Braemar Bulletin

The last day in session for students, Thursday, June 29th, is a full day. Students will be dismissed at 3 pm. Have a wonderful summer!

What: Come meet other families who are entering Kindergarten at Braemar in September. Get familiar with the playground and being at Braemar. Siblings are welcome to join.

When:

1. Saturday, July 15 from 10:30am-12pm

2. Wednesday, July 26 from 6:00-7:30pm

3. Saturday, August 12 from 10:30am-12pm

Where: Primary playground at Braemar (small playground next to the garden).

Yearbooks will be printed in the summer and distributed in September. Deadline to pre order and avoid shipping costs is August 15.

Order here: https://store.shopyearbook.com/braemar-elementary-school-2023

And mark your calendar for our school-wide Welcome Back BBQ, which will be happening at Braemar on Thursday, August 31 from 4:30-7:00pm. Food truck (Mr. Tube Steak) will be on site. Mr. Tube Steak will be on site selling hotdogs (including vegan), snacks, and drinks. Cash, credit or debit accepted. Our grade 7s will be selling MaxFrut popsicles for $2.50 each. Cash only, and BPAC will be selling Braemar hats and toques for $20 each. Cash and e-transfer accepted.

In 2019, parents/guardians, in collaboration with Braemar Elementary School, made a request to the District of North Vancouver (DNV) to create a street mural in the cul-de-sac at the school entrance. This community engagement project aimed to raise awareness about road safety in the vicinity of the school. The project received support from DNV Council, as well as donations for paint and traffic control for deployment.

During the summer of 2023, the DNV will begin routine paving and road maintenance work on Mahon Avenue. This maintenance work is crucial to uphold the overall quality, safety, and functionality of the road. The paving will be completed before the opening of the school in September.

During the repaving activities, the existing road markings and the street mural on Mahon Avenue will be paved over. DNV staff have explored alternatives, but determined the complete paving is necessary.

With full appreciation of how special the street mural is to the Braemar School community, the DNV would like to work collaboratively with our school community to replace the mural following completion of the paving and road maintenance work.

The Society for Children and Youth of BC is reaching out regarding Kid Commute – A Walking School Bus initiative for September 2023, to inform you that the deadline for completing the Walking School Bus survey has been extended to June 23rd at 5pm.

Please find the survey here: https://forms.office.com/r/iZifYF3Ndr

If you missed the program introduction and information, please see the email below for details. For more information visit our wegpage and FAQ for parents and families of participating schools. If you have any questions, please direct them to walkingschoolbus@scyofbc.org.

Mina Macdonald (she/her/hers)

Project Coordinator - Walking School Bus

A reminder that families will not be required to purchase their own school supplies. Following the practice laid out for Kindergarten supplies, families of students in Grades 1 to 7 will be charged a set fee for school supplies required of that grade. Fees for these supplies will be collected via School Cash Online in September, 2023, and staff will order supplies as needed, helping reduce costs to families. For example, if your child is currently in Kindergarten to Grade 6, the fees will be payable to the school in September.

Good-byes...

As another school year draws to a close, it is with mixed emotions that we bid farewell to some remarkable individuals who have been an integral part of our school community. Their contributions and dedication have made a significant impact on the lives of our students, and we are truly grateful for their presence among us.

Firstly, we would like to extend our heartfelt farewell to Sacha Thompson and Michele Twemlow. Both Sacha and Michele have been invaluable members of our staff. Their unwavering commitment to student success and their ability to create a nurturing learning environment will be greatly missed. We wish them the best as they embark on new journeys in their respective schools, confident that their expertise will continue to shape young minds and make a positive difference.

Next, we bid adieu to Judy Hope, Cathy Piteux, Sarah Ross, Clarice Scop, Nick Szeto, and Amanda Zayonc. They have been an integral part of our staff, bringing fresh perspectives and enthusiasm to the classroom. Their dedication and ability to connect with students have made a lasting impact during his time here. Although their departure is bittersweet, we are grateful for the time we had with them and wish them continued success in their future endeavours.

Lastly, we would like to extend warm wishes for a joyous retirement to Barb Scobie and Rival Roussel. Barb and Rival have dedicated their careers to education, leaving an indelible mark on countless students throughout the years. Their wisdom, experience, and unwavering commitment to our school community have been truly remarkable. As they embark on this new chapter of their lives, we hope they will cherish the memories they have made and enjoy a well-deserved rest. Their legacy will continue to inspire both students and educators for years to come.

As we say goodbye to these outstanding individuals, let us remember the lasting impact they have had on our school community. We are grateful for their contributions and the positive influence they have had on the lives of our students. We wish them all the best in their future endeavours and hope that their paths may cross with ours again in the future.

Please have a final look at the Lost & Found items in the photos below and collect your lost items. Remaining articles will be donated at the end of the year.