Coming Up:

February 9th:
School Council  7:00PM

February 10th:
Ski Night at Mont Cascades
Gr. 8 Boys Volleyball

February 11th:
Int. Dance
Jr. Dancethon
Pri/Jr. Olympic Day

February 12th & 15th:
Olypmic Opening Ceremonies
PD DAY

February 16th:
Grad Photos

February 17th:
Ski Night

Looking Ahead:
MFI night
Tooney Tuesday

 Home of the

Bulldogs!

Athletic Award

Left to Right: Michael Spence, Brian Chiasson, Andrew Gibson & Dana Slater
(Missing: Jamie Kennedy & Maria Hunter) 

DRK's Award Winning Staff

Sunday January 17th, 2010 twenty-five local sports volunteers were recognized

for their outstanding contribution to athletics in their communities. Out of the twenty-five
recognized, four are part of our very own DRK staff.
 
Andrew Gibson, Michael Spence, Brian Chiasson and Jamie Kennedy have received the
award from Jim Watson –Ottawa West M.P.P for their hard work and dedication to
student athletic programs at D. Roy Kennedy Public School. Their involvement with
intramurals programs, coaching and promoting a healthy lifestyle continues to make
a big difference in the lives of DRK students.
 
Maria Hunter, also a member of our DRK staff has been recognized by the M.P.P. of
Ottawa Center, Yasir Naqvi, for her contributions to healthy living and athletics in her
community. Jarrod Williams has also been awarded for his efforts in building a healthy
and active athletic community at D. Roy Kennedy.  
 
Congratulations to our award winners.


Help for HAITI!!
Go for Gold! Go for $2010!

Our community of character is not restricted to our neighbourhood, but
is a global effort. Here at DRK, staff and students have generously offered
their time and organizing efforts to host some fantastic events in the
upcoming months to raise funds to help all those who are suffering in Haiti.

Please see the link on the side menu for further information.

Want to register for E-Communications at DRK??
Click on the Newsletter tab on the menu bar for further instructions. 
 

Babysitting & People Saver Courses with the Red Cross
 
Consider taking the following available courses during the upcoming PD days, March Break, 
or on a weekend. 
 
The Babysitting Course covers the responsibilities of a babysitter, safety tips for children of 
all ages, basic child care skills and what to do in case of an emergency ($65.00) 

All Babysitter courses run 8:30 – 4:30 at Red Cross, 340 Catherine St
Sunday, January 10, 
Friday February 12, 
Monday March 15, Tuesday March 16, Wednesday March 17, Thursday March 18 
Monday April 12, 
 
People Savers 
A 4-level program developed by the Canadian Red Cross to teach safety awareness and first 
aid skills to elementary school-aged children.
 
PEOPLESAVER Level 1 for Children aged 5- 6 ($10.00)
Friday, March 19 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Sunday April 25 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm




PEOPLESAVER Level 2 for Children aged 7-8 ($15.00)
Friday, March 19 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Sunday April 25 9:00 am– 11:00 am
 
PEOPLESAVER Level 3 for Children aged 8-10 ($20.00)
Friday, February 12 9:00 am to Noon
Friday, March 19 9:00 am to Noon
Saturday April 24 9:00 am to Noon
 
PEOPLESAVER Level 4 for Children aged 10-12 ($25.00)
Friday, February 12 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Friday, March 19 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Saturday April 24 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
 
For a complete course description, students and parents can check out 
www.redcross.ca. Limited Spaces, register soon.  
For more information or to register, please call 613-560-7220 ext.249. 
  
Welcome to D. Roy Kennedy PS. 
 
All questions about boundaries should be directed to the 
Planning Department of the OCDSB at (613) 596-8780. Information regarding transportation 
eligibility can be obtained from the Transportation Department at (613) 596-8211 extension 
8082.
Requests about daycare should be addressed to Whitehaven Kindergarten School Age 
Centre at (613) 759-8364. Also, there is a before and after school activities program on 
site. For more information please call (613) 728-1416.


DRK Mission Statement
D. Roy Kennedy P.S. is a dynamic and diverse learning environment where students 
and adults strive towards personal excellence. We are lifelong learners dedicated 
to nurturing, empowering, and motivating students to become positive, responsible, 
and respectful members of society.