UPCOMING EVENTS:
December 2025
January 2026
No event found!
Parent Volunteer Information:
Many of our activities would not be able to happen without the help of volunteers. Thank you for your support! Volunteers must complete a criminal record form prior to volunteering. Also, by submitting a CRC request you agree to abide by the code of conduct
Criminal Record Check
As per School District Policy 6031MR2 all volunteers will be asked to complete a Criminal Record Check before they are able to drive, volunteer in the classroom, or participate in field trips. If you are thinking about volunteering at the school, please take the time to complete the Criminal Record Check process early in the school year. Criminal Record Checks are valid for 5 years once complete and will remain on file at the school. We use the Criminal Records Review Program (CRRP) online service:
Online Link: https://justice.gov.bc.ca/criminalrecordcheck
Access Code: 4HN64GAEQ9
Driving for School
We rely on parent/caregiver volunteers to drive on many of our school field trips to keep our costs to a minimum.
Each year volunteer drivers need to submit:
- Driver’s Abstract from ICBC https://www.icbc.com/driver-licensing/getting-licensed/Pages/Your-driving-record.aspx
- Have a valid Criminal Record check on file with the school
- First 2 pages of insurance is required, showing minimum of $1 million liability - if you have private insurance send a copy of that as well.
- Copy of Driver’s License.
All information should be sent by email to puntledge@sd71.bc.ca. Scanning documents or taking a picture will work to send via email.
Booster seats are required for students who are under 9 years of age and over 40 pounds in weight and according to district policy must be used until the child reaches 9 years of age or a height of 4’9”.
Daily Schedule
- Overall schedule
- Warning bell for all students : 8:35 am
- Start of school day for all students : 8:40am
- End of school day for all students: 2:30 pm
GROUP 1 Schedule
Div. 6,7,8, 9,10,11,12,13,14,15,16, 17
Group 2 Schedule Div. 1,2,3,4,5,18,19,20,21,22,23
10:10 – 10:35 Recess Outside 12:00-12:30 – Lunch Recess Outside
2:30 Dismissal
10:35-11:00 Recess Outside 12:00-12:30 Lunch Recess Outside
2:30 Dismissal
General Information:
The Weekly – Dec. 8-12, 2025
Winter concert week is upon us, and our students are very excited to perform for their families and friends. If you are parking in the surrounding neighbourhood for the concerts, please be mindful of our neighbours’ driveways and ensure they can safely access their homes. Thank you to Mr. C. for his hard work and dedication in making the winter concerts a fun and meaningful learning experience for our students, and to our staff for their support in bringing these performances to life.
Our Grade 7 volleyball team represented Puntledge extremely well at the district playoffs, demonstrating consistent three-touch play and sustaining some very exciting rallies.
Our EDAS club is still accepting donations and is preparing for packaging on December 11–12. Thank you for supporting this important initiative.
Winter Concert: MunchA-Lunch is our free ticketing system to ensure we don’t exceed the gym capacity. Each day will have performances at 1:15 PM and 6:00 PM.
Dec. 9 is Concert 1 – Div 1, 2, 3, 4 ,5 , 6 & Div 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15
Dec. 10 is Concert 2 – Div 7, 8 & Div 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23.
https://munchalunch.com/schools/puntledgepark/
Doors will open at 1pm for the afternoon shows and 5:45 for the evening shows. Seating is festival style. When you arrive please send your student to the front as they will be on stage for the entire performance.
SAS Program: The City of Courtenay is asking our families to take a short survey on active school travel (Safe and Active Schools). Here is the direct link to our Puntledge survey: https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/4753c8548fff4f489574907059022023
The survey closes Dec. 12. Your input is appreciated.
Car Idling: A reminder to please avoid idling your vehicle in the parking lot, as it creates unnecessary exhaust near students and staff. Thank you for helping keep our air clean and our school environment healthy.
Additionally, please note the exit from our parking lot is left turn only. The lane beside the school is not a throughway, and vehicles should not use it to cut through the neighbourhood. Following these guidelines helps ensure a safe and orderly flow of traffic for our students and families. Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our school community safe.
Staff Parking: The gravel lot is designated for staff parking only. This area is also a walking path for many of our students and families and keeping it clear is essential for everyone’s safety. It is not an overflow area for student pick-up, nor is it a driveway or a place to park while walking your dog. Thank you for your cooperation in keeping this space safe and accessible.
EDAS is getting ready for a packaging extravaganza. You can still donate a Scarf, Toque or Mitts/Gloves just past the office and through the double doors.
Fun Food Friday: Every Friday. The grade 7’s have taken over FFF to fundraise for their annual trip to Strathcona. Please come out and support them every Friday after school for some fun treats! Items will be $1.00 or $2.00
Volleyball Camp: Comox Valley Volleyball December Camp is December 20th and 21st at Highland School. The morning session is for grades 5-8 and the afternoon session is for grades 9-12. Please email Brian at bdstevens@hotmail.com for more information.
This Week
Dec. 9 Winter Concert 1 – DIV 1, 2, 3, 4 ,5 , 6 & DIV 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15
Dec. 10 Winter Concert 2 – DIV 7, 8 & DIV 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23
Dec. 11-15 EDAS Packaging in Gym
Dec. 11 Kindergarten Hearing Screening (Room 4) AM
Dec. 12 Festive Friday – Wear your festive Christmas sweater
Dec. 12 Learning Reports Sent Home
Dec. 12 Last Day of Breakfast Club Until January
Upcoming
Dec. 16 Gr. 6 Boys Basketball @ 7:15 AM
Dec. 16 Gr. 6 Girls Basketball Practice 2:30-4:00 PM
Dec. 17 Gr. 7 Girls Basketball Practice @ 7:15 AM
Dec. 18 Gr. 7 Girls Basketball Practice @ 7:15 AM
Dec. 18 Gr. 7 Boys Basketball Practice 3:45-4:15 PM
Dec. 18 EDAS Club Meeting 2:30-4:30 PM Dec. 17 Gr. 7 Strathcona Pop-up Craft Sale
Dec. 19 Festive Friday – Wear your festive Christmas Pjs
Dec. 19 Last Day of Classes (Winter Break)
Jan. 5 Return to School
Jan. 9 Fun Food Friday
Jan. 12 Breakfast Club Resumes
Jan. 13 Gr. 6 Immunizations
Jan. 13 Indigenous K/1 Program Info Session – 5:00-6:15 PM in Room 8
Jan. 22 Late French Immersion Info Night (School Library)
Jan. 23 Jump Start For Heart School Activity
Feb. 9-13 Carnaval
Kindergarten Registration
Kindergarten Registration
For information regarding Kindergarten registration please go the Comox Valley District Web Site:
