Brent Kennedy Elementary School

Parent and Family Weekly Update 

May 21 -24

Hello all Brent Kennedy parents, families and caregivers,

I hope that you have all enjoyed a lovely May long weekend!

We had some beautiful events this week including the Ache Brazil Performers who came to Brent Kennedy this past Wednesday. Their performance showcased traditional Brazilian music and dance as well as provided learning about Brazilian heritage and culture. The drumming and music got students dancing and singing along. This show was indeed a hit and enjoyed by many. 

The Brent Kennedy Talent Show was another highlight of the week! Big shout out to those teachers who organized this event. They put in so much extra time after school and at lunch to make the show a success! Thank you to the staff and parents who were in the audience to support, as well as the students of Brent Kennedy for their participation as either audience members or performers! And of course a big congratulations to the 14 acts who performed in the talent show! I was so impressed and inspired by each performance. From dancing, to piano and karate, to singing and comedy, the Talent Show had it all! BK’s got talent!!

We are still working on solidifying our recycling program partnership with Waste Management. Thank you to SD8 Operations for helping us to coordinate pickup with Waste Management. Our next step is to have Waste Management label a green bin for recycling. All paper recycling will be collected and emptied into this bin for pickup once per week. 

Announcements for parents and students are below, as well as information around upcoming dates. 

Announcements for Parents 

• Back parking lot à please leave ample space between cement barriers for cars coming in and out of the lot.
• Please keep dogs on a leash and away from playground and bussing areas, as this could raise a safety concern for our families with unfamiliar dogs on the playground and bus pick up areas. Thank you.
• Due to allergies etc. we are a scent free school. Please be mindful of this when applying sunscreens and lotions. 

Announcements for Students 

• Lunchtime Intermural Sport Schedule (NEW Schedule Starting MAY 21)
  • Monday : Track Practice Grades 3-6
  • Tuesday: Basketball Grade 5/6
  • Wednesday : Handball Grade 4-6 (Gym) and Soccer Grade K-3 (Outside)
  • Thursday : Basketball Grade 5/6
  • Friday : Soccer Grade K-4

Big THANK YOU to those teachers who help to run these intermural events!

• Reminder to not throw rocks and pinecones please. This is to keep all the children safe. 
• The forest area is off limits to students before and after school. 
• Students who take the bus after school are to please remain in the front of the school to wait for their bus. Students who remain after departure of the Lizard and Panda busses will be taken to the playground or gym to wait for the late busses. 

Still Out There

• When sending a note to the office with your child, please include as much information as possible.
• Ex. If your child is taking the bus with another student, include bus name, other child’s full name, reason, etc.  
• Inclusive Education Procedures
  • Parent Information for Special Education Designations and Inclusion of Students with Disabilities and Diverse Abilities
    • This is a great document that gives parents and staff a more robust understanding of IEPs, designations and funding.
• School Volunteer Package and Information
  • All school Volunteer information and paperwork is now accessible on the school website : Volunteer Application Information
• After School Supervision à We provide supervision for bus students at the front entrance of the school under the covered area. Students who are not waiting for the bus or a ride home are to please leave school property when the bell rings. Our supervision is only for the entrance bussing area.
• Please be sure to call or email the school office to report and absence or late arrival of a student.
• Bussing registration for next year is OPEN. Please register before June 15^th. 

This Week and Coming Up:

May 20 : Victoria Day Holiday  

May 23 and 30 : Welcome to Kindergarten Event

May 27 : Pro D Day – No school for students 

May 31 : Track & Field Meet @ Redfish Elementary for Grade 4 and 5 Students

June 3 : School Learning Tour @ Winlaw Elementary 

June 24 : Grade 6 Graduation @ 1:00 in the gym 

June 25 : Fun Day

June 26 : Last day of classes (11:30 am Dismissal)

Thank you and have a great week!

Ms. Klassen 

Principal

Brent Kennedy Elementary School