Dear Parents/Guardians of incoming Grade 8 Students, 

This is a reminder communication to our Grade 8 families regarding the Grade 8 Activity Day scheduled for this coming Wednesday, September 17, 2024. The purpose of this day is to establish a cohesive grade group of students who will learn and grow throughout their 5 years together. 

Activities will be centered around building community, creating and strengthening connections, and familiarizing students with MacNeill’s code of conduct, POWER. 

All Grade 8’s and their families have submitted a permission form, and we are excited to have everyone join us on this day.  If for some reason you think you, haven’t you can always check with your advisory teacher. If you have not yet paid for this activity, I ask that you connect directly with Ms. Hu (Our Business Assistant). 

What should students bring:

1. A great attitude to meet new people and to try new adventures with an open mind.
2. Clothes and shoes that are comfortable, that the students can be active in. It would be good to have layered clothing as the weather can be chilly and warm in the Olympic Oval. 

** Each student will receive a t-shirt that they wear during the day’s activities. **

3. A water bottle, to stay hydrated – can be refilled at the oval or school.
4. Medication if needed to be taken for any reason. Please make sure to communicate this to your Leaders in your group. 

What should students NOT bring:

1. Their cell phone or other electronic devices.
2. Lunch or snacks (These will be provided to the students both at the oval and back at the school)
   1. If you have significant dietary requirements, it would be good to pack accordingly.
3. Backpack, homework or anything of significant value. (We will be active during the day, and these are not necessary). 

Below is the schedule so that students can anticipate what the day will look like. Please arrive no later than 8:30am on this day. All students should head to the Small Gym in the morning. 

If you have other questions or concerns around this, please connect with me directly as needed. If for some reason your teenager is unable to make it on the day, please communicate to the office as if they are missing a regular day of school. If you know this in advance your assistance with this communication helps us plan. 

Thank you and we are super excited for this event for our Grade 8 Raven community!!

#Ravenpower