{"id":3812,"date":"2025-09-21T19:44:45","date_gmt":"2025-09-22T02:44:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/elementary.sd42.ca\/albion\/?p=3812"},"modified":"2025-09-21T19:55:50","modified_gmt":"2025-09-22T02:55:50","slug":"weekly-memo-september-22-26-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/elementary.sd42.ca\/albion\/weekly-memo-september-22-26-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Weekly Memo- September 22-26, 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>\ud83c\udf1f Albion Elementary Weekly Memo<\/h1>\n<p><strong>Week of September 22\u201326, 2025<\/strong><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83c\udf89 School Highlights<\/h2>\n<h3>\ud83d\udeb4 Cops for Cancer Visit<\/h3>\n<p>Last Wednesday, we were fortunate to welcome\u00a0<strong>Cops for Cancer<\/strong>\u00a0to Albion! While we didn\u2019t reach our $1000 goal, we proudly raised\u00a0<strong>$650.00<\/strong>. Mrs. Von Krogh and I agree that our students have earned an\u00a0<strong>extended recess next week<\/strong>.<br \/>\n<strong>Way to go, All Stars!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-3813 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress1.blob.core.windows.net\/albion\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-21-at-7.24.36-PM.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"237\" height=\"303\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3814\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress1.blob.core.windows.net\/albion\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-21-at-7.31.36-PM.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"518\" height=\"310\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3815\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress1.blob.core.windows.net\/albion\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-21-at-7.33.46-PM.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"612\" height=\"376\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83c\udf1e School Theme: \u201cRise and Shine\u201d<\/h2>\n<p>This year, we\u2019re embracing the theme\u00a0<strong>\u201cRise and Shine\u201d<\/strong>\u00a0to guide our activities, assemblies, and weekly affirmations.<br \/>\nEach week, we share an affirmation over the announcements to spark meaningful conversations in classrooms and at home.<\/p>\n<h3>\u2728 Weekly Affirmation<\/h3>\n<p><strong>\u201cBe brave enough to try, and bright enough to grow.\u201d<\/strong><br \/>\nThis week\u2019s focus is on\u00a0<strong>Courage<\/strong>\u00a0and a\u00a0<strong>Positive Growth Mindset<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83c\udfa8 Passion Club Returns<\/h2>\n<p>Starting\u00a0<strong>Monday at 12:15 pm<\/strong>\u00a0in the Multi-Purpose Room, students in\u00a0<strong>Grades 2\u20137<\/strong>\u00a0are invited to work on a project they\u2019re passionate about.<br \/>\nStudents must bring their own supplies (e.g., drawing, writing, bracelet making, origami, beading, knitting, etc.).<\/p>\n<p>This club will meet every Monday.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcda Library Volunteers Needed<\/h2>\n<p>Ms. Mountfort is looking for\u00a0<strong>parent volunteers<\/strong>\u00a0to assist in the library.<br \/>\nIf you&#8217;re interested, please contact her at:<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udce7\u00a0<strong>jennifer_mountfort@sd42.ca<\/strong><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udccb Important Reminder<\/h2>\n<h3>2025\/2026 Student Verification Forms<\/h3>\n<p>Please review your child\u2019s verification form carefully, make any necessary corrections,\u00a0<strong>sign the back<\/strong>, and return it to the school\u00a0<strong>as soon as possible<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f PAC News &amp; Events<\/h2>\n<h3>\ud83d\udcda PAC Meeting<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Tuesday, Sept. 23 at 6:30 pm<\/strong>\u00a0in the library and via Zoom.<br \/>\nAll parents are welcome and encouraged to attend!<br \/>\n\ud83d\udd17 <a href=\"https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/87590699495?pwd=22bxkGBJqXhyXbud4CDybdsz2aLLXK.1\">Join Zoom Meeting<\/a><br \/>\nMeeting ID: 875 9069 9495<br \/>\nPasscode: 355216<\/p>\n<h3>\ud83c\udf2d Welcome Back BBQ &amp; Open House<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Thursday, Sept. 25 | 4:00\u20136:00 pm<\/strong><br \/>\nThanks to\u00a0<strong>Meridian Meats<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0<strong>Save-On-Foods<\/strong>, we\u2019ll be offering\u00a0<strong>complimentary hotdogs<\/strong>\u00a0(limited quantities).<br \/>\nA\u00a0<strong>cash-only concession<\/strong>\u00a0will be available for drinks and snacks.<br \/>\nClassrooms open from\u00a0<strong>5:00\u20136:00 pm<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83c\udf83 Upcoming PAC Events<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Oct. 3<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Fun Friday: Treat Bags ($2 after school)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Oct. 7<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Parent Session:\u00a0<em>Keeping Kids Safe Online<\/em>\u00a0(Zoom @ 7:00 pm)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Oct. 17<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 PAC Subway Hot Lunch (pre-order via Munchalunch)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Oct. 17<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Halloween Family Dance (details to follow)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Nov. 15<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 PAC Christmas Market<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83e\udde1 Indigenous Education<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-3816 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress1.blob.core.windows.net\/albion\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-21-at-7.12.28-PM.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"356\" height=\"487\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3817\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress1.blob.core.windows.net\/albion\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-21-at-7.12.58-PM.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"379\" height=\"497\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83c\udfd8\ufe0f Community Information<\/h2>\n<h3>\ud83d\udeab Substance Use Prevention Series<\/h3>\n<p>In partnership with\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.openparachute.ca\"><strong>Open Parachute<\/strong><\/a> and Ministry of Education and Child Care has developed the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www2.gov.bc.ca\/assets\/gov\/erase\/documents\/mental-health-wellness\/substance-use-prevention-series.pdf\">Substance Use Prevention Series<\/a>\u00a0to equip parents, caregivers and guardians with practical tools and strategies for supporting substance use prevention in the home.<\/p>\n<p>This three-part webinars series, accompanied by a dedicated Q&amp;A section, translates key concepts into everyday scenarios \u2013 empowering families to engage in open, proactive conversations about substance use to build resilience in children and youth.<\/p>\n<h3>\ud83d\udc99 Kiwanis Club of Golden Ears<\/h3>\n<p>Provides up to\u00a0<strong>$200\/year<\/strong>\u00a0for students in financial need to participate in extracurricular activities.<br \/>\nApplications must be supported by the school principal.\u00a0 See <a href=\"https:\/\/wordpress1.blob.core.windows.net\/albion\/2025\/09\/KIWANIS-CLUB-OF-GOLDEN-EARS-Extracurricular-Activity-Fund-Application.pdf\">KIWANIS CLUB OF GOLDEN EARS Extracurricular Activity Fund Application<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>\ud83e\udde0 Family Education &amp; Support Centre<\/h3>\n<p>Maple Ridge \u2013 Pitt Meadows School District No. 42, in partnership with the Family Education &amp; Support Centre, is offering evening Zoom workshops during the fall term.<\/p>\n<p>Registration and session information can be found in the attached flyer or on our\u00a0<u><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sd42.ca\/after-school-programs\/\" data-outlook-id=\"07f3b160-5de4-46c0-8424-ba5d7c034dd9\">district website<\/a><\/u>. Registration is limited to one parent\/caregiver as spaces are limited; however, more than one parent\/caregiver may participate in the Zoom meeting. A 24-hour cancellation notice is required for a refund. Class materials and Zoom links will be emailed to you before the session.<\/p>\n<p><em>For more information, please contact Hannah Macdonald, program manager, community connections and healthy living, at 604.837.2384 or\u00a0<\/em><em><u><a href=\"mailto:hannah_macdonald@sd42.ca\" data-outlook-id=\"042e49b2-4046-47a4-8279-1bf3b1d7b543\">hannah_macdonald@sd42.ca<\/a><\/u><\/em><em>.<\/em><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcc5 This Week\u2019s Events<\/h2>\n<h3>Monday, Sept. 22<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Passion Club (MPR) \u2013 12:15 pm<\/li>\n<li>Rec Volleyball Practice \u2013 Lunch<\/li>\n<li>Rec Home Game vs Websters Corners<\/li>\n<li>Running Club \u2013 2:30 pm @ Netplex<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Tuesday, Sept. 23<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Boys Competitive Volleyball Practice \u2013 7:30 am<\/li>\n<li>Girls Competitive Volleyball Practice \u2013 2:30 pm<\/li>\n<li>PAC Meeting \u2013 6:30 pm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Wednesday, Sept. 24<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Boys Home Game vs MRCS<\/li>\n<li>Running Club \u2013 2:30 pm @ Netplex<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Thursday, Sept. 25<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Girls Home Game vs MRCS<\/li>\n<li>Rec Volleyball Practice \u2013 Lunch<\/li>\n<li>PAC BBQ &amp; Open House \u2013 4:00\u20136:00 pm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Friday, Sept. 26<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Boys Competitive Volleyball Practice \u2013 7:30 am<\/li>\n<li>Individual Photos<\/li>\n<li>Girls Competitive Volleyball Practice \u2013 2:30 pm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udccc Upcoming Dates to Remember<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Sept. 29<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Intermediate Assembly (8:45 am) \/ Primary Assembly (10:45 am)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sept. 30<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 National Day for Truth &amp; Reconciliation (No School)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Oct. 10<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 School Growth Plan Day<\/li>\n<li><strong>Oct. 13<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Thanksgiving (No School)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Oct. 24<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Provincial Pro-D Day<\/li>\n<li><strong>Oct. 29<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Albion Pumpkin Patch<\/li>\n<li><strong>Oct. 31<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Costume Parade<\/li>\n<li><strong>Nov. 7<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Remembrance Day Assembly<\/li>\n<li><strong>Nov. 10<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Professional Development Day<\/li>\n<li><strong>Nov. 11<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Remembrance Day<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\ud83c\udf1f Albion Elementary Weekly Memo Week of September 22\u201326, 2025 \ud83c\udf89 School Highlights \ud83d\udeb4 Cops for Cancer Visit Last Wednesday, we were fortunate to welcome\u00a0Cops for Cancer\u00a0to Albion! 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