Foothills Elementary At Foothills we “SOAR”.

MAY 17, 2018 NEWSLETTER #10

WE ARE NUT & SCENT AWARE!

Principal’s Message

Friday, May 18th

Pizza Hot Lunch (Proceeds to Gr.7 Year-

end Celebration)

Monday, May 21st Victoria Day Stat (school closed)

Monday, May 28th Pledge forms due

Bowl for Kids’ Sake

Thursday, May 31st Intermediate Musical

11 am & 1:15 pm

Friday, June 1st

Jump Rope for Heart

Monday, June 4th

NID (no school)

Wednesday, June 6th Welcome to Kindergarten

3:00 – 4:00 pm

Monday, June 11th PAC Meeting 6:30 pm

Thursday, June 14th Primary CSL Writing Day

No school Divs 1-8

Friday, June 15th Intermediate CSL Writing

No school Divs 9-13

Wednesday, June 27th Sports’ Day – Morning

Thursday, June 28th Last day of School

At Foothills We ―SOAR‖

Many thanks to PAC for the Spring Dance! Between the

decorations, movie, music and goodies it was a great event

enjoyed by many families and students! It takes an incredible

amount of work to do this event and it is truly appreciated –

Thank you!

Ten students went with Mr. Lang to the Regional Heritage fair

two weeks ago. They represented our school extremely well

with their attitude and enthusiasm. Well done!

Coming up shortly we will be doing two fundraisers. Primary

students can be involved in Jump Rope for Heart which raises

money for the Canadian Heart and Stroke Foundation and

culminates in a jumping event on the afternoon of June 1. Bowl

for Kids’ Sake is the second fundraiser which involves all

students. The money raised for this goes towards the local Big

Brothers and Big Sisters organization. As a thank you for

participating in the Bowl for Kids’ Sake, Big Brothers and Big

Sisters pay for all of us to go bowling including the bussing to

and from the bowling alley.

Mark your calendars for our intermediate musical, ―Give My

Regards to Broadway‖ on May 31. We look forward to

welcoming families and friends to this event. Many thanks to

Mrs. Neumann and Ms. Helfrich for organizing this musical

performance.

May is the month that an informal Communication of Student

Learning will be occurring. This could come in any number of

communication forms: written, email, phone call, open house,

student self-assessment or other creative way. At the end of

June the formal Summative Report will be handed out to all

students. Have a marvellous, magnificent and memorable May

long weekend!

Mrs. J. Jackson

Need to Knows:

Parents/Visitors @ School

All visitors/parents are to report to the office upon entry into the

school. If your child is being picked up for any reason the office staff will call your child to the office to meet you. Lunches,

backpacks, homework, etc., can be dropped off at the office as well. Please no visitors/parents waiting in the hallways or outside classrooms. Thanks for your cooperation.

Music News:

Thursday, May 31st

11:00 am & 1:15 pm

Our Intermediate students are practicing their dance moves to a

variety of songs. Costume suggestions have gone

home so please support your child by helping them prepare their costumes.

There will be approximately 250 available seats per show. These seats are available on a first come first served basis. Please do not arrive prior to when the doors open. Thanks for your

cooperation.

NOTE: We are looking for “NEWSPAPER BOY” hats if

you may have one at home we would like to borrow it!

Dress Code

With the warmer weather finally upon us this is a reminder of our school dress code:

Clothing free of profanity, prejudice, drug or alcohol references

Tank top straps = 3 fingers wide

Skirt/short length = length of arms when extended down Hats – may be allowed at the discretion of the teacher – hats

are not allowed during assemblies, in music class or in the library

All students need non-marking indoor shoes NOTE: It still is chilly in the mornings – please have your child dress accordingly.

Foothills’

SOAR

Expectations

In the GYM I will

show Safety by:

Wearing indoor

running shoes Be aware of my

surroundings

Use equipment safely

I will show

Ownership,

Achievement and

Respect by:

Listen and follow all directions

Cooperate and encourage

(Sportsmanship) Help use and

return equipment

Play by the rules

Newsletters are sent home via email and the

website!

We are NUT and SCENT Aware!

Bicycles/Scooters Helmets must be worn

Please walk bikes when on school grounds

Proper bike locks need to be used to secure bikes at the racks

The school is not responsible for lost or missing bikes/helmets

Due to limited storage, please no scooters at school at this

time

May’s Sacred Teaching: The Turtle = Truth

Truth is represented by the turtle as he was here during creation of Earth and carries the teachings

of life on his back. The turtle lives life in a slow and meticulous manner, because he understands

the importance of both the journey and the destination. Truth is to know all of these things.

Apply faith and trust in your teachings. Show honour and sincerity in all that you say and do. Understand your place in this life and apply that understanding in the way that you walk.

Be true to yourself and all other things.

Library News:

Books, Books, Books…..

It’s getting to be that time of year when we start doing inventory in the Library. Please, please help your child look for any overdue books that he/she may have. Otherwise, we

will be sending home bills to help with the replacement cost of these lost books. The last

day for students to borrow books will be June 8th. Thanks in advance for your cooperation!

Bowl for Kids’ Sake

Fundraising envelopes were sent home last week to raise money to support the Big Brothers/Big Sisters in-school mentoring program.

Pledge forms are due back to your child’s classroom teachers by May 28th. In return Big Brothers/Sisters will be sending every Foothills’ student on a free field trip to go bowling between June 5-6th. More

details and permission forms coming home soon. Thanks in advance for participating in this excellent fundraiser for a terrific program for

students.

Jump Rope for Heart

The primary students of Foothills will be participating in Jump Rope for Heart on Friday, June 1st in the afternoon. You may see students in your neighborhood collecting donations

for the BC heart and Stroke Foundation. By fundraising for Jump Rope for Heart, donations fund critical research that’s saving lives, preventing heart disease and stroke, and

supporting survivors and their families. Here are just some of the ways the dollars you raise

help:

• $31 million supported approximately 1,000 top medical researchers across Canada.

• 8,000 life-saving automated external defibrillators (AEDs) were placed in

communities across Canada.

• e-Tools ~ (such as the Heart & Stroke Risk Assessment) were developed to empower all Canadians to lead healthier lives.

We partnered to create ~ Stop Marketing to Kids~— a campaign protecting kids from unhealthy food and beverage advertising.

FoodSafe Certification for PAC Volunteers:

For school food programs and PAC fundraising where food is involved, at least one on-site parent is

required to have valid FoodSafe certification. District DPAC is offering a FoodSafe course for PAC volunteers

on May 26th from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm.

Cost is $25.00, but if any of our Foothills School PAC members would like to take the course the PAC will

cover the cost, just bring us your receipt and we will reimburse you. You must register at the web link

below.

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/prince-george-dpac-foodsafe-for-pacs-may-26-2018-registration-

44353160497?ref=ebtn

Next PAC Meeting: Monday June 11th@ 6:30 pm

This is the last meeting this school year. This is the AGM and the voting for next year’s Executive will take place at this meeting.

PAC NEWS:

DISTRICT 57 Tapestry Singers You are invited to attend, ―Be Our Guest‖, a choral concert on Saturday, June16th, along with many special

guests, including: Barb Parker, Curtis Abriel, José Delgado-Guevara, and Rob Hannigan.

―Be Our Guest‖ is a concert that celebrates the joyful young voices of both the JUNIOR and SENIOR

Tapestry Singers. Selections will range from contemporary to traditional and offer something for everyone.

There will be familiar melodies, including: ―On the Sunny Side of the Street‖, ―Peace Like a River‖, ―Be Our

Guest‖, ―Let it Shine!‖, and ―Un Canadien Errant‖. There will also be lesser known melodies, including

―Thanks and Praise‖, ―I Want Two Wings‖, ―Love Divine‖, and ―Bandyrowe‖. Several selections feature

choreography by Tapestry’s Senior Singer, Ellie Prendergast, and local dancer and educator, Kristen

Helfrich.

Did you sing “Amovolovolo” at SINGFEST this year?

If so, attend this concert and you can perform this selection along with the Tapestry Singers!

When: Saturday June 16th Time: 2:00 pm and 8:00 pm (two shows)

Where: St. Michael’s Anglican Church Tickets: Studio 2880 Cost: $15 Age 5 and under free

Have a fantastic MAY LONG WEEKEND!

Please note: Sports’ Day is a school organized event put on by the teachers at Foothills.

Sports’ Day is a half day event in the morning only ending with a PAC sponsored $2 Hot Lunch

(order forms will be sent home)

Parents and siblings are welcome to attend to cheer the students on and enjoy the outdoors

Concession is offered for parents/siblings and will be open outside just before lunch running until

the end of lunch recess. Please note: CASH ONLY

Students will be able to purchase frozen treats at lunch recess

Students will return to their classrooms to have their Hot Lunches – IF students have family at

school they are welcome to join them for lunch outside.

Regular classes will resume after lunch

We’re looking forward to a successful Sports’ Day….Hope for lots of SUN!!!