News Releases
Memorial for Tiffany Gayle
Memorial - Sunday, June 27th, 2-4 p.m.
Seventh Day Adventist Church
1621 Albion Road (near Albion and Martin Grove)
Toronto West.
416-679-0897
Visitation - Saturday, June 26th, 5-9 p.m.
Brampton Visitation Center
Bovaird and Chinguacousy (NE Side)
STUDENT TRANSPORTATION OF PEEL REGION
What you need to know about student transportation
Important information about your child’s busing
During the 2009-10 school year, Student Transportation of Peel Region (STOPR) launched its new GeoQuery website at http://businfo.stopr.ca. Parents can access important information about their child’s transportation for the 2010-11 school year on the website as of Aug. 16. To access this information at that time:
type in the website address—http://businfo.stopr.ca
click “STUDENT LOGIN”
enter your child’s OEN number, which can be found on the front of your child’s report card
enter your street and house number, school and grade
click “LOGIN”
Once you’re logged in, you will see your child’s transportation information, if he or she is eligible. You will not be able to access this feature between the end of June and Aug. 16. The feature will remain disabled throughout this time for route planning purposes.
On the website, you can also find:
school details
which school your child will attend
transportation eligibility
As of Sept. 2010, information about bus delays and cancellations in Peel Region will also be posted on the site.
STOPR website—www.stopr.ca
On June 21, 2010, STOPR will launch www.stopr.ca. There you will find:
updates on a daily basis for inclement weather cancellations
which school a child will attend, his or her transportation eligibility and busing information for your child if eligible—through the GeoQuery site
answers to frequently asked questions about student transportation
STOPR procedures and transportation policies for both the Peel District School Board and the Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board
background and contact information for STOPR
contact information for all school bus operators in Peel Region
links to the Ministry of Transportation website
Forms for schools to fill out related to STOPR procedures will also be posted on www.stopr.ca.
Courtesy transportation
Schools will not be able to assign or enter students who have been provided courtesy transportation into the student database during the first four weeks of school. STOPR will begin assigning courtesy transportation to students, including identifying their bus stops, during the fifth week of school. All students provided with courtesy transportation will be assigned by the end of October.
FMSS Students Win in 3D Character Animation
May 25th, 2010
Our students were given the privilege to proceed to the next level and compete on behalf of Team Ontario at the Nationals which this year took place in Waterloo. They competed over two days completing their work within the 13 hours allocated time. They used industry standard animation software, created storyboards, character model sheets and applied composition and story telling skills, finishing with a short animation around the theme; “Are we there yet?”.
It is my distinct honour and pleasure to inform our community that our students placed third bringing home the Bronze medal. Congratulations to Kim and John on their outstanding achievement! They were away from home for over a week, competed at two competitions, represented Peel, Fletcher’s and the Province with such great distinction. We wish you all the best in your future endeavours and pursuit of becoming character animators; Disney look-out we have two young aspiring artists coming your way.
Mr. A. Balian
Fletcher’s Meadow Unity Benefit.
March 25th, 2010, 7pm. Parents can purchase tickets at the school via their children - or - at Parents’ Night (March 11th) as tickets will be on sale in the foyer that evening. All proceeds from this event are going towards a scholarship for a graduating Fletcher’s student to be presented at Commencement.Two Fletcher's Meadow students nominated for Ontario Junior Citizen of the Year Award
Wed, 17 Feb 2010 Fletcher’s Meadow students Amanda Rampersand and Shamaia Veira are among 130 youth, and two out of five Brampton students nominated for the Ontario Junior Citizen of the Year Award which highlights a handful of young leaders that have made an impact locally and/or globally. Amanda Rampersaud has immersed herself into the community to get other youth engaged in the city. She has been involved in the City of Brampton’s Mayor’s Youth Team for the past two years, and is involved in many after-school activities including student council and math tutoring. Shamaia Veira is involved in varied children’s ministries, and has served as a role model for children by assisting and coordinating programs for kids at Rhema Christian Ministries, at Harvest Worship Centre Youth Ministry and by volunteering for Kids Help Phone. In school, Veira has involved herself in performing arts, in the library, and is a member of Fletcher’s Inspirational Young Achievers club. Both students have inspired others to follow their lead and have demonstrated strong leadership skills and are committed to their community.Fletcher's Meadow showcases its green thumb, hosts EcoBuzz Conference and provincial symposium
Wed, 17 Feb 2010 On Feb. 19 and 20, Peel District School Board students and teachers will gather at Fletcher’s Meadow Secondary School along with representatives from environmental organizations across Ontario to participate in the EcoBuzz Conference and Environmental Youth-Adult Partnerships (EYAP) Provincial Symposium organized by EcoSource and the Peel Environment Youth Alliance (PEYA).“Fletcher’s Meadow is committed to protecting the environment,” says Mary Nanavati, principal at Fletcher’s Meadow. “Opportunities like EcoBuzz and the symposium empower students and encourage them to take action for global change. We’re proud to host this event for our community.” The seventh annual EcoBuzz Conference offers over 350 young participants an opportunity to explore environmental issues using various media. It also inspires students to lead environmental action projects in their schools and communities.
The conference will begin with a keynote address by Matt Tod, a youth leadership expert from the Institute for Health and Human Potential. Students and teachers will then attend a variety of interactive workshops on topics like student leadership, local food, drumming, nature appreciation through art, environmental justice, outdoor survival, environmental education policy, waste reduction and urban agriculture.
“The EcoBuzz Conference is an opportunity to inspire meaningful participation in environmental action projects,” says Stephanie Crocker, Youth-Adult Partnerships Program Manager, EcoSource. “With the addition of the inaugural EYAP Provincial Symposium this year, we can explore how adults and youth best work together to make sure these actions create sustained change for the health of our communities.”
The EYAP Provincial Symposium will provide an opportunity for organizations and individuals involved in youth-adult partnerships (YAPs) for environmental action to network, learn from others, improve skills and strategize ways to enhance YAPs across Ontario.
PEYA is a network of action-oriented students in the Peel Region concerned about environmental issues and determined to make positive change. PEYA provides a forum to share student ideas, support to other students and teachers looking to create environmental projects, and fun and effective educational events. PEYA is a project of environmental education organization, EcoSource. The EcoBuzz Conference and EYAP Project are generously funded by the Ontario Trillium Foundation.
Fletcher’s Meadow Secondary School receives $5,000 for environmental projects
Fletcher’s Meadow Secondary School will receive $5,000 during the grand opening ceremony of the new TD Canada Trust location in Brampton on Monday, Oct. 19, 2009. The TD Friends of the Environment Foundation is donating the funds to assist environmental projects within the community. “Giving our students an opportunity to learn about the environment and to promote environmental stewardship is important,” says Mary Nanavati, principal, Fletcher’s Meadow. “This donation benefits our school and the community.”The funds will be used to develop three new projects for the school. First, the school will create an outdoor classroom and learning garden. They will also plant a school/community vegetable garden and naturalize the school’s existing flower beds. The donation will allow students to be involved in the planning and development processes of the projects.
Diversity Cup The Peel Regional Police Diversity Relations Unit
Mon, 19 Oct 2009
Diversity Cup
The Peel Regional Police Diversity Relations Unit, the Region of Peel and Citizenship and Immigration Canada are proud to be hosting our third annual “Diversity Cup”, on Saturday November 7th and Sunday November 8th 2009. This event is a basketball tournament which will take place at the beautiful University of Toronto Mississauga Campus, located at 3359 Mississauga Road North in the core of Mississauga. The tournament will start at 9:00 a.m. (registration begins at 8:00 a.m.) There will be FREE diverse ethnic food, multi-cultural entertainment, door prizes and an awards presentation at the end of the tournament.
The Diversity Cup was created to provide a positive environment for members of diverse cultures, religions, and ethnic backgrounds to gather for two days to promote a climate that strongly encourages the positive values of inclusiveness. This event provides an opportunity for competitive basketball players to strengthen their skills, as well as providing entertainment for all ages in a family oriented setting.
We invite you to gather your friends, family, colleagues and community members, to join us in celebrating this worthy event. Special draw prizes will also be available for spectators and participants.
In order to make this event a success, we are in need of sponsorship and donations. For any donation of $500 or more, the sponsor’s company logo/name will be printed on the Diversity Cup booklet and our appreciation board. In addition to a financial donation, we are seeking donated items for door prizes.
We would like to extend our sincere appreciation for your assistance in this unique event. We look forward to hosting this event to showcase Peel’s wonderful diversity and to encourage more positive relations amongst our diverse citizens and with Peel Regional Police. We would be honoured to have the opportunity to collaborate with you for this event.
Please feel free to contact us at 905-453-2121, extension 3639 for further details or to make arrangements for your involvement. We look forward to seeing you!
Detective Adrian Adore
Peel Regional Police
Diversity Relations Unit