Weekly Memo October 27th- 31st

Mon, October 27

Grade 4-7 cross country runners please see M Bamford in the Gym at long recess.

Tues, October 28

Wed, October 29

Thurs, Oct 30th
PAC Halloween Dance (Tickets must be purchased through Munch a Lunch. Limited space)

Fri, October 31st
Halloween Morning celebrations-- We invite students and staff to dress up in FRIENDLY FUN (no gore, weapons, blood, masks please).

Many students who attend Ecole Hammond Bay celebrate Halloween. All students, regardless of whether they celebrate Halloween or not, are invited to wear a costume on Friday Morning (October 31) over a pair of regular clothes to show their friends and classmates. Students will have a chance to parade through the gym in their costume prior to small recess.

Halloween Costume and Safety Rules at school:

• Age-appropriate costumes, No gore, No weapons. All faces must be visible so students can be identified (no masks please). Shoes must be practical (no high heels).
• All students must have regular school clothes, proper shoes, and outerwear for recesses and the remainder of the school day following the costume parade and Halloween Safety Assembly.

• Parents, please provide your child with a bag to store their costume in after the parade. They will not wear costumes out to recess.

Inclusion and Halloween:

• All students are invited to dress up and participate in the parade if they wish. Students whose families do not celebrate Halloween may contact their teacher and ask that their child be excused from the event. Those students may go to the library and read/draw during the parade assembly. Students also have the option of witnessing the parade by watching it without participating.

Cross Country meet is on October 28th. Thank you to all of the parent volunteers who are coming to help out at the race this year. If you have any questions prior to the race please email M Bamford at david.bamford@sd68.bc.ca

Go Hornets!

Grade 6/7 Football Team Playoffs

The grade 6/7 football teams are entered in the playoffs next week. First games are scheduled for Wednesday Oct 29. More information will follow as the date approaches.

PAC Halloween Dance

Don't miss out on your tickets to the PAC Halloween Dance on Thursday Oct 30th.
Tickets must be purchased ahead of time through Munch a lunch.
Please note that this event is not run through the office. All questions go to: ecolehammondbaypac@gmail.com

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
• Next hot lunch is Friday October 31st - Jalapenos
• Next popcorn day will be Tuesday November 18th

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

• 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)

To apply for a CRC, please use the following link and access code:

https://justice.gov.bc.ca/criminalrecordcheck/

NLPS access code - UQ4T7XXBHE

STEP 1: By completing the online application you agree to the terms and conditions for the CRRP Applicant Based Online Service to facilitate a criminal record check and to share the completed criminal record check information with Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools.

• Only need your BC Services Card for identity verification

• First time users will be directed to activate their card by video or in person through Service BC

• No cost to apply (but for some there may be a cost for the actual check, more details at the bottom)

• To activate and use your BC Services Card, you must verify your identity. Available options include Verify Your Identity by Video (through a video call or by sending a video) or Verify Your Identity in Person.

Have your identity verified by using your BC Services Card. (this can take a 3-5 days)

• If individuals do not have a BC Services Card, they will be re-directed to the current Equifax process (during transition period only, as this will be phased out) or to fill out manually

STEP 2: Once you have verified your identity in step 1 above, eCRC Online service, begin the application process:

• Website: https://justice.gov.bc.ca/criminalrecordcheck

• Access Code: UQ4T7XXBHE

Once you have completed the online application, the Ministry of Justice will forward a copy to our District office where it will be put into our district database of volunteers. Your school has access to view this database and will be able to confirm that your criminal record check has been approved and completed.

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.

October 28th Cross Country meet

October 30th PAC Halloween Dance after school

October 31st PAC Hot Lunch - Jalapenos

November 10th Pro D Day - School Closed

November 11th Remembrance day - School closed

The parking lot will be CLOSED again on Monday, October 27 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