09/19/2026
The Weekly - Sept 21-25
Hello, Bonjour, Gila’kasla, Puntledge Families!
Our kindergarten students successfully completed their first full week of classes, and cross-country practices began during lunchtime. With classrooms bustling, activities underway, and students settling into their routines, the school is once again in full swing!
A reminder there is no school for students on Monday, Sep 21 as it is a non-instructional day. Enjoy a relaxing weekend.
Backpack Buddies:
The backpack buddies program will be available this year. These bags are packed with non-perishables to support families through the weekend. To limit food waste, please contact Elisa (our Youth and Family Support Worker) at [email protected] to sign up your child.
Cross Country:
We are hosting the first meet of the year Thu. Oct. 1. All other races are on Wed. We look forward to welcoming all the other Elementary Cross-Country teams. Races are for Gr. 3-7 students. More information to come.
PAC:
Our first PAC meeting of the year will take place on Wednesday, September 23, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. in the school library. All parents and caregivers are welcome to join us and share ideas about how we can make our school even better for our students. Agenda items will include the PAC budget and upcoming fundraising plans. A movie and childcare will be provided for children.
Terry Fox Run:
Staff and students at École Puntledge Park are excited to honor the spirit of Terry Fox with the annual Terry Fox Run on Friday, October 9, 2026, starting at 1:40 pm. The goal is $2 per student. For every $300 we raise we will draw a name of a student to Pie Mr. Streit! or… as always, there may be a twist…
If any parents/caregivers are available to volunteer as course marshals, please contact Mr. Streit at [email protected]
Donate here: Terry Fox Donations 2026 or stop by the office to make a cash donation.
Safer Schools Together:
As part of Safer Schools Togethers’ on-going work through the Ministry of Education and Childcare’s erase strategy, we are pleased to announce COMPLIMENTARY student and family sessions coming up again this school year.
Student sessions on “Establishing Safe, Caring and Respectful Digital Communities”, as well as “Establishing Respectful Relationships and Consent in Our Communities” are for students in grades 5-12. Please note this is a 60 minute session, with different days and times to accommodate different bell schedules. These are for educators to watch with their classes. All student sessions can be found HERE.
As well, the family sessions are recommended for Parents/Caregivers/Grandparents and youth aged 10 and up. All our sessions can be found HERE – Please note the first session was Tuesday, September 15th.
Student Verification Forms:
Students have received them. Please complete these forms and return them to the office as soon as possible.
School Supplies:
The school has purchased all necessary supplies and families will be asked to pay $35.00 per student as their portion. Payment can be made via e-transfer to: [email protected] (please indicate your child(ren)’s names)
OR by exact cash payment at the office. The cost for your child(ren)’s school supplies has been partially covered by the Student and Affordability Funds.
Criminal Record Check Process Update:
All parents that want to volunteer within the school and on field trips must have a valid Criminal Record Check on file. Each CRC is good for 5 years. If you do not have one please follow the process below:
CRC
Online Link: https://justice.gov.bc.ca/criminalrecordcheck
Access Code: 4HN64GAEQ9
Volunteer Driver:
All volunteer parent drivers must present the following information in order to be eligible.
1) Drivers Abstract - https://www.icbc.com/driver-licensing/getting-licensed/Pages/Your-driving-record.aspx
2) School District Volunteer Driver Form (Click this link)
3) Have a valid Criminal Record check on file with the school
4) First 2 pages of insurance is required, showing minimum of $1 million liability
5) Copy of Driver’s License.
This Week:
Sep 21 - Non-Instructional Day - No school for students
Sep 21-25 - Reconciliation week
Sep. 22-23 - Comox Valley Cycling Coalition Program - Div 5,6,7,16,17,18
Sep 23 - Wacky Wheelie Wednesday (parking lot closed in AM)
Sep 23 - PAC Meeting 6:30-8:00 PM
Sep 25 - Earthquake Drill
Upcoming:
Sep 29 - Orange Shirt Day & Assembly
Sep 30 - Truth & Reconciliation Day - No School
Oct 1 - Cross Country Race #1 Gr. 3-7 @ Puntledge 3:30 pm start
Oct 5 - Fire Safety House (Gr. 3)
Oct 7 - Wacky Wheelie Wednesday (parking lot closed in AM)
Oct 7 - Cross Country Race #2 Gr. 3-7 @ Huband Park El. 3:30 pm start
Oct 9 - Terry Fox Run 1:40 pm
Oct 12 - Thanksgiving – No School
Oct 14 - Wacky Wheelie Wednesday (parking lot closed in AM)
Oct 14 - Cross Country Race #3 Gr. 3-7 @ Brooklyn El. 3:30 pm start
Oct 15 - Great Earthquake Shake Out (9:50)
Oct 20 - Photo Retakes
Oct 21 - Wacky Wheelie Wednesday (parking lot closed in AM)
Oct 21 - Cross Country Race #4 Gr. 3-7 @ CV Exhibition Grounds 3:30 pm start
Oct 22 - Open House/Salmon Day – 10 year anniversary
Oct 23 - Non-Instructional Day - No school for students
Oct 28 - Cross Country Race #5 Gr. 3-7 @ CV Exhibition Grounds 3:30 pm start
Oct 30 - Halloween Parade
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