SCHOOL DISTRICT No. 38
(RICHMOND)
October 2, 2015
Brighouse School News
“Where Everyone Counts”
Mr. K. Elcombe
Principal
6800 Azure Road
Richmond, BC V7C 2S8
Mr. E. Adjei-Achampong Jr.
Vice-Principal
Phone: 604-668-6522
Fax: 604-668-6418
Website: http://brighouse.sd38.bc.ca
Parking, Drop-off and School Access
Whenever possible, we ask that you and your children walk to school. It is
a healthier and greener alternative to driving. When that is not possible,
parents are now able to drop off their children in our new Drop-Off Circle,
which is entered just north of the staff parking entrance, off Azure Road.
Please do not use the staff parking lot at any time. Once the building opens
at 8:30 am each day, students may enter the school through our new main
entrance at the east end of the school, or through the north doors adjacent
to the elevator.
Change in Weather
In an effort to keep the number of illnesses down at school, we thank you
in advance for keeping your child at home if they are showing symptoms of
a cold or flu. As the cooler months approach, we would like to remind
parents to make sure your child(ren) are dressed for the weather. When
the weather permits, we believe in 'outside days' where students are to be
outside during recess and lunch breaks. This is a great way for students to
get fresh air, exercise and socialize with their friends.
If your child is sick…
In an effort to keep the number of illnesses down at school, we thank
you in advance for keeping your child at home if they are showing
symptoms of a cold or flu. As the cooler months approach, we would like to
remind parents to make sure your child(ren) are dressed for the weather.
When the weather permits, we believe in 'outside days' where students are
to be outside during recess and lunch breaks. This is a great way for
students to get fresh air, exercise and socialize with their friends.
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PAC NEWS
Next PAC Meeting Date (Library):
Tuesday, October 13th – 3:00 p.m.
*Child minding is provided *
PAC website: brighousepac.x10host.com
Email: [email protected]
The next PAC meeting is October 13th at 3:00 beginning with coffee/tea
(people are welcome to bring a snack to share if they like) and a chat and
a Halloween costume exchange for those who want to recycle costumes
followed by regular meeting (childcare will be provided)
Volunteer Opportunity
PAC needs a volunteer to pick up food day supplies (juice etc. from Costco)
plus volunteers generally to assist in and around the school
Please let the office know if you can help!
Everyone is welcome and encouraged to be an active part of the PAC!
Join us for our 2015-16 Education Committee Meetings!
Date/Time/Location
Topics
October 26, 7:00-8:30 pm
Brighouse Elementary, Library
November 23, 7:00-8:30 pm
Brighouse Elementary, Library
January 25, 7:00-8:30 pm
Secondary School, TBA
• Let’s Talk: Learning through inquiry
February 22, 7:00-8:30 pm
Secondary School, TBA
April 25, 7:00-8:30 pm
Secondary School, TBA
May 30 (5th Monday), 7:00-8:30 pm
Secondary School, TBA

Introduction
“The Bes t Lit tle Schol in the Wor ld
• Drug Education – Supporting Our
Students
• Education Week Preview
• Mental Wellness – Supporting Our
Students
• ERASE Bullying and Enhancing
Student Connectedness in Secondary
Schools Update
• Education Week Review
• Career Programs Update through
student voices
• Aboriginal Enhancement Agreement
through student voices
• June Chiba Sabbatical Presentation
• Education Committee – Looking Back
and Looking Ahead
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Let’s Talk SD38: Our Schools, Our Students, Our Future
In most of Richmond declining neighbourhood enrolment has resulted in
underutilization of school capacity. In some schools student populations are so small
that the School District cannot offer the optimal range of programs. Trustees need to
make a decision on which schools to close to ensure facilities are used in an effective
and fiscally responsible way.
Trustees want to hear from you as they gather information to inform their decisions and
make their way through this process. Please visit http://letstalksd38.ca and register on
the site to provide your input and receive regular updates.
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Survey: Getting Your Child to School
Currently there is a live survey on the website titled “Getting Your Child to School” and
we are looking for input from all members of the community before October 9, 2015.
Let’s Talk SD38: Getting Your Child to School
Please provide your feedback on the new Let's Talk SD38 Survey: Getting Your Child to
School.
As Trustees move forward with the Long Range Facilities Plan, understanding how your
child gets to and from school and how long this journey takes is important information
for them to have. The information collected from this survey will assist trustees in
making informed decisions about schools.
The survey is very brief and will only take about 2 minutes to complete. The survey will
close on October 9, 2015 at 5pm. Please visit to begin the survey: http://bit.ly/1Qfiip7
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Open Houses
Open House Dates Announced
Richmond parents, community members and school district employees were asked how
they would like to be engaged in discussions about schools and how they would like to
receive information about the engagement process.
The response to the survey was largely in favour of holding information sessions at
schools. As a result, the Board has scheduled a number of open houses from 7:00 pm to
9:00 pm at secondary schools across the city. The following open house dates have been
confirmed:
•
Thursday, October 15, 2015 - Richmond Secondary, Theatre room
•
Tuesday, October 20, 2015 - Burnett Secondary, Multi-purpose room
•
Thursday, October 22, 2015 - McNair Secondary, Gym
•
Tuesday, October 27, 2015 - McMath Secondary, Gym
•
Thursday, October 29, 2015 - Cambie Secondary, Gym
We hope that you will attend one of these sessions and continue to provide your input.
“The Bes t Lit tle Schol in the Wor ld
Please visit http://letstalksd38.ca for more information.
REMINDER….
School Fees are due ASAP!
 $50 – K (includes craft fee of $20)
 $38 – Gr. 1-7
Please pay by cheque at the OFFICE, thank you.
So far we have raised $559.00 for Terry Fox!
Thank you to the Brighouse Community for your support of reaching
our goal of $600.00!
Important Dates
October
02
06
12
13
21
22
23
Terry Fox Run at the School
Fine Arts Performance for students – 1:30pm
Thanksgiving Day – No School
PAC Meeting – 3:00 p.m., Library
Early Dismissal @1:38 pm for Conferences
Early Dismissal @ 1:38 pm for Conferences
Pro D Day – SCHOOL NOT IN SESSION
November
06
10
10
11
30
Photo Re-Takes
Remembrance Day Assembly at 10:30am
PAC Meeting – 3:00 p.m., Library
Remembrance Day – No School
Pro D Day – SCHOOL NOT IN SESSION
“The Bes t Lit tle Schol in the Wor ld