Brent Kennedy Elementary School

Parent and Family Weekly Update 

December 16 - 20 2024

Here we go, into the final week of school before staff and students enter their winter break!

It seems like just yesterday we had our first day of school and in the blink of an eye, we are already entering into this holiday season! It’s been a joy to see our students learning, growing, and creating meaningful connections within our school community since the beginning of the school year in September. 

This time of year is meaningful and special for many reasons. It’s an opportunity to pause, cherish time with loved ones, and celebrate the traditions that bring us together. At school, we’ve enjoyed watching the festive spirit shine through in our classrooms, hallways, and special activities. With the upcoming Christmas concert, the energy and enthusiasm of our students has been emanating throughout the school. As it is my first Christmas season at Brent Kennedy, I have felt privileged and filled with joy to partake in and witness the Christmas excitement and energy that is unique to this school community. One of the special little highlights has been seeing the children so excited to find the BK “Elf on the Shelf” each morning! It’s a treat to share in their excitement in finding out where our Elf, Jingles, has put himself overnight! 

The photo in this week’s newsletter features our Christmas Carolers who sang Christmas songs for the seniors at the Slocan Park Community Hall. This special outing was enjoyed by all who participated, especially the many seniors who sang along with our Brent Kennedy students! 

For more information about the upcoming concert, feel free to check out the school website, under Upcoming Events, on the homepage. 

Announcements for Parents

• Christmas concert  
  
  • Please choose your showtime, either 10:30 or 1:00. 
  • Doors open half an hour before each showtime. Please enter through FRONT doors. 
  • Bring cash for hot chocolate and bake sale! 
  • If you would like to contribute to the PAC bake sale, please bring your baked goods to the school either December 18 afternoon or December 19 morning. 
• Please pack fork and/or spoon for your child if needed for their lunch. Thank you!

Announcements for Students

• Friday is fort take down day. All forts are to go back to the earth on Fridays. 

• Remember to get your bus pass before the end of the day! 

Still Out There: 

• Please note the parent volunteer information listed below. All parents who volunteer in the school or classroom are required to please complete the application process annually. Completed applications and Criminal Record Checks (CRC) are kept in the office. Teachers are notified when a parent in their class completes the required application and CRC for volunteering. Please let us know if you have any questions or need assistance with this process.
• Parent Volunteer Information : Parent Volunteer Information Page
  
  • AP 2303 : Volunteers
  • If you are attending class trips or are a parent volunteer in another capacity within the school, please complete the requirements found on the website and turn forms into the school office. Thank you! (Forms must be completed in full, to have the application accepted).
  • All Parent Volunteer Packages and Criminal Record Checks (CRC) must be completed ANNUALLY.
  • If you volunteer at two schools, only one Application and CRC needs to be completed for both. 
• When you contact the School office via phone or email, or send a note with your child, please be as detailed as possible and include: 
  
  • Students First and Last name
  • Homeroom teacher
  • Name of bus route (if applicable) 
  • Any other details pertaining to your question or request. THANK YOU!
  • If you have arranged an alternate pickup arrangement for the day, please let your child’s teacher know. 
• Please remind your child to keep their cell phone or other device either at home or zipped up in their backpack for the duration of the school day. Please see the bottom of page 2/ top of page 3 of the Brent Kennedy Elementary School Code of Conduct for more information on cell phones at school. 

This Week and Coming Up:

December 18 : Christmas Concert dress rehearsal 

December 18 : Pizza Day for all!

December 19 : Christmas Concert - hot chocolate and bake sale by PAC!

December 23 : School Closed for Christmas Holidays

MERRY CHRISTMAS and HAPPY NEW YEAR 

January 6 : School Reopens

January 13 : PAC Meeting 

January 16 : District PAC meeting (virtual)

January 27 : West Coast Seeds fundraiser begins

February 7 : Bingo and silent auction night (donations currently being accepted for the auction!)

Ms. Klassen

Principal

Brent Kennedy Elementary School