KLO Weekly Memo

⭐ Principal's Message

Way'/Hello/Bonjour,

This week, grade nine students across Canada participated in National Take Your Kid to Work Day. This experience provided our students with valuable opportunities to explore different careers, learn about workplace expectations and begin thinking about their own future pathways. We are hopeful that our students returned with new insights, questions, and inspiration about the many career opportunities that lie ahead. Thank you to the families, employers and community members who helped make these experiences possible.

Today, we held our first Student Voice Meeting, where students shared their perspectives, ideas, and recommendations about their school experiences. Hearing directly from students is one of the most important ways we can continue to improve our school. Their thoughtful feedback will help guide our decisions and ensures that our school remains a place where every student feels valued and heard. We appreciate the leadership our students demonstrated during these conversations.

Today, we had a moment of silence for National Indigenous Veterans Day A day dedicated to honoring the thousands of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis veterans who have served in Canada's military. Despite facing significant barriers and inequities, Indigenous veterans have made extraordinary contributions in times of war, military conflict, and peacekeeping efforts. November 8 is a day to learn about their sacrifices, recognize their courage, and reflect on the importance of reconciliation through education and understanding.

On Tuesday, November 10, our students and staff will come together for our KLO Remembrance Day assembly. As a diverse school community, we are grateful for the opportunities to learn from one another and acknowledge the contributions of all who shape our country and communities. Have a wonderful weekend, KLO.

Nathen Elliott

KLO Principal

📄Announcements

UBCO Go Eng Girls

UBCO's Geering Up department is hosting the next on-campus Go Eng Girl event for Grade 9 and 10 girls (the word "girl" includes trans, genderqueer, and non-binary participants) on Tuesday, Dec 1 2026. The topic we will be working with is "Sustainability is more than just a phrase; it's the way of the future". This session will include an opportunity for students to meet mentors, hear about their experiences, and dive into a hands-on challenge.

This is a free event for a maximum of 10 KLO students. Lunch and Bussing will be provided. If your student is interested in one of KLO's 10 spots, please complete this application form by November 10th. GoEng: Geering UP Girls

EVENT DETAILS

Topic: Fast Fashion Industry.

Date: Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2026

Time: 9:00 am – 2:00 pm

Location: UBCO Campus

Registration Deadline: Tuesday, Nov 24th , 2026

KLO Parking Lot

Please DO NOT PARK in Staff parking areas and be sure to leave the bus lanes on Gordon Drive accessible, at all times.

To ensure student safety, we kindly ask that you respect the signage and flow of the parking lot.
We encourage families to arrange drop-off and pick-up spots that are off campus, such as Okanagan College, Evangel Church, or Lanfranco Road.
Dropping off a little earlier or picking up a little later is also very helpful.
While waiting for your student(s), please do not let your car idle in the parking lot to ensure the health and wellbeing of everyone.

Thank you so much for your patience, understanding and support.

2026-2027 Yearbooks

Yearbooks can be purchased online through School Cash online or parents/guardians can purchase in the school office using cash, cheque or square. The cost is $40 and the deadline to purchase is February 28th. Yearbooks will be available on the last week of school in June.

📆Week of November 9 - November 13

Landbased Learning Week

November 9

9 novembre

Blocks 3456

November 10

10 novembre

Blocks 7112

Remembrance Day Assembly

Hockey Academy offsite at 1:15pm

November 11

11 novembre

No School

November 12

12 novembre

Blocks DD34

Discovery Day continues! For those classes that are offsite, please ensure that you have completed the field study permission form as sent home by the teacher.

November 13

13 novembre

Blocks 5671

Week of November 16-20

November 16 - FI Gr 9s Empire Crepes

Sproson Block 3 walking to Sandrine 10:25

November 16 Hockey Academy offsite at 1:15pm

November 18 Sproson Block 4 walking to Sandrine 10:25

November 20 - Harmony Day

FI Grade 9s Empire Crepes

🍴 "Clawsco" school store

Breakfast

During the school year, the school store will provide food every morning for any students who need it. No need to sign up - just stop by the “Cougar Den” cafeteria for some good brain food before a day of learning.

Breaks

There are no more snack vending machines at KLO! We will now be opening up Claswsco during breaktime and offering a variety of healthy snack options for students to purchase!

Lunch

Students can get lunch food three ways:

1. DAILY PAY: Bring cash or card daily to purchase the meal of the day and/or snacks ($5)

2. MONTHLY PAY: Sign up on SchoolCashOnline monthly and line up in the "prepaid" express line for the daily meal all month long

3. SCHOOL SPONSORED LUNCH: Email lindsey.stevens@sd23.bc.ca if your family could use food support and you will be added to the school sponsored list where you receive the daily meal for free

Monthly Pre-Paid Lunches

Pre-paying for the month guarantees your child gets the daily meal everyday and they do not have to wait in the main line up unless they are purchasing snacks. This will be available on SchoolCashOnline available now! Monthly Cost: December $60 /January $90 / February $80 / March $55 / April $100 / May $90 / June $80

Payments can be made on SchoolCashOnline.

*No refunds or partial refunds available for absences or food preferences due to the high

cost of food programming.

😊 Parent Advisory Council (PAC)

The purpose of the KLO PAC is to promote and improve the quality of education and the well being of students at KLO Middle School. Our PAC helps decide where to allocate the gaming funds to specific needs within our school. They also run school events and fundraisers to help improve the KLO community. If you have any questions or would like to add items to upcoming PAC agendas, please email KLO.PacPresident@sd23.bc.ca.

Return-It Express

KLO PAC has an ongoing fundraiser with Return-It Express. Please consider supporting your PAC when returning your cans/bottles. See more information HERE.

👟 Athletics

2026 Fall Teams

Basketball Is Starting Up!

Grade 8 Girls

First Practice: November 12th at LUNCH

Regular Practices will be Mondays from 3:30-4:45pm,

and Fridays from 7:45-8:45am

Grade 9 Girls Try Outs

November 16 from 7:30-8:30am and November 17th from 3:30-4:45pm

Grade 9 Boys Try Outs

November 5 and November 6 from 3:30-4:45pm

Volleyball:

Grade 7 Volleyball

Grade 7 girls

Tuesday at lunch & Thursday 7:45am - 8:45am

Grade 7 boys

Tuesday 7:30am - 8:30am & Wednesday at lunch

For detailed athletics information,

please see the KLO Athletics Website

🎲 Clubs

💲Fundraisers

Thinking of Christmas!?!?

Thinking of CHOCOLATE?

Support the KLO Quebec TRIP 2027 and order your treats here!

Accepting orders until December 2nd. Delivery will be around December 9th.

https://fundraising.purdys.com/fundraising/campaign/000033821/member/49853

2027 Québec TRIP - Backyard Beans Coffee Fundraiser

This fundraiser runs until Wednesday, December 2nd.

Coffee is $22 per pound. Please indicate type and if ground/beans. Click here to order: https://CentralOkanagan.schoolcashonline.com/Fee/Details/104776/15/False/True

❕Reminders

Walking Field Studies Form

Thank you to parents/guardians who have completed their Walking Field Study Form!

Our students must have a Walking Field Study completed by their parent/guardian prior to heading out on a class walk in the community. If you have more than one student at KLO, please complete one for each student attending KLO.

To complete the form please click the Parent/Guardian Field Studies Permission Link and use CODE: 273376.

Student Medical Alerts

If your child has a medical condition that their teacher and the school should know about, there are medical forms that must be filled out and updated every year. Epi-Pens and medication may be kept in the office with the appropriate documentation. Please come to the office or email klo@sd23.bc.ca to request medical forms.

Attention E-Scooters and E-bike Owners

E-Bikes and Electric Kick Scooters: As part of our shared commitment to student safety and well-being, we want to ensure all families are aware of the BC government’s regulations regarding the use of e-bikes and electric kick scooters. E-bikes and electric kick scooters have specific regulations under BC law to ensure safety and compliance. They also have a minimum age requirement: E-bikes (minimum age 16 -14 years for certain bikes), and E-scooters (minimum age of 16). Why this matters? Our school has a responsibility to support safe travel for all students. We can work together to prevent accidents and ensure that students are not unknowingly placed in unsafe or unlawful situations. We kindly ask for your partnership in reinforcing these expectations at home. More information can be found at the following links: E-Scooters and E-Bikes.

🤝 Community Events & Resources

Youth Nights

November 7 & December 5

Care Mentors Neeeded

Club Volleyball

Gifts of Hope

Art Blast

Spring/Summer Camps!

Art Discovery

National Child Day

The Central Okanagan School District's Appeals Process

Board Policy 3090 – Appeals states that, "A student or a parent of a student who is entitled to an educational program in the Central Okanagan Public Schools may appeal a decision of an employee of the Board of Education which significantly affects the education, health or safety of the student". For a complete description of the Appeals Policy, along with the recommended steps to follow in attempting to solve a problem, please refer to Policy 3090 – Appeals, that can be accessed from the 'Board Policies' link under the Board of Education heading on the School District homepage (www.sd23.bc.ca).

The Central Okanagan School District's Financial Hardship Clause

Within Administrative Procedure – Student Fees (Regulations), the Board of Education has indicated "that a student will not be excluded from any educational program due to financial hardship". Clause 8.5 in the Administrative Procedure states: "Principals are directed to establish a procedure in each school which will allow for the private and confidential consideration of financial circumstances of individual students and families. Such procedures will preserve the dignity of families who may be unable to pay". Please contact the school Principal if you are facing a financial hardship that may restrict the ability of your child to access a school program.

Please also ensure to include the following information in your September, January and June Newsletters:

The Central Okanagan School District's Sanctuary Schools Policy

Board Policy 4030 – Sanctuary Schools (see www.sd23.bc.ca) upholds the Board's commitment to providing educational opportunities for all students who are ordinarily resident in the Central Okanagan, including those with precarious immigration status or no immigration status.

Student registrations that pertain to Policy 4030 – Sanctuary Schools will be processed through the Welcome Centre.

Policy 4030 - Sanctuary Schools

Welcome Centre

Any questions?

Contact the KLO Office
Website: https://klo.sd23.bc.ca

Email: KLOOffice@sd23.bc.ca
Phone: 250-870-5106