{"id":205,"date":"2025-12-01T14:11:50","date_gmt":"2025-12-01T22:11:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.vsb.bc.ca\/kerrisdalenewsletter\/?p=205"},"modified":"2025-12-01T15:17:07","modified_gmt":"2025-12-01T23:17:07","slug":"december-newsletter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.vsb.bc.ca\/kerrisdalenewsletter\/2025\/12\/01\/december-newsletter\/","title":{"rendered":"December Newsletter"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1><span style=\"color: #008000\"><strong>KERRISDALE HAPPENINGS<\/strong><\/span><\/h1>\n<p><strong>It\u2019s hard to believe December is already here! The past few months at Kerrisdale have been full of learning and excitement. Students have settled into their routines and are showing great enthusiasm in their classrooms\u2014it\u2019s wonderful to see their progress!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The recent cold snap is a reminder that winter has arrived. Please make sure your child is dressed warmly for outdoor play. We only move recess and lunch indoors when the weather is extremely poor and could pose a safety risk.<\/p>\n<p>With cold and flu season upon us, we\u2019re seeing more absences, which is common at this time of year. Please continue to check your child daily for symptoms of respiratory illness, encourage regular handwashing, and practice good respiratory etiquette. If your child is unwell, please call the our<strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vsb.bc.ca\/kerrisdale\/page\/2356\/safe-arrival\">Safe Arrival Line<\/a><\/strong> if your child is going to be away.<\/p>\n<p>Please note that school will be closed for Winter Break from\u00a0<strong>Monday, December 22\u00a0<\/strong>and reopening on\u00a0<strong>Monday, January 5<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>If you are wondering about the feature photo of the owl, our students found this little guy in the bushes. This is a <strong>Northern Saw-Whet Owl<\/strong>. He was perfectly content watching the student play while hang out on his branch. Aren&#8217;t our grounds amazing!<\/p>\n<h2><strong><span style=\"color: #008000\">VANCOUVER HAWKS FIELD HOCKEY PROGRAM<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Last week, we had a fantastic time learning all about field hockey! Did you know that in most parts of the world, when people say \u2018hockey,\u2019 they\u2019re actually talking about field hockey\u2014not ice hockey?\u201d Huge thank you to Ms. Kudryk for organizing this amazing program as well as an assembly on the Friday.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>More Fun Facts:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Field hockey is one of the oldest team sports in the world<\/strong>, dating back over 4,000 years to ancient civilizations.<\/li>\n<li><strong>It\u2019s played in more than 100 countries<\/strong>, making it one of the most popular sports globally.<\/li>\n<li>In Canada, <strong>field hockey is especially popular in British Columbia<\/strong>, where many schools and clubs offer programs.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Canada\u2019s women\u2019s field hockey team<\/strong> has competed in multiple Olympic Games and is ranked among the top teams in the Americas.<\/li>\n<li>Unlike ice hockey, <strong>field hockey is played on grass or turf with a small, hard ball and curved sticks<\/strong>\u2014and players don\u2019t wear skates!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #008000\"><strong>SUPPORTING YOUR CHILD WITH CONFLICT<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>As parents, it\u2019s natural to want to step in and fix things when your child is hurt or upset after a conflict with another child or children. However, conflict is a normal part of life, and children need opportunities to learn how to handle these situations on their own. Research shows that when adults solve problems for children, it can unintentionally send the message that they cannot handle challenges themselves. Sometimes, children don\u2019t even want the problem solved, they just want someone that will listen to them.<\/p>\n<p>Instead, we want to give children the confidence and tools to manage conflict and advocate for themselves and that all starts with developing healthy relationship skills.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>How can I help my child develop healthy relationship skills?\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>It starts with the parent-child connection. Developing a strong, supportive relationship with your child helps them feel loved and safe.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The foundations of a healthy relationship include:\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>finding time for play<\/li>\n<li>listening to your child<\/li>\n<li>providing validation<\/li>\n<li>repairing conflict when it arises<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Being able to:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>name emotions<\/li>\n<li>pay attention to the feelings of others and put oneself in another\u2019s shoes<\/li>\n<li>communicate effectively<\/li>\n<li>cooperate with others<\/li>\n<li>deal with conflict<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These are all important and necessary to build healthy relationships.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>To help your child build these skills, try the following:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Encourage your child to express their feelings according to their<\/strong>\u00a0<strong>stage of development.<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Share a situation that invoked a particular emotion (e.g. happiness, sadness, fear) and invite your child to do the same.<\/li>\n<li>Encourage your child to name their own emotions throughout the day.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Respect your child\u2019s feelings.<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Don\u2019t assume how they\u2019re feeling; ask them.\n<ul>\n<li>Let them experience the emotion without jumping in to fix it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Help your child understand their own, and other people\u2019s feelings.<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Draw together. Ask your child to draw people feeling different emotions.<\/li>\n<li>Discuss why the characters may feel that way.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>How can I help my child to navigate conflict?\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>All relationships have conflicts at times. Learning to manage conflict with peers is a core part of your child\u2019s social development.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Tackle feelings first.<\/strong>\u00a0Help them identify a feeling and ask them to reflect on why. Validate and accept your child\u2019s feelings.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pinpoint the source of conflict.<\/strong>\u00a0Help your child get to the root of the issue so they can resolve the problem.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Brainstorm solutions.<\/strong>\u00a0Empower your child to come up with their own ideas. Encourage them to step back and see the whole picture rather than jump to conclusions.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Help your child communicate their feelings about the conflict<\/strong>.\u202fTeach them to use \u201cI\u201d statements. Focusing on \u201cI\u201d and not \u201cyou\u201d removes shame and blame from the other person.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Role-play with your child.<\/strong> Act out situations and conversations to instill confidence in them.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Understanding how to develop healthy relationships can also help your child to notice signs of unhealthy relationships.<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>It is important for your child to understand and identify when their experiences in schools require intervention and support from staff.<\/li>\n<li>It is important to support your child in understanding which behaviours are not okay and help them understand the difference between peer conflict, mean behaviour and bullying. You can find a helpful guide on our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vsb.bc.ca\/kerrisdale\">school website<\/a> under <em>Announcements<\/em> that explains these differences.<\/li>\n<li>If you feel that your child is experiencing bullying at school, it is important to be an advocate or support their self-advocacy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Helpful resources<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/kidshelpphone.ca\/get-info\/healthy-relationships-vs-unhealthy-relationships\/?_ga=2.155372092.604321025.1737134512-1273500343.1737134512&amp;_gl=1*xrrlgo*_ga*MTI3MzUwMDM0My4xNzM3MTM0NTEy*_ga_TQY135CFXS*MTczNzEzNDUxMi4xLjAuMTczNzEzNDUxMi42MC4wLjE4NDY2NDM4ODc.\">Healthy Relationships vs Unhealthy Relationships<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/smho-smso.ca\/online-resources\/helping-your-child-build-positive-relationships-and-manage-conflict\/\">School Mental Health Ontario<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/cccf-fcsge.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/RS_55-e.pdf\">Canadian Child Care Federation \u2013 Resolving Conflicts<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/familieschange.ca\/parents\/managing-conflict\">Families Change \u2013 Managing Conflict<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/buildingbridges.ca\/family-parent-teen-workshops\/\">Building Bridges \u2013 Parent-Teen Workshops<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www2.gov.bc.ca\/gov\/content\/health\/managing-your-health\/mental-health-substance-use\/child-teen-mental-health\/mental-health-intake-clinics\">BC Child &amp; Youth Mental Health Clinics<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/mentalhealthcommission.ca\/children-and-youth\/\">Mental Health Commission of Canada \u2013 Children and Youth<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>As always, if you have any concerns, please reach out to your child\u2019s classroom teacher. We are here to support you and your child.<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #008000\"><strong>BE IN THE KNOW, WINTER IS HERE!\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"isPasted\">VSB has procedures in place for when severe weather, like heavy snowfall or extremely high winds,<\/p>\n<p id=\"isPasted\">may affect schools.<\/p>\n<p>During severe weather events, all schools in the Vancouver School District will remain open, if possible. If a District-<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-208 alignright\" style=\"letter-spacing: 0.8px\" src=\"http:\/\/blogs.vsb.bc.ca\/kerrisdalenewsletter\/files\/2025\/12\/snowflake-300x200.avif\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.vsb.bc.ca\/kerrisdalenewsletter\/files\/2025\/12\/snowflake-300x200.avif 300w, https:\/\/blogs.vsb.bc.ca\/kerrisdalenewsletter\/files\/2025\/12\/snowflake-560x373.avif 560w, https:\/\/blogs.vsb.bc.ca\/kerrisdalenewsletter\/files\/2025\/12\/snowflake-260x173.avif 260w, https:\/\/blogs.vsb.bc.ca\/kerrisdalenewsletter\/files\/2025\/12\/snowflake.avif 626w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><span style=\"letter-spacing: 0.05em\">wide closure is necessary, that will be decided and publicized by 6:30 a.m.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>District-wide school closures will be announced through the media, the\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.vsb.bc.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">District website<\/a>, school websites and the our social media channels.<\/p>\n<p>Follow our socials for updates:<br \/>\nFacebook:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/VancouverSchoolBoard\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Vancouver School Board<\/a><br \/>\nInstagram:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/vsb39\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">@vsb39<\/a>X:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/VSB39?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">@vsb39<\/a>VSB website:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.vsb.bc.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">vsb.bc.ca<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><strong>How are decisions made about school closures:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>We monitor forecasts and conditions, and work with the City of Vancouver and other partners to assess safety when there may be:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>heavy snowfall<\/li>\n<li>extreme cold<\/li>\n<li>freezing rain<\/li>\n<li>extreme heat<\/li>\n<li>other hazardous weather\/emergency conditions that pose risks to student and staff safety<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>We coordinate with neighbouring school districts to align our decisions where possible. The decision to close schools is made in consideration of safety, equity and well-being.<\/p>\n<p style=\"letter-spacing: 0.8px\">We would like to remind you to slow down and remain alert in and around school zones.<\/p>\n<p>We consider other impacts weather conditions may have, like transit delays, meal programs for students, other essential student supports and impacts to learning. If weather conditions begin or worsen during a school day, usually, schools will remain open until the end of the school day.<\/p>\n<p>Except under extreme circumstances, all schools and offices will remain open, if possible. Typically, no announcement will be made that schools are open. Only cancellations, closures or delayed school openings will be announced.<\/p>\n<p>Extra-curricular activities, school events and field trips may be cancelled because of weather \u2013 even when school remains open.<\/p>\n<p>Remember to dress for the weather and take extra care when traveling between school and home.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>What if I don&#8217;t think it is safe for my child to go to school due to weather conditions? \u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Student safety is our top priority. If for any reason a parent\/guardian feels that a child cannot travel safely to\/from school, they can notify their child\u2019s schools about the expected absence. Students will not be penalized.<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #008000\"><strong>OUR SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR STARTS TODAY!<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-210 alignleft\" src=\"http:\/\/blogs.vsb.bc.ca\/kerrisdalenewsletter\/files\/2025\/12\/Clifford-300x225.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"232\" height=\"178\" \/>The Book Fair kicks off <strong>Monday, December 1<\/strong> and runs through <strong>Friday, December 5<\/strong>. Students will have scheduled times to browse and shop during the week.<\/p>\n<p>Every purchase helps our school earn Scholastic Dollars, which we use to buy books and educational resources for our library\u2014thank you for supporting literacy!<\/p>\n<p>Join us for <strong>Family Afternoon on Wednesday, December 3<\/strong>. Come shop after school and enter for a chance to win <strong>$25 in free books<\/strong>!<\/p>\n<p>Happy reading!<\/p>\n<p>Mme Bonilla<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #008000\"><strong style=\"font-style: inherit\">COMMUNICATING STUDENT LEARNING<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>On\u00a0<strong style=\"font-style: inherit\">Wednes<\/strong><strong>day, December 1<\/strong><strong>7<\/strong>, your child will receive their first written report in <strong><em>SpacesEDU<\/em><\/strong><strong><em>.<\/em><\/strong> Communicating Student Learning (CSL) aligns with BC\u2019s redesigned curriculum, allowing us to report to parents in more flexible ways. The Vancouver School Board (VSB) aims to create a reporting process that is clear, responsive, and encourages greater student ownership and parent involvement.<\/p>\n<p>This is an excellent opportunity to discuss your child\u2019s learning with them. These reports are designed to be strength-based, highlighting their accomplishments this term and focusing on what they \u201ccan do.\u201d Consider asking your child what they are most proud of, what they feel they need to work on or learn next, and what steps they need to take to achieve their goals.<\/p>\n<p>If you have any questions about your child\u2019s CSL report, please feel free to reach out to their classroom teacher. Our\u00a0<a style=\"font-style: inherit\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vsb.bc.ca\/kerrisdale\/page\/2357\/communicating-student-learning\"><strong>school website<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0has more information on CSL reporting as well as the ministry website:<\/p>\n<p><strong style=\"font-style: inherit\">K-12 Student Reporting Information for Parents and Caregivers<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a style=\"font-style: inherit\" href=\"https:\/\/curriculum.gov.bc.ca\/reporting\/resources-for-parents-and-caregivers\"><strong style=\"font-style: inherit\">https:\/\/curriculum.gov.bc.ca\/reporting\/resources-for-parents-and-caregivers<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Coffee &amp; Chat Invitation<\/strong><br \/>\nJoin M. Oli and Mme Steele for a relaxed coffee and conversation on <strong>Wednesday, December 12 at 3:30 pm in the library<\/strong>. Bring your questions\u2014and a reusable mug!<\/p>\n<p>Please note: We kindly ask that children are picked up or cared for elsewhere, as childcare will not be provided. Thank you for understanding, and we look forward to seeing you!<\/p>\n<h3><strong>SpacesEDU<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Please make sure that you have set up your account and logged into the platform as your child\u2019s CSL report will be shared through this site. You will receive notification through email when it is ready. Please reach out to your child\u2019s classroom teachers if you have any further questions. You will not receive a written report card this year unless you request it. You will need to download it and save it for your records as it will not remain on the site.<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #008000\"><strong>TRAVELING OVER THE HOLIDAYS<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Please report any absence to our Safe Arrival Line or contact the office at <a href=\"mailto:kerrisdale@vsb.bc.ca\">kerrisdale@vsb.bc.ca<\/a> before December 19 if your child will be travelling over the holidays and will be returning to school\u00a0<strong style=\"font-style: inherit\">AFTER<\/strong>\u00a0<em style=\"font-weight: inherit\"><strong>Monday, January <\/strong><\/em><em><strong>5<\/strong><\/em>.\u00a0\u00a0Please note that the school does not provide schoolwork for students whose family choose to extend their holidays.<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #008000\"><strong>TALENT SHOW<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>We are excited to announce our <strong><em>Talent Show<\/em><\/strong>, which will take place in the evening of\u00a0<strong style=\"font-style: inherit\">Thurs<\/strong><strong>day, December 18<\/strong> <strong>at 6 pm<\/strong>. Parents and guardians are welcome to attend. Your child will inform you if they have been selected to perform.<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #008000\"><strong>PRIORITY KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Kindergarten registration for children born in 2021 begins on November 1<sup>st<\/sup>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>All\u00a0kindergarten applicants who were born in Canada are required to apply to their <strong>English<\/strong> catchment elementary school. This includes families who wish to apply for choice programs (French Immersion, Montessori, etc.) and\/or a cross-boundary placement.\u00a0 The priority registration period for kindergarten opens on\u00a0<strong>November 1<sup>st<\/sup>\u00a0and closes January 31<sup>st<\/sup><\/strong>. Students who submit an application within this priority period will be accommodated\u00a0<u>before<\/u>\u00a0late applicants.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Please note:<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0Students born outside Canada must first register at the Newcomer Welcome Centre (NWC). \u00a0Please see the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.vsb.bc.ca\/nwc\/page\/11335\/online-registration\"><strong><em>NWC website<\/em><\/strong><\/a>\u00a0for more specific information about registration procedures.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Applying for Kindergarten is a<\/strong>\u00a0<strong><u>2-Step Process<\/u><\/strong>:<\/p>\n<p><strong><u>Step 1:<\/u><\/strong>\u00a0First, register your child\u00a0online at\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/vsbapplynow.vsb.bc.ca\/\"><strong>https:\/\/vsbapplynow.vsb.bc.ca\/<\/strong><\/a>. The online\u00a0tool automatically locates the English catchment school based on a family\u2019s primary home address.<\/p>\n<p><strong><u>Step 2:<\/u><\/strong><strong>\u00a0<\/strong>Once information is submitted online, families need to complete the application process with a visit to their neighbourhood catchment\u00a0school with their child and the required documents before\u00a0<strong>January 31, 2025<\/strong>.\u00a0 <strong>Please note<\/strong>: all applicants must go to Kerrisdale ANNEX to register. The main school does not process any Kindergarten applications for the English program.<\/p>\n<p><strong><u>Supporting Documents Needed:<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The following original documents must be presented to complete your application:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Proof of British Columbia residency<\/li>\n<li>The original birth certificate of the child<\/li>\n<li>Applicable Immigration\/Citizenship\/Permanent Resident Documentation<\/li>\n<li>Immunization Records if available<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[Note:\u00a0Some schools may request additional\u00a0identification as proof of\u00a0residency.]<\/p>\n<p><strong>If you wish to apply for a Kindergarten Choice program, you must\u00a0<u>first apply to your English catchment elementary school<\/u>.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>For more information, please visit the VSB website using the link below:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vsb.bc.ca\/page\/5195\/priority-kindergarten-registration\"><strong>www.vsb.bc.ca\/page\/5195\/priority-kindergarten-registration<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #008000\"><strong style=\"font-style: inherit\">STUDENT COUNCIL<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong><em>In Support of WCK \u2013 <\/em><\/strong>This year, our student council is proud to support the <a href=\"https:\/\/wckfoundation.ca\/\">West Coast Kids Cancer Foundation<\/a>. Thank you to everyone who joined in our Hot Chocolate Sale\u2014it was a great success!<\/p>\n<p>To continue showing our support, we invite all students to wear their PJs this Friday. Many children who are sick or in the hospital spend a lot of time in pajamas, so this is a simple way to show solidarity and care. Your participation means a lot and helps raise awareness for an important cause. Thank you for being part of this effort!<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-211\" src=\"http:\/\/blogs.vsb.bc.ca\/kerrisdalenewsletter\/files\/2025\/12\/Pj-Day-300x120.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"120\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.vsb.bc.ca\/kerrisdalenewsletter\/files\/2025\/12\/Pj-Day-300x120.png 300w, https:\/\/blogs.vsb.bc.ca\/kerrisdalenewsletter\/files\/2025\/12\/Pj-Day-1024x410.png 1024w, https:\/\/blogs.vsb.bc.ca\/kerrisdalenewsletter\/files\/2025\/12\/Pj-Day-768x307.png 768w, https:\/\/blogs.vsb.bc.ca\/kerrisdalenewsletter\/files\/2025\/12\/Pj-Day-560x224.png 560w, https:\/\/blogs.vsb.bc.ca\/kerrisdalenewsletter\/files\/2025\/12\/Pj-Day-260x104.png 260w, https:\/\/blogs.vsb.bc.ca\/kerrisdalenewsletter\/files\/2025\/12\/Pj-Day.png 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><strong><span style=\"color: #008000\">LOST &amp; FOUND IS OVERFLOWING!<\/span><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-195 alignleft\" src=\"http:\/\/blogs.vsb.bc.ca\/kerrisdalenewsletter\/files\/2025\/10\/lost-and-found-300x248.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"156\" height=\"131\" \/>We\u2019ve collected so many items\u2014it\u2019s like a treasure chest waiting to be claimed! If your child is missing clothing, water bottles, or containers, please stop by and take a look.<\/p>\n<p>Our Lost &amp; Found is located outside the gym by the South stairs. Please check before <strong>Monday, December 17<\/strong>, as any unclaimed items will be donated after that date.<\/p>\n<p>To help prevent lost items in the future, please label your child\u2019s belongings. Thank you for your help in keeping our Lost &amp; Found manageable!<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #008000\"><strong>KERRISDALE PAC<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Make sure you stay up to date on all that is happening with Kerrisdale PAC. Please visit their\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/kerrisdaleschoolpac.ca\/kspac\/home\">website\u00a0<\/a><\/strong>for all the news and to sign up for their fabulous revamped\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kerrisdalepac.my.canva.site\/newsletter\">newsletter<\/a><\/strong>! It includes important information about our upcoming\u00a0<strong>Winter Sale <\/strong>on <strong>Friday, December 12<\/strong>! The PAC is still seeking donations.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>KERRISDALE HAPPENINGS It\u2019s hard to believe December is already here! The past few months at Kerrisdale have been full of learning and excitement. 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