Reminder | No School this Friday/ Monday

This is a reminder that there is no school for students on Friday due to a non-instructional day.

There is also no school on Monday, May 18 for the Victoria Day holiday.

We hope everyone enjoys the long weekend.

Book Review | Chapter 9 Summary – The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt

In Chapter 9, Jonathan Haidt shifts from diagnosing the problem to explaining how it can be solved through collective action. He pushes back against the common belief that it is too late to reverse the harms of a phone based childhood, arguing that societies have often stepped in to correct widespread problems once the risks became clear. The issue, he explains, is not that people are unaware of the harm, but that they feel stuck in a system they cannot change on their own.

Haidt describes the situation as a collective action problem. Children feel pressure to get smartphones and join social media so they are not excluded from their peer group, while parents feel pressure to provide these devices so their children are not left out. At the same time, schools and tech companies reinforce the norm, even if they recognize the negative impact. As a result, everyone participates in a system they may not fully support, because opting out individually comes with social costs.

He explains that this dynamic is similar to other social dilemmas, where individual decisions that seem reasonable lead to worse outcomes when everyone makes the same choice. Without coordination, people unintentionally create and maintain harmful conditions. In the case of smartphones and social media, the outcome is a widespread shift away from a play based childhood toward a more isolating, screen dominated one.

The key idea of the chapter is that individual effort is not enough to solve the problem. Real change requires coordinated action across families, schools, and broader systems. When people act together, the social pressure reverses and healthier norms become possible. This chapter sets up the rest of the book by emphasizing that meaningful change depends on collective agreement and shared action, not isolated decisions.

Parking for After School Pick-up

This is a reminder to please follow all posted street signs during morning drop off and after school pick up.

Vehicles are not permitted to park between the crosswalks on Bermuda Drive. Parking in these areas significantly reduces visibility and creates unsafe conditions for students who are trying to cross the road.

We appreciate your support in keeping our students safe.

PASS FC Soccer Residency

We are excited to share that PASS FC will be providing a free soccer residency for Beddington Heights School students next week during their Physical Education classes.

Students will have the opportunity to learn and build skills through fun, engaging soccer activities led by experienced coaches.

We look forward to this great opportunity for our students!

Pants for Office Request

We are currently looking for donations of extra pants for our office. Sizes that fit Kindergarten to Grade 3 students (approximately size 6–12 or XS–XL) are most helpful.

Gently used items are very much appreciated, as long as they are clean. Sweatpants or track pants with elastic waistbands are ideal.

If you are able to help, please send donations to the school office. Thank you for supporting our students!

Family Pizza Night @ Dominoes Hunterhorn | Thursday May 14

Order from Domino's in Hunterhorn this Thursday for Family Pizza Night! 20% of all proceeds from online and phone orders when using the promo code RAISE20 will go towards supporting Beddington Heights families in need at Christmas. Treat your family to pizza and help make a difference for BHS families! Flyers for discounts will come home with students this week!

 Volunteer Tea

Thank you to all of our volunteers who joined us for the Volunteer Tea. It was a pleasure to spend time together and recognize the incredible support you have provided to our school community throughout the year.

Your time, care, and commitment make a meaningful difference for our students and staff each day, and we are truly grateful.

A special thank you to Mrs. Pulvermacher, Mrs. Connell, Mrs. Watson, and Mr. Lancee for all of their hard work in organizing such a wonderful event.

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Fun Lunch | Mucho Burrito

Our next Fun Lunch will be Subway on May 28^th. The ordering deadline is May 23^rd. Orders can be placed at HealthyHunger.ca. If your child is absent on Fun Lunch day, their lunch will be kept in the office until 3:00 p.m. for pick-up. After that time, it will be discarded to meet health and safety guidelines and due to limited storage space.

Popcorn Sales | Delivered Every Thursday

Parent Association sells popcorn for students, which will be distributed each Thursday. All proceeds will support BHS families in need during the Winter Break/Christmas season. Popcorn orders will be made through HealthyHunger.ca. The ordering deadline for each week is Saturday.

FlipGive Fundraiser

Support Beddington Heights School all year long through FlipGive — an easy, free way to raise money just by shopping for things you already buy!

Our school earns cash back whenever families shop for groceries, gas, dining out, or online purchases from hundreds of popular retailers.

Join our team here: Beddington Heights FlipGive

Every purchase helps support our school families.

Dates of Significance

Mother’s Day, celebrated on May 10, 2026, is an opportunity to recognize and thank the mothers and caregivers in our lives. It is a time to reflect on the care, guidance, and support they provide every day. A big shout out to all our amazing mothers both on staff and in our school community!

International Day of Families, Iobserved on May 15, 2026, highlights the importance of families in supporting well-being, belonging, and development. It encourages us to reflect on the role families play in building strong, connected and inclusive communities.

International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia, marked on May 17, 2026, raises awareness about discrimination faced by LGBTQ2S+ individuals. It is a day to promote inclusion, respect, and equal rights while affirming the importance of safe, welcoming spaces for all.

Victoria Day, celebrated on May 18, 2026, is a Canadian holiday that honours Queen Victoria and marks the unofficial start of summer. It is a time for communities to gather, enjoy outdoor activities, and reflect on Canadian history and traditions.