Dear Families, 

December is already here and there are many events and activities planned for the month, including a spirit week at the tail-end. We are all looking forward to the Festival of Lights next week and having families join us for some holiday fun! We are also planning to have an Elder visit our school. Elder Pablo Russell will share “The Buffalo Way” and stories about nature, animals and the solstice. 

School Development Plan, School Improvement Results Report and Fees Report to Parents Posted 

The School Development Plan (SDP) for 2023-2024, School Results Report for 2022-2023 and the Fees Report to Parents for 2022-2023 are now posted on our website. Please note that the SDP and School Results Report are now combined into one document. 

Festival of Lights Winter Celebration Reminders

Please see our news story for more details on the Festival of Lights Winter Celebration. Here are a few more details to consider: 

-Please consider walking to the school if you live in the neighborhood. If you don’t live close, park your car in the surrounding streets and consider carpooling to the school 

-This is an open flow event, which means you can visit various locations in the school for activities and performances 

-This is an event for families which means you must attend with your child(ren).  

-Access will only be permitted through the main doors of the school

Active and Safe Routes to School 

The grade 4/5 community classes have started their work with Ever Active in assessing and planning for active and safer routes to school. Students had a chance to work with Ever Active in identifying the current safety needs around Valley View School. As they did a walkabout, they were able to point out areas for improvement. We are looking forward to seeing their project plan in a few weeks.  

Active and Safe Routes to School offers a newsletter for families. This month it features Park and Walk Locations and Bus Tips and School Bus Tips for Families. 

Upcoming Dates: 

Thursday December 7 – Festival of Lights Winter Celebration 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm 

Friday December 8 – Non-Instruction Day (No School for Students)