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Weekly Update: Sunday, April 13, 2025
- Lochside PAC
- Apr 13
- 4 min read
Hello Lochside Families!
1) Thank you!
LEPAC would like to thank the following people and many others who volunteered to help make our events in January, February and March such a success! We appreciate your time and support.
M. Zhong, W. Yu, K. Tozer, S. Brachat, N. Summers, H. Weber, M. Kim, V. Day, L. Milner, T. Galligos, I. Taborda, K. Faires, A. Louise, R Mahal, A. Sekon, A. Garrison, L. Edwards, S. Murray, S. Stinchcombe, A. Moss, K. Shumka, A. Dumaresq, T. Greene, M. Ballard, B. McEwan, R. Klar, E. Winter, S. Kalinka, L. Chau, H. Wan, J. Hoener, L. Beaupre.
Volunteer Prize Draw
The winner for our fall draw is Jessica Hoener. Thank you Jessica for your contribution to our school. You have won a gift certificate to Country Grocer.
2) Lochside Needs You!
Join the LEPAC Executive Team
Have you ever wanted to get more involved in our amazing school community, help shape what happens behind the scenes, and make a real impact on our kids’ school experience? Well… now’s your chance!
We’re looking for enthusiastic, community-minded parents to join the LEPAC Executive Team for the upcoming school year! Whether you’ve got a knack for organizing, love connecting people, or just want to lend a helping hand, we’ve got a role for you.
Here are the executive roles we’re looking to fill:
Co-President & Vice President – Lead the team and help everything run smoothly
Members at Large – Help out where needed and be part of the fun!
We also have some great daytime roles:
Fun Lunch Coordinator(s)
Love pizza Fridays? So do the kids! Help plan and coordinate our Fun Lunch program—our biggest fundraiser! This role is perfect for a pair of parents who can be at the school during lunch on Fridays. Organize the schedule, liaise with vendors, and keep those yummy lunches coming!
Emergency Lunch Volunteer
Help us keep our cupboards stocked with non-perishable emergency lunches for students in need. This quiet but incredibly important role makes sure no student goes hungry. You can do it on your own time!
Why join?
Meet other awesome parents
Help build a positive school culture
Use your skills (or grow new ones!)
Be more connected to what’s happening at school
Make a real difference for students and families
No experience? No problem! Many roles can be shared, and there’s tons of support from the current team. We’re all learning together—one meeting (and one coffee!) at a time
Interested? Curious? Even just a little tempted? Come chat with us or reach out anytime. We’d love to welcome you aboard.
Let’s make the next school year the best one yet—together!
Ready to sign up? Please complete this form here ♥
3) Climate ChangeMakers Open House
The District is hosting a Climate Action Fair on April 22 from 4:30-6:30 pm at Bayside Middle School. It will feature inspiring climate-focused projects from K-12 students across the District. It’s sure to be an exciting and engaging event—don’t miss it!
4) Boardgame Night
LEPAC is hosting a Family Games Night on Friday, May 2 from 6-8pm. Boardgames and on-site instructions have been donated by Interactivity Board Game Cafe. We will keep you posted on when our food is ready for pre-order on the Fun Lunch site.
If you are able to lend a helping hand with this fun event, please review the available slots below and sign up. Thank you!
5) Courtyard Cleanup & Volunteers for Shed Construction
🌿 Calling All Gardeners & Handy Helpers! 🛠️
Our school courtyard is in need of some urgent TLC, and we’re looking for a few volunteers to help out with hedging, weeding, and general garden maintenance. If you’ve got a green thumb (or don’t mind getting your hands a little dirty), we’d love your help—work can be done on your own time!
Interested? Please contact Helena Takhar at htakhar@saanichschools.ca
Also, exciting news: a brand-new shed has been purchased for the school! A huge thank you to Amanda W and her family who have volunteered to help assemble it. We are so grateful for their support.
6) Summer Basketball Camp
Looking to level up your child's game this summer? 🏀 Join Tri-Sphere Training’s Summer Basketball Camps led by UVic Vikes 5th Year Captain Ethan Boag! Whether you're building skills or getting game-ready, there's a spot for every young athlete.
7) Grad Spring Plant Fundraiser: Orders Close April 23
Don’t forget, our Grade 5 class is hosting a Spring Plant Fundraiser. You can order local BC spring plants online and support our grads. 🌸
Order Deadline: April 23rd
Pick-Up Date: May 9th from 2:00-7:00 pm in the school gym
Questions? Contact Amy-Jade Louie at lochsidegradcommittee@gmail.com.
[Ongoing Fundraisers]
Remember to support our ongoing fundraisers to help raise funds for school programs:
Country Grocer: Save and bring in your receipts!
Mabel’s Labels: Personalized labels to keep your kid's things from getting lost.
Bottle Depot: Mention Lochside PAC when returning bottles.
[Upcoming Dates]
Monday, April 14 - Class Photo Day
Tuesday, April 15 - Purdy's Order Pickup
Wednesday, April 16 - Lockdown Drill
Wednesday, April 16 - Ready Set Learn from 4:30-6:30pm @ TSAWOUT
Wednesday, April 16 - Community Budget Meeting at Bayside 7:00pm
Friday, April 18 - Good Friday (no school)
Please email us any time you have a question or concern lochsidepac63@gmail.com
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