Ms. Kenney's January 4 2026 Newsletter
Dear Swift Families,
Happy New Year! We hope that you had a wonderful holiday, we can’t wait to hear about all the memories that were made and are excited to see everyone tomorrow.
If you are extending vacation or have sick kids, please don’t forget to log absences on SafeArrival, emailing the office, or calling the school (604-853-7730). Reporting early is very helpful for us and our morning routines!
A couple of quick reminders to get us through this week.
It is RAINY season!
We would like to remind all families that we go outside even on the rainy days. Please be sure to dress students for the weather in the morning – boots, raincoats, umbrellas, and maybe even hats and mitts on the cooler days. Please don’t think “but it’s sunny” and decide to send them without – the weather changes far too quickly to take that risk!
Also, please make sure that there are ‘extras’ in their backpack – pants and socks are often victims of puddles and other wet tumbles. We simply do not have enough extras to meet the needs at school. An extra set or 2 in the backpack make for some much happier days!
Lost and Found
The latest batch of lost and found has been posted to the website – please check and see if anything belongs at your house! There are MANY wonderful items that are missing their home. The items posted will be donated over Family Day weekend in February.
Kindergarten Registration – Begins Monday January 19th at 8:30 am
It's hard to believe, but it is time for Kindergarten registration! If you have a child or know a child who is turning 5 in 2026 this is the time to register for Kindergarten!
Registration opens on Monday January19th at 8:30am. There is a lot of information and different ways to register, please see our website, for all this information.
Please spread the word around the community - the sooner families register, the better. It is very helpful having accurate numbers when we begin planning for next year. We are looking forward to welcoming the next class of Kindergarteners to Swift!
PAC News
A big thank you to everyone that generously donated to the Christmas Raffle Fundraiser! We raised $2100 and had some extremely happy winners! This money goes directly back to presentations, field trips, and so many things that benefit each student.
Show some Swift Spirit at an Abbotsford Canucks Game! January 25th @ 4pm vs. San Diego. This event was a raving success last year! The school community is seated together to cheer on our local team, have some fun, and relax together. Tickets are available online where you can choose your seats! We have a reserved section for students, friends, and family. Click here to buy tickets! PAC profits $6 from every ticket sold!
Please join us at our next PAC Meeting on January 15th @ 6pm in the library. We hope to see you there! Keep up to date with all things PAC at www.taswiftpac.com
Important Dates for the next 2 weeks – see calendar – for updates:
5 – First Day back
15 – PAC Meeting @ 6:00
16 – Field Trip – Div. 9 & 12 – Fishtrap Creek Park