November 2025

📅 School calendar update 📅

Please go to the school website under calendar or HERE to view our school calendar. We will continually update this as the year goes on.

Please watch the video for further explanation on different calendars and how to subscribe.

Informal Learning Updates are the week of November 3-7.

Program: This free, drop-in early childhood program is open to parents and caregivers of children 0 to 5 years. For more information about StrongStart, click the link.

Visitor Sign in Protocol

In order to enhance school safety measures and minimize disruptions during school instructional hours, we have implemented a new visitor sign in system.

ALL visitors are now required to sign in at the office with Mrs. Beauchamp and grab a visitor tag. If you student arrives late, staff will walk them to class.

If a visitor is expected by a classroom teacher, Mrs. Beauchamp will call the classroom to let the teacher know and then instructions on how to proceed will be given.

We appreciate your cooperation in our efforts to make Fruitvale Elementary School a safe and productive environment for your children.

Our school is working on "I statements" with a focus on communication here at FES. Please practice these at home and encourage your children to use "I Statements" when discussing issues with peers, classmates, and adults or showing their learning in class.

Communicating encompasses the set of abilities that people use to impart and exchange information, experiences, and ideas; effectively using communication forms, strategies, and technologies. People who communicate effectively use their skills and strategies intentionally to ensure understanding for their audience, communicating in an increasing variety of contexts and purposes, and often with multiple audiences.

Here are examples of I statements around "Communication" and "Collaboration".

We have some new PAW awards for students who are communicating with "I statements" as we continue with our learning.

Drop off food from November 3 - 7

Photo Retakes

October 29th. Say Cheese!

We will be holding an assembly on Friday November 7th

Pro D Day on Monday, November 10th (no school in session).
No school on November 11th

Pancakes at FES

Mr. Page, Mrs. Fayant and Mrs. Proulx make pancakes for our kiddos. Please see your classes time and date! We make sure we follow all allergies as we do have gluten and dairy free options on specific days.

We will be having our Winter Concert on Wednesday, December 17th.

10:30am and 5:30pm

Tickets will be in the December newsletter. We will be doing cash by donation at the door. This money will go towards a new projector from the gym.

Our OPEN HOUSE was a great success. Thank you to all the families and staff that made this a great experience. Also, a big shout out to the PAC and these amazing young athletes from the Beaver Valley Nitehawks.

Check out the Nitehawks schedule here and support the local hockey team.

A huge shout out to Mike at Glacier Honda for the donation of your time and food.

Indigenous Education at FES with Mrs. Graf

Lunch Groups
This month, we are continuing our Lunch Cultural Connection Groups! Grade 6 students are invited to join on Tuesdays, and Grade 7 students on Thursdays. These groups provide a welcoming space for students to connect, build friendships, and enjoy positive lunchtime interactions while working on different crafts and projects. November is Beading Month! Students will have the opportunity to create bracelets and beaded animals. This hands-on activity encourages creativity, fine motor skills, and appreciation for the cultural significance of beading in many Indigenous traditions.

Social Emotional Learning (SEL)
We are beginning our Social Emotional Learning initiative, focusing on positive peer relationships and strategies for navigating challenging social situations. SEL groups will be available for students who wish to participate, supporting our school’s goal of fostering empathy, respect, and well-being for all learners.

Learning Highlights
This month, students will also be learning about:

Indigenous Veterans Day (November 8) — recognizing and honouring the contributions and sacrifices of Indigenous veterans.
The Indigenous Poppy — exploring its symbolism and connection to remembrance and reconciliation.

The link for the book fair is HERE.

November 17 - Browsing Day - Students can not purchase. They write a wish list of their top items.

November 18 & 19 - Sales from 8:30am to 3:00pm. Parents can come in from 2:20 - 3:00pm

November 20 - Clean up - no more sales

Parents who want to volunteer, please sign up here. If you can take multiple spots, that would be great.

Halloween Costume Day: October 31st OR dress in black and orange

NO inappropriate, offensive costumes, weapons, or pieces that depict violence, please

Handing Out Goodies In-Class:

If teachers would like to hand out goodies to the class, please:

Designate one adult to distribute sealed, pre-packaged goodies. No home baked goodies.
Ensure hands are clean before and after handling goodies.

Candy at school:

We are encouraging candy from Halloween to stay home.

SPECIAL DAYS and🍕 Hot Lunch DATES🍕 CLICK HERE

All orders will be done through PAC and this website fes.parentcouncil.net. Also, your orders are due a week prior to each hot lunch date. Any questions can be sent to pacfruitvale@gmail.com

Hat and Jersey Day: Friday November 21st!!

Winter is coming and we need to wear appropriate boots, clothing, and other accessories that will keep us warm. If your child needs spare clothes, please send them.

We are going to do a Liberty Foods gift card fundraiser before Christmas. These gift cards are a great gift idea for family or friends. Starting November 4th you can print them off from the link below or pick them up at the office.

Fruitvale Elementary School has teamed up with Liberty Foods for a fantastic fundraiser and we would greatly appreciate everyone’s help in making it successful!

We have the opportunity to raise money by buying Liberty Foods gift cards in volume. Gift cards are purchased at face value, for example; a $50 gift card costs $50, so this is a fundraiser that costs nothing extra, you get what you pay for. This is an excellent opportunity for everyone to pre-pay for groceries while helping our school at the same time.

ALL orders are due by Thursday, December 4th at 3pm.

Please pick up your purchased cards in person on Thursday, December 11th or Friday December 12th before 3pm.

Thanks in advance for everyone’s participation, the more gift cards we order the more funds we raise for our school!

Students will be given a form to go home.

Link here for more information. You can print this form out or get one from the office.

Parents/Guardians you are all members of the PAC and we want your feedback! Please complete this short survey by Tuesday Nov. 11 before 10 pm. You will have the option to enter our draw for a chance to win $100 gift card of your choice to a local business for participating with this survey.

https://forms.gle/6g2SmXjUYE4RwQQx9

PAC

Wednesday, November 12th · 6:00 – 7:00pm in the Library or Virtual - Link here

The PAC email is pacfruitvale@gmail.com if you have questions or concerns.

In the past, the Parent Advisory Council has been very involved and supportive of the programs, students and staff at FES.

Do not miss your opportunity to support and get involved in the school. Remember, all parents of FES students are encouraged and welcome to attend - your help and support would be greatly appreciated. Hope to see you there.

Did you know there is a lending library parent help books available? Contact FES PAC at pacfruitvale@gmail.com for more information or visit our website fes.parentcouncil.net

PAC is running a FES swag store so if you missed the one in September you have another chance! Orders will arrive the week before Christmas break. Store opens Monday Nov.10 and will close Monday Nov. 24 by midnight. Link for the store will be active during that time period.

https://feslfallstore.itemorder.com/shop/home/

How to view your child's formal learning update?

Term 1 formal learning update will be available for viewing on the MyEd BC Parent Portal on Thursday, December 18th.

We have great information on how to view your child's report card on our school website at www.fes.sd20.bc.ca. The work done by staff to support all kids is much appreciated. You can click HERE as well or go to the school website.

Families, please go over your child's formal learning update (aka report card) with them. Look for areas of success and where we can grow and learn. As we move on through the year, how we are all working as a team to support the learners at FES is important. Please follow the link above or on our website. If you are still having issues, call the school for support. Remember you may need to update your password.

Daylight Savings Time ends on Sunday, November 2nd.

“Fall back” - turn your clocks back one (1) hour on Saturday, November 1st before you go to bed.

ALSO A GREAT TIME TO CHANGE THE BATTERIES IN YOUR SMOKE DETECTOR (S).

What is happening at FES?

Check out the pictures of some of the great things that are happening at FES.

FES Behaviour matrix

Our staff and students have been working hard on being proud learners.

At FES we are working on being respectful, safe, and responsible.

Our common language between all classes is showing an improvement in our learners. We are all proud to be apart of FES!

Click on the heading "FES Behaviour Matrix" above or view our website at www.fes.sd20.bc.ca

SAFE ARRIVAL SCHOOL MESSENGER

If your child[ren] will be absent from school, late or leaving early, please use SafeArrival School Messenger to inform us. - Download the App from Apple or Google Play Stores - Although teachers appreciate knowing, it is important that the office receive the notification so we can input the information into the system.

Thanks for using

SafeArrival School Messenger!

My School Bucks

MySchoolBucks will be used for parents/guardians to give consent for all school activities, field trips, permission forms and process fee payments.

Get Started Today

Download the app (Canadian app) or visit www.myschoolbucks.ca.
Create your free account using the same email address that you have registered with the school.
Add you student(s) using their school name/student ID.
Checkout using your credit/debit card.

If you need help with your registration, you can contact MSB directly by logging into your account to start a chat conversation or call (855) 832- 5226. For all other fees or school program questions please email fruitvale@sd20.bc.ca.

Teacher's will be in contact with parents regarding division specific activities.

Page updated

Report abuse