Weekly Memo November 17 - 21st

Monday November 17

Battle of the Books (grade 6/7) in the Library at big recess

Bantam (grade 7) Boys Volleyball practice after school

Tuesday November 18

Wednesday November 19

Thursday November 20
Grade 7 Boys Volleyball practice 7:30am

Gr 3-7 Pokemon Club at big recess

Grade 7 Girls Volleyball game after school - Go Hornets!

Friday November 21 *Monochrome Spirit Day (dress in all the same color)
Loose Parts Play (grade 2/3) in the Library at big recess

Leadership (grade 7) meeting in room 1001 at big recess

There are so many great things happening at Ecole Hammond Bay this Fall. From recess arts clubs, to sports to PAC sponsored events. We are so grateful to be a part of this vibrant community!

The office wishes to thank parent volunteers for helping out in the classrooms and on field trips. You make all the difference in enriching our student's educational experience!
We also want to give a shout out to the PAC and parent volunteers for the fantastic Halloween Dance- that was a ton of effort and everyone had a blast.
A special shout out to parent/DJ E. Devine of Island DJ company who volunteered his night and kept everyone dancing and singing.

Thank you to students in Division 15, led by M La Bounty for hosting the Remembrance Day Assembly this year. The presentation was a thoughtful and poignant reminder of the significance of commemorating the sacrifices of those who have served. You clearly put a lot of time and effort into preparing the assembly. Merci!

Congratulations again to all of our participants in last week’s District Cross Country Meet and to our Football Teams. Hammond Bay Cross Country Team finished in 2nd place out of all Nanaimo schools! Way to go Hornets!

Thanks to our parent volunteers who helped with all our teams, races and games. Another thank you goes to M. Palmer, M. Kevin, Mme. Alyssa, Mme. Zwick and Mme. Monica and Admin who all contributed in making Cross Country and/or Football successful this season.

A special thank you to Mr. Bamford for organizing the entire Cross Country season from start to finish, while also co-sponsoring the Football team with Mme Alyssa.

Cross Country Runners: A reminder to please wash and return all jerseys used in the races as soon as possible!

We are starting to see more rainy, windy days. To help students stay comfortable and focused, it’s important they come to school dressed for the weather. Waterproof jackets, boots, and umbrellas can make a big difference on wet days. Packing an extra pair of socks or keeping a change of clothes in backpacks is also a great idea—just in case!

Please remind your child to check the forecast before heading out, and encourage them to dress in layers to stay warm and dry throughout the day. A little preparation helps everyone enjoy the season safely and comfortably!

Grade 7 Volleyball Teams have now been formed and practices are underway.

Thank you to teacher sponsors and parent coaches for making this season happen!

All information regarding games and practices will be coming home from your teacher sponsors.

Grade 7 boys team: Curtis LaBounty curtis.labounty@sd68.bc.ca

Grade 7 girls team: Mariah Netzer mariah.netzer@sd68.bc.ca

Next Home GAME: Girls team. Thursday Nov 20th - HOME vs MCGIRR

Looking forward to our third PAC meeting of the year!

Join us next Wednesday, November 19, either online at the following link, or in person in room 1001 at the school.

Agenda: https://tinyurl.com/58me38h5

November PAC Meeting
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. (PST)

Meeting link: November PAC Meeting | Microsoft Teams | Meet-up-Join

PAC Classroom Reps Needed

We are still in need for a classroom rep for many of our divisions. If you are willing to help be a Class Rep (contact between classroom teacher and the PAC): please email ecolehammondbaypac@gmail.com and letting them know your name, your child's name and teachers name and your contact information.

Munchalunch

This is the system we use for our hot lunches and many of our fundraisers.

Please update your child's classroom for this year at https://munchalunch.com/schools/HammondBay

• Use an email address you check regularly as we sometimes need to reach out to you to clarify orders

Any questions or concerns please contact: ecolehammondbaypac@gmail.com

Thank you to all of the parent volunteers! Together you make a difference in our school.

PAC Website: Ecolehammondbaypac.mystrikingly.com

• SCREEN SENSE: an online Saturday Symposium, Registration: Screen Sense - Neufeld Institute Saturday November 22, 2025 9:00 am – 3:00 pm PT
• Rainbows Nanaimo, https://rainbowsnanaimo.ca/ (grief and loss groups for children which includes separation & divorce)
• NEYP Community Event Calendar, https://nanaimocdc.com/calendar/ (calendar of events designed to empower parents and caregivers by enhancing their connections, knowledge, and support networks)
• Nanaimo Pediatrics: https://nanaimopediatrics.com/ (a collaborative project implemented by the Nanaimo pediatricians and their medical office assistants)

*Note: If you don't have a BC Services Login, you will need to bring a piece of ID to the office.

This step can take up to three or EVEN MORE weeks (15 business days) or more in some cases.

In total (both steps) can take up to 20 (or more business) days….please tend to this, ASAP to avoid disappointment.

Our school uses an online payment system, SchoolCashOnline. Please make sure you are registered and familiar with accessing your account. We use this system for school fees, field trip fees and spirit wear sales.

If you have any questions, please contact info.hb@sd68.bc.ca.

November 26th First Term Progress Reports emailed home *end of day

November 28th PAC Hot Lunch - Edo Japan

December 5th Curriculum Implementation Day - School Closed

December 10th PAC Popcorn Day

December 12th PAC Hot Lunch - Subway

December 17th PAC meeting in room 1001, 6pm

The parking lot remains to be CLOSED for final paving work.

We apologize that there will be congestion during this time. Please use caution, slow down, and watch for pedestrians. We understand if your child arrives late due to the circumstances.

During this time, Neck Point Park will remain open for public use. Access is available through Morningside Road on the designated trailway or Hammond Bay Elementary Trailhead after 5 pm.

Limited parking is available nearby at Morningside Park or Hammond Bay Elementary School lot from 5-9 pm only.

Please be aware some parents have reported that they have received parking tickets while parked at Shores drive during pickup and drop-off times.

Ecole Hammond Bay

Vice Principal: Deborah Rundel

Main Office: Lizabeth Burgos

Email: info.hb@sd68.bc.ca
Location: 1025 Morningside Dr. Nanaimo, BC V9T 1N5
Phone: (250)-758-5711