Dear DG Families,
For the month of February, all of our students created an individual heart scale sharing how we are respectful and kind. All the scales were collected and put together to create this beautiful dragon in our hallway! Thank you to Ms. Chan and Mme Niemi for helping us put the dragon together. Also, a very big thank you to some of the students from Mr. Mok’s class for drawing and colouring the dragon’s head. Well done DG!
March Focus
For March, our focus will be on being open minded. Students will hear announcements and learn about having an open mind.
Early Dismissal Wednesday, March 3
We will have an early dismissal day on Wednesday, March 3 for parent teacher conferences (via Zoom). Primary students will be dismissed at 11:50 a.m. and intermediate students will be dismissed at 12:00 p.m.
Food and Water
Water Bottles – We have noticed a lot of students coming down to the office to get a cup or a water bottle from us as they have forgotten theirs at home. Please help us by ensuring your child brings sufficient water for the day (minimum, 1 full water bottle).
NO MID DAY LUNCH DROP OFF – Students must also bring their snacks and lunches with them in the morning as lunch drop offs at school will not be permitted. Should a student forget his/her lunch, they will not go hungry. We will have some food supplies on hand for emergencies.
Dogs on School Grounds
We do have some students with phobias towards dogs (even friendly ones). If you are in the position where you must bring your dog with you during pick up and drop off, please keep your dog leashed and pick up after your dog.
Health and Safety Update
In case you missed it, here is the Feb 25th update to families from our superintendent of schools, Mr. Doug Sheppard.
Second Term Report Cards
Second Term CSL report cards will be available for viewing through Parent Connect on Wednesday, March 10th. An email to all parents will be sent out when the report cards are uploaded. Should you need a paper copy of your child’s report card, please email your child’s teacher by Thursday, March 4th.
Crossing Guard Schedule
Please see the schedule listed for crossing guards until the end of June!
Crossing Guard Schedule
SOCIAL MEDIA AWARENESS, DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP, AND CYBERBULLYING
RESERVE YOUR SEAT! PLEASE RSVP TO:
Lisa Woodward: lwoodward@deltasd.bc.ca
PARENT SESSION: 90-minute presentation followed by a 30-minute Q&A
As a parent, you lead the charge as a digital role model. Help your child develop a strong digital citizenship foundation while reminding them that their digital tattoo reflects their real and online selves. Parents have an important role to play in providing support and guidance during critical periods. A snapshot of current trends and concerning apps will be provided to equip you in your digital parenting strategy.
PARENTS: Do not miss this free event!
DATE: March 4, 2021 TIME: 6:30pm – 8:30 pm LOCATION: Virtual via Zoom
Delta Parent Session Fillable Flyer 2021
PAC Updates
Canadian Parents for French (CPF)
Membership is free this year. To sign up or for more details, please visit https://cpf.ca/
Of interest is Carnival in Quebec, online this year.
Reminder – Fundraisers ongoing throughout the year
Return-it Express
PAC has created a school fundraising account. To participate, simply bring your containers to the depot in sealed, clear bags, and enter the registered phone number, 604-581-6185, into the Express kiosk. You will be prompted to select the number of bags you’re dropping off, the kiosk will automatically print the same number of sticker tags displaying our PACs unique Express account code. Tag each of your bags with a sticker tag and drop the bags off in the designated Express drop-off area to be counted. For a list of Return-it Express location visit https://www.return-it.ca/locations/express/
Cobs Bread Dough Raiser Program
This program enables us to raise money for our school throughout the year! Be sure to mention Devon Gardens Elementary (or code 7806) each time you make a purchase at COBS Bread Scott 72 Centre; they will donate 10% of your purchase back to our school.
Level Ground Trading
Level Ground is a BC business that works with fair trade coffee, tea, dried fruit and spice producers. For details and to place an order, please visit our very own Devon Gardens landing page https://www.kaci.io/devon-gardens-elementary-school-level-ground. Enter DevonGardens in the discount code field at checkout and 15% of your purchase will be a payback to the school on every order of $40+. Free shipping on orders $40+
Online Stay Safe & Babysitting Courses
Offered through First Aid Hero. When registering use promo/coupon code DGPAC and our PAC will earn $8 from each registration. For details, available course dates and online registration, please follow the links below:
Babysitting – https://firstaidhero.com/babysitting-courses/online-babysitting-courses/
Stay Safe – https://firstaidhero.com/stay-safe/
Questions? Send an email to pacdevongardens@gmail.com
Regards,
Devon Gardens PAC
Wednesday, Mar 3: Early dismissal for parent teacher conferences 11:50 a.m. Primary dismissal and 12:00 p.m. Intermediate Dismissal
Mar 8 – 12: Semaine de la Francophonie
March 9th: Hold and Secure/Lockdown Drill
March 10th: Term 2 report cards available online
March 13 – 28: Spring Break (School is closed)
Mon, March 29th: School re-opens
Friday, April 2nd: Good Friday (School is closed)