Week-at-a-Glance Oct. 14-18

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The rainy weather is upon us and at Pebble Hill we go outside in (almost) all weather. Please help your children dress for the weather!

Monday, Oct. 14

  • Thanksgiving Day (school not in session)

Tuesday, Oct. 15

  • October Assembly – Theme is Respect (Thanks to Mrs. Dornbierer’s and Mrs. Lappin’s classes for helping out)
  • Grade 7 volleyball home game vs. English Bluff (Thanks to Mrs. Fogg for coaching)

Wednesday, Oct. 16

  • Cross Country Challenge at Sunshine Hills Elementary
  • High Touch Science Workshops (intermediate classes)

Thursday, Oct. 17

  • Students Vote (Thanks to Mrs. McLeod for offering this important opportunity to our intermediate students)
  • Kaanáx̱ Kuwóox̱ʼ (Nathan Wilson) cultural visit
  • High Touch Science Workshops (intermediate classes)
  • Grade 6 volleyball game at English Bluff (Thanks to Mrs. MacLennan, Mrs. Dockerill and Ms. Mcdougall for coaching)

Friday, Oct. 18

  • Earthquake Drill (Duck, Cover and Hold) – a reminder to please send in your $10 Emergency Preparedness Fee
  • Kaanáx̱ Kuwóox̱ʼ (Nathan Wilson) cultural visit
  • High Touch Science Workshops (intermediate classes)

Upcoming Dates & Things to Note:

 

Upcoming dates!

Oct. 21-24 – Scholastic Book Fair

Oct. 23-24 – Parent/ Teacher conferences

Oct. 23 – Photo retakes

Oct. 31 – Halloween

Oct. 31-Nov. 1 – Diwali

Nov. 6 – Take our Kids to Work


Fundraising Information

Please see below for PH PAC Fundraising Initiatives (A big thank you to all parents involved in fundraising!)

Neufeld’s Fall Fundraiser – A Pebble Hill Favourite!

Ordering is now open. Please use this link to order!
Orders Due: October 28th, end of day
Pick-up: November 6th at 4:30pm in the roundabout.
Thank you for supporting our fundraiser!

 

Upcoming Parent/Caregiver Information and Sessions:

Take Our Kids to Work Day

Take our Kids to Work Day is on November 6! Please visit the career website for resources and forms! https://deltalearns.ca/careers/district-programs/documentation/ ⁠ Learn more about the day by visiting https://www.studentscommission.ca/events/tokw2024/

Fraser Valley Library Upcoming Activities

During the first week of September, Tsawwassen Library offers several free and enjoyable activities for families and people of all ages. These include Family Games Night, Saturday Afternoon Family Craft, and Imagination Station. Kids can look forward to the return of Storytime and Lego Club after Labour Day, along with Babytime, Baby Play Date, and Get Crafty the following week. Teens, we’ve got you covered with the Teen Study Cafe, a perfect spot to snack, study, or unwind at the de-stress station.

EVERYONE

Family Games Night

Tuesdays, September 3 – December 17, 6 pm – 7:30 pm – Tsawwassen Library

We got game(s)! Bring the family and a friend and join us at the library for an evening of board, card and other games. Playing games is more than just fun. It develops social skills, communication and problem-solving ability. A selection of games will be provided.

Saturday Afternoon Family Craft

Saturday, September 7 – December 21, 2 pm – 4 pm – Tsawwassen Library

Bring the family to the library for a fun craft! Drop in begins at 2 pm. All supplies provided.

Imagination Station

Sunday, September 8 – December 29, 2 pm – 3 pm – Tsawwassen Library

We will provide LEGO, KEVA planks, Magformers and more. All you need to bring is your imagination. Test your engineering skills while you build amazing structures. Fun for all ages.

Halloween Costume Swap

Tuesday, October 8, 2 pm – 4 pm – Tsawwassen Library

Do you have clean unused or gently used Halloween costumes you’d like to donate? Bring them to the library and SWAP with other families! *Please note: You will have to take any items left at the end of the day home with you. See Poster: SD – Halloween Costume Swap – Large.pdf

KIDS

Lego Club

Wednesdays, September 4 – December 18, 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm – Tsawwassen Library

Love Lego? We provide the Lego, you bring your imagination. Come play, create, and experiment. Lego Club is a fun afterschool program for kids. Kids – ages 3+ (under 10 must be accompanied by caregiver). See Poster: SD – Lego Club – Large.pdf

Get Crafty!

Monday, September 9 – December 16 (except September 30, October 14, November 11), 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm – Tsawwassen Library

Friday, September 6 – December 20, 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm – Tsawwassen Library

Drop in on Monday and Friday afternoons for some family fun arts and crafts. Based on STEAM concepts, this educational program offers a different craft each week that you’ll be able to take home with you. For ages 5+. Children under 10 must be accompanied by caregiver. See Poster: SD – Get Crafty – Anime Button Making – Large.pdf

Homestay Opportunities with the District

 


Student Vacations during the School Year

Please understand that teachers are not required to provide study materials/assignments for students who are away on vacation during school days. Students may read everyday, keep a travel journal with facts related to the destination (in full sentences and/or well written paragraphs) and practice math facts (extension: math related word problems). Happy travels!