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November 02, 2016 at 8:00 AM

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Gastrointestinal Illness
September 23

September 23, 2016

RE: Diarrhea and Vomiting, When should I keep my child home from school?

Dear Parent:

Your child’s school has reported some gastrointestinal illness, which can include vomiting and diarrhea. At this time of year, Norovirus and Rotavirus most commonly cause this type of illness known as the “stomach flu. The “stomach flu” is not caused by the influenza virus. Influenza causes an infection of the respiratory system.

People sick from Norovirus infection experience sudden nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and stomach cramps about 24 to 48 hours after they become infected. They may also have a low-grade fever, chills, headache, muscle aches and tiredness.

Viruses that cause stomach illness are spread between people from stool or vomit. Noroviruses and similar viruses spread very easily in an environment like a school, where children are close together in classrooms and share washrooms. People infected with norovirus can continue to pass on the virus to other people for up to 48 hours after they begin to feel better.

If your child is experiencing vomiting and/or diarrhea it is important that they do not come to school and spread their illness to others. Children with vomiting and diarrhea should stay at home until at least 48 hours have passed since their last symptom. Keeping your child home gives your child a chance to rest and recuperate. While caring for your child, wash their hands and your hands often. This will help prevent other family members from becoming sick.

If your child has bloody diarrhea, develops a high fever for longer than 3 days, or becomes weak from loss of fluids, you should consult a health care provider or call Telecare at 811. Laboratory tests can be done to look for the cause of your child’s illness.

For your information you can find a Fact Sheet on hand washing at this Government of New Brunswick link:

http://www2.gnb.ca/content/dam/gnb/Corporate/pdf/Handwashing-Selaverlesmains.pdf

A Government of New Brunswick Fact sheet on Norovirus is found at this link:
http://www2.gnb.ca/content/dam/gnb/Departments/h-s/pdf/en/CDC/FactSheets/Norovirus.pdf
Take Our Kids to Work (Wednesday, November 2, 2016)
September 12

What is the Take Our Kids to Work^TM program?
Take Our Kids to Work^TM is an annualprogram in which Grade 9 students are hosted by parents, friends, relatives and volunteers at workplaces across the country every November. The program supports career development by helping students connect school, the world of work, and their own futures. Employers who register for this program are eligible to apply for the Canada's Outstanding Employers Award. Take Our Kids to Work™ is our signature program which began in 1994 in the Greater Toronto area. Today, students across Canada, from Nunavut to Newfoundland participate in the program.

Who Benefits From the Take Our Kids to Work Program?

Students benefit because - it’s an opportunity for them to explore career options, through: •Understanding the importance of staying in school by learning first-hand what skills are required in today’s workplace

•Thinking about what aspects of their “work day” they liked and what they didn’t

•Exploring career options in a practical way and gain a better understanding of just how many career choices are open to them

•By spending a day in the life of a working adult, they develop an appreciation of their parents’ work and motivations

Parents benefit because - it helps them prepare their children for the future by:

•Discussing work experiences with their child

•Beginning a career discussion based on actual experiences

•Enriching their child’s experience with discussions before, during and after the workplace visit

Teachers benefit because - the Take Our Kids to Work™ program allows real life experiences to bridge with learning in the classroom.

•Helps make the connection between education and future career paths

•Demonstrates the complexity of career choices and the benefits of early exploration

•Allows teachers and students to explore career options in practical ways

Employers benefit because - the program is an ideal way to enhance corporate social responsibility initiatives.

•Enhances employee engagement, morale and loyalty

•Showcases your workplace as progressive and committed to education

•Publicizes the range of career opportunities in your organization and sector

•Garners positive brand and corporate recognition

More information will be communicated home soon. Take Our Kids to Work will take place on Wednesday, November 2, 2016
Principal Welcome Letter 2016-2017
September 08

September 2016

Dear Parents and Guardians,

I wanted to take this opportunity to welcome you and your son or daughter to Oromocto High School (OHS) for the 2016-2017 school year. It is my hope that you and your entire family will have a positive and productive year here at OHS. During the school year important information will be communicated to home via letters, voicemail, email and we will post items of interest to the Oromocto High School website. This week information sheets will be sent home with students for your review and return to the school. Please take a moment and review them with your child, sign and return to school. The student Data Collection form is very important as it allows us to have the most up-to-date information to contact you in case of emergency.

Communication with the school is encouraged and I would ask that when contacting the school regarding your child that you first contact the teacher and then, if required, the appropriate Vice Principal. You can contact the school at 357-4015(you can also leave a voicemail). By keeping the lines of communication open we can all work together to support your child’s success.

Our annual Parent Open House will occur on Wednesday, September 21, 2016 from 6PM to 8PM. I encourage all parents and guardians to attend this open house to meet your child’s teachers for this year. After the open house we will have PSSC elections in the OHS Theatre. If you are interested in more information on the OHS PSSC please contact the school at any time.

I encourage all parents/guardians to sign up for our PowerSchool Parent Portal. With your account you can see your child’s up-to-date attendance, their historical grades, and current class grades and even see assignments and grades from teachers. This invaluable resource will enable you to have instant access to your child’s progress at school from the convenience of your home computer or web enabled smart phone. For more information please view the Parent Portal information on the OHS website.

We are fortunate at OHS to have an excellent and experienced staff that work very hard each day to deliver a quality education to all of our students. As a staff we continue to grow professionally and our school vision is to make OHS a Centre of Excellence in Teaching and Learning. I am very excited to have been appointed Principal of Oromocto High School this year and I look forward to working with you and your child over the year ahead.

Sincerely,

Jeff Holder

Principal

Oromocto High School
Oromocto High Bus Schedule
September 06
Parents and Guardians: Please see important information regarding bussing to and from Oromocto High School.

OHS Bussing Schedule.pdf
2016-2017 Student Handbook
September 05
Parents, Guardians and Students: Please note important information regarding Oromocto High School Policies and Procedures in the Student Handbook.

OHS Student Handbook 2016-2017.pdf