Weekly Community Newsletter - October 16th, 2026
So many amazing things are happening at Tuck each week - as you can see by the table below! We are so excited for our Senior Volleyball Teams, who began their seasons this week, as well as for our Senior Flag Football Team who played in their last tournament. A quick reminder to families that during this transition into more fall weather, the temperatures can change drastically throughout the day. Please ensure students have the layers they need during the school day.
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Monday, October 19 |
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Tuesday, October 20 |
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Wednesday, October 21 |
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Thursday, October 22 |
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Friday, October 23 |
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The Annual Tuck Book Sale - New Date!
Cross Country T-Shirts
We are still looking for some of our school T-shirts that were used during Cross Country. They can be differentiated from other spirit wear by the word ATHLETICS printed on them. They can be returned to the office.
It’s Hearing and Vision Screening Time!
Our clinic will be at your school, John T. Tuck, on November 18th, 19th, 2026
Register your child and complete the payment through the Online Link
The deadline for registration is November 16th at 9 a.m., and the duration at the school may be adjusted based on student participation
Your child’s Hearing and Vision should be screened every year
A fee of $25.00 is collected to help offset the cost of bringing this clinic to your school
Why Screening Matters:
- Growing children are very susceptible to middle ear problems, and one of the best ways to prevent hearing loss is early detection of middle ear function issues.
- Vision issues are common in children, so early detection is crucial for their healthy development and academic success.
Our screening program helps identify hearing and vision concerns before they impact learning and social development, ensuring children get the support they need to thrive. As part of the program, we will refer any results that are considered outside the normal range to the parents for follow-up with their physician and/or optometrist.
For hearing concerns, we recommend bringing your child’s result form to your physician, who can then refer you to an ENT specialist, which is covered by OHIP. Alternatively, you have the option to schedule an appointment with an Audiologist without needing a referral from your family physician. Please note that visits to an Audiologist may not be covered by OHIP, and you could incur a fee ranging from $75 to $150 or more.
Your child's hearing is not being monitored unless they're seeing an audiologist or an ENT specialist, making our screening program a valuable resource for your child's health.
While eye exams are covered by OHIP, our hearing clinic offers a basic vision screening for students participating in the hearing clinic.
For more information and to address all your questions and concerns, please visit our website at www.schoolscreeningassociation.ca.
Good Grades start with Good Hearing and Vision
Spirit Wear is Coming!
We wanted to let families know that we hope to have Spirit Wear Orders out for purchase within the next week. Please keep an eye out for a message!
School Bus Safety Reminders
No Eating or Drinking on the School Bus
To ensure a safe, clean, and comfortable ride for all students, we would like to remind all families that eating and drinking are strictly prohibited on the school bus at all times (water is permitted).
This policy protects student safety for several critical reasons:
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Choking Risk: Vehicle movement, bumps, and sudden stops while eating increase the risk of choking.
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Severe Allergies: Food consumption or leftover crumbs can cause life-threatening allergic reactions for fellow passengers.
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Bus Cleanliness: Spills and trash create unsanitary conditions, odors, and pest issues.
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Driver Focus: Food-related incidents and cleanups divert the driver’s attention from the road.
Please remind your child to finish all food and snacks before boarding the bus and save any further eating for school or home. Thank you for your cooperation!
Municipal Elections
The following information is shared on behalf of the City of Burlington, which oversees the administration of municipal elections in Burlington.
Burlington’s municipal election is taking place between Oct. 14 and 26. Make a plan to vote at myvoteburlington.ca. Have your say by voting for the Mayor, Regional and Local Councillors, and School Board Trustees.
