UPCOMING EVENTS:
October 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 : 8:30 am
- Start of school day for all students : 8:35am
- End of school day for all students: 2:30 pm
General Information:
The Weekly – Oct 5-9, 2026
Our cross-country run Thursday was a huge success! Many of our students achieved personal bests, with several earning top-25 finishes. We are very proud of all our runners for their effort, perseverance, and positive sportsmanship. A big thank you to the staff, families, and volunteers who helped make the event possible and supported our students along the way. This week we will be hosting our Terry Fox run on Friday morning.
As the mornings become darker, please use extra caution when driving on the roads around the school and in the parking lot. Thank you for helping keep our students, families, and staff safe. Enjoy this weekend and have a great week.
Photo Retake Information: Oct 20. If you would like your child on the retake list please contact Emily Cummings at. Only children on the retake list will be able to have their photo retaken.
Volleyball Game: Highland Secondary is hosting an afternoon of volleyball Oct. 4. At 1:00 pm the Highland senior boys and girls teams will be playing the Isfeld senior boys and girls teams. Then, at 3:00, the Camosun College Chargers men’s volleyball team will face the Vancouver Island University Mariners men’s team in a best of 5 match.
There will be a concession and $5.00 entry fee.
Terry Fox Run: Staff and students at École Puntledge Park are excited to honor the spirit of Terry Fox with the annual Terry Fox Run on Friday, October 9, 2026, starting at 11:20 am. The goal is $2 per student. For every $300 we raise we will draw a name of a student to Pie Mr. Streit! or… as always, there may be a twist…
I am in need of more parents/caregiver volunteers to serve as course marshals. Contact Mr. Streit at christian.streit@sd71.bc.ca
Donate here: Terry Fox Donations 2026 or stop by the office to make a cash donation.
Our Learning Commons: (library) is hosting a Halloween Story Character Pumpkin Challenge. It’s simple:
- choose a character
- decorate a pumpkin like that character
- bring it to display Oct 26 and we will send them home Oct 30
- get entered to win prizes!
See Mme. Spearman with any questions. Check out the attached poster for ideas!
Lost And Found: We have begun October with three racks full of lost clothing. You are encouraged to label clothing with your child’s initials and division number on the tag so we can reunite students with clothing. Ex. Christian Streit Division 10 = CS10
As we have limited space to store lost and found items, any unclaimed belongings will be donated after October 24. Please take a moment to check the lost and found before this date for any items your child may be missing.
PAC News: We are looking for a parent/guardian to represent our PAC at the district level, connecting with representatives from other school PACs across the Comox Valley. This role involves attending a meeting once a month, typically on the first Monday evening of the month, to gather and share information and bring relevant updates back to our PAC. If you are interested in getting involved and helping strengthen communication between our school and the broader PAC community, we would love to hear from you. Below is a link for more information:
https://www.comoxvalleyschools.ca/dpac/
If this sounds like something you would be interested and willing to do you can email jennmcquoid@gmail.com or you can come to our next meeting on Wednesday, Oct 21.
Try Ringette: see poster attachment.
Criminal Record Check Process Update: All parents that want to volunteer within the school and on field trips must have a valid Criminal Record Check on file. Each CRC is good for 5 years. If you do not have one please follow the process below:
CRC
- Online Link: https://justice.gov.bc.ca/criminalrecordcheck
- Access Code: 4HN64GAEQ9
Volunteer Driver: All volunteer parent drivers must present the following information in order to be eligible.
- Drivers Abstract – https://www.icbc.com/driver-licensing/getting-licensed/Pages/Your-driving-record.aspx
- School District Volunteer Driver Form (Click this link)
- Have a valid Criminal Record check on file with the school
- First 2 pages of insurance is required, showing minimum of $1 million liability
- Copy of Driver’s License.
This Week
Oct 5 Fire Safety House (Gr. 3)
Oct 6 Gr. 7 French Immersion Parent Meeting – Horne Lake/Strathcona Trips
Oct 7 Wacky Wheely Wednesday (parking lot closed in AM)
Oct 7 Cross Country Race #2 Gr. 3-7 @ Huband Park El. 3:30 pm start
Oct 9 Terry Fox Run @ 11:20 am
Upcoming
Oct 12 Thanksgiving – No School
Oct 14 Wacky Wheely Wednesday (parking lot closed in AM)
Oct 14 Cross Country Race #3 Gr. 3-7 @ Brooklyn El. 3:30 pm start
Oct 15 Great Earthquake Shake Out (9:50)
Oct 19-23 Consent Week
Oct 20 Photo Retakes
Oct 21 Wacky Wheely Wednesday (parking lot closed in AM)
Oct 21 Cross Country Race #4 Gr. 3-7 @ CV Exhibition Grounds 3:30 pm start
Oct 22 Open House 2:00-2:30 pm
Oct 22 Salmon Day – 10 year anniversary 2:30-4:00 pm
Oct 23 Non-Instructional Day – No school for students
Oct 28 Cross Country Race #5 Gr. 3-7 @ CV Exhibition Grounds 3:30 pm start
Oct 29 PAC Family Halloween Dance 6:30-8:00 pm in school gym
Oct 30 Halloween Parade @ 8:40
Nov 5 Gr. 3 Skating Lessons (AM)
Nov 10 Remembrance Day Assembly (AM)
Nov 11 Remembrance Day – No school
Nov 12 Gr. 3 Skating Lessons (AM)
Nov 19 Parent/Teacher Conferences – No school for students
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