UPCOMING EVENTS:
October 2025
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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 – Oct. 6-10, 2025
Hello, Bonjour, Gila’kasla
We had a wonderful week of learning and reflection focused on Truth and Reconciliation, highlighted by a meaningful assembly to start us off. It was inspiring to see our school community come together with so many orange shirts proudly worn in support of Indigenous children, families, and survivors.
Wacky Wheelie Wednesdays: There are 2 more sessions, Oct. 8 and Oct. 15. We’ll be back in the spring.
Cross Country: There is a race on Wed. Oct 8 @ 3:30 PM at Huband Elementary. Those participating need to have their permission forms in to their coaches or the office by Monday, Oct 6. No Form=No Run. Races are for Gr. 3-7 students. Race order is Gr. 7,3,4,5,6 (girls than boys). A reminder that parents are responsible for driving their students to and from the races.
Open House: Families and Caregivers are invited to their child’s class for an Open House on Thursday, October 16th from 2:00 to 2:30. Teachers and students are excited to showcase the learning environment and the journey for the year ahead. Our Open House is intended as a general overview of the classroom and not a personal interview with the teacher.
Salmon Day From PAC:
The 8th annual Salmon Day is right around the corner on October 16th! The event will take place from 2:30 to 4:00 on the school grounds Forest Side. We’ve booked a handful of informative and interactive salmon related vendors as well as an appearance from MARS ambassador birds! There will be games, hot chocolate and smoked salmon snacks! Rumor has it that there just might be some extra smoked salmon packages to take home! PAC will be sending out a call for volunteers to run stations very soon. If you have not yet signed up to and would like to receive the PAC volunteer emails please follow this link!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfE3QUIoabJNZNNIOW8yo5KHYOiN73oxOUwHCJBGwF_4kKVbg/viewform
Can’t wait to see you all there!
Photo Retakes are on Oct. 27. If your child happened to miss picture day or needs a retake please contact the office via email to arrange it. Students must be on the retake list to have a retake. puntledge@sd71.bc.ca
Weather and Clothing AGAIN: As we officially get into the Fall season, we’d like to ask families to ensure their child is prepared for the weather. Only in very extreme weather conditions will students be kept indoors (1 day over the last 3 years).
Winter Concerts: I know it is early… Dec. 8 (Primary) and Dec. 9 (Intermediate)…just in case you were wondering. Put it on the calendar.
This Week:
Oct. 6-8 Grade 7s @ Horne Lake Camping
Tue. 7 Gr. 6 Hike at Lake Helen McKenzie
Wed. 8 X-Country Race Gr. 3-7 @ Huband Park El. 3:30 PM start
Wed. 8 Wacky Wheelie Wednesday
Fri. 10 Fun Food Friday
Upcoming:
Oct. 13 No School – Thanksgiving
Oc.t 15 X-Country Race Gr. 3-7 @ Brooklyn El. 3:30 PM start
Oct. 15 Wacky Wheelie Wednesday (last one until spring)
Oct. 16 Great Shake Out Earthquake Drill @ 10:16 AM
Oct. 16 Salmon Day/Open house
Oct. 17 Fire Safehouse on site for Gr. 3 students
Oct. 22 Lock Down Drill
Oct. 22 X-Country Race @ Airport El. 3:30 PM start
Oct. 23 Walk For Wenjack (tentative)
Oct. 24 No School – Professional Day
Oct. 27 Photo Retakes
Oct. 30 Gr. 3 Skating
Oct. 31 Halloween (Costume Train…first thing)
Kindergarten Registration
Kindergarten Registration
For information regarding Kindergarten registration please go the Comox Valley District Web Site:
