Our focus attribute for September – HOPE

Posted September 20, 2016

This month we are kicking off our HERO / GEM character development plans with a focus on the attribute of HOPE.  There were some positive messages placed on the tarmac of the school that captures what we have been speaking about in class meetings, class discussions, and through our daily affirmation “Vista Hills Hawks are HEROs. […]

TERRY FOX RUN – Thursday September 29

Posted September 20, 2016

Vista Hills is very pleased to be hosting our first ever, and hopefully annual, Terry Fox Run on Thursday September 29th.  Students are encouraged to bring in loonies and twonies to raise funds for this excellent cause.  See photo below, for our school goal of $1000 . . . Lets show that WE ARE VH […]

SAY HI Day 2016 at Vista Hills – Thursday September 22

Posted September 20, 2016

In support of our daily affirmation for September, “Vista Hills Hawks are HEROs.  We Give Other GEMs everyday,” the Vista Hills community will celebrate SAY HI Day as part of our first HERO/GEM assembly.  Members of the SAY HI Day regional committee and members of the Waterloo Region Crime Prevention Council, will be present on […]

Come Join Us! Vista Hills School Council Meeting – Thursday September 29th

Posted September 16, 2016

The first School Council Meeting for Vista Hills will be held on Thursday September 29 from 6:30 – 8:00 in the School Library and Learning Commons.  All interested parents are welcome to attend!    

Meet the Community / Vista Hills Open House – DATE CHANGED to OCTOBER 5th

Posted September 16, 2016

Due to our increased enrolment over the summer, we are very pleased to announce that we have been granted two additional classes at Vista Hills P.S. This will allow us to adjust the organization of the school and allow us to make class sizes that will enhance the educational experiences for your children. As a result of this […]

Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) is looking for new members!

Posted September 15, 2016

The Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) invites parents/guardians of students currently enrolled in a Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) school and community members to apply for positions on the WRDSB Parent Involvement Committee. The mandate for the WRDSB Parent Involvement Committee is to: Provide information and advice on parent engagement to the WRDSB; Communicate with and […]

Vista Hills Phys Ed Uniforms available

Posted September 11, 2016

Thanks to Mr. Hoare and Mrs. Bumstead, VH students have an opportunity to enjoy some sharp looking phys ed clothes.  These red t-shirts and grey shorts, complete with the Vista Hills logo on them, are OPTIONAL.   See the photos below, and if you are interested complete the uniform order form and send it in with […]

HERO the HAWK visits Vista Hills!

Posted September 11, 2016

On Friday, all the students of Vista Hills were treated to a visit by HERO the HAWK (aka Bravo) from Hawkeye Birds.   Dan, his handler, shared many of the special traits of the Red-tailed hawk and the Harris hawk. Connections were also made to the HERO and GEM attributes that will serve as the […]

Welcome to the 2016-17 School Year

Posted September 6, 2016

Dear Parents, Guardians, and WRDSB Community Members, It is with great pleasure that we welcome you to the 2016-17 school year. Successful learning relies on strong partnerships between school, home and community. Our staff work hard to ensure students achieve success through a variety of programs and resources that meet the needs of each student. […]

First-Ever Day at VH – VERY Special Guests Visiting!

Posted September 5, 2016

Our first-ever day will be made even more memorable by a special visit from Minister of Education Mitzie Hunter and MPP Daiene Vernile. We are also honored to have Director John Bryant and Kathleen Woodcock, Chair of the Board visiting.  They will be joined by many of our Senior Administration Team members, including Senior Superintendents […]

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