June 2026 · End-of-Year Events & Important Dates
At a Glance: June Calendar
June 2
School Photo Day
June 5
Student Placement Meeting 3:45 PM — No After School Programs
June 11
Welcome to Kindergarten
June 12
Crisis Response Team Visit
June 15
Report Cards Due
June 18
Graduation
June 19
Music Performance
Reports Go Home
June 23
Staff Appreciation Lunch
June 23–24
Classroom Close Down
June 24
Evening Departure Out of Community
Seven key events across the month — let's walk through each one together.
School Photo Day 📸
Prepare Students
Ensure students are ready
Dress Reminder
Send home a reminder for students to dress nicely
Family Time Slot
Welcome to Kindergarten
An exciting milestone for our incoming students and their families. Please help make a warm, welcoming first impression.
Matawa Role
Matawa in community to support WTK
Kindergarten Team - Lauren and Shun supported by Community Lead Michelle Smith
Preparation
Ensure classrooms and common spaces are tidy and welcoming by June 10
Tone
Warm, approachable, and celebratory — first impressions matter!
Crisis Response Team Visit
Our Crisis Response Team will be on-site.
- NAN
- Land Based Learning Focus
- Mental Health
Report Cards & IEPs
Mark your calendars for the June 15th deadline for report cards and updated Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
Report Cards: Ensure all grades and comments are finalized for submission.
Updated IEPs: Must reflect expectations covered in all subject areas. For example, a Grade 4 science IEP should detail 'the student will identify and describe basic characteristics and needs of living things (Grade 2 Life Systems).'
Modified Expectations: Explicitly list these for each reportable subject, moving beyond just Lexia and Symphony math entries.
Graduation 🎓
A landmark celebration for our graduating students and their families. All staff are encouraged to attend and participate.
- Ceremony details and staff assignments to be confirmed
- Decorating and setup volunteers needed
- Dress code: Smart and Professional
Key Reminders
½ Day - AM Preparation - All students will come to school at 1 PM for start of afternoon instruction. Graduation will begin at 2:30
Daycare Support Team for Day
Volunteers needed for decoration and food preparation
Graduation team— Joann, Ankush, Fiona are organizing the grade 8 graduation and Lauren and Shun are organizing kindergarten graduation
Audio - Visual Team - Sam Recke-Smith
Order your graduation decorations and gifts
Music Performance 🎵
Students will showcase the musical skills they've developed all year. A wonderful community event — families are invited!
Staff Support
Setup
Chairs, staging, and sound setup
Celebrate the Kids
School Close Down
All classrooms must be fully closed down and checklists submitted to administration by end of day June 24. Please see your close-down checklist in your mailbox.
Classrooms
Pack up supplies
Clear walls
Organize cabinets
Classroom Maps for September Setup
Hallways
Clear lockers
Take down bulletin boards
Technology
Class Inventory of all classroom technology
Check your assigned laptops with office list
Music Room / Gym Equipment Room
Clean and Tidy Music Room
Store instruments
Put away gym equipment
Final Sweep
Check all areas
Remove all clutter
Teacherage Close Down
As the school year concludes, please ensure your teacherage is prepared for the summer break and upcoming school year.
Thorough Cleaning
Leave all areas, including kitchen and bathroom, in pristine condition.
Remove Belongings
Ensure all personal items are removed and any rubbish is disposed of.
Key Return
All sets of teacherage keys must be returned to the main office.
Utilities Check
Turn off all lights, adjust heating/AC, and unplug non-essential appliances.
Report Maintenance
Submit a list of any outstanding repair or maintenance issues.
Final Inspection
Be ready for a quick final check with administration on your departure day.
Departure Out of Community ✈️
The final day of the school year — safe travels to all!
- Ensure all personal belongings are removed from school property
- Keys returned to the office
- Travel arrangements confirmed in advance with administration
- Contact information updated before you leave
Thank You, Team! 🌟
What an incredible year it has been. Your dedication, care, and hard work make a difference every single day.
Questions?
Bring them forward or see administration after the meeting
You Made It Happen
Thank you for the countless ways you supported our students, lifted each other up, and helped make this year such a success. Your care and commitment have truly shaped our school community.
See You Out There
Safe travels June 25 — have a wonderful summer break!
Staff Meeting Agenda