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Weekly Update

2025-2026 School Year

March 28

We had another week full of excitement, activities and learning! Recorder Karate has taken off for our older grades and the Ukeleles are being heard around the school. Musical Theatre, Choir, Art Club, Comic Club, Digging/Sandbox Club, are just a few of the weekly activities going on. Several students have signed up for Chess Club which will begin next week. We also took delivery of some new soccer nets with the support of the School Council that give us three full sized soccer pitches as well as a set of nets for our Kindergarten students to use at breaks. Thanks to Aria, Abby, Phoenix and Hudson from Ms. Pryde’s class for assembling the new nets. I appreciate your leadership!

In addition, several students engage in batting practice at breaks using a tball stand, soft bat and tennis balls. Please note that students are only using school supplied balls and bats for nutrition breaks for safety. Students are able to bring in their own baseball gloves (please label the glove with your child’s name). Additionally, we have basketballs, volleyballs and soccer balls going out at recess breaks. Students are allowed to bring their own balls (well labelled) if they wish.

On Thursday, DCB was represented by 2 teams at the Halton Skills Competition. Although we are still awaiting our final score and standing, it was made clear to me by the Officials that our teams both represented themselves, their families and the DCB community to the highest degree. Congratulations! It was a pleasure to clap this team back in yesterday morning to Mr. Roboto!

Yesterday was also a day of support for the Toronto Blue Jays. Our day began with a rousing rendition of “Okay Blue Jays” in the halls. Perhaps you got to hear about it at home as well! Let’s Go Jays!!

School Council Update

The DCB School Council will meet on April 1 at 7:00 in the Art Hall. We are putting final plans together for the Spring Fun Fair. All are welcome to join either in person or virtually through this link.

March 21

I hope you have had a wonderful March Break and had a chance to enjoy time as a family. We look forward to reconnecting with students on Monday as we jump right back into learning, laughing and belonging together.

Our newly updated Website has a new link for the Saturday Synopsis. Please follow this link to access the weekly Synopsis.

On March 26, DCB will be sending 2 teams to the Halton Skills Competition at the New Street Education Centre! Good luck to both of our teams!!

Blue Jays Spirit Day – Friday, March 27

To celebrate the start of a new baseball season and the Toronto Blue Jays Home Opener, our school will be hosting a Blue Jays Spirit Day on Friday, March 27! Students are encouraged to show their team spirit by wearing Blue Jays fan gear, blue clothing, or their own baseball attire. Let’s fill the school with blue and celebrate another exciting season of baseball together!

Go Jays Go!

SK Grad Photos

Adults with students in SK are asked to circle April 1 on your calendar as this is the date for the SK Grad Photos. More details to come.

Term 3 Pizza Days

Deadline to Order - March 23rd, 2026

When: Every Tuesday from April 7st to June 23rd

Each slice will be individually wrapped and provided by Little Caesars, ensuring safety remains our top priority.

Pizza Options:

Cheese Pizza
Gluten-Friendly Crust (please note: gluten-friendly, not gluten-free)
Dairy-Free (No Cheese) Pizza

Ordering Information:

Orders must be placed through School Cash Online no later than March 23rd.

Late orders are unable to be accepted.

If you have more than one student at Dr. Charles Best, please place a separate order for each child to ensure their slice(s) are delivered to the correct classroom.

Refunds will not be provided for absences on pizza days.

Allergen Safety & Dietary Accommodations:

Gluten-friendly crust is available upon request (not certified gluten-free)
Cheese-free pizza is available upon request

Need Help?

If you do not have a School Cash Online account, please contact the school for assistance in setting one up.

March 7

I hope that you have spent a bit of time outside today enjoying some of the sunny breaks between the showers. We expect some more of the same this week at school which will likely have us off the field as it thaws and dries up. When possible, we will continue to go outside at breaks so please ensure students come dressed for the weather.

Last week was our final session of the Crash Rhythm workshops. During the week there was a blend of drumming and recorder practicing going on as well at the Music Battle of the Decades. Don't be surprised if your child requests some additions to the family playlists at home!

Students in Ms. Pryde’s class created an initiative in support of our pursuit of Sustainable Development Goals at DCB. Yesterday and every Friday in March at 2:00, our school goes ‘lights out’ for 20 minutes where it is safe to do so.

A few staff might have needed some Voltaren this morning after answering the challenge to play against the Boys’ Volleyball team. It was a lot of fun for all and a great way to bring us together. The Girls’ team has challenged the Staff this week- time to stretch Teachers. The Girls are definitely going to bring it!!

This week will also provide us with some time to view Canada’s Paralympic teams as they demonstrate the pursuit of excellence in athletes- no matter what. We wish our teams all the best. To recognize their commitments, we will have a Spirit Day on Friday. Students might want to wear Canada gear or colours, their own team jerseys, DCB wear or come dressed in their favourite colours. Go Canada!!