Weekly Update: February 8, 2026

Lochside PAC
Feb 8
3 min read

Hello Lochside Families,

We hope you are all enjoying the lighter mornings and signs that spring is on its way! Thank you, as always, for taking the time to read our Weekly Updates — it’s a simple way to stay connected and involved in your child’s school experience.

February LEPAC General Meeting – This Tuesday February 10

We hope you will join us for our February LEPAC General Meeting happening this Tuesday Feb 10 from 6:30-8 in the Learning Commons. Childminding will be provided for Lochside Students.

We would also love to connect with any parents or caregivers who may be interested in joining our executive team next year. If you’ve ever been curious about getting more involved, this is a great opportunity to learn more and ask questions. We look forward to seeing you there!

Cupcake Sale

Don't forget to pack a toonie for your Lizard to get a cupcake on Wednesday February 11th! Anything left over will be sold off during after school pickup from 2:30-3:30

The Grade 5 Planning Committee is hosting a Cupcake Sale on Wednesday, February 11th, in support of Camp Immadene and our Grade 5 graduation events.

We still need two more volunteers! Please sign up to help distribute cupcakes here

Grade 5 Fundraising & Bottle Drive – March 1

Dear Grade 5 Families,

Only a few more months remain before our Grade 5 students enjoy their celebratory events! A small but dedicated group of parent volunteers has been working hard to make the graduates’ final days at Lochside memorable. Planning these special events takes teamwork, and every bit of participation helps.

Our next fundraising event is a Bottle Drive on Sunday, March 1 from 10:00am–2:00pm. If you haven’t yet had a chance to volunteer or contribute, this is a wonderful opportunity to get involved.

Please sign up for a shift (or two!) here:https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4FADA729A7FF2-62175281-grade

Posters and flyers are attached—please share them with friends, neighbours, coworkers, and at community events to help spread the word.

Thank you in advance for your support!

Joanne and Jane

Volunteer Prize Draw Winners

LEPAC has hosted many wonderful events since September, and they simply wouldn’t be possible without our incredible volunteers. We are so grateful for the time, energy, and enthusiasm you bring to our school community.

Congratulations to our Fall and Winter Volunteer Draw winners:

🎉 Cathy M

🎉 Brianne M

Each has won a gift card to Country Grocer. Thank you both—and thank you to everyone who has volunteered this year!

Purdy's Spring Chocolate Sale

Please look out for brochures in your child's backpack this week. Our Purdy's Spring Chocolate sale has started and will be continuing until March 20th. On sale here.

Please share with anyone you think may be interested in ordering. Funds raised go towards LEPAC initiatives - we're hoping to get a big new popcorn machine asap!

Cordova Bay Fastball Registration Open

Registration is now open at Cordova Bay Fastball for players aged U7–U20 (Birth Years 2006–2021).

For players aged U7 and U9, registration is FREE as the Learn to Play age group is generously sponsored by Northridge Excavating.

Dust off your gear and get ready for the Spring 2025 season! Register at: www.cordovabayfastball.ca

Registration closes February 28

Upcoming Events

Check out our calendar!

Ongoing Fundraisers

Purdy's Spring Chocolate Sale - On sale here until March 20th
Donate to LEPAC – Available through the School District 63 Online Payments
Country Grocer Receipts – Save them & drop them off in the classroom folder or foyer box. Thank you so much to our volunteer Julie B who counts and processes them all up for us!
Mabel’s Labels – Order personalized labels and lose less stuff
Bottle Depot – Mention “Lochside Elementary PAC” when dropping off returnables

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Contact LEPAC

If you have any questions, feedback, or items you’d like to bring to LEPAC, feel free to contact us anytime at lochsidepac63@gmail.com

Thank you for taking the time to read through this week’s update. As always, we appreciate your ongoing support and involvement in making Lochside such a vibrant community.