November 27, 2024
Principal’s Message – November 27th
Dear Herbert Spencer School Community!
Please see the following reminders and important information.
First Light!
A reminder First Light is set for tomorrow evening from 6:30 – 7:30 PM! Please join us for some festive cheer and the annual lighting of our tree. Families will have the opportunity for pictures in front of our hearth in the foyer and enjoy some refreshments and singing from our school choir!
Traffic Safety
A petition to improve traffic safety at the intersection of Second Street and Sixth Avenue has been created by concerned parents, families and residents of our community. The intersection has been the site of frequent serious accidents and parents are concerned for the safety of their children as they walk to and from school. The School appreciates and supports the efforts of our community and invite you to join the cause by signing the petition here.
Network Outage
Our recent Network Outage has impacted our ability to input and prepare report cards. We are hopeful to be back up and running soon and will inform the community if Reporting Dates need to be adjusted.
5 Days of Giving – December 9th to 13th
Amy Bothwell (Grade 4 teacher) and Kim Thomas (Librarian) have initiated the 5 Days of Giving event to help support the New Westminster Purpose Society and help make many in our community’s holiday season a little brighter.
The event runs from December 9th to 12th with each day supporting a different need for families.
Please see more information here. and watch for the daily messages for each day of the Event.
Important Upcoming Calendar Dates
Key Registration Dates for 2025-26 School Year
Nov 28 First Light
Nov 29 Papa John’s Pizza Fun Lunch
Community Happenings
New Westminster Schools Math Festival K- 5
Useful Links:
Fun Lunch Ordering Information
École Herbert Spencer Website
École Herbert Spencer 2024-25 Calendar
School Cash Online Information
Family Portal Instructions for Parents
My Ed BC Parent Portal instructions
Calendar Dates:
Nov 28 First Light
Nov 29 Papa John’s Pizza Fun Lunch
Dec 2-13 Drumming
Dec 13 Hyack Football in PE Classes
Dec 13 Hot Dog Fun Lunch
Dec 13 First Report Cards Available
Dec 16 Forest Family Fun @ 1:30 PM (Wear your FAMILY COLOURS)
Dec 20 Holiday Treat Day from PAC!
Dec 23 – Jan 3 Winter Break – School Closed