PLES Family Forecast Oct 20-24

Porter's Lake Elementary School Family Forecast 

Dear PLES Families,

We are aware of the tragic accident that occurred on Highway 107 last Friday, and we recognize the significant impact this has had on our community and school. During this difficult time, our thoughts are with everyone affected. 

We want to assure you that we are working closely with HRCE to ensure that both students and staff receive the support they need during this time. Taking care of our school community is our priority and we will be here to provide support during this difficult time.

If you feel your child may need someone to talk to or could benefit from additional support, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us. We are here to help in any way we can.

Take care,

John Fry

Principal, PLES

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🎃 PTO Halloween Howl is Happening! October 30th🎃

Get ready for a spooktacular evening at our annual PTO Halloween Howl.  A huge thank you to all the volunteers who have stepped up to organize the event — we truly appreciate your support! We will still need volunteers for the event to run smoothly- please sign up here https://volunteersignup.org/4TCRW

 Event Details:

• Children must be accompanied by an adult.

• Costumes: Masks are welcome, but please no weapons.

• Entry is free!

• Tickets will be available for purchase for activities and the canteen.

Activities include: 🕺 Dance Party
📸 Photo Booth
🍭 Sucker Pull
🎂 Cake Walk

Donations Needed: We’re looking for donations of:

• Cakes (please drop off the day of the event)

• Small chocolate bars

• Candy

• Small bags of chips

• Water bottles

• Juice boxes

Donations can be dropped off at the school office. Thank you for helping make this event a fun and safe celebration for our students!

Oct 20-24 School Bus Safety Week 

Student safety is a shared responsibility! During School Bus Safety Week, everyone can work together to ensure the safety of students on and around the school bus.

Did you know that HRCE has more than 33,000 students who ride the school bus every day? 

School Bus Safety Week is a great time to remind students, families and schools, of a few daily safety tips that everyone can follow to ensure all students get to school safely. 

Bus Stop Safety 

• Be on time for the bus and please don’t run to/from the bus.
• Stand back off the road and don't push or shove when waiting at a stop.
• Always cross in front of the bus. Walk three metres (10 feet) in front of the bus to a point where you can see the driver and wait for the driver's signal to cross. Proceed to the centre of the road, STOP, LOOK & LISTEN and cross the road when it is safe.
• Never crawl under a school bus or cross the road behind the bus.
• Know the danger zones around the bus. 

School Bus Safety 

• Please respect and listen to the driver and avoid distracting them.
• Please keep noise levels to a minimum.
• Do not stand or move seats while the bus is in motion.
• Never put your hands, arms, feet or head out of the bus window.
• Ask the driver for permission before you open the bus windows.
• Do not throw anything inside the bus or out of the windows.
• Keep the aisle clear at all times when the bus is in motion. 

Reminders & Updates

• School photo orders are due Oct 21 ****
  - Water Bottles – Please send students with a water bottle daily
  - Toys at School – Reminder that toys are brought at students’ own risk
  - End-of-Day Pick-Up (1:45 PM – 2:10 PM) – Please plan ahead for early pick-ups
  - Visitor Guidelines – All visitors must check in at the main office

Upcoming Dates

• Oct 24: Conference Day – No School for Students

• Oct 30: Halloween Howl

• Nov 21: Assessment Day – No School for Students

• Dec 3: Report Cards Sent Home

• Dec 4: Progress Meetings – No School for Students

• Dec 8: Holiday Concert (Grades P–2)

• Dec 9: Holiday Concert (Grades 2/3–6)

• Dec 19: Last Day Before Holiday Break

• Jan 5: First Day Back After Holiday Break