UPCOMING EVENTS:
January 2025
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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”.
Late French Immersion:
Registration for Late French Immersion
Starting in January the school district will be opening up registration for the Late French Immersion program for students eligible to start Grade 6 in September 2025.
January 23th – Late French Immersion Open House at Ecole Puntledge Park at 6:00pm
January 28th – Expression of Interest online application opens at 6:00 pm
Information about the program can be found on the SD71 website https://www.comoxvalleyschools.ca/late-french-immersion-form/
If you are interested in the Gr 6 Late French Immersion program complete the expression of interest form for your program of choice on the SD71 registration page on January 28th at 6 pm. https://www.comoxvalleyschools.ca/expression-of-interest-form/
Wait for the school to contact you to confirm your spot before your next steps of registration. Placements into choice programs are on a first come, first served basis in the order received. Siblings of current students in French Immersion programs will have priority, if they are registered before Thursday January 30th at 10:00 PM, 2025.
General Information:
January 27 – January 31, 2025
We are noticing an increase in stopping/parking on Willemar in front of the parking lot. The section on Willemar is a no-stop zone as parked cars limit both space and visibility for those leaving the parking lot. We will begin to place cones along that section of the road in February.
Again, we ask that if possible, find a spot off site for your students to meet you or try to stagger pick up as we have supervision at the front of the school until 2:45.
HOT LUNCH: https://munchalunch.com/schools/puntledgepark/
Feb 7 Old Farm Market soup w/ bun (Ordering Closed)
Feb 21 Old Farm Market Mac n Cheese or Fried Chicken
All will close for ordering the 8 days prior (Thursday evening)
FUN FOOD FRIDAY IS BACK!
Our grade 7s are starting to raise money for their trip to Strathcona and are taking the lead on Fun Food Friday. January 31st we will once again be out front selling treats. Might not be popsicles but it will be fun. Prices will vary from $1 to $2 depending on what’s on offer.
LITERACY WEEK
Check out Mme. Meghan and Mme Marks’ invitation to come to family literacy night January 28th. Family Literacy Event Registration Link
We will be wrapping up literacy week with a dress like your favourite literary character on Friday January 31st.
PAC BOTTLE DRIVE: What to do?
- Put up or hand out posters around your neighborhood prior to the drive (pick up posters from the PAC board next to the office)
- Collect bottles and cans prior to/on Saturday March 8, 2025
- Bring bottles to the Courtenay Return it Depot (Volunteers will be receiving donations from 1pm- 3pm on March 8, 2025)
- Can’t make it that day? Simply bring donations any time and use our phone number 250-334-4495 on the self-printing machine (Limit of 6 bags per drop-off).
Questions? Contact your PAC at puntledgepacvolunteers@gmail.com
Community Information:
Siblings Day at the LINC
Wednesday, January 29
Festivities begin at 5:00 p.m.
Free donations graciously accepted
Join us for a carnival-inspired games day hosted by the LINC Centre’s Youth
Council. Bring a sibling or playing partner and drop-in to the LINC for free!
Email questions to Justin at jlee@courtenay.ca
District Information:
Registration for Late French Immersion
January 28th – Expression of Interest online application opens at 6:00 pm
If you are interested in the Gr 6 Late French Immersion program complete the expression of interest form for your program of choice on the SD71 registration page on January 28th at 6 pm. https://www.comoxvalleyschools.ca/expression-of-interest-form/
Important School Emergency Information – Updated
Comox Valley Schools has updated its information about emergency procedures and protocols. We encourage all families to review the updated information to help be prepared for potential school emergencies. For details, visit Comox Valley Schools – Emergency Information. Thank you for your attention to this important matter.
Registration for ENTER and ENTER 2 will open on Feb. 1st and close on Feb. 28th. There will also be an open house for ENTER at Aspen Park where families can attend to find out more info on the program, see the classroom space and ask any questions they might have on Wednesday, Feb. 5th at 6 pm at Aspen Park.
What is ENTER? The eCademy of New Technology, Engineering and Robotics (ENTER) is a fast-paced, hands-on learning environment with a focus on how things work. You can learn more here: https://www.comoxvalleyschools.ca/enter-programs/
If you have questions contact:
ENTER program Dwayne Mills Dwayne.Mills@sd71.bc.ca
ENTER2 program Laura Roberts Laura.Roberts@sd71.bc.ca
Exciting New Primary Learning Community coming to Airport Elementary School
https://www.comoxvalleyschools.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Airport-Elementary-Primary-Learning-Community.pdf Information Session & Enrollment Details: Families interested in this exciting new program are encouraged to join the Information Zoom Session on Wednesday, January 29, from 7:00–8:00 p.m. To attend, please register using this link. The Zoom link will be emailed the day before the session.
Upcoming Dates of Note (New or Updated Items added in Bold)
January
Jan. 28 Late Immersion Registration
Jan. 31 English Cross Country Skiing
February
Feb. 7 HOT LUNCH Old Farm Market
Feb. 14 HOT LUNCH Old Farm Market Mac and Cheese…
Feb. 17 Family Day NO SCHOOL
Feb. 18 Pro-D Day No SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS
Feb. 19-21 Carnaval
Feb. 19 Movie Night/Pac Meeting
Feb. 21 Carnival Dance 6-8 (Save the Date, details to come)
Feb. 19 PAC Meeting
March
Mar. 14 2nd term conlcudes
March 15 Spring Break
March 31 First Day Back after Spring Break
Warm Regards,
Noah Burdett
Principal, Ecole Puntledge Park Elementary
Kindergarten Registration
Kindergarten Registration
For information regarding Kindergarten registration please go the Comox Valley District Web Site:
