Wednesday 27 April 2011

PAC Meeting Minutes 04-12-2011

View or download the PAC Meeting Minutes from April 12, 2011.

Any questions or concerns, please contact the PAC Executive for clarification or copies.

Wednesday 20 April 2011

Vice Principal's Letter

Dear Families,

As we get set to spend Easter weekend with family and friends, it is heartwarming to know that our school has, yet again, come together for some very important and valuable school events including the Jump Rope for Heart fundraising and awareness campaign. This year’s theme was, “What I Am Doing For My Heart.” Not only were the students actively involved in the skipping to get their hearts pumping and fundraising to support heart and stroke research, they also had time to think about their own personal commitment to heart health, write about it and learn about why it is important and how they can each be pro-active in the prevention of heart disease. There are few families not touched by this often silent but devastating disease. Our hope is to educate and promote heart health from a young age with our students.

We are working as a school in many ways to encourage health and nutrition whenever possible as it is one of our school goals. Thank you to Ms Young-Eng for organizing this year’s Jump Rope for Heart event and to our students and staff for putting forth their best effort. Thanks to our grade 7 mascots – ‘Healthy Heart’ and ‘Super Heart Hero’ for so enthusiastically leading us at the kick off assembly earlier this month.

Happy Easter everyone! See you back at school on Tuesday, April 26.
Sincerely,

Sarah Gray
Vice-Principal

NO SCHOOL

A reminder to all families that this coming

FRIDAY, APRIL 22nd
and
MONDAY, APRIL 25th

are days off from school for all students. There will be no regular classes during school hours and no after school activities.

If there are any questions or concerns, please phone the school office at 604-713-4620 during regular school hours.

Friday 15 April 2011

After School Programs

A reminder that we have our terrific After School Programs beginning this week!

Monday - Martial Arts (K-7), Arts & Crafts (K-4)
Tuesday - Indoor Hockey (4-7 Coed)
Wednesday - Painting (K-5), Basketball (3-7 Coed)
Thursday - Piano (1-7), Super Hero Training (K-3)

Programs do NOT run on Pro-D days, district closure days, early dismissal days or holidays. Updates or notices will be posted by the Main Office, Room 107 and in the Gym.

No students will be excluded from a program due to financial hardship.

For any questions please contact Melissa at 604-713-5898.

Brought to you by the Templeton Community School Team

Jump Rope for Heart

Please join the staff and students this THURSDAY, APRIL 21st as they JUMP ROPE FOR HEART!

Students are currently fundraising for this important organization (information was sent home before Sprint Break), so please help our school help others in need.

For further information please contact the school at 604-713-4620 during regular school hours.

Easter Egg Hunt!

This coming WEDNESDAY, APRIL 20th the PAC is hosting a fun-filled Easter Egg Hunt!

Kids will make their own "bunny bag", explore the school grounds to find hidden eggs, and take home a chocolate treat!

Activities will be held rain or shine, so please ensure your child is dressed appropriately.

Hastings Preschool children are welcome to attend this afternoon celebration! Please contact the PAC Executive for questions or further information.

Wednesday 13 April 2011

NO SCHOOL

A reminder to all families that this coming

FRIDAY, APRIL 15TH

is a day off from school for all students. There will be no regular classes during school hours.

If there are any questions or concerns, please phone the school office at 604-713-4620 during regular school hours.

Tuesday 12 April 2011

Hot Lunch Reminder

This coming THURSDAY, April 14th is Hot Lunch Day at Dr. A. R. Lord Elementary School!

Students who have pre-ordered will enjoy a yummy hot dog with fruit or vegetable and a tasty dessert!

For more information please contact the PAC Executive, or leave a letter at the School's Main Office.

Sunday 10 April 2011

After School Spring Programs

Registration starts NOW!

The Spring Program guide from the Templeton Community School Team has been sent home with students. Please register BEFORE April 13th to avoid cancellations.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Monday: Martial Arts & Arts and Crafts
Tuesday: Indoor Hockey
Wednesday: Painting & Basket Ball
Thursday: Piano & Super Hero Training

Programs begin the week of April 18th!

Melissa will be at A. R. Lord's Main Office after school on Wednesday April 13th to collect registration forms and fees, and to answer any questions. Forms and fees can also be dropped off to Cheryl at the main office any time (please do NOT hand to teachers).

Any questions? Melissa can be reached at 604-713-5898.

PAC Meeting Reminder

Date: TUESDAY, April 12th
Time: 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Location: School Library


Everyone is welcome to attend this meeting.
Free child minding will be available.

We encourage all parents/guardians to participate in creating a thriving school community by becoming involved in any capacity for school events, fundraisers or classroom activities.

This PAC meeting will focus on upcoming events such as the Easter Egg Hunt, Hot Lunches and Movie Night. We have special guests from the East Side Program for a brief 'meet and greet'.

Please download the Agenda for more details. For further information please contact the PAC Executive or with a letter through the school's Main Office.

Friday 8 April 2011

April Hot Lunch Days

Students who sign up will enjoy nutritious hot lunches! Forms and payment are due back to school before Monday, April 11th. Please try to give the teachers exact payment as they are not responsible for giving change.

Thursday, April 14th
There is a choice of a regular hot dog or veggie dog, served with fresh fruit or vegetables, a cup of milk and a tasty dessert. Additional hot dogs can be ordered for $1.50 each.

Friday, April 29th
There is a choice of a regular hot dog or veggie dog, served with fresh fruit or vegetables, a cup of milk and a tasty dessert. Additional hot dogs can be ordered for $1.50 each.

Please contact your child's teacher or the PAC if you missed the notice and would still like your child to participate.

PAC Meeting Minutes 03-08-2011

View or download the PAC Meeting Minutes from March 8, 2011. Any questions or concerns, please contact the PAC Executive for clarification or copies.

Monday 4 April 2011

Welcome Back!

We hope everyone had a great Spring Break!

We're excited to announce we had a fantastic and successful Book Fair fundraiser! Thank you to everyone for helping support our school's library. Extra thanks to Kelly and her team of volunteers (both students and parents) for working hard to ensure a well-organized and fun event!

Our next PAC Meeting will be Tuesday, April 12th at 6:30pm in the School Library. Free child-minding will be available. Please contact the PAC for any questions or ideas for discussion.

For the rest of the school year the PAC will be hosting monthly Hot Lunches, Movie Nights and some special events such as an Easter Egg Hunt and a Mother's Day Breakfast. Please check out the PAC Calendar for specific dates.