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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. 20-24, 2025
Hello, Bonjour, Gila’kasla
A huge thank you to the Puntledge PAC, parents, staff, and students for a wonderful Open House and Salmon Day. The smell of salmon in the air made for an authentic and memorable experience. Our Grade 3 students also had the opportunity to practice their fire safety skills in the Fire Safety House. Thank you to the Courtenay Fire Department for making this possible. Finally, a big shout-out to the entire school for participating in the Great ShakeOut earthquake drill and doing an amazing job staying calm, focused, and prepared.
Walk For Wenjack: Thursday, Oct. 23, École Puntledge Park will continue our work on ReconciliACTION. In recognition of Secret Path Week, staff and students will be donating and delivering non-perishable food items and/or $$ donations to the Comox Valley Food Bank. All classes will be leaving school between 8:50 am and 11:15ish am. We will walk along the Rotary Trail next to the rail tracks. Students are invited to bring something easy to carry (a can or small box of food) or even better – a toonie! We are proud to support the Downie-Wenjack Legacy Schools Program and the Comox Valley Food Bank!
Jersey Day: Tue. Oct. 21 is Jersey Day! Students are invited to show their spirit by wearing a favourite team or activity jersey. It could be a team they cheer for (hockey, soccer, football, etc.) or one from a sport or activity they take part in themselves. Parents / Guardians join in and wear a jersey for morning drop off! Be kind to Leaf fans, it’s a long wait 😉
No School: Friday, Oct. 24 – Professional Day, there are no classes in session.
X-Country: There is a race on Wed. Oct 22 @ 3:30 PM at Airport Elementary. Those participating need to have their permission forms in to their coaches or the office by Tuesday, Oct 21. No Form=No Run. Races are for Gr. 3-7 students. Race order is Gr. 7,3,4,5,6 (girls then boys). A reminder parents are responsible for driving their students to and from the races.
Our Puntledge race has been rescheduled to Monday, Oct. 27 starting at 3:30 PM. I still need some volunteers at the finish line. Email me if you are available to assist. Thank you.
Photo Retakes October 27. If your child happened to miss picture day or needs a retake please contact the office via email to arrange it. puntledge@sd71.bc.ca Your child must be on the list to get a retake.
PAC: Here are your Oct. 15 PAC meeting minutes: PAC Meeting Minutes Oct 15
When donating drink containers at the Return-It Centre to the Puntledge account, please note that the account naming has recently changed. When you print your label, it will no longer show “Puntledge School” as the recipient. Instead, you’ll see our PAC treasurer’s name, Caleigh Barth, listed as the account administrator. See attached image.
Rest assured; all funds still go directly to the Puntledge PAC account, not to Caleigh’s Hawaii fund!
Halloween Dance: Fall is in full swing, and many will be celebrating Halloween with family and friends. To kick off the Halloween spirit, The Puntledge Park PAC and parent volunteers are hosting another edition of the Halloween Howler Family Dance for the school community. Come dressed up and ready to boooogie!
Date: Wed. Oct. 29 from 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Where: Ecole Puntledge Park Elementary gymnasium
Price: Free Admission – no tickets required.
All students must be accompanied by an Adult.
Lost & Found: There are so many items in lost and found. Consider labeling your children’s clothing. Raise money for the school and not lose as many things this year. HOW? To learn more go to https://mabelslabels.ca/en-CA/fundraising/support and search for Puntledge PAC.
ERASE (Expect Respect and A Safe Education): Learn about the different tools, information, and resources available on erase to help support students, adults, and school staff. Learn more at https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/erase
Criminal Record Checks: A reminder that many, if not all, activities involving parent volunteers at the school require those volunteers to have a criminal record check on file with us. Please go to https://www.comoxvalleyschools.ca/ecole-puntledge-park-elementary/ and scroll down for the full details on how to submit.
Book Fair: Our amazing PAC is hosting a Book Fair from November 17–21. It’s the perfect chance to spark your child’s love of reading, support our PAC, and maybe even get a head start on your holiday shopping. Come browse, buy, and bring home some new favourites! Hours of operation will be announced closer to the event.
Upcoming:
Oct. 21 Jersey Day
Oct. 22 X-Country Race @ Airport El. 15:30 start
Oct. 23 Walk For Wenjack
Oct. 24 No School – Professional Day
Oct. 27 Photo Retakes
Oct. 27 X-Country Race Gr. 3-7 @ Puntledge 3:30 PM start
Oct. 29 PAC Halloween Dance 6-8:00 PM
Oct. 30 Gr. 3 Skating Lessons
Oct. 31 Halloween (Costume Train…first thing)
Nov. 6 Gr. 3 Skating Lessons
Nov. 11 No School
Nov. 20 Parent/Teacher Interviews
Nov. 17-21 PAC Book Fair
Kindergarten Registration
Kindergarten Registration
For information regarding Kindergarten registration please go the Comox Valley District Web Site:
