UPCOMING EVENTS:
May 2025
June 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”.
General Information:
The Weekly May 5 – May 9 2025
Buy a gift for you and for Mom at the Puntledge Park Young Entrepreneur’s Fair – Mother’s Day edition! May 6th in the gym. Come support our hardworking young entrepreneurs as they take on the world of production, marketing and sales. All gifts are under $10 but many are priced as low as a dollar! All classes will get to sign up for a time to shop at the fair and it’s okay to send your child to school with a little money on that day if you wish.
Parents and family members can stop by too!
Art Cards: We are hoping to raise money for a shelter in the garden. Protection from the sun and heat, and also the rain, would help to make this outdoor learning space more enjoyable year round. Students worked hard on creating amazing art and the sample ArtCards should have arrived home this week. All ordering information and each child’s individual code is in the sample card. If you did not receive the sample card, please contact Mme Aimee at aimee.pollard@sd71.bc.ca or child’s classroom teacher. Order deadline is Wednesday, May 7.
Thank you so much for your support!
Grade 4-7 Track and Field FRIDAY MAY 9: Once again we will have all grade 4-7s participating at the Track and Field jamboree. We look forward to a great day (MAY 9th) at the Vanier Track. Permission forms are required to participate unfortunately verbal permission is not enough. (No lunch available for grades 4-7 that day)
Class Photos May 7th
High School Musical Tickets are on sale on Munch a Lunch. Please take a close look to ensure you have the right cast. All afternoon shows are free. We will have tickets available at the door as well as a concession run by our grade 7s.
FOUND: A canopy , basket and flag for a RAD bike were found down town by a member of the school community. If you are missing these parts please email: Puntledge@sd71.bc.ca
If you know your student will be leaving Puntledge for the 2025-2026 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.
Basketball Camps: Check out this opportunity for grade 3-7 Co-Ed basketball camps. June 22-26 at Isfeld during the evening. COMOX-VALLEY-BASKETBALL-CAMP.pdf
April 16 PAC Meeting Minutes: April 16th PAC Minutes
The Comox Valley Chapter of Canadian Parents for French is launching a Colibri fundraiser! Colibri makes high-quality, eco-friendly reusable bags—perfect for lunches, snacks, and everyday use.
Order Dates: April 29 – May 12
Delivery: Approximately two weeks after the fundraiser ends
More Info: See the attached flyer
How to order:
- Visit www.colibrifundraising.com
- Select your school name at checkout
- Complete all fields to ensure proper delivery
Proceeds directly support student enrichment activities and programs in the Comox Valley. Thank you for your support!
From the School District:
Ministry Update – New Resource for Families Going Through Separation
The Health and Justice Alliance has created a new, free resource to support family well-being during parental separation. This toolkit contains six key messages, images, social media posts and newsletter text that are linked to practical actions and tangible resources on an updated, interactive website to help parents and children navigate this stressful time and foster resilience.
The six messages address:
- Dealing with Change
- Moving Forward Financially
- Managing Conflict
- Caring for Yourself
- Strengthening Relationships
- Empowering Your Children
For more information, please visit the FamiliesChange.ca website.
The Ministry of Education and Child Care, in partnership with Dr. Hayley Watson, Adolescent Clinical Psychologist and Founder of Open Parachute is hosting three free webinars focused on helping families create a personalized step-by-step plan for implementing substance use prevention skills at home. Dr. Watson will focus on specific steps that families can take to ensure that they are supported as they teach substance use prevention skills to their child/youth. .Creating a Substance Use Prevention Plan.pdf
Key Takeaways for Families:
- Learn the skills that will help prevent your child and youth from using substances
- Navigate the challenges that arise while teaching these skills to your child and youth
- Create a step-by-step plan for implementing substance use prevention strategies
- Increase your ability to effectively support yourself and your child/youth at the same time
Time: 6:00-7:30pm PST (includes Q&A!)
Please register in advance by selecting the session that you would like to attend:
Next week is National Child & Youth Mental Health Day on May 7th and FamilySmart has some great resources and events available to parents, caregivers, teachers, or community members to get involved.
To join our free online events, download conversation guides for your classroom or home and explore other ways to participate, visit Our National Child & Youth Mental Health Day website – may7icare.ca
Free Virtual Events next week:
Topic: Finding and Creating Connection with Kids Tues, May 6: 6:30-7:30pm
Topic: Supporting Kids with Substance Misuse: A Conversation with Together We Can
Wed, May 7: 6:30-7:30pm
Topic: Substance Use and The Power of Support: A Conversation with Guy Felicella Thurs, May 8: 6:30-7:30pm
FamilySmart also have a free in-person event coming up at the end of May for caregivers in the Comox Valley:
Topic: ADHD: The Real Deal
There are many myths about ADHD and it can be hard to understand how to support our kids who have ADHD. Join us as we listen to Dr. Don Duncan, Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist, dispel the myths, learn how and why the ADHD brain works the way it does, and talk about medications for ADHD. This video presentation will be followed by a facilitated discussion by Carolyn McCarthy and Megan Watson, Family Peer Support Workers in the Comox Valley.
Note: This is a repeat topic for the Comox Valley – showing the same video from our event in November. We welcome you to join us whether you’ve joined us before for this topic or if it’s your first time.
When: Wednesday, May 28 from 6:30-8:00pm
Where: Mark Isfeld Secondary (Multipurpose room)
Cost: Free
Register: For more information and to register, click here. Even if you are not sure if you can make it, we encourage you to register as you will receive access to resources following the event via email.
*While the event is held at the secondary school, this event is for parents of all school aged children and youth who are interested in learning more about ADHD.
Public Works Week Day Event and Colouring Contest
Public Works Week (PWW) is recognized across North America to celebrate the essential role that public works plays in the daily lives of our communities. This year, PWW is taking place from May 18 to May 24, 2025. The theme of this year’s events is People, Purpose, Presence—the three cornerstone ideals that motivate public service professionals to serve their communities every day.
To celebrate and raise awareness of the important work carried out by the City of Courtenay’s Operational Services Department, the Department is organizing a series of community engagement activities, culminating in a public Open House. Operational Services is pleased to welcome the participation of the City of Courtenay Fire Department, further highlighting the collaborative efforts across City departments that contribute to public safety and well-being.
Public Open House
- Date: Saturday, May 24, 2025 — 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
- Location: Operational Services Center (1000 Piercy Ave. , Courtenay)
- Planned Activities:
- eavy equipment displays and live demonstrations
- Interactive displays showcasing the work of City Operations
- Facility tours
- Tree and plant giveaways
- Free hot dogs for visitors
- Display of painted snow plow blades
- City of Courtenay Fire Department 1.Display Fire Truck
- Fire Safety House
- Display of painted snow plow blades created by local elementary school students
- Children’s colouring contest entries display
Children’s Colouring Contest OpenHouseColouringPage
A colouring contest will be offered to children. Colouring sheets will be distributed to local schools and the community prior to PWW. Completed entries can be submitted during school visits or at the Open House event, where they will be displayed, and prizes awarded to children of different age group categories.
Supporting Families in the Comox Valley – Meet YANA
With so many new families settling in the Comox Valley, we want to help spread the word about a local charity doing incredible work. YANA (You Are Not Alone) provides travel and accommodation support to families who need to leave the Valley for medical treatment for a child or expectant mother. Please take a moment to visit www.yanacomoxvalley.com to learn more about how they can help – or how you can support them. No one should face medical challenges alone.
Upcoming Events:
Each week (Wacky Wheelie Wednesday and Fun Food Friday)
May
- May 6 Entrepreneur Fair
- May 7 Class Photos
- May 7 WWW
- May 9 Track Jamboree gr. 4-7 at Vanier
- May 12- 16 Gym Closed Highschool Musical (Munch a lunch for details and Tickets)
- May 13 Special Track meet
- May 14 WWW
- May 15 Big House Gr. 4s
- May 19 NO SCHOOL
- May 19 – 30 Gymnastics Equipment
- May 21 WWW
- May 28 Welcome to Late Immersion
June
- June 4 WWW
- June 4 Grade 6 Immunizations
- June 6 Recognition Assembly
- June 10-13 Grade 7 Strathcona
- June 11 WWW
- June 18 PAC Meeting
- June 18 WWW (Last one)
- June 19 Leaving Ceremonies Gr. 5 and Gr. 7
- June 24 PAC Fun Day
- June 26 Last day for Students 8:40-12:00
- June 26 Assembly 9:30-10:30 (recess all 10:30ish-11:15)
Warm Regards,
Noah Burdett
Principal, Ecole Puntledge Park Elementary
Kindergarten Registration
Kindergarten Registration
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