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Ms. Kenney's May 17 Newsletter

May 21, 2024

Dear Swift Families,

Don’t forget to keep an eye on the school and district website for many events and important dates happening throughout the year! The calendars for the next 3 school years are also available on the District website.

With the return of nicer weather, we have noticed several students arriving at school early in the morning on their own and staying long after school without a caring adult. Please remember that supervision runs from 8:15 until the morning bell, and afterschool until 2:40.

Volunteering & Upcoming Field Trips

With many field trips on the horizon, there will be plenty of volunteer opportunities. Just a reminder that all volunteers need a completed Criminal Record Check – this is done through the School Board Office, and an Annual Volunteer Form which can be completed at the office.

All information about volunteering can be found on our website.

Please keep an eye on your SchoolCash account for field trip permission forms and payment – there are many trips on the horizon.

Lost and Found – New Items Posted!

All the lost and found items that have been collected this spring are now posted on the website. Please take a peek and email if something is yours! All instructions for claiming items are posted. These items will be donated after June 27th.

Any items placed in the bin after today will be donated on July 3rd. Please continue to check the bin, and help us out by labelling your child’s belongings – especially outerwear and sweatshirts that tend to get taken off outside at recess and lunch!

PAC News

May 23rd is the PAC AGM. All executive positions are up for re-election this year. If you are interested in self-nominating or nominating someone else for one of the positions, please contact Tasha Mash directly. Position descriptors can be found in the PAC Constitution and Bylaws. Minutes from the April meeting are available on the school website.

Carnival is Coming and We Need Your Help!  We are excited to have the carnival just around the corner. To make this event happen we need a lot of volunteer help. Please go here to sign up. All Carnival information, including how to get your bracelets in advance can be found on the website. QR codes are also available on the beautiful window display at the front of the school.

Kindergarten and New Student (Gr. 1-5) Registration Is Ongoing

Registration for those starting Kindergarten or who will be new to Swift in grades 1-5 in September is open. There are a variety of ways to register, please see our website for 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.

School Supplies for 2024 – 2025

Supply lists for next year are posted on the website and ready to go. Ordering can be done directly through SchoolStart with delivery to your house.

Class Requests 2024-2025 & Moving

If you are interested in placing a class request for the 2024-2025 school year, please see information on the website,  the form is now open and will remain open until May 27. Please know that making class lists is a complex process, and while we will take your request into consideration, we cannot guarantee that all requests can be met.

If you have moved or are not planning on returning to Swift next year, please let us know. This helps a great deal with our planning as we move forward.

Dogs on School Property

In recent weeks we have noticed more dogs on the school ground at drop off and pick-up. Please be reminded that dogs – regardless of size are NOT permitted on school grounds – this is for student safety and security. If you want to add a dog walk to your pickup and drop off routine, please say good-bye or hello off the school grounds. Thank you for your cooperation.

Important Dates for the next 2 weeks – see calendar – for updates:

20 – No School – Victoria Day
21 – Grade 5 Visit to Clayburn Middle School
22 – Div. 1 & 2 Field Trip – Science World
23 – Ready Set Learn @ 5:45
23 – PAC Meeting & AGM @ 7:00
24 – Hot Lunch – Ricky’s
28 – Boys High Jump @ Sandy Hill
29 – Div. 10, 11, 13 Field Trip – Zoo
29 – Girls High Jump @ Sandy Hill