UPCOMING EVENTS:
November 2025
December 2025
January 2026
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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 – Nov. 17-21, 2025
We’ve reached the mid point of November already! We are looking forward to seeing you at parent–teacher conferences on November 20. These meetings are a valuable opportunity to discuss your child’s progress, celebrate their strengths, and talk about areas where we can continue to support their learning. Your partnership is an important part of your child’s success, and we appreciate the time you take to connect with us.
SAS Program: As part of the City of Courtenay’s Safe and Active School (SAS) program, a team from the City will be conducting a walkabout in our neighbourhood to gather feedback on traffic flow, hot spots, and areas of safety concern. If you are available at 9:00 AM, you are welcome to meet at the office and join us for the walk.
PAC: There is a monthly meeting Wed. Nov. 19 in the school library. 6:30-8:00 PM.
Fun Food Friday: The grade 7’s will be taking 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
Coach Needed: The Gr. 6 girls basketball team are needing a coach for their season. If you are interested please let me know. Games are on Wednesdays from 3:00-4:00 PM. No experience needed, you will be supported. Flexible schedule, no pay!
EDAS Club: Our Puntledge EDAS club is hosting a bag painting evening Nov. 24 for families. It is limited to 80 spaces. Details and registration link are on the attached PDF poster.
Puntledge Apparel: Our Spirit Wear Fundraiser is almost over! Be sure to get your orders in before the deadline this Sunday November 16th. Thank you for supporting our school! Please place your order through Munch-A-Lunch. Images of apparel are attached.
PAC Book Fair: Get ready! The Scholastic Book Fair is coming our way next week! November 17th – 21st! (YAY!). Choosing their own books empowers kids and inspires them on their journey to becoming lifelong readers. AND—as always—every purchase at the Fair benefits our school. Come check it out in the library before school, after school and during 2nd recess. We are also open ALL DAY on parent/teacher interview day!
Mon/Tues/Wed & Fri – 8:00-9:00am /12:00-12:30/2:30-3:30 PM
Thursday – 9:00-3:00
We won’t be able to do it without your help though, here’s a link for volunteer times. https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/212393498073/false#/invitation
The countdown to more Bookjoy is on! Catch you at the Fair! Happy reading!
Info From Lake Trail Community Education Society:
Lake Trail Community Education Society is hosting a free Repair Café and Clothing Swap at Lake Trail Community School on Nov. 15.
- Repair Café – Saturday, Nov. 15th 11-3pm
- Free Clothing Swap – bring clean, gently used clothing to add to the swap, or just come to take what you need! It’s free and open to all community members for the duration of the Repair Cafe. A Repair Café is a free event for community members to connect and repair items together. Join us to save money, reduce waste, learn new skills, and enjoy goodies at the café.
- Community Drop-in Nights: Every Thursday 6:00-8:00 PM, until Dec. 4. Resuming Jan. 8, 2026. Every Thursday night is Drop-In Community Night with open gym, art, and board games! Each week will have a different facilitated craft, volleyball and basketball in the gym, and a board game facilitator. This is a free community program. Children under 10 need to be accompanied by an adult. Adults without children always welcome. Come hangout!
Parent Presentation:
Topic: ‘Connecting with our Kids when Anxiety leads to Social Isolation’
When kids spend a lot of time alone because of their anxiety, it can be frustrating and challenging for parents. Join us to listen to Christine M. Yu, M.A., Registered Clinical Counsellor, and Diane Evans, a parent, talk about the hard stuff and some strategies that can help us connect with our kids when they are socially isolated.
This video presentation will be followed by a facilitated discussion by Megan Watson and Cresslynn Brodhagen, Family Peer Support Workers in the Comox Valley.
When: Wednesday, November 19 from 6:30-8:00pm
Where: Mark Isfeld Secondary (Multipurpose room)
Register: For more information and to register, click here. Even if you are not sure if you can make it, we encourage you to register as you will receive access to resources following the event via email.
*While the event is held at the secondary school, this event is for parents of all school aged children and youth who might be struggling with anxiety.
This Week:
Nov 17 Gr. 7 Volleyball Practice 2:30-3:45 PM
Nov. 17 City of Courtenay Safe and Active School Program Walkabout
Nov. 19 Gr. 7 Volleyball Game (team split) @ Miracle Beach and Puntledge, 3:00-4:00
Nov. 19 PAC Meeting 6:30-8:00 PM
Nov. 20 Parent/Teacher Conferences (no school for students)
Nov. 21 Gr. 4/5 Girls Basketball Practice 7:30-8:30 AM
Nov. 21 Recognition Assembly
Nov. 17-21 PAC Book Fair
Upcoming:
Nov. 24 Gr. 7 Volleyball Practice 2:30-3:45 PM
Nov. 26 Gr. 7 Volleyball Game (team split) @ Lake Trail and Puntledge, 3:00-4:00 PM
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. 12 Learning Reports Sent Home
Dec. 19 Last Day of Classes (Winter Break)
Kindergarten Registration
Kindergarten Registration
For information regarding Kindergarten registration please go the Comox Valley District Web Site:
