UPCOMING EVENTS
Courtenay Elementary is a Community School. To find out more about the Community school’s offerings and programing follow the link:
Courtenay Elementary Community School Society
Courtenay Elementary’s Monthly Calendar
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SCHOOL NEWS:
Courtenay Elementary is using the SchoolMessenger/SafeArrival program (formerly Whereabouts). The program will notify you automatically by phone, text or email if your child has an unexcused absence. You can also let the school know if your child will be absent through the same system.
Please click on the link below for the Guide to Parent Use of SchoolMessenger/SafeArrival:
https://www.comoxvalleyschools.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/SchoolMessenger_App_Parent_Web.pdf
You can still report an absence by calling the school at 250-338-5396 or by sending an email to liz.tozer@sd71.bc.ca
The Courtenay El. Weekly
Happy Friday! Here is the Weekly for Sept. 8 to Sept 12 2025:
It was great to see so many smiling faces around the school. The kids also seemed happy to be back! Thanks PAC for the coffee this morning. I appreciate all the introductions and hellos. I’ll be the guy outside in the black Hi-Vis vest. Please stop and say hello.
Breakfast Club and Lunch Anticipated to Begin September 15th: We are currently working with Community Schools and the district to get the programs up and running. Stay tuned for updates. In the meantime, please pack a lunch for child next week. More details here: https://cecss.org/announcement-hot-lunch-on-hold/
School Supplies: The school has/is purchasing all necessary materials and families will be asked to pay their portion in September . Our Office staff has asked that we hold off on payment details until after the first week of school. K-grade 2 will be $40 and Grades 3-5 will be $50 please ask any staff member if you need financial support.
Safe Arrival: Please check Ms. Tozer email regarding how to record an absence or late. More details on the website: https://www.comoxvalleyschools.ca/courtenay-elementary/
From Pac/DPAC
Understanding Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for Parents & Caregivers
Join Comox Valley Schools Inclusive Education and SD 71 DPAC for an important session to help parents and caregivers better understand Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
- Thursday, September 25th
- 6:30 – 8:00 pm
- 2488 Idiens Way, Courtenay
- Zoom option available
- Free childcare option available
This session will provide families with tools and knowledge to support their children’s learning journeys.
- Registration is required.
- To register or learn more, email: mdpac@sd71.bc.ca
From The Community School Society:
Community Schools will be taking orders for Spirit Wear next week. Look for the community school society in front of the school in the mornings and afternoon! We have some new designs. You can take a look at them here: https://cecss.org/spirit-wear-now-on-sale-sept/
Community Schools is in the process of organizing after school clubs. We will be starting up a new play club and are looking for parent volunteers to hang out and serve snacks. We hope to run the club twice a week from 2:30-4:00. Contact Shawn if you are interested in helping and hanging out. Please ensure that you have done a background check. Contact the school office for details regarding the Criminal Record Check process.
Upcoming Dates of Note (New Items added in Bold):
Sept. 8 First full day for Ks
Sept. 10 First Fire Drill
Sept. 15 Estimated start date for Breakfast Club and Lunch Begin
Sept. 17 Earthquake Drill (no evacuation)
Sept. 17 PAC Meeting 6:30pm Library
Sept. 18 Hearing Screening for Kindergarten
Sept. 24 Sharing Assembly
Sept. 26 School Photo Day
Sept. 29 Orange shirt day and Assembly
Sept 30 Reconciliation day no school
Warm Regards,
Noah Burdett
noah.burdett@sd71.bc.ca
Principal, Courtenay Elementary
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