Signal Hill Circular - October 27th, 2023
October 27th, 2023
This week at Signal Hill...
We were very fortunate to have amazing sunny weather for this year's Pit Cook. We learned about a traditional Lil'Wat way of cooking salmon and vegetables that came from our school garden. Our whole school sang songs with drumming and celebrated the journey the food takes to get to us. We were so fortunate to have a lot of support from our community, PAC, and staff to make this event a success. Kúkwstum̓ckacw!
Ms. Weaver's class had a furry friend this week!
And check out these super cool self portraits by Ms. Casey's class.
Please find this week's announcements and important dates here.
What Parents and Students Need to Know
Halloween Costumes
Halloween can be a fun, safe time at school for everyone, provided that we adhere to our core values and code of conduct.
On October 31st, some staff and students may wish to wear a costume to school. We recognize that many students pour their creative energy into making unique, homemade costumes. To celebrate creativity, teachers are organizing a costume parade in the morning. To respect family values and beliefs, learning in classrooms will continue for who do not take part in Hallowe’en activities.
With respect to Halloween costumes, we ask the following:
- Keep all accessories such as swords, wands, or brooms at home.
- Objects meant to simulate the appearance of a weapon, or other illegal objects, whether handmade or otherwise are prohibited.
- Masks that cover the face are not permitted at school.
- Please be respectful of the age range at our school when it comes to scary costumes, we want it to be fun for everyone!
- Promote inclusion and a climate of respect towards others as defined by the BC Human Rights Code.
We believe that student conduct shall meet the needs of individuals in a way that works for them, for the school and others. In keeping with the BC Human Rights Code, costumes must not display any statement, sign, symbol, emblem or other representation that shows intolerance, indicates discrimination, or an intention to discriminate on the basis of an individual’s or a group’s race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, religion, family status, sex, or sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, gender identity or expression, dress, or other perceived differences.
Finally, one reminder from WildSafe BC, please bring carved pumpkins indoors at night and minimize the number of hours that these animal attractants are available as snacks for our furry neighbors.
For those of you who participate in Halloween, thank you in advance for your consideration.
Sea to Sky Safety Net is a hub of self-care tools and local resources to help connect Sea to Sky residents to mental health and substance use support services. www.seatoskysafetynet.com
SOGI 123 for parents:
SOGI 1 2 3 Parent Resources were created in collaboration with BC Confederation of Parent Advisory Councils (BCCPAC) and the BC Ministry of Education to answer parent questions about what SOGI-inclusive education looks like in Canadian schools.
EASE K–7 lessons have been adapted for use by parents and caregivers to help children manage worries and everyday anxiety at home.
Parent Advisory Committee