November 2nd, 2025

Good Morning Coronation Families,

Happy November! This month marks Hindu Heritage Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the many contributions of Hindu Canadians to our communities and to learn more about the rich traditions, values, and history of Hindu culture.

As we settle into November, we’d also like to offer a gentle reminder about Halloween candy at school. While we know many students are still enjoying their treats, please help us by limiting the amount of candy your child brings each day. We want to support healthy eating habits and minimize distractions in the classroom.  Thank you for ensuring that all nut products remain at home.

Last week was filled with creativity and connection across our school community. Mrs. Dalvi, a Coronation parent and author of The Old Lady and the Pumpkin Story, visited Room 15 to share her book, which was inspired by a folktale from her childhood. Students loved hearing her story and learning what it’s like to bring a book to life.

In preparation for Friday’s Spirit Assembly, Mrs. Maan’s music students worked together on a multimedia performance of Try Everything. Their collaboration combined singing, percussion, motivational posters, and a slideshow — a wonderful celebration of teamwork and perseverance.

During the assembly, we also introduced November’s character trait and teaching of Respect. Students watched a video featuring an Indigenous Elder who shared the story of the Buffalo and its important message about respect, courage, and community.

What’s Happening this Week at Coronation

Monday – Fire Drill (AM)

Tuesday – System Navigators visit Coronation, Bus Evacuation Training,  Booster Juice delivery, Basketball Club Grade 4 & 5

Wednesday – Langs Lunch & Games Grade 3 & 4; Pizza delivery, School Council 6 PM

Thursday – Remembrance Day Choir Practice Grades 3 -6, Comic Club Gr 5 & 6

Friday -, PAWS Awards

Messages from the Office

System Navigator Visit

We’re looking forward to welcoming WRDSB System Navigators — Phyllis Peprah, Jess Kumordzie, and Rihanat El-Alawa — to Coronation on Tuesday. The System Navigators support African, Caribbean, Black, and Muslim students and families, working with schools to strengthen connections, build trust, and ensure that all students feel a deep sense of belonging and support at school.

Their visit provides an opportunity for our school staff to learn more about how the System Navigators partner with families and educators to navigate school processes, celebrate identity, and address barriers that may impact student success. We’re excited to connect, collaborate, and continue growing our collective understanding of how to create an inclusive and equitable school environment for everyone.

Community Resources in Cambridge

Neighbourhood Nursing – Contact: phnnt@regionofwaterloo.ca or 519 575 4400 ext 5897

The nurse can help with vaccines, pregnancy, infant feeding, child care and development, connection to dental care, sexual health, harm reduction supplies, connection to other community supports and navigating healthcare.

https://www.regionofwaterloo.ca/en/health-and-wellness/neighbourhood-health-programs.aspx 


Rhythm & Blues Cambridge has a pulse check survey gathering information from black residents in Waterloo Region to improve services, programs and support. There are prizes if you complete the survey. 

https://www.rhythmbluescambridge.com/pulse-check


Christmas Supports if you live in Cambridge – registration is now open

https://christmassupport.ca/community/registration-in-cambridge-and-north-dumfries/

Tutoring and Homework Help (free program) https://www.caminowellbeing.ca/services/waterloo-region-wide-tutoring

Tuesdays 6-8 pm at Greenway-Chaplin CC (116 Rouse Ave) Grade 7-12

Wednesdays 4-6 pm at Kinbridge (200 Christopher Drive) Grade 4-12

Online at the same time Tuesdays 6-8 pm or Wednesdays 4-6 pm via a Google Meet https://meet.google.com/mtz-puuy-ixg 


Child Voice Project (Greenway-Chaplin and Children and Youth Planning Table)

Event: Fri Nov 7 3:30-5:30 pm at Greenway for children age 6 – 8 pm – see attached poster and scan the QR Code to register

Can’t find a community resource? Try calling 211 or https://211.ca/ 

School Council News

We’re so grateful for our Coronation School Council and the incredible work they continue to do to support our students, families, and school community.

Our 2025–2026 School Council members are:
 Co-Chairs: Becky D., Chantelle B., Tyler S., and Jessica B.
 Treasurer: Jessica B.
 Secretary: Revathi P.
 Parent & Family Representatives: Partap K., Ashley N., Inkel K., Yenni C., and Blair G.
 Parent/WRDSB Representatives: Candice A. and Cassandra J.
 WRDSB Staff Representatives: Alaena C., Raegan W., and J-R B.

We extend our sincere thanks to all of our council members for volunteering their time and energy to make a difference at Coronation.

Our next in-person School Council meeting will take place on Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m. in the Coronation Library. Families are warmly invited to attend in person, or join virtually through the livestream link available on the Coronation Calendar on our school website. We welcome your ideas and suggestions as we plan for another great year of events, fundraising, and community building at Coronation.

Our next big School Council event is just around the corner! On Friday, November 21, we’ll host our Family Movie Night Fundraiser, featuring the Lilo & Stitch remake. Tickets are on sale today through School-Day.  Doors open at 5:30, movie begins at 6:00 PM

Ticket Options:

  • $20 Family Pass – includes movie entry, a medium cheese pizza from Domino’s, and a bag of popcorn
  • $10 Family Pass – includes movie entry and popcorn

We hope to see many of our Coronation families there for an evening of fun, food, and community spirit!

Upcoming Dates

Please check the Coronation calendar on our website for more upcoming dates, including due dates for ordering Booster Juice and Pizza.

Booster Juice Delivered on Tuesdays

Pizza Delivered on Wednesdays

NOVEMBER

  • November 1 – All Saints Day (Christianity)
  • November 1–30 – Hindu Heritage Month
  • November 1–30 – Financial Literacy Month
  • November 1 – Bandi Chhor Divas (Sikhism)
  • November 2 – Birth of the Báb (Baháʼí Faith)
  • November 2 – Daylight Saving Time Ends (First Sunday in November)
  • November 3 – Birth of Bahá’u’lláh (Baháʼí Faith)
  • November 3 – Fire Drill
  • November 4 – School Bus Evacuation Training
  • November 2–8 – Treaties Recognition Week (Ontario)
  • November 2–8 – Holocaust Education Week
  • November 5 – Lang’s Lunch & Games (Grades 3–4), continuing bi-weekly on Wednesdays
  • November 5 – School Council Meeting, 6:00 p.m. in the Library
  • November 6 – Take Our Kids to Work Day (Canada)
  • November 6 – Comic Book Club Begins (repeats every Thursday at second nutrition break until end of December)
  • November 7 – Inuit Day (Canada)
  • November 8 – National Indigenous Veterans Day
  • November 11 – Remembrance Day Assembly
  • November 12 – Tim’s Camp (Grades 4/5A & 4/5B), recurring every Wednesday
  • November 12 – Lang’s Lunch & Games (Grades 5–6), alternating bi-weekly with Grades 3–4
  • November 13–19 – Transgender Awareness Week
  • November 14 – World Diabetes Day
  • November 15 – Birthday of Guru Nanak Dev Ji (Sikhism)
  • November 16 – Louis Riel Day (Ontario Recognition)
  • November 16–22 – Bullying Prevention and Awareness Week (Ontario)
  • November 17 – PD Day
  • November 18 – Dental Screening
  • November 19 – Photo Retake Day
  • November 20 – International Transgender Day of Remembrance
  • November 20 – National Child Day / Universal Children’s Day
  • November 21 – Family Movie Night Fundraiser (Lilo & Stitch Remake)
  • November 22 – Holodomor Memorial Day (Fourth Saturday in November)
  • November 24 – Math Jam Assembly (K–3)
  • November 24 – Martyrdom of Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji (Sikhism)
  • November 25 – International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women
  • November 28 – History/ Decades Spirit Day and Assembly

 

If you aren’t already, please follow us on social media @corwrdsb on Instagram. 

And don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or concerns.

 

Principal Jenni-Rebecca Baer 

jenni-rebecca_baer@wrdsb.ca

 

Mrs. Raegan White 

Vice-Principal

raegan_white@wrdsb.ca