April 12th, 2026
Hello Coronation families,
It has been another wonderful week of learning and connection here at Coronation!
First, I want to highlight some of the incredible work happening in our classrooms. The students in Room 9 have been working so hard on creative “pizza box projects” to showcase everything they have learned about Canada. It was wonderful to have so many other classes walk through their room to view the projects, ask questions, and celebrate their learning. If you would like to see some pictures of their great work, please check out our Instagram page at @corwrdsb.
We are also thrilled to share that our School Council has officially launched a new Craft Club! The club meets on Thursdays during the first nutrition break and will alternate each week between our Grade 1 and Grade 2 students. We had our very first session last week, and it was a huge success. This coming Thursday will be our Grade 2 students’ opportunity to join in the fun and get creative.
We are so excited to share that Ms. Taylor and Mrs. Tabby are hosting a Spring Book Battle for our students. Together, they have carefully selected eight wonderful picture books for our classes to read and enjoy. Throughout the battle, students have the opportunity to read the books and vote for their favourites, deciding which stories advance to the next bracket. To make the books more accessible each title can be found on YouTube as a read-aloud. Please check out our Instagram page at @corwrdsb to see which books have officially advanced to the second round. You can also find the titles there if you would like to look them up and watch the read-alouds together at home on YouTube. This is such a fun and engaging way to encourage a love of reading in our classrooms. We cannot wait to see which book our students choose as the ultimate winner of the Spring Book Battle.
What’s Happening this Week at Coronation
Monday, April 13 – (Day 2) Arts & Crafts Club Grades 3-6, Glee Club Grades 3-6; Fire Drill (PM)
Tuesday, April 14 – (Day 3), Booster Juice Delivery at 2nd Break
Wednesday, April 15 – (Day 4), Langs Games Club Gr 5/6 at 2nd break; & Pizza Delivery at 2nd Break
Thursday, April 16 – (Day 5) School Council’s Craft Club for Grade 2 at 1st Break; Girls at Bat 2nd Break, Dominos Hot Lunches for April Delivery at 2nd Break,
Friday, April 17 – (Day 1) Dance Club Primary at 1st break, Dodgeball Club (Grade 1 & 2) at 2nd break, PAWS Awards
Messages from the Office
Early Pick UpsEarly Pick-Up Reminders
As we work to ensure smooth transitions for our students, we have a quick reminder regarding early pick-ups.
If you know in advance that you will be picking up your child before the end of the school day, we kindly request that you send a message to their classroom teacher. This advance notice is incredibly helpful, as it allows the teacher to make sure your child is packed up and ready to go for your arrival time.
We completely understand that plans can sometimes change unexpectedly. If you need to call or drop by the office for a last minute early pick-up, please anticipate a short wait. It takes a few moments for us to communicate with the classroom and give your child the time they need to wrap up their learning task, gather their belongings, and safely make their way down to the office.
Thank you so much for your continued support and understanding as we work together to keep our school days running smoothly.
Step Afrika! At the Centre in the Square
On April 30 in the afternoon, students in Grades 3–6 will be attending a performance by Step Afrika! This is a high-energy performance group that uses stepping, dance, music, and storytelling to create an interactive experience. Stepping is a style of dance where performers use their hands and feet to make rhythms and sounds while moving together in very precise and athletic ways.
Step Afrika! combines traditional African dance with modern movement, music, and humour. Students will have the opportunity to experience this exciting performance as part of our arts and culture programming. We are thrilled to share that thanks to Coronation’s recent fundraising efforts, the cost of both the event and transportation is completely covered.
Permission forms were sent out last week and are now posted on School Day for you to complete.
We have limited space for family volunteers to join us for this trip, and spots will be selected on a first-come, first-served basis. If you are interested in volunteering, please ensure you have an up to date Vulnerable Sector Check on file with the school and reach out directly to Principal Baer jenni-rebecca_baer@wrdsb.ca or Office Manager Cabral alaena_cabral@wrdsb.ca. Principal Baer will connect with all volunteers directly to confirm.
New Community Sports Partnerships
We are thrilled to share that Coronation is partnering with Revive Basketball to offer students in Grades 5 and 6 an opportunity to develop their basketball skills during nutrition breaks and after school.
In addition to this partnership, we are also collaborating with the Cambridge Cricket Club and Galt Collegiate Institute to launch a new Cricket Club for our students!
We are currently finalizing the schedules and details for both of these fantastic programs. Please stay tuned—more information on how to get involved will be shared with families in the coming weeks.
2026–2027 Enrollment and Class Placements
Thank you to the families who have already submitted class placement requests! Principal Baer continues to go through these requests and will connect with families directly by email to confirm receipt.
As we plan for next year, please let the office know as soon as possible if your family is moving in or out of the Coronation area, as this helps us accurately plan our classes and staffing.
We will continue accepting class placement requests until the end of April. If you would like to share information to help us support your child’s placement, please submit it ONLY via this Google Form: https://forms.gle/RoegQSi7L5gM1nBA8 or by emailing Principal Baer directly at jenni-rebecca_baer@wrdsb.ca. (Please note: requests sent directly to classroom teachers may not be considered).
A quick reminder: While we carefully consider all family input, specific placements are not guaranteed. Staff assignments and class structures (including split grades) are ultimately determined by enrollment numbers. Thank you for your understanding!
School Council Update
Cool Cat Croc Charms
School Council is excited to announce that our new Cool Cat Croc Charms will soon be available for purchase on School Day. Charms are priced at $2 each, or three for $5. Please note that we are currently unable to accept cash sales for this fundraiser, so all orders must be placed directly through your School Day account.
If you would like to see a picture of the designs before ordering, please check out our Instagram page at @corwrdsb. Thank you for continuing to support our School Council initiatives.
School Council Meeting Minutes
If you are looking to stay up to date with what our School Council is working on, you can find the minutes from our recent meetings posted directly to Coronation’s website. We are so grateful for the hard work of our Council and encourage all families to read through to stay connected with our school community.
Upcoming Dates
Happy Vaisakhi
April 14, marks Vaisakhi, a Day of Significance for both Sikhism and Hinduism. We would like to send our warmest wishes to all our Coronation students, staff, and families who are celebrating. We hope this festival brings you and your loved ones abundant joy, peace, and prosperity. Happy Vaisakhi!
Booster Juice Delivered on Tuesdays at 2nd Break
Pizza Delivered on Wednesdays at 2nd Break
Dominos Hot Lunches for April will be delivered at 2nd break on April 16th, April 23 and April 30th.
April 13
– Orthodox Easter Monday – Christianity Day of Significance
– Fire Drill (PM)
April 14
– Yom HaShoah – Judaism Day of Significance
– Vaisakhi – Sikhism and Hinduism Day of Significance
April 17
April 22
-Juggling Show Presentation https://www.simonsaysshow.ca/
– Earth Day (UN)
– April 23
– World Book Day (UNESCO)
April 24
– PD Day
April 29
– Comic Workshop
April 30
– Step Afrika Trip
Please don’t hesitate to reach out to the Office or Principal Baer with any questions.
Principal Jenni-Rebecca Baer
jenni-rebecca_baer@wrdsb.ca
