{"id":3884,"date":"2025-10-27T14:21:55","date_gmt":"2025-10-27T21:21:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/elementary.sd42.ca\/albion\/?p=3884"},"modified":"2025-10-27T14:42:45","modified_gmt":"2025-10-27T21:42:45","slug":"albion-all-star-parent-memo-october-27-31-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/elementary.sd42.ca\/albion\/albion-all-star-parent-memo-october-27-31-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Albion All Star Parent Memo- October 27-31, 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>\ud83c\udf1f <strong>Albion All Star Parent Memo<\/strong><\/h1>\n<p><strong>Week of October 27\u201331, 2025<\/strong><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83c\udf1f <strong>Weekly Affirmation<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><em>&#8220;Each morning is a new chance to grow, learn, and shine. Let\u2019s greet the day with intention and joy.&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Families are encouraged to discuss this week\u2019s affirmation with their children and explore what it means to face challenges with confidence and strength.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><strong>Last Week\u2019s Highlights<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3>Albion Elementary Celebrates Cultural Diversity Through Fall Traditions<\/h3>\n<p>On <strong>Tuesday, October 21<\/strong>, students and staff came together for a vibrant <strong>Fall Celebrations Assembly<\/strong> featuring the <strong>Mid-Autumn Festival, Chuseok, Diwali, and D\u00eda de los Muertos<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Over the past month, dedicated student presenters spent their recesses and lunch hours planning, preparing, and rehearsing to bring these celebrations to life. Through engaging slideshows, songs, and a lively Bollywood dance, the audience gained a deeper appreciation for the beauty and significance of each tradition.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cShowcasing different fall celebrations supports the diverse identities of our students,\u201d shared Mrs. Kitamura, and Mrs. Wiens added, \u201cIt\u2019s wonderful to see students take pride in their identities and cultures\u2014and to witness how they support and celebrate one another.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>This assembly was a collaborative effort led by <strong>Mr. Jung, Mrs. Kitamura, and Mrs. Wiens<\/strong>, creating an inspiring celebration of <strong>community, culture, and connection<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-3893 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress1.blob.core.windows.net\/albion\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-27-at-1.51.17-PM.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"394\" height=\"300\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3887\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress1.blob.core.windows.net\/albion\/2025\/10\/PXL_20251021_182206264.jpg.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"462\" height=\"260\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3888\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress1.blob.core.windows.net\/albion\/2025\/10\/Diwali-Pic-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"543\" height=\"277\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3892\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress1.blob.core.windows.net\/albion\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-27-at-1.50.25-PM.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"415\" height=\"485\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-3897 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress1.blob.core.windows.net\/albion\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-27-at-2.13.01-PM.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"25\" height=\"28\" \/><\/strong><strong style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Wet Fall Weather<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>At Albion we run a West Coast Recess and Lunch where ALL students are required to go outside.\u00a0 \u00a0Please ensure that your child is dressed appropriately to do so (umbrella, jacket, boots).\u00a0 It is also recommended that they have a change of clothing in their backpack.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>\ud83c\udf83 <strong>Halloween Costumes \u2013 Guidelines &amp; Reminders<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Please review the letter sent via the Parent Portal from Superintendent <strong>Teresa Downs<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Reminders:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Be Kind &amp; Respectful<\/strong><br \/>\nCostumes should not mock or demean anyone\u2019s identity, culture, race, religion, age, or ability. Avoid stereotypes or offensive themes.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Be Thoughtful &amp; Safe<\/strong><br \/>\nNo costumes depicting violence, alcohol, or drugs. Replica weapons (toy guns, knives) are not allowed.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>Additional Notes:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Inflatable or multi-piece costumes may get damaged during the day.<\/li>\n<li>Small parts of a costume may get lost<\/li>\n<li>No masks please<\/li>\n<li>Avoid nut-containing treats and limit candy brought to school.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Let\u2019s keep our school <strong>safe, inclusive, and fun for everyone!<\/strong><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83c\udf05 <strong>Morning Opportunities<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>\ud83c\udfb2 <strong>Games Club<\/strong> \u2013 MPR, 8:00\u20138:25 AM (Enter via undercover MPR doors)<\/li>\n<li>\ud83e\udd63 <strong>Breakfast Club<\/strong> \u2013 8:00\u20138:20 AM (Grab-and-go after 8:20 via north side doors)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83c\udf7d <strong>November Universal Lunch Menu<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Purchased Lunches: $6 lunches from Simply Foods on Tuesdays and Thursdays which can be ordered via this link:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/simplyfoods.ahotlunch.ca\/login\">https:\/\/simplyfoods.ahotlunch.ca\/login<\/a><\/p>\n<p>The school code is\u00a0<strong>Albion<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/wordpress1.blob.core.windows.net\/albion\/2025\/10\/Maple-Ridge-November-2025-Menu-Final.pdf\">Maple Ridge &#8211; November 2025 Menu (Final)<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udc55 <strong>Lost and Found<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Our bin is nearly full! Weather permitting, it will be placed outside at the front of the school. Please check for missing items.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3895\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress1.blob.core.windows.net\/albion\/2025\/10\/IMG_0866.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"510\" height=\"383\" \/><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83c\udfeb <strong>PAC News<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Virtual Pumpkin Carving Contest<\/strong> on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/share\/g\/1CZiT9mVi8\/?mibextid=wwXIfr\">PAC Facebook Page<\/a>:Submit your child\u2019s carved or decorated pumpkin photo in the comments of the contest post for their grade group:\n<ul>\n<li>Primary: K\u20133<\/li>\n<li>Intermediate: 4\u20137<br \/>\nMost \u201clikes\u201d by <strong>Nov. 5<\/strong> wins a prize!<br \/>\n<em>Ensure parental supervision and use child-safe tools.<\/em> Painted pumpkins welcome!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Oct. 30<\/strong> \u2013 No baseball game on Thursday night; join us at the <strong>DPAC meeting<\/strong>.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3896\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress1.blob.core.windows.net\/albion\/2025\/10\/IMG_7359.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"602\" height=\"505\" \/><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcf8 <strong>Photo Expression Family Photos<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Book portraits up to Christmas! Sitting fees support the school fundraiser.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"hIwg1mzE44\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/photoexpressions.ca\/school-portrait-fundraisers\">School Portrait Fundraisers<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; visibility: hidden;\" title=\"&#8220;School Portrait Fundraisers&#8221; &#8212; Photo Expressions\" src=\"https:\/\/photoexpressions.ca\/school-portrait-fundraisers\/embed#?secret=jKKVXISToa#?secret=hIwg1mzE44\" data-secret=\"hIwg1mzE44\" width=\"500\" height=\"282\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/wordpress1.blob.core.windows.net\/albion\/2025\/10\/Family-Photos-202516.pdf\">Family Photos 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcc5 <strong>This Week\u2019s Events<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Monday, Oct. 27<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Drop-in Grade 5 Volleyball (Recess \u2013 Last Game)<\/li>\n<li>Rec Volleyball Practice (Lunch)<\/li>\n<li>Boys Competitive Volleyball Practice \u2013 2:30 PM<\/li>\n<li>Rec Away Game vs CQE<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Tuesday, Oct. 28<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Girls Competitive Volleyball Practice \u2013 2:30 PM<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Wednesday, Oct. 29<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Albion Pumpkin Patch (After Recess)<\/li>\n<li>Intramural Volleyball \u2013 12:15 PM<\/li>\n<li>Boys Away Game @ Eric Langton<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Thursday, Oct. 30<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Boys Competitive Volleyball Practice \u2013 7:30 AM<\/li>\n<li>Girls Home Game vs Yennadon<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Friday, Oct. 31<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Costume Parade \u2013 8:45 AM<br \/>\n<em>(Unfortunately due to space, parents cannot attend this school-wide event.)<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Upcoming Dates<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Nov. 3<\/strong> \u2013 Div. 11 Skating (12:20\u20132:20 PM)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Nov. 7<\/strong> \u2013 Remembrance Day Assembly (10:45 AM)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Nov. 10<\/strong> \u2013 Pro-D Day (No School)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Nov. 11<\/strong> \u2013 Remembrance Day (No School)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Nov. 14<\/strong> \u2013 PJ Day<\/li>\n<li><strong>Nov. 15<\/strong> \u2013 PAC Christmas Market<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\ud83c\udf1f Albion All Star Parent Memo Week of October 27\u201331, 2025 \ud83c\udf1f Weekly Affirmation &#8220;Each morning is a new chance to grow, learn, and shine. 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