Principal's Message
Hello Teston Village PS families,
Thank you for another wonderful week!
This month, our focus is on courage. At school, courage can look like trying something new, asking a question when you’re unsure, or standing up for what is right. We encourage students to take small, brave steps each day, whether it’s tackling a challenging task, meeting a new friend, or sharing their ideas in class. These moments help build confidence and remind our students that courage grows with practice.
On November 8, we recognize Indigenous Veterans Day. This day honours the many First Nations, Inuit, and Métis soldiers who served with courage and strength in times of war and peace. We take this time to acknowledge their contributions and the important role Indigenous veterans have played in Canada’s history. https://www.veterans.gc.ca/en/remembrance/people-and-stories/indigenous-veterans Flags at all Ontario government buildings and establishments across the province will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Indigenous Veterans Day, Saturday, November 8, 2025.
On November 11, we will observe Remembrance Day. This is an important time for our school community to honour the courage and sacrifice of Canadians who have served in conflicts and peacekeeping missions around the world. We will hold a Remembrance Day service for students, staff, and families. For more information about Remembrance Day, please visit the Government of Canada website.
November is also a busy and meaningful month for learning. Progress reports will be sent home on November 19, followed by parent-teacher interviews. This is an opportunity for students and families to work together to set academic and social goals, and we encourage students to share these goals with their teachers so we can support them throughout the year.
Finally, some information about the state of the Boys Washroom!
Over the past two weeks, we have seen an increase in vandalism in the boys washrooms. Students have reported repeated instances of toilet paper being used to create significant messes, which has resulted in frequent closures and extra work for our caretaking team. We have also had several incidents involving damaged soap dispensers, including broken pumps and dispensers removed from the wall, leaving soap spilled across the floor. When soap is unavailable or the space is unsafe, we cannot allow students to use the washroom, which creates inconvenience for everyone. I am sharing this with families to be transparent about the time spent investigating these concerns and supporting students in using the washrooms responsibly. We ask families to speak with their children about respecting shared spaces and the importance of honesty as we work together to keep our school safe and clean for all.
Below, you’ll find a recap of this week’s highlights as well as some upcoming events.
Sincerely,
Ms. S. Mediratta
Upcoming Dates and Events:
November:
12: Int. Boys Volleyball Areas
13: Int. Girls Volleyball Areas
18: Vaughan Fire presentation - Grades 2 to 8
19: Progress Reports go home
20: Parent-Teacher Interviews (evening)
21: PA Day (No school) & Parent-Teacher Interviews (morning)
EDSBY Parent-Teacher Interviews Bookings Open on Monday, Nov. 10th for November 20th (Evening) & 21st (morning)
In order to access the online appointment scheduler and book an interview, families will need to have an Edsby account
Please email the school at teston.village.ps@yrdsb.ca if you do not have an Edsby account. You will then receive an email from York Region District School Board with instructions on how to create an Edsby account. If you do not receive the email, please check your junk mail folder to ensure you do not miss this opportunity.
Junior Kindergarten (Year 1) Observation Visits:
Year 1 Kindergarten families/caregivers will be invited to a classroom visit to see their child engaging with learning in the Kindergarten classroom and to have a brief conversation with an educator. These visits will be scheduled in late November.
Teston Village is hosting the volleyball area tournaments next week for the boys and girls teams.
On Wednesday and Thursday morning, we will welcome students and schools from West area schools and look forward to the competition and sportsmanship. Boys Teams who advance to the finals will head to Discovery PS on Wednesday afternoon. Girls Teams who advance to the semis and finals will come to Teston Village on Thursday afternoon.
Thank you to the School Council who will be running the Teston Tuck Shop, selling snacks and food to our athletes. Go Tornadoes!!!
Upcoming Presentation: Tuesday, November 18th, 2025
Presenters: Vaughan Fire Department
Audience: Grades 2 to 8
Topic: The Hazard House is an interactive tool that simulates real-life scenarios in a controlled environment. Topics covered include escape planning, how and when to call 9-1-1, and fire prevention strategies. The presentation covers curriculum expectations from Grades 2 to 8 in Health and Physical Education.
Thank you to the school council for hosting movie night!
There was a great turnout for the event, and students enjoyed watching a movie with their friends and some yummy snacks. We look forward to another special event like this in the new year. The money raised from food sales will go directly to your children to purchase items for the school.
Last chance to order Popcorn Wednesdays!! $2.00 treat
DEADLINE IS November 13th -- Last Chance.
Every Wednesday for five weeks starting November 19th.
***If you do not want to buy popcorn, you can always make a donation to the school in any amount, and 100% of that will go to support the purchase of new technology at TVPS.
BUY POPCORN OR DONATE USING SCHOOL CASH ONLINE https://yrdsb.schoolcashonline.com/
We had a great first week with The Lunch Lady!
The Lunch Lady Program is HERE.
Register for your account first! https://www.thelunchlady.ca/
School Council is happy to share that The Lunch Lady hot lunch program is starting at our school on Monday, November 3!
Hot lunches will be available on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday.
Families can order online from a big menu that includes halal and vegetarian options, along with many meals kids love to eat, like pasta, chicken, or sandwiches.
You can even place an order before 7 a.m. on the same day, and the Lunch Lady delivers to the school and you can stay home and relax.
You order when you need a lunch. No commitments.
Why order from the Lunch Lady?
This is a fundraiser lunch, and all the money raised will go back to our school to help us buy new technology and books for the library.
The Lunch Lady program is also very helpful on those busy mornings when you don’t have time to pack a lunch, or when you just need a break from making one!
Lunches will be delivered to your child at school -- even on rainy or snowy mornings!
For Kindergarten parents CLICK HERE for menu options
For parents grade 1 and up CLICK HERE for menu options
The upcoming PA Day November 21, 2025. -- no school for students
Dear families,
For your information, here is information about learning that school staff will be participating in on the upcoming elementary and secondary Professional Activity (PA) Day on November 21, 2025. As usual, students do not attend school on PA Days.
All Elementary Schools
Length: Full Day – AM & PM
Topic: Report Card Preparation, Reporting to Parents, Ongoing Communication
Entity Hosting: All Elementary Schools
Presenter(s)/Facilitator(s): Parent/Teacher Interviews onsite
Description: Full Day of Professional activities focused on reporting to parents and ongoing communication regarding student achievement and well-being, involving Parent/Teacher Interviews.
Pack a spoon or fork from home.
No drinks in disposable, take-out, or open-lid cups
Avoid picking up your child between 2:00pm - 2:35pm