UPCOMING EVENTS:
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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
- Warning bell for all students : 8:30 am
- Start of school day for all students : 8:35am
- End of school day for all students: 2:30 pm
General Information:
Weekly – Oct 26-30, 2026
Hello, Bonjour, Gila’kasla
A big thank you to all the parents and caregivers who joined us for our Open House and the 10th anniversary celebration of Salmon Day! Both events were a wonderful success, and it was great to see so many families connecting with our school community. A special thank you to Jenn McQuoid and our dedicated PAC volunteers for their hard work in making Salmon Day such a memorable event. We truly appreciate your support and contributions.
A calm week ahead you might be thinking…good luck! The Halloween spirit is alive and well at Puntledge with a Halloween dance on Thursday at 6:00 pm and our annual school costume parade on Friday at 8:40 am. A friendly reminder that all students must be accompanied by an adult while attending the dance.
Terry Fox: Thank you to our school community for your generous support of this year’s Terry Fox Run. Together, we raised $800 in donations to support cancer research. We are proud of our students for their participation and enthusiasm, and grateful to our families for their generosity in supporting this important cause. All worth a pie in the face!
Parent/Guardian/Teacher Conferences: Thursday, November 19. Information regarding booking will be shared shortly. This is a non-instructional day so there is no school for students.
Halloween: As families start preparing for Halloween, here are a few things to consider when sending your child to school with their costume:
- We’ll have a costume parade starting at 8:40 AM October 30 and you are welcome to watch. A train/parade will go around the school. Students will remain outside. The best place to watch the parade will be from the bus lane, in front of the school.
- Keep accessories to a minimum, if possible, to avoid the disappointment of lost / misplaced / damaged items.
- If a mask is part of a costume, it can only be worn during the costume parade. Because a mask limits vision, we’ll ask students to remove costume masks in the classroom and during recess (for safety).
- Guns, knives, swords and all such accessories are great for trick-or-treating at night…but not for school. Please keep them home.
Remembrance Day: As Remembrance Day approaches, we would like to invite parents and family members who are currently serving or have served in the military to our school Remembrance Day Assembly on Tuesday, November 10, beginning at 9:30 AM. If you are planning on attending, we would love to acknowledge your service at the assembly and arrange for special seating. Email me at christian.streit@sd71.bc.ca along with your full name, and if applicable your rank, and I will make the arrangements.
Book Fair: Our amazing PAC is hosting a Book Fair from November 16–20. 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.
This Week
Oct 27 Gr 6 Volleyball practice @ 7:30 AM
Oct 28 Cross Country Race #5 Gr. 3-7 @ CV Exhibition Grounds 3:30 pm start
Oct 29 Div 17/18 Visit Fish Hatchery
Oct 29 PAC Family Halloween Dance 6:00-8:00 pm in school gym (students must be accompanied by parent/caregiver)
Oct 30 Halloween Parade @ 8:40
Oct 30 Div 16 Visit Fish Hatchery
Upcoming
Nov 2 Div 21/23 Visit Fish Hatchery
Nov 3 Gr 6 Volleyball practice @ 7:30 AM
Nov 3 Div 12/13 Visit Fish Hatchery
Nov 5 Gr. 3 Skating Lessons (AM)
Nov 6 School Walk For Wenjack (send one food item for CV Food Bank)
Nov 10 Gr 6 Volleyball practice @ 7:30 AM
Nov 10 Remembrance Day Assembly (AM)
Nov 11 Remembrance Day – No school
Nov 12 Gr. 3 Skating Lessons (AM)
Nov 17 Gr 6 Volleyball practice @ 7:30 AM
Nov 19 Parent/Teacher Conferences – No school for students
Nov 24 Gr 6 Volleyball practice @ 7:30 AM
Nov 26 Gr. 3 Skating Lessons (AM)
Dec 1 Gr 6 Volleyball practice @ 7:30 AM
Dec 3 Gr. 3 Skating Lessons (AM)
Dec 15 Primary Winter Concert
Dec 16 Intermediate Winter Concert
Kindergarten Registration
