Tuesday, December 6, 2011

Lunch Time Sports could disappear next year

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The Problem

At the last Parent Council meeting, Ian mentioned that the new full day Kindergarten program will force us to relocate the lunch room to the gymnasium.

Lunch Time Sports Could Disappear

Several parents have expressed concern about what will happen to our lunch-time sports programs next year when the gym is used as our new lunch room. These programs form an important part of our school and they are essential to a "balanced" and healthy oriented culture.

Ian and our faculty have done a terrific job building & managing these activities over the past few years and their efforts are appreciated and valued by everyone. Every year brings new challenges and we know many of parents would like to work collaboratively to brainstorm ideas, lobby and do whatever is necessary to preserve what we have.

Proposed Solutions Are Not Realistic

Using the gymnasium as a lunch room and relying solely on the outdoors is not a sustainable solution. The obvious options will undoubtedly face obstacles and controversy. At the very least, a strong united group can help apply pressure and ensure that every possible option is thoroughly explored.

We Need Your Help

If you are interested in participating in a committee that will address this one issue, please reply to this email (sps.vicechair@parentcouncil.info ) before December 15th.

Thank you.

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Eric Young

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