Horseshoe Heights P.S. March 2026 Newsletter
Horseshoe Heights March 2026 Newsletter
Principal’s Message:
March has arrived, and with it comes a wonderful opportunity to reflect on the many moments of connection, celebration, and learning that have filled our school community over the past month. It has truly been a vibrant stretch of winter activity, and we are grateful for the enthusiasm and support shown by our students, staff, and families.
Our month began with a fantastic turnout at our first Community Snow Tubing Event. Thank you to all the families who joined together on the hill. A special thank‑you to our Parent Council for organizing this event and helping bring our community together in such an enjoyable way. We also held our first Character Education Assembly, where students were recognized for demonstrating positive character traits in their daily interactions. Celebrating students for who they are, and how they treat others, is an important part of building a caring school culture, and we are proud of each recipient.
Another highlight was our very first Winter Carnaval. Students embraced the outdoors with energy and creativity. Their teamwork was on full display, making the day a memorable one for everyone involved. On Pancake Day, the school was filled with the delicious smell of breakfast and the spirit of community. Thank you to our dedicated parent volunteers who spent the morning flipping pancakes, and to all who generously donated pancake mix and syrup. Your contributions helped make the day special for our students.
We also joined in the excitement of the Olympics, celebrating with a spirited school-wide Team Canada Day. Students proudly wore red and white as we cheered on our athletes and learned about the values of perseverance, sportsmanship, and global community. Adding to the excitement, we had the privilege of welcoming the Orillia Winter Games, where students had the unique opportunity to watch wheelchair basketball and fencing. These experiences offered powerful lessons in athleticism, inclusion, and determination.
Our Pink Shirt Day Assembly was another meaningful moment this month. Together, we reflected on the importance of kindness and the impact of small, everyday actions to “sprinkle kindness” around our school. Students left with a renewed sense of responsibility to uplift one another.
Finally, we were thrilled to reveal our Staff Masked Readers as part of our school-wide read‑a‑thon. The excitement and curiosity leading up to the big reveal added a fun twist to our literacy celebrations and helped spark even more enthusiasm for reading as well as brought out detective skills around the school as students tried to determine who each reader was.
As we move into March, we look forward to building on this momentum and continuing to create opportunities for learning, joy, and connection. Thank you for your ongoing support and for being such an integral part of our school community.
Dianna Wright-Drzazga
Early Pick-Ups:
We’ve seen an increase in early pickups, which can cause disruptions to classroom learning. Whenever possible, we ask families to schedule appointments outside of the school day so students can fully participate in the great learning happening at Horseshoe Heights.
If an early pickup is unavoidable, please send a note ahead of time. This allows us to have your child ready at the office and helps us avoid calling into classrooms during instructional time.
Thank you for helping us keep our learning environment calm and focused.
Family Math & Science Night – Save the Date!
We’re excited to invite all families to our upcoming Math and Science Night on Thursday, March 26th from 5:30–7:00 p.m. This will be a fun, hands‑on evening filled with activities for all ages. Families can take part in:
Our students will also be proudly showcasing their Science Fair projects, and we can’t wait for you to see their creativity and hard work.
Please register through School Cash Online to help us plan for the evening. As a special bonus, the first 100 families to attend will receive a free take‑home math kit! Pizza will also be for sale on School Cash Online for those families that would like to make dinner a part of the evening.
Spring Chocolate Fundraiser:
SPRING INTO ACTION by participating in our chocolate fundraiser!
Products can be purchased through SchoolCashOnline from Monday, March 2nd until Thursday, March 12, 2026. Chocolate will be distributed on Tuesday, March 31 from 3:30pm to 6:00pm at Horseshoe Heights.
If you order a personalized stuffed egg, please send an email to Parent Council with the student name that the order was placed under, and the desired name to personalize the egg with.
All sales include applicable tax. All chocolate is sourced locally from Chelsea Chocolates. Funds generated will benefit yard development at Horseshoe Heights Public School.
Read-a-thon:
Thank you, Horseshoe Heights families, for your generous support of our first Read-a-Thon! If you’re still wanting to donate to this fundraiser, please visit SchoolCash Online. We will happily accept donations/pledges until March 13th!
March Important Dates at Horseshoe Heights P.S.:
March 5 – Grade 7s and 8s to Georgian College Theatre for “Oro’s Promise”
March 6 – Trailblazer Spirit Day – wear your Horseshoe Heights spirit wear/school colours
March 12 - Last day to order Spring Fundraiser Chocolate SchoolCash Online
March 13 – PI Day at Horseshoe Heights P.S. (Actual Pi Day is 3.14)
March 16 – 20 – March Break
March 21 - World Down Syndrome Day
March 23 – Down Syndrome Day at Horseshoe Heights (wear mismatched socks!)
March 26 – Math & Science Family Night 5:30 – 7:00
March 27 – Character Assembly for students
March 31 - Spring Chocolate delivery (3:30-6 p.m.)
Looking for more important dates at Horseshoe Heights P.S.? Visit our school calendar on the Horseshoe Heights website at: Horseshoe Heights Calendar
Information and updates from the SCDSB :
This month, the SCDSB is sharing information related to the below topics. To read this information, visit the SCDSB website.
- March Break
- Collection and use of personal student information (elementary)
- Applications for the SCDSB Umoja Award are open
- Dreams Delayed
- SCDSB offers free Self-Reg Parenting Course – registration now open!
- Managing stress
- Kindergarten registration for September 2026 is open!
- Licensed March Break school age child care programs
- Prom Glitz 2026
- Check out the SCDSB News video series
- Online math resources for families
- Parents/guardians invited to register for By Your Side, a free mental health webinar series
- Registration now open for summer eLearning!
- Summer eLearning opportunities for students entering Grade 9!
- March Break reminder: from the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit