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PAC NEWSLETTER – OCTOBER 16, 2017

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header October 16, 2017Welcome to week 6 at Ross Road Elementary / École Ross Road!

IN THIS ISSUE:

FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITIES

UPDATES FROM THE ROSS ROAD PAC

SHAKEOUT TOONIE DRIVE!

Ross Road PAC is doing a Toonie Drive on the same day as Shake Out BC to raise funds for Ross Road Emergency Preparedness. These funds will replenish emergency supplies for our school.

Please send a $2 with your children for collection in their classroom.

On Thursday, October 19 at 10:19 a.m., millions of people worldwide will practice how to “Drop, Cover and Hold On” during Great ShakeOut Earthquake Drills. Ross Road Elementary is participating in 2017 Great British Columbia ShakeOut. Participating is a great way to be prepared to survive and recover quickly from big earthquakes – wherever you live, work, or travel

SOS Emergency Preparedness Fundraiser

In time for the annual drop, hold and cover on October 19th at 10.19am, we have a great opportunity for you to purchase a family emergency preparedness kit for yourselves and your loved ones. They make a great seasonal gift for loved ones and what better way to keep your loved ones safe than to have a preparedness package close at hand.
The PAC is partnering with SOS Emergency Response Technologies to sell some kits with 10 % of all proceeds going to the PAC. Please follow the link 1-4 person earthquake kits 2017 to grab a copy of your order form and to see what is available to purchase.
  • Ordering will commence from October 15th until October 29th.
  • Please fill out the order form and drop them off at the PAC drop off box in the school lobby along with a cheque for the correct amount made to ”SOS Emergency Response Technologies’.
  • When packages are ready to be picked up you will be contacted by the PAC.

Early Bird Grouse Mountain Tickets

The PAC and Grouse Mountain are pleased to extend a fundraising opportunity for our school.

  • For every Early Bird Snow Pass purchased using your unique promo code (PAC-ROSS), the PAC will receive 15% cash back.
  • The Early Bird Pass provides unlimited ski/ride access this season plus incredible perks including discounts on food & beverage, equipment rentals, and private lessons!
  • For more information please click on this link – Grouse Mountain Early Bird PDF
  • Offer ends November 30th, 2017
  • www.grousemountain.com/early-bird 

General Meeting October 25th

The PAC General Meeting will take place on Oct 25, 7:00 pm in the school library. We will decide how to spend extra funds from last year, so please attend, if you want a say on how our fundraising dollars are spent.
Here’s a quick reminder that grades 4 and 5 are responsible for organizing the Winter Fair this year. We need at least one parent from each of these classes to step up and help with the organization. If interested, please email Ross Road PAC at rossroadpac@gmail.com 
Thanks to everyone who participated in Family Photos. The promo code for the free 8×10, which did not get included in the mail out photos  is: 7Q3L.

Ross Road PAC

Contact us at rossroadpac@gmail.com 

Website – rossroadpac.ca

Facebook –https://www.facebook.com/ecolerossroadschoolPAC/

Twitter – https://twitter.com/rossroadpac (@rossroadpac)

Sign Up or Unsubscribe from the Ross Road PAC newsletter

To sign up for the Ross Road PAC newsletter please visit the right-hand side of the Ross Road website and sign up.

To unsubscribe, please go to the Ross Road website and locate this section on the right-hand side of the page and click the link marked “(manage)”. This will take you to the WordPress management page, where you can unfollow the Ross Road Pac blog. Please note that you will no longer receive this newsletter if you unsubscribe from it, but the newsletters will still be available on the website.

PAC NEWSLETTER – OCTOBER 10, 2017

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You are FIVE weeks in now and the school year is in full swing!

IN THIS ISSUE:

FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITIES

UPDATES FROM THE ROSS ROAD PAC

SOS Emergency Preparedness Fundraiser

In time for the annual drop, hold and cover on October 19th at 10.19am, we have a great opportunity for you to purchase a family emergency preparedness kit for yourselves and your loved ones. They make a great seasonal gift for loved ones and what better way to keep your loved ones safe than to have a preparedness package close at hand.
The PAC is partnering with SOS Emergency Response Technologies to sell some kits with 10 % of all proceeds going to the PAC. Please follow the link 1-4 person earthquake kits 2017 to grab a copy of your order form and to see what is available to purchase.
  • Ordering will commence from October 15th until October 29th.
  • Please fill out the order form and drop them off at the PAC drop off box in the school lobby along with a cheque for the correct amount made to ”SOS Emergency Response Technologies’.
  • When packages are ready to be picked up you will be contacted by the PAC.

BrainSTEM spaces available!

There are still a few spots left in BrainSTEM on: Mondays in  Mechanical Engineering, and Little Brains Robotics

  • Mondays in Mechanical Engineering Little Brains Robotics
  • Mondays in Little Brains Robotics
  • Thursdays in Little Brains mechanical
  • and Thursday in Specialists Robotics Engineering.

More information on the BrainSTEM program can be found here.

Early Bird Grouse Mountain Tickets

The PAC and Grouse Mountain are pleased to extend a fundraising opportunity for our school.

  • For every Early Bird Snow Pass purchased using your unique promo code (PAC-ROSS), the PAC will receive 15% cash back.
  • The Early Bird Pass provides unlimited ski/ride access this season plus incredible perks including discounts on food & beverage, equipment rentals, and private lessons!
  • For more information please click on this link – Grouse Mountain Early Bird PDF
  • Offer ends November 30th, 2017
  • www.grousemountain.com/early-bird 

General Meeting October 25th

The PAC General Meeting will take place on Oct 25, 7:00 pm in the school library. We will decide how to spend extra funds from last year, so please attend, if you want a say on how our fundraising dollars are spent.
Here’s a quick reminder that grades 4 and 5 are responsible for organizing the Winter Fair this year. We need at least one parent from each of these classes to step up and help with the organization. If interested, please email Ross Road PAC at rossroadpac@gmail.com 

PAC Co-Chair Announced!

The PAC is no longer looking for a Co-Chair.good news! Nicole Dahl is our new PAC co-chair.  Thank you for stepping up, Nicole. You are a wonderful addition to the team!

Ross Road PAC

Contact us at rossroadpac@gmail.com 

Website – rossroadpac.ca

Facebook –https://www.facebook.com/ecolerossroadschoolPAC/

Twitter – https://twitter.com/rossroadpac (@rossroadpac)

Sign Up or Unsubscribe from the Ross Road PAC newsletter

To sign up for the Ross Road PAC newsletter please visit the right-hand side of the Ross Road website and sign up.

To unsubscribe, please go to the Ross Road website and locate this section on the right-hand side of the page and click the link marked “(manage)”. This will take you to the WordPress management page, where you can unfollow the Ross Road Pac blog. Please note that you will no longer receive this newsletter if you unsubscribe from it, but the newsletters will still be available on the website.

PAC NEWSLETTER – SEPTEMBER 22, 2017

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You are THREE weeks in now and everyone is settling into a successful new school year.

IN THIS ISSUE:

BrainSTEM spaces available!

There are still a few spots left in BrainSTEM on: Mondays in  Mechanical Engineering, and Little Brains Robotics

  • Mondays in Mechanical Engineering Little Brains Robotics
  • Mondays in Little Brains Robotics
  • Thursdays in Little Brains mechanical
  • and Thursday in Specialists Robotics Engineering.

More information on the BrainSTEM program can be found here.

Early Bird Grouse Mountain Tickets

The PAC and Grouse Mountain are pleased to extend a fundraising opportunity for our school.

  • For every Early Bird Snow Pass purchased using your unique promo code (PAC-ROSS), the PAC will receive 15% cash back.
  • The Early Bird Pass provides unlimited ski/ride access this season plus incredible perks including discounts on food & beverage, equipment rentals, and private lessons!
  • For more information please click on this link – Grouse Mountain Early Bird PDF
  • Offer ends November 30th, 2017
  • www.grousemountain.com/early-bird 

Class Reps Still Needed

The PAC is still looking for parent class reps. Please contact Mirjan at mirjan.demmers@hotmail.com about this not-too-time-consuming but ever-so-appreciated role!

PAC Co-Chair Needed!

The PAC is also looking for a Co-Chair. You’ll join a positive and experienced team, making a real impact on the well-being of your child’s school.  It’s also a great opportunity to meet other parents, and work closely with teachers and administrators. If you are curious about what’s involved, please contact Susan Neale through rossroadpac@gmail.com

Munch-a-Lunch

Reminder that the website is open to take orders for Friday lunches.

To register a brand new account, parents can go to munchalunch.com/schools/

Family Photo Fundraiser

Family photos are this weekend on Sunday September 24th during the day and Monday, September 25th  evening.  There are still a few spots left! Sunday September 24th 9am – 3pm and Monday September 25th 5pm – 8:45 pm

  • The cost is $20.00 includes sitting and a free 8 x 10 photo.
    Cheques can be dropped in PAC box in foyer and made out to Ross Road PAC, or an e transfer can be made to: treasurer@rossroadpac.ca
    The Q is: What is this for? The A is: Rossroadphotos (all one word)
  • Families can choose to purchase additional photos.
  • Please email Sandy directly to book your spot or make changes to your booking at sandiaporter@yahoo.com

Ross Road PAC

Contact us at rossroadpac@gmail.com 

Website – rossroadpac.ca

Facebook –https://www.facebook.com/ecolerossroadschoolPAC/

Twitter – https://twitter.com/rossroadpac (@rossroadpac)

Sign Up or Unsubscribe from the Ross Road PAC newsletter

To sign up for the Ross Road PAC newsletter please visit the right-hand side of the Ross Road website and sign up.

To unsubscribe, please go to the Ross Road website and locate this section on the right-hand side of the page and click the link marked “(manage)”. This will take you to the WordPress management page, where you can unfollow the Ross Road Pac blog. Please note that you will no longer receive this newsletter if you unsubscribe from it, but the newsletters will still be available on the website.

PAC NEWSLETTER – SEPTEMBER 15, 2017

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You are two weeks in now and the school is on roll. Just a couple of mentions below;

Class reps needed! If you are interested in becoming a parent class rep, please email Mirjan Demmers at mirjan.demmers@hotmail.com

PAC Newsletter

To sign up for the Ross Road PAC newsletter please visit the right hand side of the Ross Road website and sign up.

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Munch-a-Lunch

Reminder the the website is open to take orders for Friday lunches.

To register a brand new account, parents can go to munchalunch.com/schools/

Family Photo Fundraiser

Sunday September 24th 9am – 3pm and Monday September 25th 5pm – 8:45 pm

BrainSTEM After School Program

This starts Monday 18th. More details on classes and dates can be found here –BrainSTEM – RR 2017 Program- Fall 2017.

Have a Great Weekend.

Ross Road PAC

 Contact us at rossroadpac@gmail.com 

Website – rossroadpac.ca

Facebook –https://www.facebook.com/ecolerossroadschoolPAC/

Twitter – https://twitter.com/rossroadpac (@rossroadpac)

PAC NEWSLETTER – SEPTEMBER 8, 2017

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You survived the first 4 days of school, How is everyone doing? Ready for next week?

PAC VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

The PAC are looking for more volunteers to join not only the PAC Executive but also to run smaller projects. Positions needed for 2017/2018 are as follows:

  • Co-Chair – Work together with Susan Neale to perform chair duties
  • Co-Communications Coordinator – Assist with weekly posts & social media, web updates
  • KM Club Parent leader
  • Parent Social Coordinators

To join the PAC or ask more questions about what is involved please contact us at rossroadpac@gmail.com

BrainSTEM

The PAC are pleased to be able to offer an after school program that is offered by BrainSTEM.

  • Starts Monday, September 18th for Robotics
  • Starts Thursday, September 21st for Mechanical Engineering
  • To register for the first time please contact Sarah Baldwin or at 604-379-2767
  • Detailed registration and course information can be found here –BrainSTEM – RR 2017 Program- Fall 2017.

School Family Photos – PAC Fundraiser

We will hold Family Photo day on September 24/25th. Stay tuned to book your appointment.

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ROAD TRAFFIC

Just to reiterate:

  • No pickup / drop off from the Allan Road Cul-de-sac.
  • Remember Bushnell Pl to Kilkenny Rd is a one way zone during pick up and drop off times.
  • We have lovely volunteers, parents and school kids, who come out rain or shine to ensure that kids get to school safely in the drop off zone on Bushnell Pl.  Please use this service.
  • Ross Road kids also like to bike to school, remember to look out for these young cyclists.

Have a great rest of the week and remember to talk to fellow parents about this newsletter and our volunteer opportunities.

Ross Road PAC

 Contact us at rossroadpac@gmail.com 

Website – rossroadpac.ca

Facebook –https://www.facebook.com/ecolerossroadschoolPAC/

Twitter – https://twitter.com/rossroadpac (@rossroadpac)

PAC NEWSLETTER – September 4, 2017

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Enjoy your last day of summer and what a wonderful day it will be, I believe a high of 29 degrees today.

Tomorrow Grades 1-7 are back for a few hours from 8.43 to 10.43 and then full day on Wednesday onwards. Kindies are gradual entry and will have their times provided by the school.

To welcome everyone back from the wonderful summer we have had the PAC will be providing a welcome back coffee tomorrow, Tuesday 5th, from 8.30 outside the front doors next to the annex.  PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN MUGS. Lets try to be sustainable.

Kindies will have their own coffee morning on Friday 8th, at 9am outside the front doors bu the annex (weather dependant).  Again please bring your own mug.

A reminder that there will be PAC Family photos this month. More information will be coming on this.

Munch-a-lunch details will be available soon so stay on the look out for that.

PAC GM dates and the annual GM dates have been fixed and can be found here.

We are also looking for new volunteers for the new year. If you have a bit of time to spare to a good cause then please put your name forward to rossroadpac@gmail.com. Volunteer opportunities can be found here.

Lastly remember to pass along the information to new parents at the school about our lovely newsletter and the PAC website. It is going to be a wonderful year with lots of activities.

Have a great rest of the week.

Ross Road PAC

 Contact us at rossroadpac@gmail.com 

Website – rossroadpac.ca

Facebook –https://www.facebook.com/ecolerossroadschoolPAC/

Twitter – https://twitter.com/rossroadpac (@rossroadpac)

PAC AGM – MAY 31, 2017

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REMINDER – PAC AGM TONIGHT at 7PM in the SCHOOL LIBRARY

It is that time of year again, time for the Annual General Meeting for Ross Road. The last PAC GM of the 2016-2017 School year will be held on Wednesday May 31st at 7pm in the School Library.

The  agenda for Wednesday’s meeting is as below;

May 31, 2017 PAC Annual General Meeting

  • Approval of February GM minutes
  • Chair update
  • Treasurer update
  • Approval of 2017/2018 FY budget
  • Approval of Ross Road wish list
  • Principal update
  • Parent Presentation – Healthy Eating

Click here for the wish list for the 20017/2018 academic year.

Please click on the following link for the RR PAC Budget_FY-2017-to-2018

We look forward to seeing you on Wednesday.

THE PAC

APRIL 7, 2017 – PAC NEWSLETTER

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CURRENT NEWS

Thank you to all those who donated to the clothing drive – it was absolutely fabulous this year. In total 96 bags, huge garbage bags may I add, were donated this year. Time to start prepping for next year!

If you have been arriving at school early this week you will have seen the huge numbers of people in the back field partaking in the KM club. The vibe after the run is awesome. Well Done folks.

We have just completed week 2 of our After School program, BrainSTEM. Mondays and Thursdays kids stay after school and meet in the music room where they learn Civil and Robotics Engineering in fun and engaging ways.

Our February GM minutes are now posted on our website. Please take a moment to read through. This year, we had a suggestion box at the meeting and received some great ideas on how to spend the money we’ve raised, new programs and questions about PAC related initiatives. The PAC Executives Committee will be reviewing these suggestions and will present at the upcoming AGM – May 31st 7 pm in the library (free babysitting provided). Please Save the Date and hope online to visit our website for the latest news.

UPCOMING DATES

April 30th – Two Rivers Meats – Open now till April 30th

May 31st – PAC AGM

  • Come out and vote for next year’s PAC budget, teacher’s wish list and share ideas.
  • Agenda to come in the next few weeks.
  • Babysitting will be available, please email the PAC should this be required.

June 9th – Spring Carnival

  • G2 and G3 parents are our Special Events Hosts (an initiative to help share PAC volunteer events and build community between English and French parents)
  • Susan Neale is one of our G3 parents who has stepped up again to coordinate. IF you are interested in helping please email her at skneale17@gmail.com.

June 22nd –           Staff Appreciation Lunch

  • KG and G1 parents are our Special Events Hosts this year – Great way to meet the staff and let them know how much we appreciate them.
  • Class reps will be sending emails to help coordinate volunteers.

Have a great weekend.

Ross Road PAC

Contact us at rossroadpac@gmail.com 

Website – rossroadpac.ca

Facebook –https://www.facebook.com/ecolerossroadschoolPAC/

Twitter – https://twitter.com/rossroadpac (@rossroadpac)

Reminder – PAC GM is this Wednesday

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Dear parents,

Just a reminder that the next PAC GM will be held in the library this Wednesday (February 5) at 7pm. All parents are encouraged to attend and childcare will be available.

As part of the meeting, Carla Orr will be speaking about changes to the process of assessments and the new curriculum.

Thanks,

Your PAC Executive

Friday Newsletter: Christmas Craft Fair | SnowPass | Young Actor’s Project | Valet Volunteers

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Dear parents,

  • Christmas Craft Fair:   This year’s Fair is shaping up to be awesome, but organizers still need your help.  Please don’t forget to volunteer your time, as well as making contributions to the class raffle baskets, bake sale, Holiday Show and Wrap Market, and mystery bags.  It may sound like a lot, but the results are worth it.  It’s a wonderful community-building event and a great fundraiser that directly benefits all our kids.  Click here to find out more, and contact the coordinators at rossroadcraftfair@gmail.com, to find out how you can help.
  • SnowPass:  Did you know that if you have a child in Grades 3 or 4, you can buy a pass for $29.95 that lets your child ski or ride three times at participating resorts all over Canada.  Click here for more details.
  • Young Actors Workshop:   Have your kids been talking to you about drama activities, masks and improv lately? If so, this is thanks to the fantastic work that Mike, Jody and Robert from the Young Actors’ Project (YAP) have done with all divisions.  At the AGM in May, the PAC voted to bring the YAP to Ross Road and the program went extremely well, with students  learning hands-on about drama, masks, focus and the power of body language. A big thank you to the instructors from YAP and to the Ross Road teachers who welcomed them into their classrooms!  Click here to find out more about YAP.
  • Valet:   A volunteer is still needed for Thursdays and new volunteers are needed for next year.  If you benefit from this service, perhaps you might consider giving up 25 minutes once a week for one month to help out.  Please contact Nancy Barton at nancybinbc@hotmail.com.

Have a great weekend,

Your PAC executive