And we're off...

       It's been a long time since my last post. That's the reality of moving 500 students and all of their educational materials across a township and into a new facility - your writing time goes out the window.

       What an amazing week we've had. Every year, the first few days of school are always the best. It's always wonderful to see the students in their new clothes and backpacks and hear their excited voices as they reconnect with friends and meet their new teachers. This week has been better than any other year. The students, teachers and parents have come into our new building with eyes wide open, filled with awe and excitement, as they see and explore the new rooms and materials.

         We know that this process has been quite long. Students have had to move multiple times, meet new friends, close familiar buildings and go to school in really cramped quarters. I think our students are realizing that it was all worth it. Our new facility is state of the art. It's beautiful. It's large. And...it will be the envy of all of the schools in North Simcoe. The students and families of Tay Township deserve this amazing facility. If you haven't had the chance to come and see the building, please join us soon. You won't be disappointed.

        Speaking of visiting our school. Our official Grand Opening will take place on September 29th. It will take place alongside our "Meet the Teacher" event. Parents and students will have from 4:00pm to 7:00pm to tour the building and meet with our educational staff. At 7:00pm we will gather in the gymnasium for a more formal presentation. The Director of Education, along with Superintendents, and representatives from the Ministry of Education will be on hand to deliver greetings and our own Tay Shores Choir will entertain the attendees. We will also be officially naming our new meeting room, "The Paul Delaney Room". This new room will be used for student leadership meetings, school council meetings and other medium sized groups. We hope that all of our families and community members will choose to attend this celebration.

          In tomorrow's blog, I will proudly talk about our Shore Squad Leadership Team. They are getting themselves organized and ready for another busy year.

          Thanks, everyone, for the great start to our school year. I'm so glad to be working with all of you!!