Week-at-a-Glance Oct. 6-10

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Today is World Teacher’s Day. Please to a moment to thank a teacher!

Monday, Oct. 6

  • World Cerebral Palsy Day. Please encourage your child to wear a green shirt in support of CP.

Tuesday, Oct. 7

  • Cross Country Practice at 8:30am

Wednesday, Oct. 8

  • First PAC meeting of the school year at 7 pm in the library. All PH parents are members of the PAC. Please join us at the meeting!

Thursday, Oct. 9

  • Cross Country practice at 8:30

Friday, Oct. 10

  • Have a great day!

Upcoming Dates:

 

Oct. 13 – Thanksgiving Day (classes not in session)

Oct. 15 – Cross Country Running Challenge at Sunshine Hills Elementary

Oct. 17 – Mismatched Shoe Day

Oct. 20 – Diwali

Oct. 20-23 – Scholastic Book Fair in support of our library

Oct. 22 & 23 – Parent/ Teacher Conferences (Early dismissal days at 2pm)

Oct. 24 – Professional Development Day (classes not in session)


Fundraising Information

Fall Bulb & Flower Fundraiser!

We are thrilled to be working with @centralcanalfarms once again to bring you a wonderful fall fundraiser!
Flowers available: (you may purchase anything on their website for our fundraiser)

Peony Roots $15
Thanksgiving Bouquets $25
Tulip, Ranunculus, and Garlic Bulbs

Items can be purchased by visiting: centralcanalfarms.com/shop

Please select “FARM PICKUP” at checkout and enter “PHT” for the fundraiser question.

Bouquets will be available for pickup at the school on Friday, October 10th, from 3pm-3:30pm in front of the office

****Bulbs and Roots MAY also be ready on October 10th, but please allow a 1 week extension for delivery. If an extension is needed a pickup time (at the school) will be provided.

50 cents from each item purchased through this fundraiser will go to support the school program at Canuck Place Children’s Hospice

Thank you once again for your support!


INFORMATION FOR FAMILIES

 

Government Restrictions on PDDs (which include watches and ear buds)

Please be reminded that restrictions on the use of cellphones and other personal digital devices came into effect on July 1, 2024. The district emailed families regarding these changes on June 20. You can read the letter here: https://district.deltasd335.upanupstage.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/06/DS-Letter-home-Personal-Digital-Devices-June-20-2024.pdf

For more information and frequently asked questions, please also visit:

If you have any questions, please contact the school.

 

Upcoming Parent/Caregiver Information and Sessions:

Halloween Costume Swaps, Contests and More at the Delta Libraries

Halloween may still be a little while away, but you’ll want to hear about the skele-TON of fun fast approaching at the Delta Libraries! Make your Halloween hex-tra special with these free programs.

Teen Halloween Diorama Contest

October 1 – 31 – Tsawwassen Library

Calling all tweens and teens (ages 9 – 19)! Create a haunting 3 dimensional scene using an assortment of supplies (and surprises) provided by the library. Diorama’s will be showcased in the library for customers to vote on.

October 1 – 17: Drop by the library any time to pick up your package of supplies.

October 17: Submissions are due by this date. Completed diorama’s will be showcased at the Tsawwassen Public Library.

October 31: Winners will be announced.

Halloween Costume Swap

Friday, October 17, 3 pm – 4 pm – Tsawwassen Library

Do you have any clean, unused or gently used Halloween costumes you’d like to donate? Bring them to the library and SWAP with other families!

October 1 – 17: Drop by the library any time to drop off your costumes.

October 17: Halloween Costume Swap

Please note: You will have to take any items left at the end of the day, home with you.

Pro-D Day Series: Pumpkin Decorating

Friday, October 24, 3:30 – 4:30 – Tsawwassen Library

Celebrate Halloween with pumpkin decorating at the Tsawwassen Library. Enjoy spooky music, décor and snacks while you decorate. Small pumpkins and decorating material available while supplies last. Suitable for all ages 5+. Children under 10 must be accompanied by caregiver.

Halloween Storytime Week

October 28 – October 31

10:30 am – 11 am – Tsawwassen Library

Wear your Halloween costume and join us for a slightly spooky storytime and babytime. Bring one of your favourite stuffed animal friends, in costume. A treat will be provided!

JUNIOR CURLING IS BACK AT TUNNEL TOWN!

Young Rockers Program

Mondays beginning October 20th through to December December 15th (no curling on November 24th)

4pm to 5:15pm

This 8 week Junior Curling Program teaches kids ages 8-13 the basics of curling in a fun, team-focused environment.

The registration fee includes all necessary rental equipment – brooms, sliders and grippers.

More information can be found here: https://tunneltowncurlingclub.com/juniors/

Parking Reminders

Please remember that:

  • the roundabout is for pick up and drop off only. Drivers need to stay with their car;
  • the parking lot is for Staff members only;
  • abide by the posted parking signs on our neighbouring streets at drop off and pick up.