Dear CPE Families,

As the seasons change and the cooler weather settles in, we are reminded of the importance of being prepared for all kinds of mountain weather! Please ensure your children come to school dressed warmly with jackets, mitts, gloves, and outdoor boots or shoes. Having a pair of indoor shoes at school also helps keep our hallways and gymnasium clean and safe for everyone.

October has been a busy and rewarding month at CPE. Thank you to all the families who participated in our Goal-Setting Conferences—these conversations are an important part of helping students take ownership of their learning and identify their next steps for growth.

Our school-wide focus this fall has been on the Core Competencies of Personal and Social Responsibility. Through the Secwépemc story of the Swan, students have been reflecting on what it means to be responsible, respectful, and caring members of our school community. We are so proud of the many students who demonstrate these RAISE values each day, both in and out of the classroom.

As we look ahead to November, we are excited to see the continued curiosity, kindness, and learning that fill our school each day.

Warm regards,
Tammy Tomm
Principal

Remembrance Day

CPE will hold a school-wide assembly on Friday, November 7th, at 10:40 a.m. in the gymnasium. Thank you to Ms. Findlay’s grade 6/7 for organizing and hosting the ceremony. Parents and guardians are welcome to attend.   There will be no school on Tuesday, November 11th.

PAC $2 Pizza Lunch Day

Thank you to PAC for hosting a Pizza Lunch day on Friday, November 7th!  No order form is required just bring $2.00 and an appetite(all students will receive a slice of pizza)!  Pepperoni, Hawaiian and Cheese Pizza made by Emo’s and generously organized by the CPE PAC.   Please bring a plate or container on this day.

Grade 6/7 Badminton

Badminton began on Monday, October 27 and runs until November 25th Permission slips for tournament games will go home soon.  A big thank you to Ms. Dodds, Ms. Pynn, Ms. Hill, Ms. Reeves and Mr. Larter for coaching!

Tournament Dates:  Thursday, Nov 13 – Gr. 6 singles @AHE Thursday, Nov 13 – Gr. 7 singles @BVE Tuesday, Nov 18 – Gr. 6 doubles @ AHE Tuesday, Nov 18 – Gr. 7 doubles @ BVE Thursday, Nov 20 – Gr. 6 Mixed Doubles @CPE Tuesday, Nov 25 – Gr. 7 Mixed Doubles @CPE

Scholastic Book Fair

Thank you to all the book shoppers, volunteers, and the CPE PAC for generously giving their time. The Book Fair was a great success, and we were able to purchase approximately $2200 worth of new books for our library!

Purdy’s Chocolate – Order by Nov 21

Purdy’s Chocolates order forms have been sent home. Orders can be placed online, with pick-up scheduled on December 10. A big thank-you to our PAC for all their fundraising efforts—your hard work directly benefits the students of CPE, and we are so grateful for your support!

Battle of the Books Mr. Larter will be offering Battle of the Books this year! This exciting reading program will begin at the end of the month and is open to students in Grades 3 to 7. Participants will read 10 books by March, then compete in a Battle against AHE and BVE to see who knows the books best.  More information will be shared from the library toward the end of November.

Extracurricular Sports The kindergarten students will have the opportunity to visit the Gymnastics Centre for three sessions with Coach Cameron. We are so grateful for this wonderful experience and the chance to learn new skills in such an amazing venue. Each grade in School District 19 has the opportunity to explore different community sports throughout the year, thanks to district funding. We truly appreciate the support that allows our students to participate in these valuable and fun learning experiences. District Sports Opportunities: Kindergarten: Gymnastics Grade 1: Skating Grades 2 & 5: Swimming Grades 3 & 6: Downhill Skiing/Snowboarding Grade 4: Nordic Skiing Grade 7: Curling and Golf

Upcoming Dates at CPE

November 3 – Twin Fiddlers Performance, 10:30–11:30 am
November 4 – PAC Meeting, 6:30 pm, CPE Library
November 7 – PAC Pizza Lunch
November 7 – Remembrance Day Assembly, 10:40–11:10 am
November 10 – Professional Development Day (No school)
November 11 – Remembrance Day (No school)
November 14 – School Assembly
November 14 – Hot Lunch – Butter Chicken and Naan
(Please send a container with a lid and a fork.)
November 21 – Purdy’s Orders Due
November 28 – School Assembly
November 28 – Hot Lunch – Mac & Cheese and Veggies
December 10 – Purdy’s Orders Delivered
December 12 – First Learning Update Sent Home
December 12 – Hot Lunch – Roast Turkey, Mashed Potatoes, and Vegetables
December 17 – CPE Christmas Concert
December 19 – Last Day of School Before Winter Break