IMPORTANT ELEMENTARY MEETING K-3

Dear Primary Families,

On Monday, December 13^th, we will be holding a very important information meeting which will take place at the school from 7-8:30pm in the chapel.

The goal of this meeting will be to share the vision for Christian education at White Rock Christian Academy, including current direction for the future of the school. You will hear from the Board about the history and background of our school, where we are at today and the steps that will be taken as we move into this new chapter in our history.

Please come prepared to ask questions and to be inspired to partner with us as we move forward.

Attached you will find an update to the Society meeting from the Property Search Committee.

I look forward to seeing you there,

Coreena Martel

December Update

Hello Elementary Community,

It's December already, and like most years there are many things to let you know about. Below you'll find an outlined list of most of the events happening in December.

December:

-2- The 12 Days of Christmas begin. Students have been asked to wear some Christmas cheer each day, along with their uniform. Today is the beginning and students have been requested to wear 'something that jiggles.' For a complete list please ask your child's classroom teacher.

-3- Elementary Report Cards go home

-7- Last Mad Science day ;(

-9- Christmas Concert will be begin at 7 pm. Students are requested to be in their classrooms at 6:30 in their proper WINTER uniform (Cardigan or sweater MUST be worn).

-14- Warrior Deadline

-17- Elementary Skate from 9-11 am. Families are welcomed to join. Permission forms will go home the week before.

-17- Early Dismissal 1:10 pm

January 4th School is back in session!

Have a wonderful break!

Elementary Staff.

December Supervision Schedule

We are still in need of Parent Supervisors. If you are available, please sign up in the office.

Hello Parents and Students of Elementary,

With winter approaching and the weather turning colder and colder, we in Elementary have been discussing student attire. We would like to encourage all parents to purchase a WRCA sweater, if you haven't already. When you do, please write your child's first and last name on the inside tag. These sweaters do not only look great, but they are very warm and, well, mandatory uniform at WRCA! A new policy that we are implementing is students are encouraged to keep a pair of running shoes in their classroom indoor wear. Boots can be worn to school and during outside break times. Before going outside for recess or lunch students will be given the opportunity to change into their boots. This policy will help keep students' feet warm and will keep our classrooms cleaner.

I also want to ask the parent community for their support in helping keep our children safe at lunch recess. We are in need of more parent supervisors from 12:00 to 12:45. Thank you to many of you who have faithfully shown up and supervised our children.

Sincerely,

The Elementary Staff of WRCA

Are you able to help?

Hello Parents,

We are currently in need of parent supervisors for lunch recess. If you are able to assist with this please sign up for a day in the office.


Thank you!

The Elementary teachers of WRCA

November: Important dates

November:
1st-Society Meeting
2nd- Warrior Deadline
5th- Warrior out
8th-Teddy Bear Christmas
10th- Remembrance Day assembly
11th-NO SCHOOL - Remembrance Day
15th to 16th- Book Fair
16th- Warrior Deadline
18th- Photo Retakes & Warrior out
23rd- K-6 End of Term 1
24th-Pastor Appreciation Bunch & Early Dismissal Day
30th- Warrior Deadline

December 3rd- Report Cards go home

October: A look ahead

October:

7 & 8th- No School, Teacher's Convention

11th-No School, Thanksgiving

19th-Mad Science begins

19, 20, 21th-MOSS

21st- Grade three field trip

22nd- No School, Pro-d Day

25th- Photo Day

27th-Early Dismissal 1:10 pm

28th- Gr. K-12 Parent Teacher Interviews, Early Dismissal

Happy Thanksgiving

Hello Elementary Parents,

Happy Thanksgiving! I don't know about you, but it starting to feel more and more like Fall, especially as we prepare for Thanksgiving. As a staff we wish your family a great holiday weekend, as we offer our gratitude and thanks to God for all he's blessed us with.

Please be reminded that our summer uniform is finished October 6th and that your child is expected to return to school Tuesday, October 12th in their full uniform. Kindergarten to Grade 2 students may come in their gym strip on their gym days. Grade 3 to 6 students will continue to change into their gym strip at school. Please assist your child in this process by ensuring that each of their uniform pieces is clearly labeled and that they are stored in a labeled cloth bag. We have found that plastic bags easily rip and spill the contents when student return to class. Ties and sweater can be left in the classroom during the changing process os that they don't get forgotten in the change rooms.

K to 6 Girl's Uniform:
White Blouse, Sweater (for cool mornings), tunic or jumper, black shoes & navy socks

K to 6 Boys Uniform:
White shirt, gray pants, tie, sweater (for cool mornings), black shoes/mostly black runners, navy socks

The 8 week Mad Science program also begins Tuesday, October 19th to Decemeber 7th from 2:45-3:45 pm in the Kindergarten room. Please ensure that your child is picked up promptly form these classrooms at 3:45.


As a staff we wish you a Happy Thanksgiving!

Angelique, Patti, Melissa, Kathe, Lorraine, Paul and Austin.

Elementary Playground Schedule: September/October

• If you're interested in signing up for a day, there is a calendar in the office. Come on in and sign up!
  

Terry Fox Day: Friday, September 17th

This Friday we will be celebrating Terry Fox's Marathon of Hope by participating in a run. Students have been asked to wear Canada clothes they can jog in. During Chapel we will watching a video clip of Terry's journey and discussing the significance of this Canadian hero. If you are interested in joining us, please feel free to! We will be congregating on the field at 2:00pm. The run will take about 20 minutes and then students will be dismissed for the day. Remember to wear something you can jog in!

Weekly Update: September 13th-17th

Hello Elementary Students and Parents,

Well, the first week was a success! It was great to see all the students in Chapel on Friday, and to be given the opportunity to welcome all new students to the WRCA community. Even Mr. Loewen was 'jumping' for joy (ask your child about Mr.Loewen's leap into the air, very funny!).

Thank you to those parents that have signed up for supervision duty. The service you are providing the students and staff is awesome, and we appreciate it. Without your help, teachers would not be able to have lunch as a staff, which helps us build community with each other. There are some spots still open for September. If you haven't already and would like to, please come into the office and sign up for a shift or two.

This coming week we have our annual parent meeting (Thursday night, New Parents at 6:30 pm and all parents meeting at 7:30pm). This year we have changed the structure of the evening so that all three schools can talk with parents about curriculum, sports, and activities such as 4/5 camp. The elementary staff will be presenting at the meeting, and will be there to answer any general questions or inquires parents might have. We are very excited for this opportunity to speak with parents!

As an elementary staff, our desire is to provide your children with the best academic, physical, emotional and spiritual opportunities. We are committed to encouraging and uplifting your children so that they can achieve whatever God has planned for their lives today, tomorrow, and throughout their own life's journey. We are honoured to be part of their journey and yours.

Melissa Wyville
Grade Three Teacher/Elementary Head Teacher

Welcome Back to School!