October 9, 2025
October 9, 2025
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Dear Families,
Today was our annual Terry Fox Run. Thank you to those of you who donated to this very important cause. It was also nice to see many of our students who are new to Canada get to learn about this important Canadian person. The link to donate is below!
Tomorrow is Christian Community Day, which is a PD Day for staff, and therefore there is no school. Monday is Thanksgiving, so there is also no school on that day.
Wishing you all a wonderful weekend! Happy Thanksgiving!
Mrs. Shaver - Principal & Mrs. Alvarez - Vice Principal
Terry Fox Run
Terry Fox Run
Our annual Terry Fox Run was today.
Please consider donating using this link . Our fundraising goal is $1000!
In 1980, Terry had a dream of a world without cancer. Forty-five years later, Terry's Marathon of Hope lives on. If we work together, we can make such a difference in the lives of so many. Please help fund critical cancer research in Canada by supporting our participation in the 2025 Terry Fox School Run.
To learn more about Terry Fox, please click here.
No Toys at School Please
No Toys at School Please
As per our agenda and student handbook, we would like to remind you that we ask you do not let your child come to school with any toys, trinkets or special items. We cannot guarantee that they will safely return. This includes sports equipment and outdoor toys.
This helps eliminate distractions, student conflict, and the challenges that often occur when special items are damaged or go missing.
October 10. PD Day. No School.
October 13. Thanksgiving. No School.
October 14. Thanksgiving Liturgy. Parents welcome to attend.
OCSB Volunteers.pdf
Special Education Advisory Committee
Special Education Advisory Committee
Special Education Advisory Committee. I wanted to bring to your attention a virtual focus group we will be hosting on October 20th at 7 pm for parents and caregivers of our special education students to discuss experiences and perspectives on the Individualized Education Plan. This is the first in a series of 3. The link for the event is below: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/seac-focus-group-conversation-for-ocsb-families-1-of-3-tickets-1672040651599?aff=ebemoffollowpublishemail&ref=eemail&utm_campaign=following_published_event&utm_content=follow_notification&utm_medium=email&utm_source=eventbrite
Dare to Care
Dare to Care
Prince of Peace has been given access to the Dare to Care program to support an anti-bullying message.
Parents can have access to this programming as well. Click this link and then click the Parent Enrollment button to make a profile. Reinforcing these messages at home helps us create a safe environment for everyone at school!
No Wipes at School!
No Wipes at School!
Please do not send your child with bathroom wipes to use at school. Our school's plumbing cannot handle those materials and gets clogged and damaged. We had to do extensive work over the summer to repair pipes, and the main issue was wet wipes being flushed down the toilets.
Student Handbook and Code of Conduct
Student Handbook and Code of Conduct
Student Handbook:
Please review the student handbook with your child before they come to school on September 2. This item includes the code of conduct, use of technology, dress code, arrival and dismissal procedures and other important items.
Please complete the following:
Please complete the following:
Parent Portal: This is where you view report cards and verify that the school has your current contact information. Update your contact information on Parent Portal here.
Fill Out Forms on Parent Portal Here:
Responsible Use of Technology
OCSB Student Verification
Offsite permission form
Consent for use and disclosure of information
School Cash Online: This is where you can make purchases for Pizza Day, our milk program, POP clothing and pay for field trips.
School Messenger: This is our main mode of communication from school to home. Please be sure to change your preferences to include attendance, general, and teacher to student messaging.
Drop Off and Pick Up by Car
The safety of our community is paramount to the school. To assist in getting all of our students safely dropped off and picked up, we would ask that ALL parents follow these procedures.
No children should be dropped off before 9:00 am. The school does not open until this time. No child should be left outside unsupervised.
Please do not park in the bus lane and do not enter the parking lot at the beginning or end of the day. This is for the safety of all of our staff and students.
Please yield to ALL buses as they have priority to drop off students and continue with their routes.
End-of-Day Pick-Up
Parents must sign out their child at the end of the day by coming into the office and signing out in the binder provided.
Please note that our parking lot is closed and reserved for our vans and special needs families.
Do not park in the bus lane. That is reserved for special transportation vans and buses only.
Knowing Your Child's Plans is Key
To maximize safety and efficiency, we kindly ask that you notify the school by 3:15 PM if your child's dismissal plans differ from their usual routine. After such time we cannot guarantee that messages will be received. This includes:
Being picked up by a parent or another guardian
Going to after-school care instead of a bus
If more than one pickup is occurring during the week, a daily email will be needed
By letting us know your child's plan in advance, our staff can prepare dismissal lists and ensure a seamless transition from the classroom to their designated pickup point.
Benefits of Early Notification
Knowing your child's dismissal plan allows us to:
Reduce confusion and anxiety for students during dismissal.
Expedite the dismissal process, minimizing wait times for everyone.
Ensure the safety of all students by verifying authorized pickups.
How to Communicate Your Child's Plans
There are a few easy ways to let us know about your child's dismissal plans:
Email the school at: prince.peace@ocsb.ca
Call the school office before 3:15 PM.
Dismissal Procedure:
The window for end-of-day pick-up is strictly between 3:40 and 3:45 pm. This is to minimize interruptions to the classroom and allow staff to safely prepare for the end of the day.
Please note that students will not be released before 3:40 pm unless there is a pre-arranged need for an earlier departure (e.g., sports practice, dental appointments, etc.).
If students are being picked up for a special appointment or a sports practice, we ask that you email the school that morning at prince.peace@ocsb.ca. For safety, we ask that you choose a pick-up time of 3:40 pm or before 3:20 pm. Students will not be called out of class between 3:20 pm and 3:40 pm.
We appreciate your cooperation in helping us maintain a safe and efficient dismissal process.
Forks and Spoons!
Forks and Spoons!
We are experiencing a huge demand for forks and spoons at lunch time. Please send your child with the appropriate cutlery to eat their lunch. We do not want to keep handing out plastic forks and spoons. It is not good for the environment and it is an expense that can be eliminated if cutlery is provided from home. Thank you so much!
By your side: Parent/caregiver resources to support mental health learning and well-being for every family. Click here.
Key topics in the Parent/Caregiver Learning Hub include:
· understanding mental health
· promoting mental health at home
· supporting mental health at school
· stress and anxiety management
· substance use prevention
· navigating digital technology use
· reaching out for help
Volunteer with us!
Click here to submit your vulnerable sector check and become a volunteer at the school!
Prince of Peace School Council
School Council meets on the second Thursday of every month. We are looking for new members/parents to help us plan and organize fun events, support fundraising efforts and make decisions on behalf of the school community. For more information or to sign up to get involved, click here. Our next meeting is October 9 at 4:30.
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