Weekly Update: January 11, 2026

Lochside PAC
Jan 11
2 min read

Hello Lochside Community!

Please read on for this week's update

Fun Lunch Order Deadline this Thursday
The Fun Lunch website is will be ready for your 2026 orders!

The first fun lunch is Friday January 23rd and the cut off date for orders is Thursday January 15 at 7pm.
👉 Order here

Fun Lunch relies on parent volunteers, and even helping once makes a big difference. Please sign up to help out here
January LEPAC Meeting
Our next LEPAC General Meeting will take place:
- Date: Tuesday, January 13
- Time: 6:30–8:00 PM
- Location: Learning Commons
All Lochside parents and caregivers are welcome to attend. Childminding will be provided.
Family Literacy Day – Tuesday, January 27
To celebrate Family Literacy Day, Lochside students are invited to welcome a parent or guardian into their classroom to read together from 8:50–9:20 AM.

This year’s theme, “Make mealtime family learning time,” highlights the powerful role everyday moments—like sharing meals—play in building literacy, confidence, and connection. From reading recipes to counting ingredients, learning happens naturally when families come together.

Optional Dress-Up: Students may also choose to dress up as a literary character. Please ensure costumes do not include face masks or weapons.
For more facts and ideas about ABC Family Literacy Day, please see the provided link and attached resources.
Happy Reading!— The Lochside Literacy Committee
Parent Engagement Evening: Digital Wellbeing & Learning

Our COPACS is hosting a Parent Engagement Evening focused on Digital Wellbeing and Learning, open to all parents and caregivers.

Details:
Date: Tuesday, January 28, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM
Format: Virtual (MS Teams)
Theme: Digital Wellbeing and Learning

The evening will feature a presentation by Shannon Husk on digital health and wellbeing.

👉 Registration is required. Please register in advance using the link provided here https://saanichschools.ca/node/1442

We hope you can join us!

Upcoming Events

Check out our calendar!

Ongoing Fundraisers

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