Hello Gibson Families,

It is an exciting time at Gibson as we approach our Winter Concert and the final days before the holiday break. Our students and staff have been working very hard on their performances, classroom activities and festive learning experiences. We are looking forward to celebrating the talents of our students and the joy of this season together as a school community.

Winter Concert Information

We hope you will join us for the Winter Concert on Tuesday, December 9. The students are very excited to share what they have prepared.

Afternoon Performance
• 1:15 pm start
• Doors open at 1:00 pm
• No tickets are required

Evening Performance
• 6:30 pm start
• Doors open at 6:00 pm
• Students should go directly to their classrooms when they arrive at 6:00pm

Thank you to the families who have already reserved their tickets. We also appreciate your understanding regarding the two tickets per family limit. We will reach out to those who have requested extra tickets if any become available.

We kindly ask all families to arrive on time and to remain for the entire performance. Each class has worked hard to prepare their part of the show and every group deserves a full and supportive audience throughout.

A reminder to please avoid early pickup after the afternoon performance. Teachers have planned a regular afternoon of learning and early departures can disrupt the routines in classrooms. Thank you for helping us keep the day smooth and positive for all students.

We are grateful for your cooperation and enthusiasm as we prepare for a wonderful event.

Thank you again for your continued support of our students and staff. The excitement in the building is growing each day and we are proud of the effort and enthusiasm our students bring to all that they do. We wish you joyful days ahead as we head into this festive season and look forward to seeing you next week at the concert.

From Our PAC

Energy Drinks

Recently, we’ve noticed an increase in intermediate students bringing caffeinated energy drinks to school, and we wanted to share some helpful information. Many energy drinks contain high levels of caffeine and sugar, which can pose health risks for children and adolescents. Because children’s bodies are smaller, the side effects of caffeine can be even stronger than in adults. These may include nervousness, irritability, and difficulty sleeping, which can impact a child’s ability to focus and learn effectively. In addition, although sports drinks like Gatorade or Powerade usually do not contain caffeine, they often have a high sugar content, which can also be unhealthy. For these reasons, caffeinated energy drinks and sports drinks are not recommended for children and teens (Source: Canadian Paediatric Society).

To support student health and learning, we kindly ask that students do not bring energy drinks or sports drinks to school. Water remains the best choice for hydration, and we encourage you to discuss healthy drink options with your child. Thank you for your continued support in promoting the health and well-being of students.

TUESDAY, DEC 9

• Winter Concert at 1:15pm
• Stem at Delview AT 3:15
• Evening Winter Concert at 6:30pm (doors open at 6:00pm for parents and students)

WEDNESDAY, DEC 10

• PJ DAY 
• Conifrim TIC for tomorrow
• Grade 7 Treat Sale after school

THURSDAY, DEC 11

• Division 10,11,12 Tree Decorating at 12:00
• Reading Link Challenge Meeting at lunch

MONDAY, DEC 15

• Hanukkah (Evening of Dec 14 – Dec 22)
• Spirit Week – Red, Green, and White Day

TUESDAY, DEC 16,

• Hanukkah (Evening of Dec 14 – Dec 22)
• Cozy Winter Reading (under the lights in the gym)
• Spirit Week – PJ Day
• Div 2 &4 Entrepreneur Fair

WEDNESDAY, DEC 17

• Hanukkah (Evening of Dec 14 – Dec 22)
• Report Cards Published
• Spirit Week – Festive Headwear

THURSDAY, DEC 18

• Hanukkah (Evening of Dec 14 – Dec 22)
• Spirit Week – Flannel Day
• Reading Link meeting at lunch
• STEM at Delview at 3:15

FRIDAY, DEC 19

• • Hanukkah (Evening of Dec 14 – Dec 22)
  • Spirit Week – Christmas/Holiday Sweaters