May 2, 2025
Principal’s Message – May 2
Dear École Herbert Spencer Community,
We hope you are enjoying the magnificent sunshine we have been gifted lately! Heading into May and June please pay close attention to the calendar dates as there are lots of fun activities, field trips and school wide events to look forward to as we close out the 2024/25 school year. Individual classroom field trip dates are provided directly from classroom teachers so please reach out to your child’s teacher should you have any questions. Have a wonderful weekend everyone!
A Message from your PAC
Elections for the PAC Executive will take place at the Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, June 4th at 6:30 PM in the Herbert Spencer School Library.
Please see the linked Call for Nominations here.
2024/25 Herbert Spencer Yearbook!
The 2024-25 Herbert Spencer Yearbook is complete and now available for pre-ordering! Yearbooks will be delivered directly to your child’s classroom in Late June. Should you need financial support in purchasing a Yearbook please contact Mr Manville directly at pmanville@sd40.bc.ca
Questions? Please direct them to the PAC Yearbook Committee at yearbook.herbertspencer@gmail.com
Book Exchange! May 5 – 9th
Begins on Monday, May 5th. Students bring in gently used books they are then able to exchange for others they are interested in! Book collection will be in the Library from May 5th to Thursday May 8th and the BIG EXCHANGE will take place on Friday, May 9th. Our environment club will continue to advertise the exchange over the coming days leading up to the big week! Clean out those closets and bookshelves and lets share the joy of reading while helping our environment!
Grade 5 Grad Social! – Tuesday, May 13th
We’re excited to announce that your PAC is hosting a special Grade 5 Grad Social to celebrate our amazing students as they get ready to head into middle school!
Join us on Tuesday, May 13th from 6:00–8:00 PM at Herbert Spencer School for an unforgettable evening of fun and memories.
Parent’s Night Out: – May 31st at the Royal City Curling Club – Tickets NOW AVAILABLE on MUNCH-A-LUNCH
PAC Parent’s Night Out is scheduled for May 31st in the lounge upstairs at the Royal City Curling Club. The theme is 80’s night!
Important Upcoming Dates:
- May 5 – 9 Book Exchange
- May 7 Glenbrook Middle School Open House (Families Entering Grade 6) @ 6:00 PM – More Info Here
- May 9 McDonalds and Sushi Fun Lunch
Community Happenings!
Douglas College Summer Camps Registration Opens Friday, April 25th at 12:00 PM – More Information Here!
Calendar Dates:
- May 7 Glenbrook Middle School Open House (Families Entering Grade 6) @ 6:00 PM
- May 9 McDonalds and Sushi Fun Lunch
- May 13 Grade 5 Grad Social 6:00 to 8:00 PM
- May 16 Professional Development Day
- May 19 Victoria Day – School is Closed
- May 23 Learn 2 Ride Grade 4
- May 23 Papa John’s Pizza Fun Lunch
- May 26 Learn 2 Ride Grade 4
- May 27/28 School Wide Field Trip
- May 29 Grade 5 Track Meet – Mercer Stadium
- May 31 Parents Night Out – Royal City Curling Club
- Jun 4 PAC Annual General Meeting – Executive Elections
- Jun 5 Grade 5 Students Visit Glenbrook
- Jun 6 McDonalds and Sushi Fun Lunch
- Jun 10 Grade 5 Trip to Otter Co-op
- Jun 13 Grade 5 Graduation
- Jun 19 Sports Day! (QPA)
- Jun 19 Hot Dog Fun Lunch Day
- Jun 26 Last day for students – Dismissal at 2pmJun 27 Admin Day
Useful Links:
École Herbert Spencer Website
École Herbert Spencer 2024-25 Calendar
Fun Lunch Ordering Information
School Cash Online Information
Family Portal Instructions for Parents
Key Registration Dates for 2025-26 School Year
My Ed BC Parent Portal instructions