Ecole Puntledge Park Elementary Parents and PAC

A message from our amazing Food Services worker:

Dear Puntledge Families,

As we wrap up the 2025–2026 school year, I wanted to share a summary of what the lunch program accomplished together.

The attached infographic tells the story well — but the number I keep coming back to is 11,843 meals provided at no cost to families. That's made possible by those of you who contribute what you can, and by the Feeding Futures program that supports schools across the Comox Valley.

Thank you for trusting me to feed your kids every day this year. It has been a genuine privilege.

Wishing you all a wonderful summer.

Ivan Cote
Food Services
École Puntledge Park Elementary

The Weekly: June 8-12

Hello, Bonjour, Gila’kasla

Thank you to our students, staff, and families for their support during this week's earthquake drill and student release exercise. We learned a great deal about our emergency procedures, including what is working well and areas where we can continue to improve. These opportunities help us strengthen our preparedness and ensure the safety of our school community.

From the library learning commons/library:
June 8–12 is the last week of book exchanges. Please have students return all books by June 19 or sooner so we can inventory and prepare for next year.

Concert In The Courtyard:
Our Concert in the Courtyard has been rescheduled to Tuesday, June 16 from 6:00–7:00 PM. A separate email detailing Division time slots will be sent seperately next week.

Thank you for your flexibility and understanding as we adjusted the date. Our students have been working very hard and are excited to perform for our school community. We look forward to coming together for an evening of music, celebration, and connection.

We hope to see you there!

Grade 7 Parent Message From Amanda Wager:
Exciting news – we are putting together a slideshow for the graduation party and we would love photos of your Grade 7 Graduate!

Please send the following photos by Monday, June 8th, to [email protected]:

• A baby/childhood photo
• A recent photo of your child

I will be putting the slideshow together to share with the graduate class at the Airforce Beach Graduation Party on Saturday, June 20th, so we want to make sure we have everything in on time. Thank you so much – this is going to be a wonderful keepsake for the kids.

School Planning:
If you know your student will be leaving Puntledge for the 2026-2027 school year please let the office know sooner rather than later. [email protected] We are looking at a very busy complex school again and the more time we have to plan the better.

School Board Office Hours - Summer
Please be advised that the School Board Office will be closed to the public from July 13 through August 14. During this period, access to the office will be by appointment only.

This Week:
Mon June 8
·BusReady BC Transit Presentation (parking lot closed)
·K Scavenger Hunt (after school) – for new incoming K students only (students starting in Sep 2026)
·Mark R. Isfeld Secondary Gr. 7 Orientation Evening 7:00-8:00 PM (parents & students)

Tue June 9
-Gr. 7 Strathcona Trip Departure
-Div 16 to Comox Lake
-Div 13/14 Campbell River Museum
-Div 18 Community Bike Ride

Wed June 10
-Wacky Wheelie Wednesday

Thu June 11
-Primary (Gr. K-3) Beach Day – Air Force Beach
-International Day of Play
-Div 18 Community Bike Ride
-NO Gr 6/7 Ultimate Practice

Fri June 12
-Div 15 to Museum & Trent River
-Gr. 7 Return From Strathcona
-Fun Food Friday

Upcoming:
June 15 Intermediate (Gr. 4-7) Beach Day – Air Force Beach
June 15 Div 4/5 Deep Bay Trip
June 15 Gr 7/6 Ultimate Jamboree @ Robb Road

June 16-18 – Outdoor Pool Bookings (10:00-1:00 each day)
June 16 Div 15 to Cumberland Lake Water Keepers
June 16 Div 8 @ Cumberland Museum
June 16 Concert in the Courtyard (6:00-7:00 PM)…rescheduled

June 17 Wacky Wheelie Wednesday (last one)
June 17 Div 1 Courtenay Water Park

June 18 Moving Up Ceremonies: Gr. 5 @ 4:00 PM and Gr. 7 @ 5:30 PM

June 19 Gr 5s to Lake Trail (transition activities)
June 19 Div 21/23 @ Standard Park
June 19 Div 3 MARS Trip
June 19 Indigenous Peoples’ Day School Activities (actual day is June 21)
June 19 Fun Food Friday (last One)

June 20 Gr 7 Leavers PAC BBQ @ Airforce Beach

June 22 Talent Show

June 23 Last Breakfast Club - Last One
June 23 Div 17 @ Woodcote Park
June 23 Div 11 Author’s Party (1:00-2:00 PM) – Library

June 24 Last Hot Lunch

June 25 Whole School Assembly – with year end slideshow (time TBD)
June 25 Last Day For Students (11:45 dismissal) – no hot lunch
June 25 Reports Home

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YOUTH VOLLEYBALL CLINIC!

Highland Senior Boys Volleyball program is PROUD to announce a YOUTH VOLLEYBALL CLINIC for students grades 5-7. This is not only an opportunity for these young student-athletes to give back to the youth in our community, but also a way to fund-raise for the season.

There will be three 75 minutes sessions held at Highland School from 3:30-4:45.

Organized and planned by Brian Stevens (Teacher at Highland School, 30+ years of coaching experience including Team BC, College, High School, and Club), each athlete will be on their own court with similar age and skilled athletes.

There will be a grade 11/12 senior boy volleyball player on each court leading athletes through:
- Skill development: passing, setting, serving, defense and of course HITTING!
- Fun competitions
- Game play with small and big sided games
- TONS of touches on the ball
- MASSIVE amounts of FUN!!!!!

Dates and times:
Monday, June 15th - 3:30-4:45
Wednesday, June 17th – 3:30-4:45
Monday, June 22nd – 3:00-4:15

Cost: $15 per session
*You can register for 1,2, or all 3 sessions.

Payment information:
Please e-transfer Highland School at [email protected]
***Please put in the NOTES: Highland Senior Boys Volleyball Clinic and Name of Registrant

Thank-you VERY much for your support of the Highland Senior Boys Volleyball team and youth sports!

Sincerely,
Brian Stevens
[email protected]

The Weekly: June 1 - 5, 2026

Hello, Bonjour, Gila’kasla

Cancellation week is thankfully behind us! Let’s hope this coming week is a little calmer, a little smoother, and full of great moments for our students and staff. Enjoy the last weekend of May.

ArtCards Volunteers Needed: Message from Mme Aimee
The ArtCards have arrived, and I need help organizing them and getting the orders to the classrooms.

If you can spare some time on Friday, June 5 starting at 8:30, please come help. We will be meeting in room 4 and (depending on number of helpers) it should take a couple of hours. Thank you in advance for your help!

Concert In The Courtyard:
Our Concert in the Courtyard has been rescheduled to Tuesday, June 16 from 6:00–7:00 PM.

Thank you for your flexibility and understanding as we adjusted the date. Our students have been working very hard and are excited to perform for our school community. We look forward to coming together for an evening of music, celebration, and connection.

We hope to see you there!

Grade 7 Parent Message From Amanda Wager:
Exciting news – we are putting together a slideshow for the graduation party and we would love photos of your Grade 7 Graduate!

Please send the following photos by Monday, June 8th, to [email protected]:
• A baby/childhood photo
• A recent photo of your child

I will be putting the slideshow together to share with the graduate class at the Airforce Beach Graduation Party on Saturday, June 20th, so we want to make sure we have everything in on time.

Thank you so much – this is going to be a wonderful keepsake for the kids.

Volleyball Clinic:
Highland Senior Boys Volleyball team is running a three-session youth volleyball clinic June 15, 17 and 22 for students in grades 5-7. Registration details attached.



School Planning:
If you know your student will be leaving Puntledge for the 2026-2027 school year please let the office know sooner rather than later. [email protected] We are looking at a very busy complex school again and the more time we have to plan the better.

School Board Office Hours - Summer
Please be advised that the School Board Office will be closed to the public from July 13 through August 14. During this period, access to the office will be by appointment only.

School District Notice:
Comox Valley RCMP is reminding families that gas-powered dirt bikes and high-powered e-dirt bikes are not street legal and are not permitted on school grounds or for travel to and from school.

Schools across the Comox Valley have seen an increase in students riding these vehicles in unsafe ways near schools, neighbourhoods, roads and pathways. In some cases, students may not realize that e-dirt bikes are treated similarly to gas-powered dirt bikes under the BC Motor Vehicle Act and are subject to significant fines, vehicle impoundment and other penalties.

Comox Valley Schools is asking parents and caregivers to please ensure children are not riding dirt bikes or e-dirt bikes to school or on school property. These vehicles create serious safety concerns for riders, pedestrians, cyclists and other students.

We appreciate families working with us and local RCMP to help keep school communities safe for everyone.

This Week:

Mon June 1:
-Pride Week @ Puntledge
-Earthquake Emergency evacuation with parent pick up (1:45 PM)
-Div 11 Vanier Visit (Super Science Lab & Art Dept)

Tue June 2:
-ProfAqua Science “Magic or Science” Presentation in the gym 9:00-10:00 AM (English/French) – whole school invited
-Gr 7/6 Ultimate Game @ Robb Road

Wed June 3:
-Wacky Wheelie Wednesday
-Div 7 Bike Ride
-Div 1 Parksville Trip
-Gr 7/6 Ultimate Game @ Arden Elementary
-Allies Club Popsicle Sale (after school)
-Isfeld June Music Concert

Thu June 4:
-Dress Like The Rainbow Day
-Div 8 Courtenay Fish & Game Trip
-Gr. 7 Tour/Transition Visit @ Isfeld
-Gr 7/6 Ultimate Practice

Fri June 5:
-Div 3 Miracle Beach
-Div 15 to Deep Bay
-Allies Club @ The Link
-Fun Food Friday Fun Food Friday


Upcoming:
June 8 - BusReady BC Transit Presentation (parking lot closed)
June 8 - K Scavenger Hunt (after school)
June 8 - Mark R. Isfeld Secondary Gr. 7 Orientation Evening (parents & students)

June 9-12 - Gr. 7 Strathcona Trip
June 9 - Div 16 to Comox Lake
June 9 - Div 13/14 Campbell River Museum
June 9 - Div 18 Community Bike Ride

June 10 - Wacky Wheelie Wednesday
June 10 - Div. 7 Bike Ride
June 11 - Primary (Gr. K-3) Beach Day – Air Force Beach
June 11 - International Day of Play
June 11 - Div 18 Community Bike Ride

June 12 - Div 15 to Museum & Trent River
June 12 - Fun Food Friday

June 15 - Intermediate (Gr. 4-7) Beach Day – Air Force Beach
June 15 - Div 4/5 Deep Bay Trip
June 15 - Gr 7/6 Ultimate Jamboree @ Robb Road

June 16-18 – Outdoor Pool Bookings (10:00-1:00 each day)
June 16 - Div 15 to Cumberland Lake Water Keepers
June 16 - Div 8 @ Cumberland Museum
June 16 - Concert in the Courtyard (6:00-7:00 PM)…rescheduled

June 17 - Wacky Wheelie Wednesday (last one)
June 17 - Div 1 Courtenay Water Park
June 17 - Div 7 Bike Ride

June 18 - K Grad Ceremony @ 1:45 (Outdoor Classroom) - Suzi
June 18 - Moving Up Ceremonies: Gr. 5 @ 4:00 PM and Gr. 7 @ 5:30 PM

June 19 - Gr 5s to Lake Trail (transition activities)
June 19 - Div 21/23 @ Standard Park
June 19 - Div 3 MARS Trip
June 19 - Indigenous Peoples’ Day School Activities (actual day is June 21)
June 19 - Fun Food Friday (last One)

June 20 - Gr 7 Leavers PAC BBQ @ Airforce Beach

June 22 - Talent Show

June 23 - Div 17 @ Woodcote Park
June 23 - Div 11 Author’s Party (1:00-2:00 PM) – Library

June 24 - Last Hot Lunch

June 25 - Whole School Assembly – with year end slideshow (time TBD)
June 25 - Last Day For Students (11:45 dismissal) – no hot lunch
June 25 - Reports Home

Best / Cordialement,

Christian Streit

Principal / Directeur
École Puntledge Park Elementary School



I respectfully acknowledge and appreciate the land on which we gather is on the unceded traditional territory of the Pentlatch, E’iksan, and K'omoks peoples (Sahtloot, and Sasitla), the traditional keepers of this land.

J'aimerais reconnaître respectueusement que le territoire sur lequel nous sommes rassemblés fait partie des terres ancestrales non cédées des peuples Pentlatch, E’iksan et K’ómoks (Sahtloot et Sasitla).

Dear Parents and Guardians,

Hot lunch ordering is now open for June! You can log in and place your orders at your convenience using the link below.

https://munchalunch.com/login

Please be sure to click the button labelled "Feeding Futures", as the other button is not active.

Thank you for your continued support of our hot lunch program. We truly appreciate it and always welcome your feedback or suggestions as we plan our menus.

Please be sure to place your orders soon, as ordering windows are limited.

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out.

Warm regards,
Ivan Cote
Ecole Puntledge Park

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The Weekly: May 25-29

Hello, Bonjour, Gila’kasla

Congratulations to the Puntledge students who took part in last week's Inclusive Sports Festival which took place at the Vanier track. Our students thrived in this welcoming space where they felt successful and proud of their participation.

We look forward to welcoming families for an enjoyable evening of music at our Concert in the Courtyard on Tuesday. Directed by Mr. C. our students have been practicing enthusiastically and are excited to share their performances with you.


Parent Help Needed:
We are looking for a tech-savvy parent with software and design skills who may be able to assist us in creating a school site map that identifies the locations of our emergency preparedness stations throughout the school. If you have experience with mapping, graphic design, or related software and would be willing to help, please email me directly at [email protected]



CONCERT IN THE COURTYARD
Tuesday, May 26 | 6:00 PM

You are warmly invited to our Concert in the Courtyard, a short and informal evening celebration of jazz, blues, song, dance, and creative improvisation performed by our students.

Families are welcome to join us in the courtyard beginning at 6:00 PM. A separate email from Emily Cummings outlining your child’s performance time was sent previously.

Parents/caregivers will line up and enter the courtyard with their children through the breezeway leading to the music room portable just before their scheduled singing time.

Please note there will be no entry into classrooms.

Performances will take place on the concrete steps in front of Division 6’s classroom.

After your child’s performance, families will exit together through the breezeway leading toward the newer portables.

Grade 7 students will remain as the “house band” in front of the library windows throughout the evening.

PAC meeting Wednesday May 20 notes:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/16Xa8p68YlmgdsbDP13RAmrynorLnFHpUcL_yZxXMu1M/edit?tab=t.0

School Planning:
If you know your student will be leaving Puntledge for the 2026-2027 school year please let the office know sooner rather than later. [email protected] We are looking at a very busy complex school again and the more time we have to plan the better.

Community Science Celebration:
FREE! Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 10am-4pm
North Island College (Campbell River Campus)
1685 S Dogwood St, Campbell River, BC V9W 8H3

Live Science World Shows at 10:30am, 11:30am, 1pm, 2pm
Open labs, activities and exhibitors all day!

This Week:
Tue May 26
-Gr. 6 Camp Bob
-Indigenous Gr. 5 Student Transition Visit Lake Trail
-Concert in the Courtyard (6:00-7:00 PM)

Wed May 27
-Wacky Wheelie Wednesday
-Late French Immersion Transition Event (4:00-5:00 PM)
-Div. 7 Bike Ride
-Gr 7/6 Ultimate Game @ Puntledge after school
-Chess Club @ 2:30 (last session)

Thu May 28
-Yukon Dan Presentation (Div 6,7)
-Div 19 Museum/Lake Trip
-Gr. 7/6 Ultimate Practice

Fri May 29
-Div 18 Museum/Comox Lake Trip
-Div 7 Cumberland Lake Park Society Trip
-Fun Food Friday

Next Week:
June 1 - Earthquake Emergency evacuation with parent pick up (1:45 PM) - email with details will be distributed
June 2 - ProfAqua Science Presentation in the gym (English/French)
June 3 - Wacky Wheelie Wednesday
June 3 - Div. 7 Bike Ride
June 3 - Div 1 Parksville Trip
Jun 4 - Dress Like The Rainbow Day
June 4 - Gr. 7 Tour/Transition Visit @ Isfeld
June 5 - Div 15 to Deep Bay
June 5 - Ally Club @ Linc
June 5 - Fun Food Friday

June 8 - BusReady BC Transit Presentation
June 8 - K Scavenger Hunt
June 8 - Gr 7 Isfeld Open House (evening)
June 9-12 - Gr. 7 Strathcona Trip
June 9 - Div 16 to Comox Lake
June 9 - Div 13/14 Campbell River Museum
June 9 - Div 18 Community Bike Ride
June 10 - Wacky Wheelie Wednesday
June 10 - Div. 7 Bike Ride
June 11 - Primary (Gr. K-3) Beach Day – Air Force Beach
June 11 - Div 18 Community Bike Ride
June 12 - Div 15 to Museum & Trent River
June 12 - Fun Food Friday

June 15 - Intermediate (Gr. 4-7) Beach Day – Air Force Beach
June 15 - Div 4/5 Deep Bay Trip
June 16-18 - Outdoor Pool Sessions (10:00-1:00 each day)
June 16 - Div 15 to Cumberland Lake Water Keepers
June 17 - Wacky Wheelie Wednesday (last one)
June 17 - Div 1 Courtenay Water Park
June 18 - Moving Up Ceremonies: Gr. 5 @ 4:00 PM and Gr. 7 @ 5:30 PM
June 19 - Gr 5s to Lake Trail (transition activities)
June 19 - Indigenous Peoples’ Day School Activities (actual day is June 21)
June 19 - Fun Food Friday (Last One)

June 20 - Gr 7 Leavers PAC BBQ @ Airforce Beach

June 22 - Talent Show
June 25 - Last Day For Students (11:45 dismissal)
June 25 - Reports Home

The Weekly: May 18-22

Hello, Bonjour, Gila’kasla

I hope you are enjoying a fun-filled long weekend with family and friends. Our week ahead includes several more exciting field trips and learning opportunities for students. A reminder the school is closed on Monday for Victoria Day.

PAC Meeting: The next PAC Meeting is Wed. May 20 at 6:30 pm. There is a movie room and snacks for parents attending with children.

School Planning: If you know your student will be leaving Puntledge for the 2026-2027 school year please let the office know sooner rather than later. [email protected] We are looking at a very busy complex school again and the more time we have to plan the better.

Puntledge T-Shirts: If your child has been issued a blue school sports t-shirt, please return it to the school at your earliest convenience. Thank you for your support.

Community Science Celebration:

FREE! Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 10am-4pm
North Island College (Campbell River Campus)
1685 S Dogwood St, Campbell River, BC V9W 8H3

Live Science World Shows at 10:30am, 11:30am, 1pm, 2pm
Open labs, activities and exhibitors all day!

This Week:

Mon May 18
No School - Victoria Day

Tue May 19
Div 1 - Comox Lake Park
LT Transition – Lake Trail Counsellors Visit Puntledge Gr 5 Neighbourhood Divisions
Math Club Gr. 7/6 from 2:30-3:30, Room 4 (last session)

Wed May 20
Wacky Wheelie Wednesday
Inclusive Track Meet
Div 7 Bike Ride
Chess Club @ 2:30 (only those registered)
PAC Meeting @ 6:30-8:00 PM – school library

Thu May 21
Lock Down Drill (11:10 AM)
Div 20, 21, 23 Public Works Yard Trip
Math Club Gr. 3,4,5 from 2:30-3:30, Room 4 (last session)
Gr. 7/6 Ultimate Practice
Welcome to K Teddy Bear Picnic (need gym)

Fri May 22
Div 16 Courtenay Museum
Fun Food Friday

Upcoming:

May 26 Gr. 6 Camp Bob
May 26 Concert in the Courtyard (6:00-7:00 PM)
May 27 Wacky Wheelie Wednesday
May 27 Chess Club @ 2:30 (last session)
May 27 Late French Immersion Transition Event (4:00-5:00 PM)
May 27 Div. 7 Bike Ride
May 28 Yukon Dan Presentation (Div 6,7,8)
May 28 Div 19 Museum/Lake Trip
May 28 Gr. 7/6 Ultimate Practice
May 29 Div 18 Museum/Comox Lake Trip
May 29 Div 7 Cumberland Lake Park Society Trip

June 1 Earthquake Emergency evacuation with parent pick up (1:45 PM)
June 2 ProfAqua Science Presentation in the gym (English/French)
June 3 Wacky Wheelie Wednesday
June 3 Div. 7 Bike Ride
June 3 Div 1 Parksville Trip
June 4 Dress Like The Rainbow Day
June 4 Gr. 7 Tour/Transition Visit @ Isfeld
June 5 Div 15 to Deep Bay
June 5 Ally Club @ Linc
June 5 Fun Food Friday
Jun 8 BusReady BC Transit Presentation
June 8 K Scavenger Hunt
June 8 Gr 7 Isfeld Open House (evening)
June 9-12 Gr. 7 Strathcona Trip
June 9 Div 16 to Comox Lake
June 9 Div 13/14 Campbell River Museum
June 9 Div 18 Community Bike Ride
June 10 Wacky Wheelie Wednesday
June 10 Div. 7 Bike Ride
June 11 Primary (Gr. K-3) Beach Day – Air Force Beach
June 11 Div 18 Community Bike Ride
June 12 Div 15 to Museum & Trent River
June 12 Fun Food Friday
June 15 Intermediate (Gr. 4-7) Beach Day – Air Force Beach
June 15 Div 4/5 Deep Bay Trip
June 16-18 – Outdoor Pool Sessions (10:00-1:00 each day)
June 16 Div 15 to Cumberland Lake Water Keepers
June 17 Wacky Wheelie Wednesday (last one)
June 17 Div 1 Courtenay Water Park
June 18 Moving Up Ceremonies: Gr. 5 @ 4:00 PM and Gr. 7 @ 5:30 PM
June 19 Gr 5s to Lake Trail (transition activities)
June 19 Indigenous Peoples’ Day School Activities (actual day is June 21)
June 19 Fun Food Friday (Last One)
June 20 Gr 7 Leavers PAC BBQ @ Airforce Beach
June 22 Talent Show
June 25 Last Day For Students (11:45 dismissal)
June 25 Reports Home

Best / Cordialement,

Christian Streit

Principal / Directeur
École Puntledge Park Elementary School



I respectfully acknowledge and appreciate the land on which we gather is on the unceded traditional territory of the Pentlatch, E’iksan, and K'omoks peoples (Sahtloot, and Sasitla), the traditional keepers of this land.

J'aimerais reconnaître respectueusement que le territoire sur lequel nous sommes rassemblés fait partie des terres ancestrales non cédées des peuples Pentlatch, E’iksan et K’ómoks (Sahtloot et Sasitla).

The Weekly: May 11 - 15, 2026

Hello, Bonjour, Gila’kasla

Wishing all our mothers and caregivers a very Happy Mother’s Day this Sunday!

Congratulations to students who took part in the young entrepreneurs fair. The quality and creativity of their products was outstanding! This week, we also celebrated Mental Health Week, culminating in a “Kids Table” wrap-up activity on Friday. We also want to recognize the strong participation and enthusiasm shown by Gr. 4-7 students at the recent track meet.

A reminder that Friday, May 15 is a non-instructional day, and the school will be closed as well as Monday, May 18 (Victoria Day). Wishing you a fabulous long weekend ahead.

Outdoor Education Message from Mme Aimee:
Huge thank you to Vancouver Island Enterprises and Oak & Stone Tree Care for donating compost and chips to our school garden. Feel free to wander through the garden and have your learner show you all that is happening these days!

Art cards have gone home this week. If you didn't receive your child's sample card with ordering information, please contact your teacher for the student's ordering code. Money raised from this school fundraiser goes towards projects that support outdoor learning.

Rainbow Theatre Mary Poppins Jr. Auditions:
Ages: 6 -14
Auditions: Open now! May 23rd, callbacks May 24th
Audition Location: Mark R. Isfeld Secondary
Show Location: G.P. Vanier
Rehearsals: 9am – 2pm, July 27-31, Aug 4-7, Aug 10-14, Aug 17-21
Performances: Aug 20 @ 7pm, Aug 21st @ 7pm, Aug 22 (matinee @ 2pm and evening @ 7pm)

For more information, visit the RYT website @ www.rainbowtheatre.com



CV/Arts Summer Art Camps:
CV/Arts is offering three-day Summer Art Camps for youth ages 8–10, 11–13, and 14–18. Led by local artists, these camps provide a welcoming space for hands-on, creative exploration through individual and collaborative artmaking. No experience is required.
Dates: July 6–8, July 13–15, August 12–14, August 19–21
Location: Lake Trail Community School

For more information and to register: https://comoxvalleyarts.com/programs/art-summer-camp/



This Week:

Mon May 11
·Gr 3-5 Puntledge Lamprey Presentations

Tue May 12
·Math Club Gr. 6/7 from 2:30-3:30, Room 4 (only those registered)

Wed May 13
·Wacky Wheelie Wednesday
·Fire Drill (11:10 AM)
·Div 7 Bike Ride
·Div 4 Comox Lake Fieldtrip
·Chess Club @ 2:30 (only those registered)

Thu May 14
·Gr. 4 Big House Experience (9:00 AM departure)
·Math Club Gr. 3,4,5 from 2:30-3:30, Room 4 (only those registered)
·Gr. 6/7 Ultimate Practice

Fri May 15
·No School – Non-Instructional Day

Upcoming:
May:
May 18 No School - Victoria Day
May 19 Div 1 - Comox Lake Park
May 19 Math Club Gr. 6/7 from 2:30-3:30, Room 4 (last session)
May 20 Wacky Wheelie Wednesday
May 20 Inclusive Track Meet
May 20 Div 7 Bike Ride
May 20 Chess Club @ 2:30 (only those registered)
May 21 Math Club Gr. 3,4,5 from 2:30-3:30, Room 4 (last session)
May 21 Gr. 6/7 Ultimate Practice
May 21 Welcome to K Teddy Bear Picnic
May 22 Div 16 Courtenay Museum
May 22 Lock Down Drill (11:10 AM)
May 26 Gr. 6 Camp Bob
May 26 Concert in the Courtyard (6:00-7:00 PM)
May 27 Wacky Wheelie Wednesday
May 27 Chess Club @ 2:30 (last session)
May 27 Late French Immersion Transition Event (4:00-5:00 PM)
May 27 Div. 7 Bike Ride
May 28 Gr. 6/7 Ultimate Practice

June:
June 1 Earthquake Emergency evacuation with parent pick up (1:45 PM)
June 2 ProfAqua Science Presentation in the gym (English/French)
June 3 Wacky Wheelie Wednesday
June 3 Div. 7 Bike Ride
June 4 Gr. 7 Visit to Isfeld #2
June 5 Div 15 to Deep Bay
June 8 BusReady BC Transit Presentation
June 8 Kindergarten Scavenger Hunt
June 9 Div 16 to Comox Lake
June 10 Wacky Wheelie Wednesday
June 10 Div. 7 Bike Ride
June 9-12 Gr. 7 Strathcona Trip
June 11 Primary (Gr. K-3) Beach Day – Air Force Beach
June 12 Div 15 to Museum & Trent River
June 15 Intermediate (Gr. 4-7) Beach Day – Air Force Beach
June 16-18 Outdoor Pool Sessions (10:00-1:00 each day: info to be sent by teacher)
June 16 Div 15 to Cumberland Lake Water Keepers
June 17 Wacky Wheelie Wednesday (last one)
June 18 Moving Up Ceremonies: Gr. 5 @ 4:00 PM and Gr. 7 @ 5:30 PM
June 19 Indigenous Peoples’ Day School Activities (actual day is June 21)
June 20 Gr 7 PAC BBQ @ Airforce Beach (3:00-7:00 PM)
June 22 Talent Show
June 25 Last Day For Students (11:45 dismissal)
June 25 Reports Home

Best / Cordialement,

Christian Streit

Principal / Directeur
École Puntledge Park Elementary School



I respectfully acknowledge and appreciate the land on which we gather is on the unceded traditional territory of the Pentlatch, E’iksan, and K'omoks peoples (Sahtloot, and Sasitla), the traditional keepers of this land.

J'aimerais reconnaître respectueusement que le territoire sur lequel nous sommes rassemblés fait partie des terres ancestrales non cédées des peuples Pentlatch, E’iksan et K’ómoks (Sahtloot et Sasitla).

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The Weekly - May 4-8

Hello, Bonjour, Gila’kasla

This week, our students participated in an ICBC pedestrian safety presentation. Our Grade 6 and 7 students also took part in a “distracted walking” course designed to simulate the effects of distracted driving. It was a valuable reminder of the importance of traffic safety in our neighbourhood and school zone. Please continue these important conversations at home, whether walking, biking, or driving, so we can all help keep our community safe.

Young Entrepreneur's Fair:
Tuesday, May 5 in the gym.
Come support students learning about creating a business and buy some terrific gifts for Mother's Day and for yourself! We will have all kinds of creations on offer with all items under $10 (and most under $5). Classes will have scheduled times to visit and shop, so feel free to send your child to school with a little pocket money on that day. Parents are welcome any time, so pop in and check it out! We run from 9:10 am to 2:00 with a break from 10:30 - 11:00 and another from 12:00 - 12:30 for lunch.


Class Photos: Will be taken Wed. May 6.

3D Printer Help:
Our librarian, Mme. Spearman, is looking for help getting the Learning Commons 3D printers working. Several students have said they have expert parents with 3D printers at home and she would love some tips if anyone is willing to share a bit of expertise! Please send her a message at [email protected]

Bike Theft:
We would like to remind families that several bikes have recently been stolen from our school bike racks after school hours. To help prevent this, please do not leave bikes or scooters at the school overnight. We also recommend using a sturdy lock when parking bikes on school property. If needed, we have a limited number of loaner bike locks available through the office. Thank you for your support in helping keep our students’ belongings safe.

Grade 4-7 Track and Field:
Thu. May 7. All our grade 4-7 students will be participating at the Track and Field jamboree. We look forward to a great day at the Vanier Track. Permission forms are required to participate unfortunately verbal permission is not enough. Please sign and return ASAP. There will be a concession but students should bring a packed lunch. (No school hot lunch available for grades 4-7 that day)

Comox Valley Schools Calendars:
Calendars have been approved for the next three school years: 2026–2027, 2027–2028 and 2028–2029. The calendars have now been finalized, updated and posted on the district website, along with a helpful FAQ about the calendar development and approval process.

Families are encouraged to review the calendars for important dates including the start and end of the school year, holiday breaks and non-instructional days.

View the calendars and FAQ here: https://www.comoxvalleyschools.ca/school-calendars-next-three-years/


National Child & Youth Mental Health Day:
May 7th
FamilySmart has some great resources and events available to parents, caregivers, teachers, or community members to get involved.

To join our free online events, download conversation guides for your classroom or home and explore other ways to participate, visit the National Child & Youth Mental Health Day website – www.may7icare.ca

Moving on from Puntledge:
If you know your student will be leaving Puntledge for the 2026-2027 school year please let the office know sooner rather than later @
[email protected]. We are looking at a very busy complex school again and the more time we have to plan the better.

Public Works Week Open House:
Join the City of Courtenay for and celebrate the people and services that keep our community running every day. As part of National Public Works Week, this free, family-friendly event invites residents of all ages to explore behind the scenes of public works.

Date: Saturday, May 23, 2025 — 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Location: Operational Services Center (1000 Piercy Ave, Courtenay)

Visitors can enjoy equipment demonstrations, facility tours, hands-on activities and community displays, while meeting the dedicated staff who maintain our roads, utilities, parks and infrastructure. It’s a fun and educational way to learn how public works is rooted in service and powered by community.

Children’s Colouring Contest:
Print a colouring sheet for your family before the open house! Document is attached to The Weekly email. Once the kids have finished their masterpiece, drop it off at the Operations Centre during the Open House on May 23 before 2 p.m. to be entered into a prize draw.

Isfeld Basketball Camp:
May 7th from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM @ Mrk. R. Isfeld Secondary. This camp is run by an Isfeld senior basketball player. This is a very beginner friendly camp. It will focus on skill development, teamwork, and creating a positive and energetic environment where students can enjoy the game of basketball regardless of their experience level. Sign up using the link below:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdnOi83S2KCcSfExoxLmxm8CPc2QD5P5ThWwD5hsM_RSxUmDw/viewform?usp=header

Gr. 5 & Up Volleyball Camp:
Attached to The Weekly email is a registration for interested volleyball players. The camp takes place July 6-9, 2026 @ Mark R. Isfeld Secondary.

Integrated Child and Youth Team Comox Valley:
Mental health session Wednesday, May 13 at Mark Isfeld Secondary School from 6:30pm to 8pm in the Multipurpose Room. This will be the last one until the Fall sessions begin.

Our topic this month is Mental Health and Preparing for the Transition to Post Secondary. We will watch a video together, highlighting how after high school, post-secondary education for our youth can be exciting but also stressful if they have struggled with their mental health. We will learn from Dawn Schell (University of Victoria) and Melissa Feddersen (University of British Columbia Okanagan Campus) to discover some ways we can prepare our youth for school and support their mental health and independence while they are at school. The video presentation will be followed by a facilitated conversation with Peer Support Workers Megan Watson, and Cresslynn Brodhagen.



We know how hard things like this can be to navigate for caregivers, and would love it if you could share with families that may benefit from it.

Registration can be found by using this link: https://familysmart.ca/event/mental-health-and-preparing-for-the-transition-to-post-secondary-3/

This Week:

Mon May 4
·Hold & Secure (9:50 AM)

Tue May 5
·Entrepreneur Fair (gym all day)
·Math Club Gr. 6/7 from 2:30-3:30, Room 4 (only those registered)

Wed May 6
·Wacky Wheelie Wednesday
·Gr 4-7 Track & Field Practice @ 7:30 AM (only those registered)
·Classroom Photos
·Div 15/16 to Horne Lake Caves
·Div 7 Bike Ride
·Chess Club @ 2:30 (only those registered)

Thu May 7
·National Child & Youth Mental Health Day
·Track Meet (Gr 4-7) – buses leave by 9:00 AM
·Math Club Gr. 3,4,5 from 2:30-3:30, Room 4 (only those registered)
·Gr. 6/7 Ultimate Practice
Fri May 8
·Fun Food Friday

Upcoming:

May 11 Gr 3-5 Puntledge Lamprey Presentations
May 12 Math Club Gr. 6/7 from 2:30-3:30, Room 4 (only those registered)
May 13 Wacky Wheelie Wednesday
May 13 Div 4 Comox Lake Fieldtrip
May 13 Div 7 Bike Ride
May 13 Fire Drill (11:10 AM)
May 13 Chess Club @ 2:30 (only those registered)
May 14 Gr. 4 Big House Experience (9:00 AM departure)
May 14 Gr. 6/7 Ultimate Practice
May 14 Club Gr. 3,4,5 from 2:30-3:30, Room 4 (only those registered)
May 15 No School – Non-Instructional Day
May 18 No School - Victoria Day
May 19 - Div 1 - Comox Lake Park
May 19 Math Club Gr. 6/7 from 2:30-3:30, Room 4 (last session)
May 20 Wacky Wheelie Wednesday
May 20 Inclusive Track Meet
May 20 Div 7 Bike Ride
May 20 Chess Club @ 2:30 (only those registered)
May 21 Math Club Gr. 3,4,5 from 2:30-3:30, Room 4 (last session)
May 21 Gr. 6/7 Ultimate Practice
May 21 Welcome to K Teddy Bear Picnic
May 22 Div 16 Courtenay Museum
May 22 Lock Down Drill (11:10 AM)
May 26 Gr. 6 Camp Bob
May 26 Concert in the Courtyard (6:00-7:00 PM)
May 27 Wacky Wheelie Wednesday
May 27 Chess Club @ 2:30 (last session)
May 27 Late French Immersion Transition Event (4:00-5:00 PM)
May 27 Div. 7 Bike Ride
May 28 Gr. 6/7 Ultimate Practice

June 1 Earthquake Emergency evacuation with parent pick up (1:45 PM)
June 2 ProfAqua Science Presentation in the gym (English/French)
June 3 Wacky Wheelie Wednesday
June 3 Div. 7 Bike Ride
June 4 Gr. 7 Visit to Isfeld #2
June 5 Div 15 to Deep Bay
Jun 8 BusReady BC Transit Presentation
June 8 Kindergarten Scavenger Hunt
June 9 Div 16 to Comox Lake
June 10 Wacky Wheelie Wednesday
June 10 Div. 7 Bike Ride
June 9-12 Gr. 7 Strathcona Trip
June 11 Primary (Gr. K-3) Beach Day – Air Force Beach
June 12 Div 15 to Museum & Trent River
June 15 Intermediate (Gr. 4-7) Beach Day – Air Force Beach
June 16-18 Outdoor Pool Sessions (10:00-1:00 each day: info to be sent by teacher)
June 16 Div 15 to Cumberland Lake Water Keepers
June 17 Wacky Wheelie Wednesday (last one)
June 18 Moving Up Ceremonies: Gr. 5 @ 4:00 PM and Gr. 7 @ 5:30 PM
June 19 Indigenous Peoples’ Day School Activities (actual day is June 21)
June 20 Gr 7 PAC BBQ @ Airforce Beach (3:00-7:00 PM)
June 22 Talent Show
June 25 Last Day For Students (11:45 dismissal)
June 25 Reports Home

Best / Cordialement,

Christian Streit

Principal / Directeur
École Puntledge Park Elementary School

I respectfully acknowledge and appreciate the land on which we gather is on the unceded traditional territory of the Pentlatch, E’iksan, and K'omoks peoples (Sahtloot, and Sasitla), the traditional keepers of this land.

J'aimerais reconnaître respectueusement que le territoire sur lequel nous sommes rassemblés fait partie des terres ancestrales non cédées des peuples Pentlatch, E’iksan et K’ómoks (Sahtloot et Sasitla).