Science Fair tonight!

Posted April 21, 2016

Throughout the day classes are visiting our student science displays in the gym. This evening everyone is invited to visit from 6 to 7:30 pm. At 7:30 pm, displays may be dismantled and taken home. See you tonight!

Free SCIS Workshops for Parents and Caregivers

Posted April 21, 2016

Creating Safe and Inclusive Schools and Communities Presented by Harmony Movement, in partnership with the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) and Waterloo Catholic District School Board. We are pleased to offer these workshops for families on a variety of topics! Here is what you can expect: Interactive and engaging content Learn skills to enhance […]

Teacher & Staff Appreciation Day – Friday, April 22nd 

Posted April 20, 2016

It’s time to celebrate our wonderful Empire PS teachers and staff and thank them for all they do for our students every day. The Empire PS Council has organized a catered lunch for all teachers & staff to enjoy during this Friday’s PD Day. If you would like to contribute to Teacher Appreciation Day (monetary […]

Under Construction!

Posted April 15, 2016

Three years ago, the Empire School Council launched a goal to install a new, natural playground that could be used by our students and our community year-round.  The aim of a natural playground is to bring children in contact with nature.  It provides a natural space that will expand children’s imaginations, stimulate all five senses, […]

Planning for Next Year

Posted April 13, 2016

Empire school staff work diligently considering many factors when creating next year’s classes. In completing this complex task we are bound by many rules including hard class caps in the primary division.  In order to create successful classes, we consider the following factors: The academic level and learning style of each student; The social/emotional needs […]

Calling All Empire Scientists!

Posted April 7, 2016

The Empire SCIENCE FAIR will be held on Thursday, April 21, 2016. Students from JK up to Grade 6 can enter this ‘at home’,non-competitive project. Everyone in the family is encouraged to help out. Students may work in partners and enter one project. Deadline to sign up has been extended to Monday April 11th. (You […]

Family Science Night – Thurs. April 7th

Posted April 4, 2016

Attention future scientists and engineers: Family Science Night is this Thursday, April 7th from 6-8pm. Bring your parents and join us for some hands on science and engineering fun. It’s FREE and it’s also a great time for you to get ideas for our upcoming Student Science Fair. Information about the evening’s available activities can […]

Boston Pizza Night – Wed., April 6th

Posted April 4, 2016

Pizza! Pizza! It’s time for an Empire Dining Out Night.  Please join us at Boston Pizza this Wednesday, April 6th from 5-8pm.   Enjoy having dinner prepared for you!   Dine in, takeout, and delivery included. Be sure to mention you are with Empire!!  

Scholastic Book Fair April 5 to 7

Posted April 4, 2016

The School Council is hosting a Scholastic Book Fair, in the school library: Tuesday April 5 to Thursday April 7 With final sales happening during the Empire Science Night being held the evening of April 7. The fair is open to students, and to parents, and will be staffed by parent volunteers for the following times: […]

PIC Family Event Fast Approaching!

Posted April 1, 2016

For the fifth year in a row, the WRDSB Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) and the Waterloo Region Assembly of Public School Councils (WRAPSC) is hosting their free annual family event for parents, guardians and the community! The theme for this year’s parent conference is Strengthening Family-School Relationships – Achieving Excellence and Well-being for all Students. REGISTER NOW! Date: […]

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