Happy Friday Bayside!
Ms. McNabb’s class had an especially chilly start to the week when we arrived to find the heat was not working in their classroom! Thanks to the help of other staff and some grade 5 students, we were able to quickly re-locate the class to the Wetlab so they could carry on with their day in the alternate space. Mr. Chang was able to get a repair person out quickly and the problem was solved by Tuesday morning. We often talk to students about how things are never perfect… there will always be challenges and bumps along the way. The key is to learn how to manage those problems so that we can continue to learn and grow with our friends in our community. I was very proud of Ms. McNabb and her students for the resilience they showed when something unexpected happened. I was also extremely proud of our school community for how quickly they came together around the class to help out! Kindness is always present at Bayside, but it is especially important and appreciated when things don't go according to plan.
Reminders & Updates:
Learn and Share: Parents will have an opportunity to learn about School Planning, which includes the School Development Plan, School budget, and School Fees at our upcoming School Council meeting on Tuesday February 11. The meeting will begin at 5:00 PM and parents will have an opportunity to share feedback. Our Kindergarten teachers will also be attending the meeting and will be sharing a presentation about the learning happening in Bayside Kindergarten.
If you are unable to attend the meeting, there is still an opportunity to share your feedback through our online survey. The survey will be open from February 11- March 4, 2025. Click Here for more information and for a link to the survey.
Hilarious Hair Day: February 12 will be Hilarious Hair Day at Bayside:) Find out more about this and other School Spirit days on our School Spirit page.
Pink Shirt Day: Save the date! On February 26, our grade 1 students will be sharing their learning and leading our Pink Shirt Day assemblies. Parents of students in grade 1 are welcome to join us at either 8:30 AM or 1:45 PM for the assembly. Watch our Website and your Teachers’ messages for more details coming soon.
Snack Shack: The first grade 5 Snack Shack was a great success! Students in Kindergarten, grade 1, and grade 2 enjoyed yummy treats and $458 was raised. Friday February 21 will be the next Snack Shack for AM Kindergarten & grades 3, 4, & 5. Check out the Snack Shack News item on our Website for the details. Are you able to volunteer to help with the Snack Shack? Click Here to Sign Up!
School Council and BSFA Updates:
Volunteers Needed! Make a Lasting Impact on Our School! Volunteer for Our Casino Event!
Imagine the difference $65,000-$80,000 could make for our elementary school. With just two days of effort, we can transform our students learning experience funding essential programs, upgrading classroom supplies, enhancing technology, and even building better playgrounds. This incredible opportunity is only possible with the help of dedicated volunteers like you!
Volunteering is easy, rewarding, and a great way to support our kids and community. Whether you can spare a few hours or multiple days during the event, your time makes a huge impact.
Join us in making this happen. Sign up to volunteer today!
Healthy Hunger: Our next Healthy Hunger is Via Cibo on February 20, 2025. For information about Healthy Hunger and links to sign up, click here.
We are looking for a few more Healthy Hunger volunteers on February 20 from 10:30-12:10PM. Sign Up Here!
REMINDER: CYBERSAFETY Seminar, February 11, 2025: Join us for an engaging and interactive Cyber Safety Seminar designed for parents of grade 3-5 students. This seminar will help students explore gaming and social media safely, learn key tips for cyber safety and security along with tips and tricks on how to build smart online habits.
Please join us at 6:30pm on February 11th, 2025 (immediately following our next council meeting) and help empower your child to navigate the digital world responsibly! Sign up here! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4BACAA29A3FFC61-54486194-cybersafety
February School Council and BSFA meeting:
Due to the Cyber Safety seminar at 6:30 pm, our Council and BSFA meetings will begin at 5:00 PM on February 11. Dinner will be provided for parents who attend the 5:00 PM meeting and plan to stay for the Cyber-safety presentation. Our Kindergarten team will be sharing about their learning and Mrs. McAsey will be asking for feedback on the school development plan and fees. We hope to see you there!
Coming Up:
February is Kindness Month!
February 11: School Council & BSFA meeting (5:00 PM- note earlier time), Cyber-safety seminar 6:30 PM
February 12: Hilarious Hair Day, Bayside Valentines Day
February 12: MacKenzie & Fernandez Heritage Park field trip
February 13 & 14: Teachers Convention, no school
February 17: Family Day Holiday, no school
February 18: Secord and Singh Telus SPARK field trip
February 20: Corriveau and Sorensen Telus SPARK field trip, Healthy Hunger Via Cabo
February 21: Snack Shack: AM Kindergarten, grades 3, 4, & 5
February 25: Secord and Singh Heritage Park Field Trip
February 26: Pink Shirt Day
February 28: Professional Learning Day, No School for students
Have a wonderful weekend!
Darby and Vanessa