There was an incident with a Student who attends Annette Street Public School - please read below for further details.
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Dear Parents/Guardians:
Earlier today, we received information about an incident that was reported to have happened in our community. A 13 year-old student was approached by a man in a vehicle at Quebec and Annette at about 7:55 am this morning as she made her way to school. The man, who was one of three men in a white truck, asked the girl to enter the vehicle. The student did exactly the right thing in not responding to the man and quickly making her way to school, where she reported the incident to a teacher. We have contacted police and they are investigating.
For your information, the person is described as male, white, in his late 20s to early 30s, average height, slight build, with a brown beard. He was in the rear passenger side of a white, 4-door truck. At the time of the incident, the man was wearing an orange vest over a white winter coat and had on a light-coloured hat. If you have any information that might assist police with its investigation, please call 416-808-1100 or contact CrimeStoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477) or at www.222tips.com.
The safety of our students is always a top priority. We are fortunate to have a number of initiatives, programs, and policies that contribute to a caring and safe school. However, most incidents happen away from school and outside of school hours. I want to emphasize to all our students, staff, and parents the need to be aware and alert at all times, no matter where you are and even in the most ordinary and everyday routines.
Our staff periodically speak to students about how to stay safe and we did so again today. I know that you too will want to help ensure our community is as safe as possible. Attached, please find tips that you may find helpful when discussing safety with your child.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the school.
Sincerely,
Heather Wheeler
Principal, Annette Street PS and High Park Alternative School
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