Bonjour BP families:

We had the honor of hosting Mr. Curt Young last week on Orange Shirt Day. Curt spoke to our students about how Residential Schools impacted his family and his childhood. He shared stories about drumming, music, and held dance workshops for each of our grade levels. We wish to thank him for his openness and spirit of generosity as he shared his story with all of us. It was an impactful way to reflect on our journey to reconciliation. A special thank you goes to our student emcees (Raia G. and Amelie Z.) who did a terrific job running the morning, and to our Leadership students who helped in setting expectations for students before we started.  

BP Cross Country 

Bravo to our student athletes in Cross Country running this season. Bishop Pinkham students finished 2nd in Junior Boys, 1st in Intermediate Boys, 2nd in Aggregate Boys+, 1st in Intermediate Girls, and 2nd in Aggregate Girls+, We tied with West Ridge School for 1st in the Grand Race Total Ranking. Thanks to our coaches, M. Sager, M. Powaschuk, and M. Carr for volunteering your time and expertise for our athletes to be able to compete.

 

Student forms 

The majority of required forms are hyperlinked below.  These forms must be completed and submitted before the end of September. The forms you will need to fill out are as follows. We have had very few students return the forms, so please verify that they are completed for your child(ren) and send them in as soon as possible.  

• Student Health Emergency Response Protocol 
• Student Health Plan 
• Consent for Use of Student Information 
• General Media Coverage Notice 
• Annual Authorization for Athletic Tryout 

Basketball Schedule 

This week basketball season commences.  All CBE middle schools have set similar expectations for games that promote safety, respect, and a positive experience for all.  They include: 

• All student spectators must be under the direct supervision of a designated adult 
• There are no in an out privileges for spectators 
• Student spectators without adult supervision will be directed by the hosting school administration to leave the building 
• All spectators - students or adults - are expected to cheer and support players/coaches/referees/parents/guardians in a positive manner 
• Disrespectful behaviours will be addressed by school administration promptly and may result in spectators being directed to leave the game and the school building 

Important Dates  

October 9- Thanksgiving. No school for students. 

October 13- IPPs sent home for review (date revised) 

October 19- Healthy Hunger www.healthyhunger.ca  

October 20- Non instructional day. No school for students. 

October 23-November 3- Think Fast Improv Artist in Residence for all students 

November 8- Remembrance Day Ceremony- more details will follow 

November 9- Non Instructional Day. No school for students 

November 10-14- Fall Break. No school for students 

November 15- Classes resume 

November 23- Parent teacher interviews 3:30-8:00. Sign up details will follow 

November 24- Parent teacher interviews 8:00-12:00. Sign up details will follow 

That's all for this week! 

Rishma Hajee 

Principal | Bishop Pinkham School