October 6, 2024
Principal’s Message – October 6th
Dear Herbert Spencer School Community!
Get ready! October is a very busy month with lots of opportunities, activities and special events. Please see the following Reminders, Updates and Important Information.
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
Foundation Skills Assessments – Grade 4 Students
Grade 4 students across British Columbia will begin Foundation Skills Assessments this week. The FSA’s are written and online assessments in the foundational skills of Literacy and Numeracy. Please see more information on the Ministry of Education website here, and contact Ms Simran Hare (share@sd40.bc.ca) or your child’s teacher should you have questions or concerns.
Grade 5 Graduation Hoodies
Grade 5 graduation hoodies are available to order. Please see the linked information for ordering, sizing and financial assistance.
Calendar Events
School Family Meeting (Forest Theme) – Wednesday, October 9th @ 1:30 PM
The first of our School Family Meetings bringing the whole school together across grade groups for activities related to this year’s Forest theme. Students are asked to wear their Family colours on every Family Meeting Day. Your child’s teacher will send further information and answer any questions you may have.
Individual Picture Day – Thursday, October 10th
Individual Photo Day is this Thursday, October 10th. Typically we start with our younger classes in the morning and move to our older classes towards Lunch. Ordering information will be provided to your child/classroom teacher. Please see the following information on how to prepare for Photo Day.
Thanksgiving Day – Monday, October 14th – School is Closed
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 classrooms hallway, where grade 4/5 students are able to create and sell their own crafts! An important information meeting will be held by the PAC on Wednesday, October 16th at 12:15 PM in the school Gym.
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 and Thursday, October 24th in the library. A great opportunity before or after your Parent/Teacher conferences to pick up some books and help support our 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 9 Forest Theme Meeting @1:30PM
Oct 10 Individual Picture Day
Oct 14 Thanksgiving – School Closed
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
Oct 24 Parent/Teacher Conferences – Dismissal at 12:05PM
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 (TBD)
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