Interested in an extra curricular after school music program? Let us Know!
Take the survey linked to the button below to have your say regarding the possiblitly of an after school music program. This survey for parents of students from Kindergarten to Grade 12.

We hope you're already signed up for the reading club, but if not, don't worry – it's not too late! Just click the link below to get started and join the Reading Club for a year of literary excitement. Don't forget your first bonus reading day is this Saturday the 16th!

Want to earn school volunteer hours while surrounded by books? Join our library volunteer team for book reshelving and check-in duties!

When: Throughout the School Year Flexible hours
Perks: Dive into books & earn volunteer credit!

Ready to make our library awesome? Get started today! Contact Mrs Piper at library@gaglardiacademy.ca. #LibraryVolunteers #BookLovers

Gaglardi Academy's Terry Fox Run is on Tuesday, Sep. 19. Since the run is at the start of the school day, students may wear their gym strip (Gr 4-12) and then afterwards, change into their regular uniform. Students may also bring a loonie or toonie (or more!) to donate to the Terry Fox Foundation for cancer research. It's going to be a great day!

Do you have gently-used uniforms your child has outgrown? It's super easy to give them a new home!

Where to Drop Off:

1. School Office: During school hours, simply swing by the office and drop off your uniforms with our friendly staff.
2. Blue Drop-off Bin: Look for the bright blue bin located at the front of the school for a quick and easy donation drop-off anytime. If the bin is not out please proceed to the school office! :)

1. Driveways Are a No-No: When you're parking, remember that driveways are for cars, not your minivan. Let's not play driveway hide-and-seek!

2. Clear the Path: Keep pathways open! Don't be the "Blocker-in-Chief" – our neighbors need to get in and out, too!

3. Garbage Can Dance: On trash day, give those garbage cans some room to groove! No one wants a dance partner who's stuck in a tight spot.

4. Slow Down, Speed Racer: While we're all about that school spirit, let's save the speed for the racetrack. Slow and steady wins the safe driving race!

Thanks a million for your understanding and teamwork!

The first hot lunch of the year will be on September 29, and the ordering window starts today, Sep. 15, and ends on Sep. 23. For your child to receive hot lunches every Friday, follow the instructions below:

1. Remember, the entire system is cleared at the end of each year so each family must create a new account for their child or children. Start your registration process here: https://gaglardiacademy.hotlunches.net/. Use PJGA Access Code: NCEHL ...

Hi, families and fellow WAAG fans! As mentioned in an email sent yesterday, today is my final day, and this one section is my final contribution to the WAAG, which I've been writing for seven years. Seven years?! Yikes! That's a long time. No wonder I was feeling like I'd been repeating myself lately. ;)

I feel very privileged to have been part of this school community for 11 years, working and serving alongside some of the most wonderful people. My reason for going is simply that my time at Gaglardi has come to a close, and I'm trying to be faithful to follow where I believe God is leading. And hey, I'm only leaving the school, not moving away, so I might still get to see you from time to time. 

Thanks for reading all my notes, announcements, and pleas for volunteers over the years. I now leave the WAAG in the very capable hands of Mr. Jeff Bobyk, who will continue to keep you "in the loop" on all things school-related. Keep on reading it since, as I've mentioned countless times before, you'll be glad you did! :D

May God bless you richly and in every way.
Mary Johnson

The website calendar is the easiest way to find out about school events and activities (like the Terry Fox Run on Sep. 19 and Sigmund Brower Workshop + Literacy Week from Sep. 25-29). Yikes! So many great events are coming up! Check the calendar often throughout the year but especially these first few weeks in September, since it will be updated on a regular basis. Bookmark the page for even easier access or subscribe!