Village News

March Break
Wishing all of our students and families a fantastic March Break from March 14 to March 22. We hope the week brings plenty of rest, fun, and time with loved ones. Enjoy the break and we look forward to welcoming everyone back on Monday, March 23, ready for a great spring ahead.

Student of Excellence 2026
Viraj Singh is an outstanding candidate for the Student Excellence Award. He consistently demonstrates high achievement while also showing strong character and leadership. Academically, Viraj excels in challenging subjects such as Art, Math, Science, and French, and he regularly pushes his learning further by asking thoughtful questions and showing a genuine curiosity about the world around him.

Beyond the classroom, Viraj is a valued leader in our school community. Through his role as a Student Senator, co host of the Manie Musicale assembly, and his involvement in Athletic Council, Student Leadership, and Senior Band, he contributes positively to many areas of school life.

Most importantly, Viraj truly lives our Village Values of Kindness, Respect, Citizenship, and Leadership. He is known for his honesty, empathy, and the care he shows toward others, and he leads by example every day.

Congratulations, Viraj, on being named the 2026 Student of Excellence. This recognition is very well deserved.

Kernels Popcorn Orders
We are continuing with our 4th round of popcorn orders for April. You will get 5 weeks of popcorn for $15. You can order through School Cash Online system starting today, Friday, March 13 until Wednesday, March 25 at midnight! All flavours are Gluten-Free and Nut-Free! There are many flavours to choose from: 

• buttersalt    
• low-fat caramel          
• ketchup               
• white cheddar         
• dill pickle        
• jalapeno jack            
• say cheese cheese

*You also get a 2-for-1 coupon on each bag!

Note that individual weeks are not for sale. This is sold as a bundle for 5 weeks; 1 order will give your student 1 bag of popcorn of the same flavour each week for 5 weeks. If you would like 2 bags each week, you can place two orders with different flavours. 

Popcorn will be delivered to classrooms for Fridays at 2nd break on April 2 (Thurs due to holiday) 10, 17, 24, and May 1. If your child is absent, their popcorn will be held in the classroom until their return. All proceeds of this fundraiser will go to offset the cost of field trips for students. The more you buy, the more they get!

If you have any questions contact Holly Oakes (oakesh@hdsb.ca). 

Upcoming Dates:
Mar 14-22 - March Break Holidays
Mar 31 - Swim to Survive (Grade 3 - Thompson & Touchie)
Apr 2 - Grade 3's to Crawford Lake
Apr 3 - Good Friday (no school)
Apr 6 - Easter Monday (no school)
Apr 7 - Swim to Survive (Grade 3 - Thompson & Touchie)
Apr 13-17 - Spring Concert Week (more info to come)
Apr 13-17 - AVPS Book Fair
Apr 14 - Swim to Survive (Grade 3 - Thompson & Touchie)

Fashion Forward
Our first Fashion Forward event of the season is fast approaching!

• March 25 & 26 3:30pm-8pm @ W.I. Dick - 351 Highside Dr. Milton ON
• April 21 & 23 3:30pm-8pm @ Rolling Meadows -1522 Mountain Grove Ave.

Eco Updates
This spring, the AVPS Fireflys will be hosting a number of great initiative to keep our school clean and green. Please support your student by joining in and working with us to create a culture of sustainability at AVPS!

Friday March 13: The Great Gulp!💧Once again AVPS is participating in The Great Gulp to celebrate World Water Day! We will be taking a school-wide photo of all our students and their reusable water bottles. If your child is fasting for Ramadan, there is no need to drink water to participate! Simply bring an empty reusable water bottle to show your family's commitment to sustainable water consumption.

March 23-27: Anti-Idling Campaign 🚙💨 Did you know that keeping your car engine running while parked creates unnecessary air pollution? When you're waiting in the parking lot, please remember to turn off your car engine to keep the air we breathe clean! Check out the City of Burlington's website for more information.

March 27 & 28: Earth Hour 🌎 On Friday March 27th, staff and students will engage in 1 hour of 'electricity free learning' to celebrate WWF's Earth Hour. We would love to hear about your family's participation on Saturday March 28th as well. Fill in THIS form to share your family's commitment to the Earth, and you'll be entered in a draw to win an awesome family prize!

April - Earth Month: All of April we'll be celebrating Earth Month. Help out by making plans to walk to school as often as you can, pack a litter-free lunch together at home (nothing to recycle or throw away!) and spend time outdoors to nurture your connection to the Earth.

Spring Showcase
Showcase will be April 15 and April 16 and your child's class will perform on one of the 2 days. Grade 4-8 More details to follow!

Police Record Check (PRC) Update for Volunteers – Effective April 1, 2026
In December 2025, the Ontario Ministry of Education introduced amendments to Police Record Check requirements under Ontario Regulation 298/25, effective April 1, 2026. As a result, school boards are now required to obtain a new Police Record Check (PRC) for all school volunteers every five years. A new PRC will also be required if there has been a lapse in submitting the Annual Offence Declaration.

These updated requirements apply to both current and new volunteers and are part of ongoing efforts to ensure a safe and supportive learning environment for all students. We sincerely appreciate the time and care our volunteers bring to our school community. Your involvement makes a meaningful difference, and we look forward to welcoming both returning and new volunteers. Learn more about the updated PRC requirements for volunteers and how to get involved in our school community by visiting the Volunteer in HDSB Schools webpage on the HDSB website (hdsb.ca). 

Upcoming Dates:
Mar 12 - Grade 6-8 Ski/Tubing Trip
Mar 13 - The Great Gulp!
Mar 14-22 - March Break Holidays
Mar 31 - Swim to Survive (Grade 3 - Thompson & Touchie)
Apr 2 - Grade 3's to Crawford Lake
Apr 3 - Good Friday (no school)
Apr 6 - Easter Monday (no school)
Apr 7 - Swim to Survive (Grade 3 - Thompson & Touchie)
Apr 13-17 - Spring Concert Week (more info to come)
Apr 13-17 - AVPS Book Fair
Apr 14 - Swim to Survive (Grade 3 - Thompson & Touchie)