Volunteers needed for class coordinators

Have you ever been complimented for your great email writing skills? Do you love a good spreadsheet to keep things organized? You might make a great class coordinator this year!

This is a great job for a parent or guardian who cannot always visit South Park during the school day and wants to stay in the loop on school events and activities. Minimal time commitment is required.

The role involves:

  • Giving PAC updates at the 2 remaining family meetings this year

  • Updating the class by email about various activities

  • Calling for volunteers at the teacher's request

Divisions that need class coordinators (at the time of printing): 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9.

If you can help, please email Kris Campbell.

Indigenous Peoples Day is this upcoming Monday, June 21!

It’s a time to celebrate, honour and learn about the First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples.  For generations, Indigenous peoples have celebrated their culture and heritage on or near this day due to the significance of summer solstice as the longest day of the year. Twenty-five years ago June 21 was chosen in cooperation with Indigenous groups for National Aboriginal Day, now known as National Indigenous Peoples Day. The celebration this year is dedicated to the missing children, families left behind and the survivors of residential schools. https://www.rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca/eng/1100100013248/1534872397533

We’ve compiled some upcoming cultural events, and suggestions for Indigenous music, films, local learnings, podcasts, books, businesses to support, and places to visit.

EVENTS: 

  • Indigenous Day Live-Aboriginal Peoples Television Network (APTN): Indigenous Day Live is the largest event in recognition of Indigenous Peoples’ Day. It is a cultural and musical performance show (broadcast live on aptnlumi.ca) on Sunday June 20 at 8 PM Eastern Time and then will continue to be available for free until June 22.  https://www.indigenousdaylive.ca

  • Banff Center-National Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration: An online celebration of Stoney Nakoda, Blackfoot, Dene, Ktunaxa and Métis of Treaty 7 starting a  9 am June 21 and including workshops, yoga, film screenings, Indigenous market and more! https://www.banffcentre.ca/nipd

LOCAL LEARNINGS about Lekwungen Peoples and Territory (where South Park Family School is):

  • Cheryl Bryce: a Traditional Knowledge Holder of the Kwetlal (camas) food system and member of the Songhees Nation, shares some of the ongoing work she is doing in her traditional role at Meegan, also known as Beacon Hill Park. Before Covid, she would run nature walks and Colonial Reality Tours.  https://vimeo.com/40525013

WATCH: 

Films

LISTEN: 

Podcasts:

Music: 

READ:

  • Indiginews: an online independent Indigenous news platform (an excellent follow on Facebook) with reporters currently covering the Okanagan Valley and Vancouver Island. https://indiginews.com

  • Darrel J. McLeod: A local longtime Vancouver Island resident and author of two memoirs “Mamaskatch” (award winning) and of “Peyakow”.  He is Cree from Treaty 8 Territory. He has also worked as a teacher, a chief negotiator of land claims for the federal government, and an executive director of education and internal affairs with the Assembly of First Nations https://milkweed.org/author/darrel-j-mcleod


EXPLORE (places,languages,arts,culture):

  • First Peoples’ Map of what is now known as B.C.: An interactive, constantly updated map (just launched June 16, 2021!!) designed by the First Peoples’ Cultural Council (FPCC) and intended for both Indigenous and non Indigenous peoples to learn about First Nations’ culture. It divides the province up into Indigenous territories and includes content that weaves together Indigenous languages, arts and culture in one space.  https://maps.fpcc.ca

*** Note: First Peoples’ Map is focussed on contemporary First Nations rather than historical First Nations territories and communities. Explore the similarities and differences on the following two map sites where you can learn about which territory your home is situated on, find information for land acknowledgements and learn about treaties and agreements signed:

https://native-land.ca/

https://www.whose.land/en/about

LOCAL INDIGENOUS BUSINESSES to SUPPORT:

  • Victoria Orange Shirt Day: owned and operated by Eddy Charlie, a residential school survivor, and his friend Kristin Spray. They sell items year round online and at the Moss Street Market.  https://victoriaorangeshirtday.com

CHILDREN’s RESOURCES (read,watch,listen):

9 things for your kids to watch, read or listen to this Indigenous History Month: https://www.cbc.ca/parents/learning/view/nine-things-your-kids-watch-read-or-listen-to-this-indigenous-history-month

Read: 

Watch: 

  • Monique Gray Smith: Watch the acclaimed Indigenous author read from her children’s books as well as a video where she shares how to talk to your children about residential schools  https://www.moniquegraysmith.com/watch-listen

Listen:

  • Warrior Kids Podcast: A podcast for kids from all backgrounds which celebrates all things Indigenous and focuses on putting into action what is learned to protect all things on Turtle Island https://warriorkidspodcast.com/about.html


PAC Email - Checking in, connecting online, and resources to help you

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The PAC Executive wanted to touch base and see how everyone was doing. We all hope that you are safe and sound. We know that this pandemic has impacted our school community in so many ways. Our families are struggling with job loss, isolation, working from home, working as essential service workers in a variety of areas, and everyone is managing stress/fear/anxiety... and we are doing this while either having our children at home, or having madly scrambled to find care for them. 

Know that you are all amazing... and that we will all get through this. We will all get through this together. 

But we know it doesn't feel like that right now. It's isolating. We can't do the things we usually do. We are social beings and life has been turned upside down. 

But there is a way to stay connected... and we know some folks are already doing this with success with family, friends, and community. The PAC recognizes that some divisions have already had online meet ups, and we are hoping people will continue to stay connected. Honestly, the PAC is limited in its capacity to lead organization of meet ups right now based on our individual life circumstances, so if there is an interest in the community, we would be grateful to those who are willing and able to organize any sized online meet ups.  

In order to help facilitate group connectedness during this time, the PAC has created a contact sheet. If you are interested in sharing your contact information with the whole school community so that your family can stay connected with others, please fill out the following form: here.  Please feel free to continue to use your div's google group to connect with your whole division. We felt this might be a way to connect kids on a one to one basis if kids are missing each other. 

Popular tools to support connecting with others digitally: Zoom, Google Hangouts, What'sapp, Marcopolo.com, Facebook, Facebook messenger, Facebook Messenger for kids. If you would like support in learning Zoom, Kym Thrift would be happy to help. You can contact him here. 

We would also like to encourage you to continue to share on our Facebook page. We do acknowledge that not everyone in our community is on this platform, but it is a way to continue to connect at this time. Please continue to post about activities/resources for the kids... and perhaps we could post some helpful/inspiring info to help us keep our spirits up and maintain our mental health. 

The PAC has created a Google Sheet to organize all of the amazing resources that folks have been posting. Please consider posting your info in this sheet so that those families who are not on Facebook can access the same information. You can find the sheet here. 

Above all else, do what you need to take care of yourselves during this time. Connect with your family. Do what you can manage. Please take care and please reach out if you need.

If you are in a position where you might be able to help families in need during this time, please contact Jenn Sutton. This support could be as simple as being able to grab groceries for someone or to donate food. If you are in need of support, please feel free to contact Jenn Sutton (or Carmen if you prefer to remain anonymous as we can arrange to get things to her at the school). 

Hugs to all. 
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Please be advised that all SPFS PAC events and meetings have been put on hold/cancelled. Should schools re-open for classroom education for the remainder of the school year, the PAC will re-evaluate what events will continue. 

AUCTION - May 29, 2020
The PAC is sad to announce that we have made the decision to cancel the 2020 annual auction gala this year. In light of the economic impact that the Covid-19 pandemic is having on our community, we believe it is inappropriate to solicit donations for our auction in the coming weeks. We are also aware of the financial hardships that many of our families are experiencing. 

Please know that the PAC is evaluating the financial impact this will have and how we may need to adapt our budget and/or enhance fundraising in future years to mitigate any losses. We will report further at our next General Meeting (date TBD). 
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Stay up to date on SD61 updates and information here. 

Find the Home Learning Activities here. 

Are you a low income family that needs an internet connection and laptop? Check out Telus' program to get you what you need! here. 
Suggestions for parents and caregivers to keep their children learning at home during the COVID-19 pandemic. Find here. 
Island Health: here. 
HealthLink BC info: here. 
Keep up to date from the BC Centre for Disease Control: here. 
Resources including financial help and food banks. Here. 
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Donate your gently used books to the school!

For every two books your child donates, they will be able to take one book home.

Please ensure all book donations are marked with your child’s name and division. All donations should be brought into the school no later than Wednesday March 4th.

Donations can be made in the main hall soon. Get those books ready!
Our monthly PAC meeting is Wednesday March 4th. Come join us. We have a couple of guest speakers - one from Arc Academy or Inquiry and one re: prep for our Reunification drill in June. 

Wednesday March 4th from 6:30-8:00. 

Everyone is welcome. 

Agenda (here) and Minutes from Feb GM (here).
The annual auction gala is our biggest fundraiser. But we need all families in the school to participate. If all families could gather a few donations, we'll be able to have an amazing event!

Here's all that you need to know: letter, forms, and who's been approached already. It's all on the Auction website. 
GO TO THE WEBSITE
The SPFS PAC Executive has upcoming positions for the 2020/2021 school year.  All positions are available each year, and if there are more two or more nominees for one position, a vote will be held at the Annual General Meeting on May 5th. 

Current Positions Available: 
Vice Chair of Coordinators
Vice Chair of Committees
Co-Treasurer
Member at large (2)

Please contact the PAC Chair with any questions. Now is the time to chat up the folks in the role so you get an idea of what is involved!
VIEW JOB DESCRIPTIONS
NOMINATE YOURSELF/SOMEONE
The Garden Committee needs some help! This year we need some volunteers to help with the garden, and you can contact Chris to do this! You can reach him here. 

But next year, Chris will not be able to be our Chair and is looking for someone to take over! If you're interested, please contact PAC Chair Jenn here. 
Important info: 

Inclusion Survey:The District is seeking feedback on how to make learning environments more inclusive. Let's make our voice be heard. Please complete the survey here. 

Strategic Plan: Feedback on the DRAFT strategic plan is due now. Please have a look and provide feedback ASAP via email. You can send the email to Carmen and cc the Superintendent (sgreen@sd61.bc.ca). Here is the link for the draft. 

Annual Budget: The District is seeking input on its 2020/2021 Budget. Please take a moment to look at the website and provide as much feedback as possible. Link here.

Board Meeting Highlights: here (super easy to read!). 
Next VCPAC meeting Tuesday April 28, 2020. 7:00-9:00pm at Oaklands Elementary School. 
Please see a message from Parents 4 climate and a request to get involved. Here. 

See event happening tonight. here. 
 
Some students in our school have life threatening allergies to nuts and fish. 

Please DO NOT send these items to school. We all must do our best to provide safe and allergy free shared spaces (e.g., library, playground, washrooms, gym, water fountains, railings, etc). 

Please ensure your children are in the habit of washing their hands before and after eating to keep all of our kids safe. 
Thank you so much to our amazing volunteers who have dedicated their time to making South Park Family School what it is. 

Upcoming opportunities: 
Clothing Sale
Spring Fling
Kindergarten Welcome Tea
Auction
Mark your calendars for SPRING events:

May 1-2, 2020
New to Me Clothing Sale

May 2, 2020
Spring Fling and Plant sale
Interested in learning more about our role as parents at SPFS and how we can continue to maintain our school program? Check our our parent handbook here. 
Haven't subscribed to the Google Calendar yet? Do it so you can stay up to date on the school events! We even have Pizza Day reminders set!
GET CALENDAR
Are you on Facebook? Have you joined the SOUTH PARK FAMILIES group? Do you know we also have private groups for each division? Look for your link in the announcements section at the top of the Facebook page! Go Now!

Not on Facebook? Don't worry - all info will also come via email. 
Want to pitch in for an event/committee at the school? Check out our website for volunteer opportunities!
VOLUNTEER
Have something you want included in the PAC emails? Contact PAC Chair Jenn! here.
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Here's what's happening at school
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Email
Check out the PAC website! It's a place to find everything you need IN ONE PLACE! Have any suggestions for the site, please let us know (email Chair). Password for protected areas: sp508.
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VOLUNTEER FOR EVENTS
Help raise awareness around bullying! Wear your pink shirt on Wednesday February 26th. 

learn more
The annual auction gala is our biggest fundraiser. But we need all families in the school to participate. If all families could gather a few donations, we'll be able to have an amazing event!

Here's all that you need to know: letter, forms, and who's been approached already. It's all on the Auction website. 
GO TO THE WEBSITE

Donate your gently used books to the school!

For every two books your child donates, they will be able to take one book home.

Please ensure all book donations are marked with your child’s name and division. All donations should be brought into the school no later than Wednesday March 4th.

Donations can be made in the main hall soon. Get those books ready!
The SPFS PAC Executive has upcoming positions for the 2020/2021 school year.  All positions are available each year, and if there are more two or more nominees for one position, a vote will be held at the Annual General Meeting on May 5th. 

Current Positions Available: 
Vice Chair of Coordinators
Vice Chair of Committees
Co-Treasurer
Member at large (2)

Please contact the PAC Chair with any questions. Now is the time to chat up the folks in the role so you get an idea of what is involved!
VIEW JOB DESCRIPTIONS
NOMINATE YOURSELF/SOMEONE
The Garden Committee needs some help! This year we need some volunteers to help with the garden, and you can contact Chris to do this! You can reach him here. 

But next year, Chris will not be able to be our Chair and is looking for someone to take over! If you're interested, please contact PAC Chair Jenn here. 
The Vancouver Island Parent Conference is back! FEBRUARY 29th, 8:30-4:00.

There are amazing speakers coming and it's a wonderful opportunity.

See more details of the event here. 
Important info: 

Inclusion Survey:The District is seeking feedback on how to make learning environments more inclusive. Let's make our voice be heard. Please complete the survey here. 

Strategic Plan: Feedback on the DRAFT strategic plan is due now. Please have a look and provide feedback ASAP via email. You can send the email to Carmen and cc the Superintendent (sgreen@sd61.bc.ca). Here is the link for the draft. 

Annual Budget: The District is seeking input on its 2020/2021 Budget. Please take a moment to look at the website and provide as much feedback as possible. Link here.

Board Meeting Highlights: here (super easy to read!). 
Next VCPAC meeting Tuesday February 25, 2020. 7:00-9:00pm at Cedar Hill Middle School. 
Feb 25-26 - Social Media Video Presentations (internet and gaming safety - each div has a time). 
Feb 26 -  PIZZA DAY!
Feb 26 - Pink Shirt Day!
Feb 27 -  NED performance (learn more) and Student led conferences. Noon dismissal 
Feb 28th - Sharing/B-day assembly
Student Led Conferences are this week!!! Feb 27th. 

Interested in learning more about the history behind this and the importance to our school philosophy? Take a look at the pdf that will tell you all you need to know to support your child's learning!!!
LEARN MORE
Some students in our school have life threatening allergies to nuts and fish. 

Please DO NOT send these items to school. We all must do our best to provide safe and allergy free shared spaces (e.g., library, playground, washrooms, gym, water fountains, railings, etc). 

Please ensure your children are in the habit of washing their hands before and after eating to keep all of our kids safe. 
Thank you so much to our amazing volunteers who have dedicated their time to making South Park Family School what it is. 
Mark your calendars for SPRING events:

May 1-2, 2020
New to Me Clothing Sale

May 2, 2020
Spring Fling and Plant sale
Interested in learning more about our role as parents at SPFS and how we can continue to maintain our school program? Check our our parent handbook here. 
Haven't subscribed to the Google Calendar yet? Do it so you can stay up to date on the school events! We even have Pizza Day reminders set!
GET CALENDAR
Are you on Facebook? Have you joined the SOUTH PARK FAMILIES group? Do you know we also have private groups for each division? Look for your link in the announcements section at the top of the Facebook page! Go Now!

Not on Facebook? Don't worry - all info will also come via email. 
Want to pitch in for an event/committee at the school? Check out our website for volunteer opportunities!
VOLUNTEER
Have something you want included in the PAC emails? Contact PAC Chair Jenn! here.
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Check out the PAC website! It's a place to find everything you need IN ONE PLACE! Have any suggestions for the site, please let us know (email Chair). Password for protected areas: sp508.
GO TO PAC WEBSITE
VOLUNTEER FOR EVENTS
The annual auction gala is our biggest fundraiser. But we need all families in the school to participate. If all families could gather a few donations, we'll be able to have an amazing event!

Here's all that you need to know: letter, forms, and who's been approached already. It's all on the Auction website. 
GO TO THE WEBSITE

Donate your gently used books to the school!

For every two books your child donates, they will be able to take one book home.

Please ensure all book donations are marked with your child’s name and division. All donations should be brought into the school no later than Wednesday March 4th.

Donations can be made in the main hall soon. Get those books ready!
The SPFS PAC Executive has upcoming positions for the 2020/2021 school year.  All positions are available each year, and if there are more two or more nominees for one position, a vote will be held at the Annual General Meeting on May 5th. 

Current Positions Available: 
Vice Chair of Coordinators
Vice Chair of Committees
Co-Treasurer
Member at large (2)

Please contact the PAC Chair with any questions. Now is the time to chat up the folks in the role so you get an idea of what is involved!
VIEW JOB DESCRIPTIONS
NOMINATE YOURSELF/SOMEONE
The Garden Committee needs some help! This year we need some volunteers to help with the garden, and you can contact Chris to do this! You can reach him here. 

But next year, Chris will not be able to be our Chair and is looking for someone to take over! If you're interested, please contact PAC Chair Jenn here. 
VCPAC Presents an education night for parents Feb 19th from 7-8:30 at Spectrum Community School. 
 

About this Event

If you want to raise your children to be successful in life, then you need an enriched brain to do it with. The natural conditions necessary for learning success are unknown to most parents. Discover how to maximize your child's potential based on how the brain learns naturally. If you are looking for ways to enhance learning, foster child development, raise achievement, tap your child's full potential, then find out about the brain's best kept secrets. At this presentation you will gain priceless ideas you would never have dreamed of that are simple and cost nothing. Brain smart your family! Parents, you are the architects of your children's brain.
 
REGISTER HERE
The Vancouver Island Parent Conference is back! FEBRUARY 29th, 8:30-4:00.

There are amazing speakers coming and it's a wonderful opportunity. The VCPAC has graciously provided funding for at least one of our parents to go. If you are interested in attending, please enter your name and a name will be drawn by Sunday Feb 9th (sorry for the short notice). 

See more details of the event here. 
ENTER FOR A FREE TICKET
Important info: 

Strategic Plan: Feedback on the DRAFT strategic plan is due now. Please have a look and provide feedback ASAP via email. You can send the email to Carmen and cc the Superintendent (sgreen@sd61.bc.ca). Here is the link for the draft. 

Annual Budget: The District is seeking input on its 2020/2021 Budget. Please take a moment to look at the website and provide as much feedback as possible. Link here.
Feb 10 to 18th - K-12 Student transfer process
Feb 14 - Pro-d day. OSC open 
Feb 26 -  PIZZA DAY!
Feb 27 - Student led conferences. Noon dismissal 
Feb 28th - Sharing/B-day assembly
Student Led Conferences are this month!!! Feb 27th. 

Interested in learning more about the history behind this and the importance to our school philosophy? Take a look at the pdf that will tell you all you need to know to support your child's learning!!!
LEARN MORE
Some students in our school have life threatening allergies to nuts and fish. 

Please DO NOT send these items to school. We all must do our best to provide safe and allergy free shared spaces (e.g., library, playground, washrooms, gym, water fountains, railings, etc). 

Please ensure your children are in the habit of washing their hands before and after eating to keep all of our kids safe. 
Thank you so much to our amazing volunteers who have dedicated their time to making South Park Family School what it is. 

Our Valentine's Day Dance was a smashing success! Thanks so much to Elise Murphy for chairing and all the other volunteers that came together to make it so wonderful for our community. 

AND of course a big thank you to all of our parents who have helped out with the events and who are there day after day in the classrooms. You are all amazing and we are lucky to have you all!
Haven't subscribed to the Google Calendar yet? Do it so you can stay up to date on the school events! We even have Pizza Day reminders set!
GET CALENDAR
Are you on Facebook? Have you joined the SOUTH PARK FAMILIES group? Do you know we also have private groups for each division? Look for your link in the announcements section at the top of the Facebook page! Go Now!

Not on Facebook? Don't worry - all info will also come via email. 
Want to pitch in for an event/committee at the school? Check out our website for volunteer opportunities!
VOLUNTEER
Have something you want included in the PAC emails? Contact PAC Chair Jenn! here.
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Check out the PAC website! It's a place to find everything you need IN ONE PLACE! Have any suggestions for the site, please let us know (email Chair). Password for protected areas: sp508.
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We've updated the PAC email list into Mailchimp. This will be where you'll find all the PAC communication, event reminders, requests for volunteers. You  have been added to the list as you provided your email to your CC or directly to PAC. Please unsubscribe if you do not want to receive emails from PAC. 
Reminder:

PAC Meeting WednesdayDecember 4, 2019 @ 6:30pm in the music room. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to come! 

November PAC Mtg minutes: here. 
 
What's Emporium? Learn more. 
VOLUNTEER
Thank you so much to our amazing volunteers who have dedicated their time to making South Park Family School what it is. 

Our amazing annual Book Fair was a great success! Thank you to our leads Kaisha Scofield and Brooken Sayers!

Craft Fair was a festive event! Thank you to our leads Jessica Truswell, Megan Anderson, and Elizabeth Reed!  

Thank you to our plant sale lead Megan Anderson who helps us fill our house with holiday spirit this time of year!

and a HUGE thank you to Shaina Silveira who is still working tirelessly on Emporium preparations!

and of course a big thank you to all of our parents who have helped out with the events and who are there day after day in the classrooms. You are all amazing and we are lucky to have you all!
December 6 -  Emporium
December 6 - Report Cards Home
December 18 - PIZZA DAY!
December 19 - Winter Concert @11:15 am
December 20 - Last day of classes before winter break. 
December 20 - Sharing/birthday assembly & Winter Holiday Story (time tbd). 
Haven't subscribed to the Google Calendar yet? Do it so you can stay up to date on the school events! We even have Pizza Day reminders set!
GET CALENDAR
Are you on Facebook? Have you joined the SOUTH PARK FAMILIES group? Do you know we also have private groups for each division? Look for your link in the announcements section at the top of the Facebook page! Go Now!

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PAC Email November 4

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Check out the PAC website! It's a place to find everything you need IN ONE PLACE! Have any suggestions for the site, please let us know (email Chair). Password for protected areas: sp508.
GO TO PAC WEBSITE
VOLUNTEER FOR EVENTS
We've updated the PAC email list into Mailchimp. This will be where you'll find all the PAC communication, event reminders, requests for volunteers. You  have been added to the list as you provided your email to your CC or directly to PAC. Please unsubscribe if you do not want to receive emails from PAC. 
Reminder: PAC Meeting Wednesday November 6, 2019 @ 6:30pm in the music room. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to come! Funding Request information here.
 
The Winter Plant Sale ordering deadline is this Wednesday November 6th! 

Please get your orders into Megan. If you have any questions, please touch base with her!
CONTACT MEGAN
November 18th-21st!

It's that time of year again where we get to shop for our favourite books AND raise money for the school! Come join us the week of November 18-21 from 8:30-10:00 and 2:30-4:00 daily. There will be a late night adult shopping on the 20th from 5:00-7:00 pm. Learn more!

Help is always needed for set up and take down. 

Make sure to let us know what books you want to see by filling out this doc!
VOLUNTEER
TELL US WHAT BOOKS YOU WANT!
The  Holiday Craft Fair is fast  approaching!

Vendors are still needed - so please pass along the info to anyone you know who may be keen. 

Plan to come and start your Christmas shopping and support the school :) This is a good fundraiser for our school and the largest fundraiser for the grade 5s!

Volunteers will be needed for set up and take down on the day of. Please contact the Chairs - Megan, Jessica, and Liz at spcraftfair@gmail.com
VOLUNTEER
It's time to start bringing those Emporium donations in! This magical event is so much work and your help in ensuring your donations are ready to go out, makes things so much easier! Donations are being accepted in the main hall. 

Volunteers are going to be needed for making wrapping paper, sorting and organizing, event set up, event day volunteers, and take down/clean up/donate! 

What's Emporium? Learn more. 
VOLUNTEER FOR PREP OR THE EVENT DAY
Haven't subscribed to the Google Calendar yet? Do it so you can stay up to date on the school events! We even have Pizza Day reminders set!
GET CALENDAR
Are you on Facebook? Have you joined the SOUTH PARK FAMILIES group? Do you know we also have private groups for each division? Look for your link in the announcements section at the top of the Facebook page! Go Now!

Not on Facebook? Don't worry - all info will also come via email. 
Want to pitch in for an event/committee at the school? Check out our website for volunteer opportunities!
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PAC Email September 30, 2019

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Check out the PAC website! It's a place to find everything you need IN ONE PLACE! Have any suggestions for the site, please let us know (email Chair). Password for protected areas: sp508.
GO TO PAC WEBSITE
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Please note that the PAC email list will be updated after the family meetings that end on September 26th (happening after the GM). If your child no longer attends SPFS, please unsubscribe to this newsletter and you will not receive the emails.
Reminder: PAC General Meeting Wednesday October 2, 2019 @ 6:30pm in the gym. Please join us at 6:00 for pizza! Please sign up at your class or let your CC know if you can attend so we can order the right amount of pizza. Funding Request information here.
 
Haven't subscribed to the Google Calendar yet? Do it so you can stay up to date on the school events! We even have Pizza Day reminders set!
GET CALENDAR
Are you on Facebook? Have you joined the SOUTH PARK FAMILIES group? Do you know we also have private groups for each division? Look for your link in the announcements section at the top of the Facebook page! Go Now!

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PAC Email September 16, 2019

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Check out the PAC website! It's a place to find everything you need IN ONE PLACE! Have any suggestions for the site, please let us know (email Chair). Password for protected areas: sp508.
GO TO PAC WEBSITE
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Please note that the PAC email list will be updated after the family meetings that end on September 26th. If your child no longer attends SPFS, please unsubscribe to this newsletter and you will not receive the emails until the end of September.
Reminder: PAC General Meeting Wednesday October 2, 2019 @ 6:30pm in the gym. Please join us at 6:00 for pizza! Please sign up at your class or let your CC know if you can attend so we can order the right amount of pizza. Funding Request information here.
 

It's that time again for all of you amazing folks to step forward! 

Each Division is looking for at least one Class Coordinator. CCs act as a liaison between PAC and parents and support parental involvement in the school and class. 

It's a great way to be involved and get to know all of the families in your class a little better :)

Please let Jenn T know if you are interested in the role the Friday before your family meeting. CCs will be chosen at family meetings.
Family Meetings :

Thursday Sept 19 - Div 2 6:00-7:30
Wednesday Sept 25 - Div 6 - 6:00-7:30
Thursday Sept 26 - Div 7 - 6:00-7:30

Div 1 & 8 TBD

OSC Available during meetings. 

The Climate Committee is gearing up for some action... take a look!

https://www.facebook.com/events/638460760011883/
Sept 17-26th - Family Meetings
Sept 23rd - Pro-D Day
Sept 25th - Pizza Day!
Haven't subscribed to the Google Calendar yet? Do it so you can stay up to date on the school events! We even have Pizza Day reminders set!
GET CALENDAR
Are you on Facebook? Have you joined the SOUTH PARK FAMILIES group? Do you know we also have private groups for each division? Look for your link in the announcements section at the top of the Facebook page! Go Now!

Not on Facebook? Don't worry - all info will also come via email. 
Want to pitch in for an event/committee at the school? Check out our website for volunteer opportunities!
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PAC Email September 3, 2019

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Check out the PAC website! It's a place to find everything you need IN ONE PLACE! Have any suggestions for the site, please let us know (email Chair). Password for protected areas: sp508.
GO TO PAC WEBSITE
VOLUNTEER FOR EVENTS
Please note that the PAC email list will be updated after the family meetings that end on September 26th. If your child no longer attends SPFS, please unsubscribe to this newsletter and you will not receive the emails until the end of September.
Reminder: PAC meeting this Wednesday at 6:30 in the music room. 
 

It's time for our annual South Park Family School Potluck!

Join us Friday September 13th starting at 5:30pm. 

Please bring plates, cutlery, blanket, and a dish to share. Please do NOT BRING anything that has NUTS or FISH as we have members of our community with life threatening allergies. We also have a number of folks who are gluten free and it would be great if you are able to accommodate that as well. 

It's that time again for all of you amazing folks to step forward! 

Each Division is looking for at least one Class Coordinator. CCs act as a liaison between PAC and parents and support parental involvement in the school and class. 

It's a great way to be involved and get to know all of the families in your class a little better :)

Please let Jenn T know if you are interested in the role the Friday before your family meeting. CCs will be chosen at family meetings.
Family Meetings start September 17th. 

Watch for your Divs date!

OSC Available during meetings. 

The Climate Committee is gearing up for some action... take a look!

https://www.facebook.com/events/638460760011883/

The PAC is in desperate need of a Craft Fair Chair again this year. 

The job is largely communicating with vendors and advertising in the community. If you have any questions about what's entailed, please contact Shaina or Jenn S.  

Our Craft Fair is a valued tradition and we'd love to be able to host it again this year. It will be held on Sunday November 24th (date could be flexible if that's the only thing holding you back!).
Sept 17-26th - Family Meetings
Sept 23rd - Pro-D Day
Sept 25th - Pizza Day!
Haven't subscribed to the Google Calendar yet? Do it so you can stay up to date on the school events! We even have Pizza Day reminders set!
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Are you on Facebook? Have you joined the SOUTH PARK FAMILIES group? Do you know we also have private groups for each division? Look for your link in the announcements section at the top of the Facebook page! Go Now!

Not on Facebook? Don't worry - all info will also come via email. 
Want to pitch in for an event/committee at the school? Check out our website for volunteer opportunities!
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PAC Email April 3, 2019

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Check out the new PAC website! It's a place to find everything you need IN ONE PLACE! Have any suggestions for the site, please let us know (email Chair). Password for protected areas: sp508.
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Reminder: PAC meeting this Wednesday at 6:30 in the music room. 
 
Family Meetings start next week!

April 8th:
Div 7: 6:30-8:00, Div 5: 6:00-7:30

April 9th:
Div 2: 6:00-7:30

April 10th:
Div 1 and Div 10: 6:00-7:30

April 16th:  
Div 6 and Div 8:  6:00-7:30

April 17th:
Div 3 and 4: 6:00-7:30

Div 9 TBD. 

OSC Available during meetings. 

It’s the spring fundraiser again! Please get your orders in for the beautiful options this year by April 15th.

Flyer here. Order form here.

Pick up scheduled for May 8th and 9th.

Please take a look at the order form and submit to Megan Anderson ASAP! Any questions, please contact her directly at citizenne@gmail.com.
Reminder that Bobby and Mark host board game afternoons on the 1st and 3rd Friday of every month. The first Friday is for K-2 and the 3rd is for grades 3-5.  Check out the website for more info!

Note: Grades 3-5 will be Thursday April 18th due to the Easter Holidays. 

 
LEARN MORE
Stay tuned for more information once the Boundary Review Team presents its feedback to the Board of Education in April. The PAC will keep you up to date when the info starts coming in again. 

In the meantime, if you didn't see the formal report we sent the Boundary Review Committee, you can find it here. 
New to me sale is coming up! Clear out those closets!

We also need help in getting the PAC room cleared out with books from the used book exchange moved out ASAP. 
 
Auction is coming! Please start collecting donations. 

Auction will be Friday May 31st this year, so mark your calendars! More info to come as we get closer. Learn More. 
AUCTION LETTER
AUCTION WEBSITE
Want to join the Family School PAC? 

Nominations are currently being accepted. All positions are open and elections will be held if there is more than one nomination per position. Current PAC executive positions with vacancies include: Member-at-large and a Co-Treasurer. Find the job descriptions here. 

Interested in participating? It's a great way to be involved if you can't give as much time as you'd like during the school day. You can nominate yourself!

All interested nominations to be sent to:
southparkpac.nominations@gmail.com.
Would you be interested in being the Chair for our PAC Safety committee?  

This committee works on various projects related to safety, transportation, and emergency preparedness in and around the school. 

Want to learn more or ask questions? Check out the website!
LEARN MORE
April 8-16- Family meetings
April 12th - Pro-D Day (OSC open)
April 19 & 22nd - School Closed (Easter STATs)
April 24th - PIZZA DAY!
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Are you on Facebook? Have you joined the SOUTH PARK FAMILIES group? Do you know we also have private groups for each division? Look for your link in the announcements section at the top of the Facebook page! Go Now!

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Want to pitch in for an event/committee at the school? Check out our website for volunteer opportunities!
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PAC Email January 22, 2019

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Mark your calendars! Family meetings are being held over the next two weeks! 

Div 3 - Jan 23 - 6-7:30
Div 4 - Jan 23 - 6-7:30
Div 6 - Jan 24 - 6-7:30
Div 9 - Jan 24 - 6-7:30
The PAC GM is coming up on February 6, 2019, starting at 6:30 in the GYM. Please come and share your voice on important matters. 

Pizza and childcare will be provided. But PLEASE sign up via your CC or the sign up sheet outside your class so that we can have the appropriate amount of food for everyone!
 
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The PAC is hosting a movie night on the 25th. Come join us to build community and celebrate Family Literacy Day! 

The movie is still to be determined, but will be based on a book. 

Please bring some stuff to make yourself cozy and enjoy some light food and refreshments for a donation only. 

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Contact Suzannah!
The school is celebrating Family Literacy Day on January 25th. Please feel free to have your child dress up as a character from a book. It's so much fun and the kids are encouraged to bring the book along with them too!

Get ideas for costumes HERE.
Reminder that Bobby and Mark host board game afternoons on the 1st and 3rd Friday of every month. The first Friday is for K-2 and the 3rd is for grades 3-5.  Check out the website for more info!

*Date Change: January 25th:  Grades 3-5
LEARN MORE
The annual Valentine's Dance is coming up! Come join us for some dancing, food, and good old fashioned fun!

Please bring a dish to share for the potluck portion of the evening. But PLEASE, do not bring FISH OR NUTS due to life threatening allergies of folks in our community. 

The dance will start at 6:00pm and Amanda is hoping there may be a couple other folks available to help with the event. If you can pitch in, please contact Amanda here. 
Auction is coming! It's never too early to start collecting donations. 

Auction will be Friday May 31st this year, so mark your calendars! More info to come as we get closer. Learn More. 
AUCTION LETTER
AUCTION WEBSITE
Would you be interested in being the Chair for our PAC Safety committee?  

This committee works on various projects related to safety, transportation, and emergency preparedness in and around the school. 

Want to learn more or ask questions? Check out the website!
LEARN MORE
Jan 23-24th - Family meetings
Jan 25th - Family Literacy Day
Jan 28th - Sharing/Birthday assembly
Jan 29th - Gr. 5 info night
Jan 30th - PIZZA DAY!
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Are you on Facebook? Have you joined the SOUTH PARK FAMILIES group? Do you know we also have private groups for each division? Look for your link in the announcements section at the top of the Facebook page! Go Now!

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Want to pitch in for an event/committee at the school? Check out our website for volunteer opportunities!
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