| Student Medical Forms | http://ban.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/school-news/310 | Student Medical Forms | <p>A completed Student Medical Form (FORM A1420-1 attached) is required each school year, or when a medical need is identified, or when the student transfers to another school, in order to authorize the administration of prescribed medication to students who require it during school hours, or when the medication and/or dosage requirements change.<br>Specific to asthma, every student is now permitted to carry his or her asthma medication if the student has his or her parent’s or guardian’s permission.<br>Parents/guardians and adult students are responsible for ensuring that a current, completed Student Medical Form is signed by a physician and on file at the school.<br>Some students may experience severe life-threatening allergic reactions to bee, hornet, wasp or other flying insect stings or to certain foods or food ingredients such as peanuts. For students with life-threatening allergies, it is recommended that two doses of an epinephrine auto-injector are available on site at school.<br>Please do not hesitate to contact the school with any questions you may have.</p><p><a href="/PublishingImages/Lists/LocalNews/AllItems/FORM%20A1420-1%20Student%20Medical%20Plans.pdf"><img class="ms-asset-icon ms-rtePosition-4" src="/_layouts/15/images/icpdf.png" alt="" />FORM A1420-1 Student Medical Plans.pdf</a><br></p> | | | |
| SCHOOL YEAR CALENDAR 2017 2018 | http://ban.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/school-news/458 | SCHOOL YEAR CALENDAR 2017 2018 | <p><a href="/PublishingImages/Lists/LocalNews/AllItems/SCHOOL%20YEAR%20CALENDAR%202017%202018.pdf"><img class="ms-asset-icon ms-rtePosition-4" src="/_layouts/15/images/icpdf.png" alt="" />SCHOOL YEAR CALENDAR 2017 2018.pdf</a></p> | | | |
| Announcements for Thursday October 19, 2017 | http://ban.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/school-news/484 | Announcements for Thursday October 19, 2017 | <p style="text-align:center;"></p><p style="text-align:center;"><span lang="EN-CA" style="text-decoration:underline;"><strong>THURSDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2017</strong></span></p><p style="text-align:center;"><strong>●</strong></p><p style="text-align:center;">Improv club meets today at lunch in Rm 207. All new members are welcome</p><p style="text-align:center;"><strong>●</strong></p><p style="text-align:center;">Your Jr girls' flag football team traveled to Barrie to compete in the Georgian Bay finals. The girls played well but Bear Creek's defense was near perfect and limited Banting to 1 touchdown to Bear Creek's 3. Congratulations on a great season ladies, your coaches are proud of you.</p><p style="text-align:center;"><strong>●</strong></p><p style="text-align:center;">Yesterday the junior boys soccer team hosted Orillia in the SCAA semi finals. The boys dominated the game and then they didn't. They jumped out to a 3-1 lead but let Orillia back into the game and the lead 4-3. This woke them up and they never looked back coming away with a 8-4 victory. Congratulations and good look in the SCAA finals against Collingwood.</p><p style="text-align:center;"><strong>●</strong></p><p style="text-align:center;">Hey Banting! <br> Student council will have a table at the front of the building tonight selling school merchandise from the Pirate Pit. Stop by to get yourself some Banting spirit wear!<br> See you there!</p><p style="text-align:center;"><strong>●</strong></p><p style="text-align:center;">Have you ever wanted to be someone else?<br> Do you do cosplays or have a cool costume to show off? <br>Then sign up to be in the Banting Halloween Fashion Show on Tuesday the 31st. <br>Sign-ups are open from now until Friday October 27th in the Pirate Pit. <br>You can sign up as an individual or in a group of up to 5 people! <br> Prizes will be given out to the best costume, most creative costume and best group costume! <br>Hope to see you there!</p><p style="text-align:center;"><strong>●</strong></p><p style="text-align:center;">Do you have a musical talent you would like to showcase? The Night of Excellence team is looking for volunteers to sing or perform during the intermissions on November 2. Please sign up outside Mrs. Arnold-Sallows office asap for an audition.</p><p style="text-align:center;"><strong>●</strong></p><p style="text-align:center;">The Night of Excellence is fast approaching!!</p><p style="text-align:center;">Did you achieve an overall average of 80% or more last year? Did you excel in your favorite class? Did you receive a Character Education award last year? If you did one or more of these things then you may be receiving an invitation to attend the Night of Excellence on Thursday November 2<sup>nd</sup>. This is an evening dedicated to recognizing the amazing academic and character education achievements shown by our Banting students. Be one of the first classes to receive and collect the Banting honor roll medals. Collect a unique grade specific medal for each year you earn honor roll. Return your invitation reply asap to your homeroom teacher or drop it off in the front office to reserve your place that evening. Congratulations Banting students!</p><p style="text-align:center;"><strong>●</strong></p><p style="text-align:center;">Hey Banting! The athletic society will be selling custom under armour hoodies for all sports and clubs. We will be in the caf at lunch starting next Monday October 23rd to take sizes and orders. There is also an option to pay online. Hope to see you next week!</p><p style="text-align:center;"><strong>●</strong></p><p style="text-align:center;">Reminder to all cross country athletes to change and meet at the bus ramp by 1:30 for the meet in Barrie.</p><p style="text-align:center;"><strong>●</strong></p><p style="text-align:center;">Kidney Clothes has an opportunity for High School Students to earn 15 volunteer hours. Between now and Dec 22; Students can register with us to host a clothing drive. By collecting from Family, Friends, Neighborhood, and other places they can really help us during the holiday season. <br> <br>Students who collect a minimum of 30 full black Garbage bags of clothing will receive 15 volunteer hours from Kidney Clothes. Please see the Bulletin board outside of Guidance or Mrs. Cross in the guidance office for further details</p><p style="text-align:center;"><strong>●</strong></p><p style="text-align:center;">Any students that are interested in assisting with the Remembrance Day Assembly are invited to a planning meeting on Monday, October 23<sup>rd</sup> in room 212 at lunch. See Mrs. Valentine with any questions.</p><p style="text-align:center;"><strong>●</strong></p><p style="text-align:center;">You must pay your student activity fee in order to participate in any school, ANY school activity. The cost is $15.00 and can be paid using cash online or with cash or cheque in the Main Office.</p><p style="text-align:center;"><strong>●</strong></p><p style="text-align:center;">Attention Banting! Best Buddies is back for another fun year of rewarding and lasting friendships. If you would like to be a part of Banting's Best Buddies this year, please stop by room 149 at lunch to sign up. There is no cost to join and the time committed is up to you. Our first event will take place on Halloween.</p><p style="text-align:center;"><strong>●</strong></p><p style="text-align:center;">Hey Banting! <br>The school's Halloween fashion show is coming up on Tuesday, October 31st. <br>Bring in 2 dollars to donate to Sick Kids in order to receive a ticket to see the show for a second period buy-out! <br>You can purchase tickets in the Pirate Pit in the Cafeteria until the 30th. <br> You can also sign up to participate in the fashion show! You can sign up individually or as a group, prizes will be given out to the best costume category winners! Hope to see you there!</p><p style="text-align:center;"><strong>●</strong></p><p style="text-align:center;">Tomorrow, Friday, October 20, 2017 is a PD Day! </p><p style="text-align:center;">Enjoy your long weekend!</p> | | | |
| ALT PROGRAM | http://ban.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/school-news/475 | ALT PROGRAM | <p><strong>Alt Program</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>The Alternative Program is a special program administed by Banting Memorial High School (BMHS). It is run off-site, and students have the opportunity to work outside the regular school setting. It is set up to help students who have been unsuccessful at a traditional high school by offering credit courses in a different environment.</p><p> </p><p><strong>View our</strong> <strong>Alternative Program Website</strong></p><p></p> | | | |
| Student Activity Fee | http://ban.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/school-news/469 | Student Activity Fee | <p><strong>The student activity fee this year is $15 and can be paid anytime on School Cash Online or in the Front Office on your lunch.</strong></p><p></p> | | | |
| Notice of public meeting - potential replacement for Banting Memorial High School | http://ban.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/board-news/79 | Notice of public meeting - potential replacement for Banting Memorial High School | <p>The following letter is being distributed to all families with children at Banting Memorial High School or local feeder schools.<br><br></p><div>Dear Parent(s)/Guardian(s),</div><div><br></div><div>This letter is to inform you that the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) is hosting a public meeting to share information and gather community input regarding a potential replacement for Banting Memorial High School. The purpose of the meeting is to:</div><div><ul><li>share information about how the Ministry of Education funds new and replacement schools<br></li><li>share information about options for a replacement school<br></li><li>gather feedback from the local community<br></li></ul></div><div>A public meeting has been scheduled:</div><div><br></div><div><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Date:<span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>September 26, 2017</div><div><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Time:<span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>6 p.m.</div><div><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Location:<span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Alliston Union Public School</div><div><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span></div><div>You are most welcome to attend this meeting to learn more and share your thoughts with the team. If you are not able to attend this meeting, you can share your feedback via email at planning@scdsb.on.ca until Friday, September 29.</div><div><br></div><div>Sincerely,</div><div>Daryl Halliday</div><div>Superintendent of Education (Area 4)</div><div><br></div><p><br></p> | | | |
| SCDSB partners with Dell and Staples to provide affordable technology options | http://ban.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/board-news/74 | SCDSB partners with Dell and Staples to provide affordable technology options | <p>The Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) is excited to announce two partnerships for the 2017-18 school year. The SCDSB has worked with Dell Canada and Staples to provide affordable options for families considering a technology purchase. Both programs are approved by the SCDSB.<br><br>Information about both programs, including product details and how to order, is available below. If you have questions about the programs, please contact either a Dell Education Advisor or your nearest Staples store, as appropriate.<br><br><a href="http://scdsb.on.ca/About%20Us/News%20Documents/SimcoeCountyDSB-Dell%20BYOD_June2017.pdf">Dell Canada BYOD program letter</a><br><a href="http://scdsb.on.ca/About%20Us/News%20Documents/SchoolToolsBYOD_SimcoeLetter_EN.pdf">Staples BYOD program letter</a><br> <br></p> | | | |