Thank you for packing nut-free snacks! Please communicate with teachers before sending any treats in for your student's class.
Concussion Codes of Conduct
All school boards in Ontario are required to have a policy on concussion safety for students. There have been some changes to LDSB Concussion Protocol this year which simply the Return to Learn (RTL) and Return to Physical Activity (RTPA) process and support a safe, gradual, symptom-informed return to school and activity. These are outlined in Administrative Procedure 142: Concussions, as well as a variety of supporting resources and documents that outline a code of conduct for students and families, flow charts to identify and diagnose a concussion and assessment and management forms. Please reach out to the school with any questions.
Daily Schedule
Our school operates on a balanced day using a Day 1 to 5 cycle.
2025-2026 LDSB School Year Calendar
October
October 26 - PA Day
October 30 - Spirit Day - Black and Orange Day & School Dance & Crafts
November
November 2 - Character Trait Assembly - Bravery
November 3 - Picture Day
November 5 - School Bus Safety Presentations
November 11 - Remembrance Day
November 13 - Kindergarten Communication of Learning & Progress Reports sent home
November 18 - SAC Meeting
November 19 - Grade 7/8 Immunizations
November 20 - PA Day
December
December 21 - Winter Break Begins
January
Monday, January 4 - Back to School - Welcome 2027!
Friday, January 29 - PA Day
February
Friday, February 12 - Report Cards Distributed
Monday, February 15 - Family Day Holiday
March
Friday, March 12 - March Break Begins - School Holiday
Monday, March 22 - Return from March Break - Welome back!
Tuesday, March 23 - Term 2 IEP's home
Friday, March 26 - Good Friday Holiday
Monday, March 29 - Easter Monday Holiday
April
Thursday, April 15 - Grade 8 Graduation Photos and Sibling Photo Day
Friday, April 23 - PA Day
May
Monday, May 24 - Victoria Day Holiday
Monday, May 31 - PA Day
June
Friday, June 25 - Report Cards Distributed
Monday, June 28 - Last Day of School
Tuesday, June 29 - PA Day
