Dear Families,

The first week is accomplished! We are thankful for all who came to orientation and all who have helped with the follow up pieces this week. Classes have started off well and everyone is starting to figure out the flow for the year.

Biweekly (and sometimes more often), we do our best to send out a Friday Flash to keep you up to date with school events and noteworthy news. We want to keep you well-informed about what is happening within our building. It is also a good idea to join the classroom Bloomz account(s) to receive more grade specific information.

As we go forward into the school year, please reach out with any questions or concerns. We are here to partner with you in making the most for your children’s future! May your home be filled with peace, your hearts with courage, and your days with joy. We’re grateful to walk this journey with you.

Warmly,
Mrs. Atherton

This Coming Week

• Mon Sep 8 – Initial emergency drills. We’ll go over procedures for various possible emergency scenarios with our students.
• Mon Sep 8 – Start of Sr Volleyball practice every Mon/Wed
• Tue Sep 9 – Start of Jr Football practice every Tue/Thu
• Thu Sep 11 – Gr 9-12 campout

Upcoming Events

• Tue Sep 16 – Picture day
• Thu Sep 25 – Terry Fox Run
• Mon Sep 29 – No school – Non-instructional day
• Tue Sep 30 – No school – Truth & Reconciliation Day

To Do

• Gr 9-12 parents – please ensure the permission form for the campout is completed as appropriate. It was emailed to you earlier this week.

Good to Know

• Most of our previous students have returned to PCS and we have several new students and families. We are grateful for each one and look forward to getting to know them better this school year!
• Each month we are focussing on a characteristic that is important for current and future success. Our focus for the month of September is having a growth mindset

Shout Outs

• To our staff and volunteers that prepared our building for a new school year. The grounds, building, and bulletin boards are looking lovely!

Verse of the Week

As we journey through the school year together, we hope these verses offer encouragement, peace, and reflection for your family—whether you’re deeply rooted in faith or simply exploring.

Jeremiah 29:11
“For I know the plans I have for you,” says the Lord. “They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope.”

This verse reminds us that God has good plans for us—even when the future feels uncertain. Whether you’re facing a busy week or enjoying a quiet moment, may these words bring comfort and perspective.