Yours truly,
Sandra Cheng – President, PSG

CASA COMMUNITY (PRE-SCHOOL & EXTENDED-DAY)

Urban Safari Rescue Society | Preschool & Extended-Day/Kindergarten | May 30: Please see attached information and permission form to be completed by May 16th. This is a wonderful and educational presentation by the USRS. They will bring animals of different types to our students and focus the presentation on conservation of animals, animal characteristics, habitat, adaptations, and behaviours, with interesting facts and stories.

Please be on time for Pick-up: This is a friendly reminder that staff members are scheduled to prepare classroom and coordinate meetings outside of the students’ schedule. We understand that special and emergency circumstances may occur, but consistent tardiness is not encouraged. Dismissal for morning Preschool students is 11:45 am and 3:45 pm for afternoon Preschool students and all Extended-day students. Thank you!

Fruits and Vegetables in Lunches: We are encouraging all students to eat healthy with a balanced diet. Please include some fruits and vegetables in your child’s lunches. It’s wonderful if you are already doing so, thank you!

ANAPHYLAXIS ALERT! We have been notified that two children in our Casa community have life-threatening allergy (anaphylaxis) reactions. The triggers are dairy, eggs, tree nuts, kiwis, and hummus. The school is following the VCH guidelines, the families are working with the school, and all AM and PM Preschool and Extended Day are learning about it. Starting in September 2017, North Creek became a nut free environment. Teachers and students will be asked to wash their hands vigilantly and regularly, both at North Creek and in the Extended Day classroom at Anchor Point. Please refrain from sending these foods to school. Instead, this as an opportunity to introduce other foods for snacks and lunches to the school environment as you introduce your child to anaphylaxis awareness. If dairy, eggs, and hummus is not avoidable, please inform the teachers of the items at the door. It will help us coordinate the classroom to protect all the children. For more information, please visit Food Allergy Canada. Thank you very much for your attention and assistance.

ANCHOR POINT COMMUNITY (GRADE 1 & UP

Beauty vs Beast | Upper Elementary | May 16: The UE students will be attending this special performance that is written, directed, and performed by the students of Windsor House School. Beauty vs Beast is an original musical parody of Beauty and the Beast. 

Science Day | May 17: “Crazy Chemistry”, “Phenomenal Forces”, and “Charge Up” will be presented by Geering Up UBC Engineering & Science for Kids! Fees for this will be covered by the Student Enrichment Fund.

Beauty vs Beast | Upper Elementary | May 16: The UE students will be attending this special performance that is written, directed, and performed by the students of Windsor House School. Beauty vs Beast is an original musical parody of Beauty and the Beast. Please complete the attached permission form below and return it to school as soon as possible by Wednesday, May 9th.

NBS Sharing Dance Day | Upper Elementary | May 18: Arts Umbrella is offering our UE students the opportunity to participate in a free, NBS Sharing Dance Day workshop with one of their talented dancers. The dancer will visit our classroom. Students will learn an excerpt of the choreography and explore the theme of environmental stewardship through creative movement.

Spring Tennis Lessons | Lower & Upper Elementary: Please your complete your child’s permission form and return it to school as soon as possible.

Bike To School Week | May 24 – June 1: Wonderfully coordinated by our parent, Jennifer (Felix’s mom), BTSW will begin with a presentation by Cst. Don Johnson with the School Safety Patrol (VPD) at school on May 16th. On Monday, May 28th, there will be a simple breakfast (supported by HUB Cycling, organizers of BTSW) served at the door from 8:30-9:30 am, after the morning cycling trip to school. On Friday, June 1st, Reckless Electric, our neighbour will wrap up the week with a presentation for our students on bicycle maintenance, safety, and general etiquette.

Jump Rope for Heart | May 30: Students will spend a portion of their this afternoon “jumping rope for heart”. For more information, please visit: http://support.heartandstroke.ca/site/PageServer?pagename=jump18_parentscorner

COMMUNITY NOTICES   Wondering what to do with your family this month? Check these out!

Science Rendezvous at UBC | May 12 10:00 AM  Science Rendezvous is an annual festival held across Canada. Several departments on UBC campus will host demos, workshops, and hands-on experiments. Take a ride on a hovercraft, discover micro-organisms in the pond, check out explosive chemical reactions, explore quantum physics, and learn how fire, ash, and magma made the Earth we walk on today…and more!You can also participate in the Science Chase – visit all check points before 2pm to win some awesome prizes!

Gardening Workshop: Creating a Family Garden | May 12 10:00 AM  Bring the family and find out quick and easy ways to involve your kids in growing food. Leave with plans for a pizza garden. This workshop is designed for families with children aged 5-12.

Earthwises’s 5th Annual Bee-Friendly Plant Sale | May 12 10:00 AM Feed the bees and buy plants that will create a stunning garden display at Earthwise Society’s annual Bee-Friendly Plant Sale! “With the global spotlight on bee decline we’re hearing from more and more people who want to help.” says Patricia Fleming, Earthwise’s executive director. “The Bee-Friendly Plant Sale is an opportunity to do just that as part of a fun, community event.” Friendly, trained staff and volunteers will be on-site to assist gardeners of all skill levels to choose the right plant for the right place.The Earthwise Garden is a great place to bring the whole family – this is definitely a kid-friendly event packed full of plants and pollinators!

Tweeting with Songbirds | May 13 1:00 PM Explore the fascinating world of songbirds! A bird expert and others will be on hand to introduce the many different species, their calls that liven up the forest, and natural attractants to bring them into your backyard.

Spring Pop Up Market | May 19 10:00 AM   The market will be open for everyone to drop by and pick up some fabulous farm fresh, pastured, organic eggs every other Saturday morning until the regular summer markets begin. The market features seasonal produce, our seeds, teas, flowers, and herbs. There are also chickens at the Harvest Hut, make sure to point them out to your children and go by to say hello!

Playland | May 5 – Aug 17 Get prepared for a summer of fun at Playland! Admission gives you unlimited access to over 35 rides and attractions, including three new family rides! PLUS Pacific Adventure Mini Golf is now included with admission!

Shipyards Night Market | May 4 – Sept 28  The Shipyards Night Market believes in a local lifestyle, showcasing BC’s artisans, bakers and farmers. Products include; jewelry, clothing, kids wear, bakers, produce, preserves, soaps, organic meats, honey, plants, chocolate and many more must have handmade products Don’t eat dinner before you come to the Night Market, as there are at least 35  food trucks selling unique and delicious locally made food.

Richmond Night Market | May 11 – Oct 8 Reminiscent of the all-night shopping extravaganzas seen across Asia, the Richmond Night Market offers a food and retail experience unmatched anywhere else in Canada. 74% of Richmond’s population claims Asian heritage, so it’s no surprise the Richmond Night Market showcases an impressive cross-section of cultures and cuisine—over 100 food stalls and over 200 retail vendors!