UPCOMING EVENTS:
May 2026
June 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 – Apr. 27- May 1, 2026
It was a successful Earth Day and Earth Week! Thank you to our PAC for organizing an amazing plant sale. It was a huge success. We also appreciate the many toy and book donations from families that helped make our Earth Week Free Store such a positive experience for students. The recycled art projects were especially well thought out and creative.
Please be aware that field trip season is now in full swing. The spring weather is providing wonderful opportunities for interesting and engaging excursions in our local area. Please take note of your child’s upcoming class trips and ensure all permission forms are completed and returned promptly.
Hot lunch will not be delivered to classes that are on all day field trips or trips over the lunch period. Please make note of your child’s field trip days to avoid ordering hot lunch on those days.
The parking lot routines return to normal next week, except on Wacky Wheelie Wednesday.
Student Learning Survey: Please support our school by taking time to answer the parents portion of the BC Student Learning Survey. Your input is valued and appreciated. Survey Link: Student Learning Survey – Province of British Columbia
Market at Courtenay Elementary: Comox Valley Makers Market proudly supports Courtenay Elementary PAC. They are hosting a Mothers Day market Saturday May 2nd from 10am -3pm at Courtenay Elementary 1540 McPhee. There are 40+ Vendors, 50/50 draws, PAC bake sale and raffles.
This Week:
Mon Apr. 27
- Fire Drill (1:45 PM)
Tue Apr. 28
- Math Club Gr. 7/6 from 2:30-3:30, Room 4 (only those registered)
Wed Apr. 29
- Gr 4-7 Track & Field Practice @ 7:30 AM (only those registered)
- Wacky Wheelie Wednesday
- Div 7 Bike Ride
- Chess Club @ 2:30 (only those registered)
Thu Apr. 30
- ICBC Presentation & Distracted Walking Course
- Div. 16 Water Treatment Fieldtrip
- Math Club Gr. 3,4,5 from 2:30-3:30, Room 4 (only those registered)
- MUN Club 2:30-4:00 pm
- Gr. 7/6 Ultimate Practice
Fri May 1
- BC Transit BusReady Presentation – School Parking Lot Closed
- Fun Food Friday
Upcoming:
May 4 Hold & Secure Drill (9:50 AM)
May 5 Entrepreneur Fair
May 5 Math Club Gr. 7/6 from 2:30-3:30, Room 4 (only those registered)
May 6 Classroom Photos
May 6 Div 15/16 to Horne Lake Caves
May 6 Gr 4-7 Track & Field Practice @ 7:30 AM (only those registered)
May 6 Lake Trail Counsellors Visit Puntledge Gr 5 Neighbourhood Divisions
May 6 Wacky Wheelie Wednesday
May 6 Div 7 Bike Ride
May 6 Chess Club @ 2:30 (only those registered)
May 7 National Child & Youth Mental Health Day
May 7 Track Meet
May 7 Math Club Gr. 3,4,5 from 2:30-3:30, Room 4 (only those registered)
May 7 Gr. 7/6 Ultimate Practice
May 8 Fun Food Friday
May 13 Wacky Wheelie Wednesday
May 13 Div 4 Comox Lake Fieldtrip
May 13 Fire Drill (2:05 PM)
May 13 Chess Club @ 2:30 (only those registered)
May 14 Gr. 4 Big House Experience
May 14 Gr. 7/6 Ultimate Practice
May 15 No School – Non-Instructional Day
May 18 No School – Victoria Day
May 19 – Div 1 – Comox Lake Park
May 19 Math Club Gr. 7/6 from 2:30-3:30, Room 4 (last session)
May 20 Wacky Wheelie Wednesday
May 20 Chess Club @ 2:30 (only those registered)
May 21 Math Club Gr. 3,4,5 from 2:30-3:30, Room 4 (last session)
May 21 Gr. 7/6 Ultimate Practice
May 21 Welcome to K Teddy Bear Picnic (need gym)
May 22 Lock Down Drill (11:10 AM)
May 26 Gr. 6 Camp Bob
May 26 Concert in the Courtyard (time TBD)
May 27 Wacky Wheelie Wednesday
May 27 Chess Club @ 2:30 (last session)
May 27 Late French Immersion Transition Event
May 27 Div. 7 Bike Ride
May 28 Gr. 7/6 Ultimate Practice
June 1 Earthquake Emergency evacuation with parent pick up (1:45 PM)
June 2 Science Presentation in the gym (English/French)
June 3 Wacky Wheelie Wednesday
June 3 Div. 7 Bike Ride
June 4 Gr. 7 Visit to Isfeld #2
June 5 Div 15 to Deep Bay
June 8 K Scavenger Hunt
June 9 Div 16 to Comox Lake
June 10 Wacky Wheelie Wednesday
June 10 Div. 7 Bike Ride
June 9-12 Gr. 7 Strathcona Trip
June 11 Primary (Gr. K-3) Beach Day – Air Force Beach
June 12 Div 15 to Museum & Trent River
June 15 Intermediate (Gr. 4-7) Beach Day – Air Force Beach
June 16 Div 15 to Cumberland Lake Water Keepers
June 17 Wacky Wheelie Wednesday (last one)
June 18 Moving Up Ceremonies: Gr. 5 @ 4:00 PM and Gr. 7 @ 5:30 PM
June 19 Indigenous Peoples’ Day School Activities (actual day is June 21)
June 22 Talent Show
June 25 Last Day For Students (12:00 dismissal)
June 25 Reports Home
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