UPCOMING EVENTS:
June 2026
September 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 – June 8-12, 2026
Hello, Bonjour, Gila’kasla
Thank you to our students, staff, and families for their support during this week’s earthquake drill and student release exercise. We learned a great deal about our emergency procedures, including what is working well and areas where we can continue to improve. These opportunities help us strengthen our preparedness and ensure the safety of our school community.
From the library learning commons/library: June 8–12 is the last week of book exchanges. Please have students return all books by June 19 or sooner so we can inventory and prepare for next year.
Concert In The Courtyard: Our Concert in the Courtyard has been rescheduled to Tuesday, June 16 from 6:00–7:00 PM. A separate email detailing Division time slots will be sent seperately next week.
Thank you for your flexibility and understanding as we adjusted the date. Our students have been working very hard and are excited to perform for our school community. We look forward to coming together for an evening of music, celebration, and connection.
We hope to see you there!
Grade 7 Parent Message From Amanda Wager:
Exciting news – we are putting together a slideshow for the graduation party and we would love photos of your Grade 7 Graduate!
Please send the following photos by Monday, June 8th, to wageramanda@gmail.com:
- A baby/childhood photo
- A recent photo of your child
I will be putting the slideshow together to share with the graduate class at the Airforce Beach Graduation Party on Saturday, June 20th, so we want to make sure we have everything in on time.
Thank you so much – this is going to be a wonderful keepsake for the kids.
School Planning: If you know your student will be leaving Puntledge for the 2026-2027 school year please let the office know sooner rather than later. Puntledge@sd71.bc.ca We are looking at a very busy complex school again and the more time we have to plan the better.
School Board Office Hours – Summer
Please be advised that the School Board Office will be closed to the public from July 13 through August 14. During this period, access to the office will be by appointment only.
This Week:
Mon June 8
- BusReady BC Transit Presentation (parking lot closed)
- K Scavenger Hunt (after school) – for incoming K students
- Mark R. Isfeld Secondary Gr. 7 Orientation Evening 7:00-8:00 PM (parents & students)
Tue June 9
- Gr. 7 Strathcona Trip Departure
- Div 16 to Comox Lake
- Div 13/14 Campbell River Museum
- Div 18 Community Bike Ride
Wed June 10
- Wacky Wheelie Wednesday
Thu June 11
- Primary (Gr. K-3) Beach Day – Air Force Beach
- International Day of Play
- Div 18 Community Bike Ride
- NO Gr 6/7 Ultimate Practice
Fri June 12
- Div 15 to Museum & Trent River
- Gr. 7 Return From Strathcona
- Fun Food Friday
Upcoming:
June 15 Intermediate (Gr. 4-7) Beach Day – Air Force Beach
June 15 Div 4/5 Deep Bay Trip
June 15 Gr 7/6 Ultimate Jamboree @ Robb Road
June 16-18 – Outdoor Pool Bookings (10:00-1:00 each day)
June 16 Div 15 to Cumberland Lake Water Keepers
June 16 Div 8 @ Cumberland Museum
June 16 Concert in the Courtyard (6:00-7:00 PM)…rescheduled
June 17 Wacky Wheelie Wednesday (last one)
June 17 Div 1 Courtenay Water Park
June 17 Div 7 Bike Ride
June 18 K Grad Ceremony @ 1:45 (Outdoor Classroom) – Suzi
June 18 Moving Up Ceremonies: Gr. 5 @ 4:00 PM and Gr. 7 @ 5:30 PM
June 19 Gr 5s to Lake Trail (transition activities)
June 19 Div 21/23 @ Standard Park
June 19 Div 3 MARS Trip
June 19 Indigenous Peoples’ Day School Activities (actual day is June 21)
June 19 Fun Food Friday (last One)
June 20 Gr 7 Leavers PAC BBQ @ Airforce Beach
June 22 Talent Show
June 23 Last Breakfast Club – Last One
June 23 Div 17 @ Woodcote Park
June 23 Div 11 Author’s Party (1:00-2:00 PM) – Library
June 24 Last Hot Lunch
June 25 Whole School Assembly – with year end slideshow (time TBD)
June 25 Last Day For Students (11:45 dismissal) – no hot lunch
June 25 Reports Home
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