October 15, 2024
Principal’s Message – October 15th
Dear Herbert Spencer School Community!
I hope everyone had a wonderful long weekend with family and friends. We head into another busy time as we close out the last two weeks of October!
If you have any questions, comments or concerns please feel free to reach out to me directly at pmanville@sd40.bc.ca
Thank you!
P. Manville
Important Information
Medical Emergency and Upcoming Drills
Recently we had a medical emergency at the school. A child fell from one of our play structures and injured their arm. In the event of emergencies at the school I will always strive to communicate swiftly with the community to avoid confusion and help prepare parents for home conversations with their children. Emergency services and affected families will always be called immediately if their child(ren) are involved, and well before any communication takes place with the broader community.
We will be conducting three Emergency Drills this week as a school. A Fire Drill on October 15th, an Earthquake Drill on October 16th and a Lockdown Drill on October 16th.
Scholastic Book Fair
Our annual Scholastic Book Fair is back! We will hold the fundraising book sale in our Library on both our Early Dismissal Days – Wednesday, October 23rd from 12PM – 7PM and Thursday, October 24th from 12PM – 5PM. Please take some time to visit the sale and support all the amazing things Ms Thomas’ does for our students in the Library!
Individual Student Pictures
On Thursday, October 10th all students had individual photos taken. These will be available for order from our provider – Mountain West Studios – by the end of this week. Once pictures have been uploaded and available in their system you will receive an email from the school. Your child brought home a QR code and ordering instructions on a laminated card on the day of Picture Day. Please refer to this card for ordering and contact the provider directly should you have any questions.
Calendar Events
Grade 4/5 Students – Candy Cane Lane meeting @ 12:15 PM on Wednesday, October 16th
Our annual Christmas Craft Fair takes place on Saturday, November 23 from 10AM – 3:00 PM. Students in grade 4/5 will again have the opportunity to participate in Candy Cane Lane which is located in our lower classroom hallway, where students are able to create and sell their own crafts! An important information meeting will be held for students only, by the PAC, on Wednesday, October 16th at 12:15 PM in the School Gym.
Subway Fun Lunch! – Friday, October 18th
Please see the following Schedule and Ordering Information to participate in our Fun Lunches.
Halloween Howl! – Tuesday, October 22nd from 6:00 – 8:00PM ~ A Message from your PAC
Hello Herbert Spencer Families! It’s spooky season again, and the Herbert Spencer PAC is excited to once again host a Halloween Howl event on Tuesday, October 22nd from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at the school. This is a free event, but we will be accepting CASH donations for the food bank. Please note that this is NOT a drop-off event, but rather an event that caregivers and students can enjoy together. See the Event Flyer here.
The success of our events, including the Halloween Howl, depends on parent volunteers. The PAC is asking for parent volunteers to assist with supervising activities during the event. We are offering short shifts so that everyone can enjoy the event with their families!
Please lend a hand & sign up here: https://signup.com/go/xpSroCv Thank you so much in advance and we look forward to seeing you there!
Parent Teacher Conferences – October 23rd and 24th, Dismissal at 12:05 PM on both days
On Wednesday, October 23rd and Thursday, October 24th we have early dismissal days to support Parent Teacher Conferences. Teachers will send scheduling information directly to their families. Please save the date.
Scholastic Book Fair – October 23rd and 24th
Our annual Scholastic Book Fair will be held on Wednesday, October 23rd from 12 – 7PM and Thursday, October 24th from 12 – 5PM in the library.
Professional Development Day – Friday, October 25th – School Closed to Students
Pumpkin Run – Halloween Colour Day – Tuesday, October 29th
We will hold our annual Pumpkin Run on Tuesday, October 29th. Classes will run around the school and one lucky student from each class can win a pumpkin! Students and families are encouraged to wear Halloween Colours on this Special Day!
Halloween Day – Thursday, October 31st – Early Dismissal Day @ 12:05 PM
Students attend in the morning and are encouraged to wear their Halloween costumes. Please direct any specific questions to your child’s teacher. The afternoon is our first scheduled Collaboration Day for teachers. Students are dismissed at 12:05 PM.
Useful Links:
Terry Fox Donation
NWPR Grade 5 Active Pass 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
Dates:
Oct 16 Grade 4/5 Candy Cane Lane Meeting @ 12:15PM
Oct 22 Halloween Howl 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Oct 23 Parent/Teacher Conferences – Dismissal at 12:05PM/ Scholastic Book Fair 12 – 7PM Library
Oct 24 Parent/Teacher Conferences – Dismissal at 12:05PM/ Scholastic Book Fair 12 – 5PM Library
Oct 25 Professional Development Day – School Closed to Students
Oct 29 Pumpkin Run – Halloween Colour Day
Oct 31 Elementary Collaboration Day – Early Dismissal at 12:05PM
Nov 1 Picture Retake Day
Nov 8 Remembrance Day Assembly @ 11:00AM
Nov 11 Remembrance Day – School Closed
Nov 12 Professional Development Day – School Closed to Students
Nov 14 Forest Family Theme Meeting @ 1:30 PM
Nov 23 Christmas Craft Fair – 10AM – 3PM
Nov 28 First Light
Dec 2-13 Drumming
Dec 13 First Report Cards Available
Dec 23 – Jan 3 Winter Break – School Closed