Principal's Message
Hello Teston Village PS Families,
Welcome back! We hope everyone had a wonderful mid-winter break. It was so nice to see students return to their classrooms and quickly settle back into their routines. As we look ahead, the next few weeks will be busy with many activities and events across the school.
To begin, a sincere thank you to Ms. Reid for organizing another successful book fair and to our families for your support. Your purchases not only help bring new books and resources into our school but also support a love of reading at home.
With the arrival of milder weather, it certainly feels like spring is in the air. However, this also brings wet and muddy conditions on our school grounds. As a result, our fields will be closed for the next few weeks to ensure student safety and to allow the grass to recover. Over the past several days, we have seen an increase in slips and falls due to the muddy conditions. Students will be reminded to remain on paved areas, wear appropriate footwear such as rain boots, and engage in safe play with their peers.
While the field is closed, soccer and football are not permitted on the pavement. The school will not be providing soccer balls for recess, and any balls brought from home will be held in the office until the end of the day.
We are excited for the students who will be attending the Raptors 905 basketball game this weekend! We hope they have a fantastic experience!
Looking ahead, our grade 8 volleyball team members will be taking part in a fun and competitive volleyball showdown and long-standing race to win between Mr. Chan and Ms. Mediratta. This lunch-hour event will also serve as a fundraiser for our Grade 8 graduation, with a $1.00 entry fee. Students from Grades 1 to 8 are welcome to watch the first game of the season and hopefully the last once Mr. Chan and the team are defeated!
As we begin the month of April, we recognize both Autism Awareness Month and Sikh Heritage Month. These important observances provide opportunities for learning, reflection, and celebrating the diversity within our school community.
To mark the beginning of Autism Awareness Month, we will be hosting our annual flag raising on Wednesday, April 1st, at 9:40 a.m. Families are warmly invited to join us as we come together to celebrate inclusion, acceptance, and the many ways our students learn and grow.
Thank you for your continued support, and we wish you all a wonderful weekend.
THERE IS NO SCHOOL ON FRIDAY, APRIL 3rd
THERE IS NO SCHOOL ON MONDAY, APRIL 6th
Sincerely,
Ms. S. Mediratta
Upcoming Events:
Always check out the community Google Calendar for all special events posted up to June!
April - Sikh Heritage Month, World Autism Day
3rd - Good Friday - NO SCHOOL
6th - Easter Monday - NO SCHOOL
8th- International Day of Pink
13th - Toronto Symphony Field Trip: GR. 7&8
17th - 🏸Badminton Exhibition Game @ Walter Scott
17th - The BIG Crunch
20th - 🏀Jr. Girls Basketball Areas @ Anne Frank and Nellie
23rd - KITS: Little Pear Garden Gr. K-4
23rd - AI and Parenting presentation with Jennifer Casa-Todd @ Maple High - FREE
30th - Gr. 7 Immunization Clinic
30th - Social Studies Celebrations Event for Grade 2 students
Autism Acceptance Day is Thursday, April 2nd, 2025
World Autism Awareness Day is an international observance dedicated to raising awareness about autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and promoting acceptance, inclusion, and support for individuals with autism. At Teston Village, stay tuned for more information about different ways our school is going to raise awareness and showcase our learning around ASD. We will continue to do the work to advocate for greater understanding and acceptance within our school and community.
We hope your kids will join in on the fun spirit events we have planned!
Monday, March 30 - Autism Spirit Day: We work best as a “Team” Wear something that represents your favourite SPORTS TEAM. Wear some sports gear to school or the jersey or uniform of a team that you love!
Tuesday, March 31st - Magnificent Minds Hat Day Wear any type of hat at school!
Wednesday, April 1st - Neurodiversity Wednesday-Tons of colours represent the beauty of autism!
Kindergarten—Wear YELLOW
Grades , 2 and 3 - Wear BLUE
Grades 4, 5, and 6 - Wear ORANGE
Grades 7 and 8 - Wear GREEN
Staff - wear something really colourful or tie-dye!
Thursday, April 2nd - Autism Spirit Day: Sensory Friendly Friday. Wear your most comfy clothes or pyjamas to school!
School Council Meeting:
Thursday, April 16th @ 6:00p.m. hosted in our staff room at Teston Village.
All parents are encouraged to attend!
DON'T MISS YOUR LAST OPPORTUNITY TO ORDER BY SUNDAY!
Spring Pizza will run for 12 weeks! It is the BEST 12 weeks of the year.
This is a fundraiser for the Grade 8 graduation and provided by: Little Caesar's
Dates: April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 // May 7, 14, 21, 28 // June 4, 11, 18
Price: $65.00 and paid using SCHOOL CASH ONLINE -- https://yrdsb.schoolcashonline.com/
Nutrition program update to share:
We would like to remind families that our nutrition program is intended to provide a small morning snack, not a full meal.
Since returning from March Break, we have noticed that some students are arriving with limited food and are finishing their lunch early in the day and are looking for a more filling option. We kindly ask that students come to school with enough food to support them throughout the day, based on what works best for your family’s routines, preferences, and cultural food choices.
Please also ensure your child has the utensils they need (e.g., spoon or fork), as the office is not always able to provide these items.
Snack Program hours:
After 8:45 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Produce available until 11:00 a.m.
We will always support students when needed; however, we are not able to provide full meals.
Thank you for your continued partnership in supporting student well-being.
PARENTING & AI - hosted by Jennifer Casa-Todd
The School Council at Maple High School has received a grant to host Jennifer Casa-Todd, who will be speaking about AI and Parenting.
📅 Thursday, April 23, 2026
⏰ 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Our staff and parent community have been invited to attend. The event is free.
Jennifer Casa-Todd is a very knowledgeable speaker, and this will be a great opportunity for families to learn more about AI and how youth are engaging with it. It is also a chance for our communities to come together and learn about this evolving topic.
Please feel free to share the flyer with other parents in our community who may be interested in attending.
LUNCHBOX PROGRAM – ORDER ONLINE
https://www.lunchboxorders.net/ OR https://yrdsb.schoolcashonline.com/
This program allows families to order lunch online, and meals will be delivered directly to your child at school. It is designed to make lunchtime easier and more convenient for our families.
Students can now enjoy:
🍔 Tubbies: Tuesdays -- Burgers & Fries, Waffles, Pancakes, Grilled Cheese, Chicken Fingers, and Chicken burgers
🌯Champion Doner: Wednesdays -- Shawarma wraps and Doner boxes (chicken and beef options)
IMPORTANT DEADLINE: Orders must be placed by Sunday at 12:00 PM (noon) for the following week. If you need our help, come by the office to get set up and place your first order. Thank you for supporting our fundraiser to help us purchase items to support school initiatives.
Engagement Matters – Spring Edition
Read the latest newsletter from the Parent, Family and Community Engagement Advisory Committee (PEAC). This edition covers the latest on artificial intelligence. You’ll also find information about the latest Board policies under review. PEAC works to support, encourage and enhance parent engagement at the Board level to improve student achievement and well-being.
Adult Day School Quad 4 Registration is Open Now!
Adult Day School Quad 4 Starts on April 14. Please see this flyer for more information.
Families Invited to Provide Input into YRDSB Budget
From March 24-April 17, YRDSB is inviting families to share their input in the annual budget consultation. Your feedback will help inform budget decisions for the 2026-2027 school year.
How to Participate:
Complete the online survey (translated into 17 languages)
Join the virtual consultation on April 13, 2026 at 7 p.m. Details are available on the YRDSB website.
Your voice matters. Please take a few minutes to participate and help shape next year's budget. Questions about YRDSB's budget process can be directed to budget@yrdsb.ca.
IMPORTANT MESSAGE:
Families Planning to Move or Students Not Returning in September
As we begin our planning for the 2025-2026 school year, we kindly ask you to inform the school office if your family has plans to move over the summer or if your children will not be returning in September for any reason. This information helps us to ensure a smooth transition for all students and to make necessary staffing arrangements for the upcoming academic year.
Kindergarten registration for Children Born in 2022
Starting Kindergarten is an exciting time for everyone. Once you have completed your application, the school will contact you to make an appointment to review and verify the required documents. Please click here for kindergarten registration information.