Hello Families, 

Welcome to June! This is a fun and exciting month as we wind down the school year. There are so many things to celebrate over the next few weeks. Each class has many different activities planned, so be sure to keep up with you teacher emails and class calendars.

See below for this week’s update

Highlights from the last few weeks include:

• Creston Wildlife Centre –  Mrs. Sparks’ class went to the Creston wildlife centre for a day of environmental learning. What a great opportunity to learn about the animals, habitats and sustainable practices that are important to our environment.
• Swimming – Our Gr. 2-6 student have been going swimming for the past few weeks. Many thanks to PAC for their generous subsidy for this opportunity! Students have enjoyed swimming being part of their PE programming this month.
• Art Starts Performance –  We had the privilege of Quinn come to our school to give us a show in circus arts and tell his story of resilience and overcoming adversity. The students were mesmerized by his show and inspired by his story.
• Wild Voices Mindfulness – As part of a Wildsight grant, Mrs. Bonikowsky and Mrs. DeSousa’s class were able to participate in a program that took students outdoors and learn about connecting the land and being mindful to their learning. They each had great days at Kokanee Creek Park and Cottonwood lake out in nature.
• Outdoor learning – Other classes continue to enjoy this beautiful weather outdoors. Mrs. Lehnert and Mrs. Crosland/BenRabha’s classes go to the Maple Forest each week for outdoor learning and play.  
• Track and Field – Our Gr. 4/5 students participated in the district Track meet at Redfish school last week. Great effort South Nelson students!
• Classroom learning – continues in full force! There is still much to learn! Students are wrapping up writing projects, math units, art endeavours and passion projects. 

A few pieces of information/reminders for you:

1. Dressing for the weather – A reminder that as the weather warms up classes will be outdoors more. Please ensure your child comes prepared for the warm weather including a hat, water bottle and sunscreen in their backpack.
2. Lost and Found – With the on and off warm weather, we are getting  a collection of hoodies and outerwear in our lost and found. Drop by to find out what might belong to you! Anything left at the end of the school year will be donated.

Some upcoming dates (you can also find these posted on our calendar): https://southnelson.sd8.bc.ca/events/calendar)

• June 5 – Family Fun Night

• June 10 – Jump Rope for Heart

  • PAC meeting at Prestige 6pm

• June 13 - Science World

• June 16 – Kindergarten year end celebration

• June 18 – Gr. 5 Leaving assembly

• June 20 – Year End Fun day

• June 25 – Last day (Early dismissal at 11:33am)

• June 26 – Report cards released

Family learning resources: 

Some of our classes are participating in a sun smart challenge and learning how to protect themselves in the summer. For more information to learn as a family, check out the Canadian Cancer Society page

Here is a you tube video you can watch with your kids to learn more. 

Mrs. Snell