Newsletter
Dear Parents,
No School Tomorrow – Friday, November 28th
· Tomorrow, Friday, November 28th is curriculum implementation day and there is no school for students.
LGCA’s Annual Fundraiser
Thank You to the 60% of Families Who Have Contributed to our November Fall Fundraiser – "Let Your Light Shine"! Currently we have raised $64,620 and we are so grateful for your support and generosity. Our goal is to reach 100% participation, and we would love for every family to be part of this important cause. If you have not had a chance to donate, please prayerfully consider making a donation to help us reach our goal.
How to donate:
Complete the enclosed pledge card and return it to your child’s teacher or the school office, along with your family’s name written on the “Candle.”
Make your donation by credit card, cheque, cash, or online at www.lgca.ca and clicking on the"Giving/Donate to LGCA” button. All donations $25 and over will be issued a charitable tax receipt.
CHRISTMAS CONCERT: Thursday, December 11th at 6:30 pm
LGCA will be presenting our annual Christmas Concert at Centennial Theatre on Thursday, December 11th at 6:30 pm. The Kindergarten to Grade 5’s will be performing in the school concert. The Grade 6 & 7s will be playing in the Band. Please invite your relatives, friends and neighbours too!
Ticket ordering information:
There are three options to purchase tickets for the Christmas Concert:
Note: Students in the production do not need to purchase tickets.
1) Purchase tickets online from Centennial Theatre by clicking on the link below.
https://www.showpass.com/mr-pfisters-christmas-time-travelers/
2) Purchase tickets via the box office at Centennial Theatre by phone (604-984-4484)
Tuesday to Saturday between 12 pm and 5pm
3) Purchase in person directly from the box office at the Centennial Theatre 2300 Lonsdale Avenue,
North Vancouver, Tuesday to Saturday between 12 noon to 5pm.
Ticket price: Adults $10, Children 12 & Under $5, Under 2 years old free.
Costumes:
All students in the choir in Kindergarten to Grade 5 are to wear dark bottoms and a white or light colured top on the night of the performance. We will have bowties to pin on them on the night of the concert. Actors will be receiving a letter with their specific costume soon.
Students in the Band Performance - Grade 6-7 are to wear their formal number 1 uniform.
Voluntary Fundraisers – Gift Cards
PAC Gift Card Fundraiser
The Shopfunds program is an excellent way to support the PAC. You simply pay the face value of the gift cards you order, and the PAC purchases them at a discounted rate—there is no extra cost to you. This is a wonderful opportunity to get your Christmas shopping done while supporting our school. Gift cards will be delivered to the school. The deadline for orders is Monday, December 8th to ensure gift cards arrive before Christmas.
Please note: Gift cards cannot be replaced if lost or stolen, so treat them like cash. More details are provided below.
Order Online
Visit www.shopfunds.ca
Click “Individual Sign Up.”
Create an account and select the Group Coordinator: Candice – LGCA PAC.
From the main menu, select Order Cards, then New Order.
Save and confirm your order (bottom of the page).
Print (or screenshot and email) your order and send it to the school including payment by cash or cheque (payable to LGCA PAC) or send an e-transfer to pactreasurer@lgca.ca using the password December.
Paper Order Form
Print and complete the attached order form.
Include payment by cash or cheque (payable to LGCA PAC) or send an e-transfer to pactreasurer@lgca.ca using the password December.
Drop off order forms and payment at the school office.
Movie Nights brought to you by the Hope Club
Elementary Movie Night – Grade K-7 - December 5th – 6-8 pm
The Hope Club is excited to offer all elementary students a fun Christmas Movie night on Friday December 5th from 6:00-8:00pm. All tickets include a drink and snack, and there is optional pizza that can be ordered as well. Proceeds from this event will support Reach out to Africa.
To purchase tickets please visit: https://munchalunch.com/login and select "Movie Tickets Here!"
Please note, children will not be admitted into the school building until 6:00pm. All students must be collected after school and return for the movie night. Students are not permitted to bring cellphones to this event. The deadline for ordering is Tuesday December 2nd at midnight.
High School Movie Night – Grade 8-12 - December 9th – 6-8pm
The Hope Club is pleased to offer a fun Christmas movie night in the high school on Tuesday December 9th from 6:00-8:00pm. Each movie ticket includes a drink and snack, and pizza can be ordered as well. Doors will open at 6:00 pm
To purchase tickets, student can scan the QR code on the poster attached (also found in the high school lounge) or you can click on this link to purchase: https://square.link/u/fNwuT2Xh The deadline for ordering is Friday, December 5th at midnight.
Mr. Whang’s Winter Break Sports Camp
We’re excited to share that our ES Athletics Director, Mr. Whang, will be running a fun Winter Sports Camp here at the school on December 22, 23, 24, and 26! Check out the attached flyer for all the details.
Non-Uniform Days
New Day Added: Friday, December 12th – K-7 – Comfy clothes/PJs – Grade 8-12 Christmas Sweaters
Friday, December 19th – K-12 Christmas colours
Pro D Days/Early Dismissal/School Closure Days:
Friday November 28th Curriculum implementation Day – No school for students
Friday, December 19th - Noon dismissal
Procedure for School Closure due to inclement weather/power failure
In case of school closure due to inclement weather or other emergencies such as power failure, the following steps will be followed:
A voice mail will be left on the school answering machine.
An email will be sent to you advising you of the closure.
Please listen to the radio - News 1130 am, CKNW, City TV Breakfast Show.
Parents please note that we will make the best decision possible regarding closure however we realize that parents live in different areas and therefore parents have the final say as to whether they feel it is safe to bring their child/ren to school.
| November | |
|---|---|
| Fri 28 | Curriculum Implementation Day - No school for students |
| December | |
|---|---|
| Wed 10 | Non Uniform Day ES & HS: No theme |
| Thur 11 | Christmas Concert at Centennial Theatre 6:30 pm |
| Fri 12 | Report Cards go home |
| Fri 19 | Non Uniform Day – ES & HS Christmas colours |
| Fri 19 | Noon Dismissal |
| January | |
|---|---|
| Mon 05 | School reopens after Christmas break |
