Dear DGS families 

As we move into the final stretch of the school year, it’s hard to believe we’re already approaching the last two months! This is an important time for students to stay focused and finish strong. 

We encourage all families to review assignment completion, grades, and teacher comments in PowerSchool with their child. It’s a great opportunity to have conversations about progress, set goals, and make a plan for success. With final exams, Provincial Achievement Tests, and other end-of-year assessments on the horizon, developing a review plan that breaks studying into manageable chunks can make a big difference — both academically and emotionally. 

We’re also excited to share that our leadership students are hard at work planning a Wellness Day coming up next month. This student-led initiative will be focused on helping their peers explore strategies to manage stress and anxiety, build social connections, and enhance important social skills. We’re proud of the care and thought they’re putting into this event and look forward to seeing the impact of their efforts across our school community. We will share details once plans have been finalized. 

Finally, I’m looking forward to connecting with many of you at our School Council and Parent Society meetings next Tuesday. Your continued partnership and involvement make a real difference in our school.   

Wishing you all a great week ahead! 

Save the Date – UPDATED: DATE CHANGE (effective April 16)

We are writing to inform you of a change to the date of our Grade 9 Farewell celebration. Originally scheduled for Friday, June 6, 2025, the event will now take place on Friday, June 20, 2025.  

This change has been made as a result of a recently scheduled citywide flag football tournament on June 6. Due to the complexities of scheduling a date that aligns with the calendars for all schools involved, the date cannot be changed. Several of our Grade 9 students will be participating in this event, and we do not want any student to have to choose between taking part in the tournament and attending their farewell celebration. It’s important to us that all students have the opportunity to fully enjoy this special milestone with their classmates. 

We sincerely appreciate your understanding and flexibility as we make this adjustment. Further details about the farewell event will be shared with families as we get closer to the date. 

Next Year Requests and Notifications 

Planning for next year is well underway.  If your child is designated for Dr. George Stanley School for next year, we kindly ask that you complete the following short survey if one of the following applies: 

   a. you have a specific request for your child's next year classes 

   b. you know your child(ren) will not (or likely not) be attending our school next year 

The survey can be completed by clicking HERE.

The survey will close on Friday, May 2, 2025. 

Provincial Achievement Test Volunteers  

We will be looking for volunteers to help with the upcoming P.A.T.’s in May and June. If you think that you might be interested in helping, please ensure that you have completed the Annual Volunteer Registration and have a current Police Clearance. 

Possible supports that we might need you for during the exam will be the following:  

  • Scribes 
  • Readers   
  • Hallway Monitors 

Language Club 

Language Club is for Grade 5 and 6 students and will be every Wednesday at lunch. It is in Mrs. Hama’s classroom (1107). 

Homework Club 

Homework club is every Thursday, from 3:00pm to 4:00pm, open to ALL grades. It is in Mrs. McArthur’s classroom (1113). 

Upcoming Events 

April 28 - Dr. George Stanley School being used a Polling Station for the Federal Election 

April 29 - School Council and Parent Society meetings (7-8:30PM) 


Respectfully,     

Chris Keuben 

Principal, Dr. George Stanley School 

Growing Smiles Spring Fundraiser

Parent Society is excited to run a Growing Smiles spring fundraiser campaign, from April 1-29 closing on April 30 at 9PM. View our flyer by clicking this link!

Join Our Plant Fundraiser and Make an Impact for DGS! When you purchase spring flowers the proceeds go towards: 

  • Grade 9 Graduation 
  • ChromeBooks and Storage Carts 
  • Movie Licenses 
  • Valentines Hot Chocolate

To place your order, click this link.

The Delivery date for all plants will be scheduled for Thursday May 14.

Healthy Hunger

Click HERE to place your orders!