Volunteers Needed for the Carnival – This Monday, June 23rd!

Dear Chantrell Creek Families,

We’re excited to remind you that our Year-End Carnival is just around the corner — this Monday, June 23rd!

To make this event a fun and memorable experience for all our students, we need your help!

We’re currently looking for a few more volunteers to assist with set up, concession, and handing out the pre ordered dinners. Even a short shift makes a big difference and helps us keep the evening running smoothly.

If you’re available to lend a hand, please sign up using the link below:

volunteersignup.org/KYXH4

Thank you for supporting our school community — we couldn’t do this without you!

Warm regards,

Chantrell Creek PAC

June Newsletter

As the school year winds down, we have a few exciting events and updates to share with our Chantrell Creek Families!

Freezie Fridays are in Full Swing!

Join us every Friday after the bell in front of the school for a cool treat! Freezie Fridays will run until June 20th—don’t miss out on the fun!

Year-End Carnival – Monday, June 23rd | 5–7 PM

Come out for a magical evening of fun! We’ll have face painting, family games, and a little bit of magic for everyone.

**Food pre-orders open next week—keep an eye out so you don’t miss your chance to reserve food for your family's dinner at the Carnival!

We Need Your Help!

The Carnival can only happen with the support of our amazing community. We’re looking for volunteers to help with setup, concession, and clean-up. Half an hour of your time does makes a big difference!

Sign up to volunteer here: volunteersignup.org/KYXH4

Teacher Appreciation Lunch – Tuesday, June 17th

Let’s show our amazing teachers and staff how much we appreciate them!

Through the link you can see the proposed menu items and sign up for the item(s) you wish to bring. Please send all your items to the school at 11:00am, on Tuesday, June 17th. There are some dietary restrictions amongst the staff - gluten free, vegetarian, and no nuts - so if you are purchasing from a store or restaurant, please keep the packaging/labels. If you are contributing homemade items, please write down the ingredients on a piece of paper.

If you have any questions or would like to contribute an item not listed below, please don't hesitate to email PAC at hello@chantrellcreekpac.ca to discuss. 

volunteersignup.org/WWQYK

A Note from our PAC Chair

It has truly been a pleasure to serve as Chair of the PAC for the past two years. I’m so grateful for the incredible PAC executive team—it’s been a team effort all the way and I don’t know what I would have done without these amazing ladies behind me. While Rosalyn and I are stepping back from our Chair and Vice Chair roles we will still be involved, focusing more on community-building and support.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have questions or want to get involved. Our community is strongest when we come together!

Positions that are available/need to be voted in for the 2025-2026 school year:

1) Chair: Zena Canning

2) Vice Chair: Amandeep Heer

3) Fruit & Veggie coordinator: Vacant

4) DPAC Representative: Vacant

5) Traffic Coordinator: Vacant

Voting/appointment of these positions will take place in the September or October General Meeting. Please send in your self nominations to hello@chantrellcreekpac.ca 

Descriptions of the positions can be found in the PAC Constitution and By-laws HERE

Warm regards,

Amanda & Rosalyn

Mid-May Updates

Hi Chantrell families,

We know this time of year is extra busy so we wanted to quickly remind you of a few things!

1. Sports Day Hot Lunch Orders Due 

We are offering hot lunch on Sports Day! Order for your child or the whole family if you're planning to come and cheer the students on and you can enjoy a picnic together.

Deadline: Friday, May 17 at 11PM

**No late orders will be accepted, and all orders must be paid in full to be processed.

Place Your Order Here: https://chantrellcreek.hotlunches.net/

2. Volunteers Are Needed!

We need your help to make hot lunch possible for the remainder of the school year! If you’re available to lend a hand, please sign up using the link below. Even one shift makes a big difference—and it’s a lot of fun too!

Volunteer Sign-Up Link: volunteersignup.org/AKEPQ

3. Thank You for Attending Our PAC AGM!

A big thank you to all who attended the AGM, both in person and virtually. We’re thrilled to share that the Technology Coordinator position has been filled—thank you Sonica for stepping up!

However, the Chair and Vice Chair roles remain vacant.

These positions must be filled for PAC to continue next year. If you’re interested or have questions, please email us at hello@chantrellcreekpac.ca or come chat with Amanda or Rosalyn—we’re often around the school and happy to talk!

Upcoming Dates to Note

• May 17 – Sports Day Hot Lunch Orders Due
  Don’t forget to order lunch for any family members coming to cheer on the students!

• May 30 through End of June – Freezie Fridays Return!
  Cool off with a sweet treat every Friday at 2:30PM in front of the school. Prices range from $1–$2.

• June 3 – Final PAC Meeting (Library @ 8:40AM)
  Your last chance to help elect a Chair/Vice Chair and close out the year with us!

• June 17 – Staff Appreciation Lunch
  Watch for our sign-up sheet to contribute food and help celebrate our amazing Chantrell staff.

• June 23 – Year-End Family Carnival
  More details coming soon—we can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Thank you for your continued support and involvement. We couldn’t do any of this without our incredible parent community!

— Your Chantrell Creek PAC Team

URGENT: PAC Positions Must Be Filled – Your School Community Needs You!

Dear Chantrell Creek Families,

Thank you for taking a moment to read this very important message from your Parent Advisory Council (PAC).

As we begin wrapping up the current school year, we’re already planning ahead — and that means we urgently need to fill key PAC executive positions for the 2025–2026 school year:

• Chair

• Vice Chair

• Technology Coordinator

Without a Chair, the PAC cannot operate.

This means we lose over $35,000 in grants and funds currently in our account — money that supports critical programs and experiences for our students here at Chantrell Creek. It also means no more:

• Hot Lunches

• Spirit Wear

• Movie & Game Nights

• Book Fairs

• Symphony Field Trips 

• Guest Speakers & Young Actors

• Math Festival

• Fruit & Veggie Program

• Music & Library Support

• Athletics & Track Support

• End-of-Year Carnival

• Kindergarten T-Shirts

• Sports Day Popsicles

• Classroom Funds for Teachers

• Grade 7 Graduation Support

• Elgin Scholarships for Chantrell Alumni

• School Supply Ordering Program

• Freezie Fridays

• Computer & Laptop Upgrade Support

These initiatives through our PAC only happen because parents like you step up.

We know these roles can sound daunting — but you won’t be doing it alone. Support is available, and the Chair/Vice Chair role can be shared between friends. If you’ve ever thought of getting involved, now is the time.

You can find a copy of our PAC Constitution and Bylaws including a description of each role HERE

Please reach out to us at hello@chantrellcreekpac.ca if you’d like to self-nominate, ask questions, or learn more.

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Mark Your Calendar: PAC Annual General Meeting

Date: Wednesday, May 14th

Time: 7:00–8:00 PM

Location: School Library or online via Google Meet (link: https://meet.google.com/ojn-pnwv-zqt )

All parents and guardians are welcome and encouraged to attend. We’ll be voting in our new PAC executive and discussing plans for the year ahead.

Meeting Agenda:

• Welcome & Call to Order

• Adoption of Agenda

• Year-in-Review: Events & Initiatives

• Message from Principal Koppensteiner

• Financial Update & Budget Presentation

• Election of New Executive Members

• Acknowledgment of Outgoing Members

• Open Forum for Questions, Ideas, and Feedback

Your voice matters. Your involvement matters. Your children benefit.

We look forward to seeing you on May 14th!

Warmly,

Amanda & Rosalyn

Chair & Vice Chair

Chantrell Creek Elementary PAC

Spiritwear Recycling Program & Hot Lunch Volunteers Needed

Hey Chantrell Creek families,

Have a drawer full of spiritwear that’s two sizes too small? Or maybe you’re on the hunt for the next size up after that sudden growth spurt? Good news — we’re here to help!

This week, you’ll spot a cardboard box in the school lobby where you can drop off your gently used Chantrell Creek spiritwear. We’ll give them a loving wash and get them ready for new homes!

Then, the following week, it’s time to shop:

• When: Wednesday May 7th & Thursday May 8th

• Time: 2:30 PM – 3:00 PM

• Where: Front doors of the school

• Cost: $5 per item (seriously, you can’t even get a fancy coffee for that anymore!)

Whether you’re cleaning out your closets or gearing up for another year of school pride, we’d love your spiritwear donations — and your bargain-hunting spirit!

Also, we are in need of hot lunch volunteers for the remainder of this year. Our hot lunch program is coordinated by PAC and relies on your help to run smoothly. The students thank you for offering your time to give them such a special treat each week!

Please click the link to sign-up: volunteersignup.org/AKEPQ

Sincerely,

- Your Chantrell Creek PAC Team

Urgent: Volunteers Needed for Hot Lunch & Book Fair

Dear Parents and Guardians,

We urgently need volunteers to help with two upcoming events: Hot Lunch and the Book Fair.

Your involvement not only makes these events possible but also contributes significantly to our school community! Click the links below to view the days/times needing to be filled by volunteers:

•Hot Lunch: volunteersignup.org/AKEPQ

• Book Fair (April 10-11): volunteersignup.org/3WAPX

A huge thank you to everyone who has already volunteered this past year and to those of you that are signing up now! Your dedication and time are truly valued and appreciated.

Upcoming Events:

• Book Fair: Thursday, April 10 & Friday, April 11, at lunch and after school

• Movie Night: Thursday, April 24 – Trolls Band Together, Doors open 5:45pm movie starts at 6pm.

• Annual General Meeting (AGM) - Wednesday May 17th @ 7pm in the library

• Year-End School Carnival- Friday June 13. More details to come

PAC Positions Available for 2025-2026:

Chair

Vice Chair

Technology Coordinator

You can find the roles and responsibilities of the PAC Exec positions in our Bylaws HERE

If you would like to self-nominate for a vacant position or have questions, please email us at hello@chantrellcreekpac.ca

Warm regards,

Chantrell Creek PAC Executives

Hot Lunch Deadline TONIGHT & Upcoming Events

Hi Chantrell Creek Families,

We hope you are all having a restful Spring Break. A quick reminder that hot lunch ordering closes TODAY – be sure to get your orders and payment in before the end of the day!

Hot Lunch website: https://chantrellcreek.hotlunches.net/

We also have a few upcoming meetings and events so please mark your calendars:

• PAC Executive Meeting (open to all parents):

Tuesday, April 1st at 8:40 AM

Location: Multipurpose Room

We will be discussing open exec positions, a year-end carnival planning committee, current financials, and more. Everyone is welcome to attend! 

• Annual General Meeting (AGM):

Wednesday, May 14th at 7PM

Location: School Library

We will be voting on next years budget and the new executive members.

Current Open positions for 2025/2026 PAC Executive are:

-Chair

-Vice Chair

-Member at Large

You can find the roles and responsibilities of the PAC Exec in the Bylaws HERE

If you would like to self-nominate for a vacant position or have questions, please email us at hello@chantrellcreekpac.ca

Upcoming School Events (put on by PAC)

• Scholastic Book Fair: April 10 & 11

• Movie Night: April 24 – Stay tuned for more details!

We’re always looking for volunteers! If you’re interested in helping out, please check out the opportunities listed below. 

Hot Lunch: volunteersignup.org/AKEPQ

Book Fair: volunteersignup.org/3WAPX

A huge thank you to everyone who has volunteered so far this year – we truly appreciate the time and energy you’ve contributed to our school community.

Warm regards,

Amanda & Rosalyn

PAC Chair & Vice Chair

Hot Lunch Ordering Now Open for Final Term – Deadline March 26th

Dear Chantrell Creek Families,

The hot lunch ordering system is now open for the final term of this school year! Please take a moment to do this as soon as possible so you don't forget over Spring Break! Orders can be placed until Wednesday, March 26th. 

Please remember that all orders must be paid for in order to be processed. The system will not be reopened after the deadline, so be sure to place your orders on time.

Thank you for your support and we appreciate your cooperation in ensuring a smooth ordering process. Please reach out to PAC by email (see below) if you are having any technical issues.

Order here: https://chantrellcreek.hotlunches.net/

PAC email: hello@chantrellcreekpac.ca

Volunteer sign-up sheet: volunteersignup.org/AKEPQ

Best regards,

Amanda & Rosalyn

PAC Chantrell Creek Elementary 

March PAC Update!

Hello Chantrell Creek Families!

Here’s what is happening with the PAC:

1) General PAC Meeting – Wednesday, March 12 @ 2 PM

Join us in the multi-purpose room this coming Wednesday as we plan for upcoming events and next year. We will be meeting after the talent show and would love to hear your ideas and have your support!

Agenda includes:

• Financials

• Book Fair

• Movie Night

• Year-End Carnival

• Exiting PAC Members & New Positions to Fill

2) Final Round of Hot Lunch Orders

The last round of hot lunch ordering for this school year opens next week! Keep an eye on your email for details coming soon.

3) Hot Lunch Reminder – Ooops!

If your child is missing part of their hot lunch or something doesn’t seem right, please remind them to go to the PAC kitchen right away! We’re happy to help resolve any issues. Most of the time, their lunch is still in the bottom of the insulated bag or was taken by mistake by another student and the situation can be easily resolved right away. We’re here to help!

4) Volunteer Opportunities

Interested in getting involved? Check out the current links below to sign up (with more opening up soon)! We are so grateful for our volunteers—our events and activities wouldn’t be possible without you.

Hot lunch volunteers (March): volunteersignup.org/QC78T

Traffic flow volunteers (March/April) volunteersignup.org/KHDP3

Thank you for your continued support!

Your Chantrell Creek PAC

Hot Lunch Deadline Approaching

Hi Chantrell Creek Families,

This is a friendly reminder that the deadline to order hot lunches for Feb/March is this Friday, January 24th at 10 PM. Please make sure to place your orders before the deadline to avoid any last-minute issues. Unfortunately, we won’t be able to accept any late or unpaid orders.

Log-in to place your orders here: https://chantrellcreek.hotlunches.net/

If you have any questions or concerns you can email us at hello@chantrellcreekpac.ca

Sincerely,

The PAC Team

Welcome Back & Happy New Year!

Welcome Back!

Happy New Year! We hope you had a wonderful holiday season and are excited to kick off 2025 with a fantastic term ahead.

1. Hot Lunch

Our hot lunch ordering system will be opening shortly for orders running from February through to March Break. If you haven’t done so already, please sign up on the hot lunch website chantrellcreek.hotlunches.net This will ensure that you receive all PAC emails with regular updates and hot lunch ordering instructions.

We are also looking for volunteers to help with our hot lunch program! This is a fun and easy way to support this program, meet other parents, and be involved in the school community. Sign up below.

January: volunteersignup.org/ECYJP

Feb-March: volunteersignup.org/QC78T

2. PAC Meeting Next Week

Join us for our PAC General Meeting on Wednesday, January 15th at 2:00 PM in the Multi-Purpose Room. This is a great opportunity to hear updates, share ideas, and get involved. We look forward to seeing you there!

3. Save the Date – Family Games Night!

Mark your calendars for Thursday, January 23rd – it’s Family Games Night!

Bring the whole family for an evening of fun and games. More details to come soon—stay tuned.

We can’t wait to see you at these exciting events!

Warmly, 

Your Chantrell Creek Elementary PAC

October 17, 2024 PAC Updates

Book Fair Success!

A huge thank you to everyone who helped and supported the Book Fair last week! Together, we surpassed our goal of over $5,000 in sales which means we raised $1,200 in cash for our school library!! Special shout out to Sue and Lucy for all your hard work in organizing and running such a large and successful event!

We’re also thrilled to announce that through your generosity all the teacher's Wish Lists were fulfilled which means more exciting books and resources are now in our children’s classrooms!

Family Movie Night – Thursday, October 24th, 6 PM

Join us in the gym on October 24th for a night full of laughs, music, and heart with Disney’s Coco! Doors open at 5:45 PM, so come early to claim your spot, grab some treats at the concession, and get cozy.

Bring the whole family—just make sure no one steals your popcorn in the spirit of the night. It’s going to be a bone-a fide good time!

We can’t wait to see you there!

**Please note: children must be accompanied by an adult at all times during this movie night

**Concession will be cash only.

Spirit Wear Reminder

Mark your calendars so you don’t forget to place your orders for Chantrell Creek Spirit Wear! We will have sizing samples available after-school on Monday, October 21st, and Tuesday, October 22nd, to help you get the perfect fit. Ordering will be done online and the link will be sent out next week. This is a great way to show school pride, so be sure to check it out! 

Thank You, Volunteers!

A BIG shout-out to all the amazing volunteers who have signed up and helped with the Book Fair, Hot Lunch, and morning traffic. Your hard work and dedication keeps everything running smoothly, and we couldn’t do any of these things without you! If you’re interested in volunteering, check out the links below:

1. Movie Night Volunteers: volunteersignup.org/QADF9

2. Hot Lunch Volunteers: volunteersignup.org/ECYJP

3. Traffic Volunteers: volunteersignup.org/WECBL

Pizza Friday Reminder

Tomorrow is Pizza Day for hot lunch. If you’ve ordered, don’t forget to remind your kids—it’s going to be a delicious treat!

Sincerely,

The Chantrell Creek PAC 

September Updates: Hot lunch, Volunteer Opportunities, and More

Dear Chantrell Creek Families,

We have a few important announcements and updates to share:

Hot Lunch Orders

Just a reminder that the Hot Lunch System closes tomorrow, Saturday, September 21st, for this term. Orders can only be processed if they are paid in full. Term two ordering will open in the New Year.

**Volunteer Opportunities**

We have several volunteer opportunities that need to be filled. If you are available to help, please consider signing up for any of the following roles that fit your schedule:

1. Hot Lunch Volunteers: volunteersignup.org/ECYJP

2. Traffic Volunteers:  volunteersignup.org/WECBL

Thank You to Our Terry Fox Volunteers! 

A big thank you to all the volunteers who helped out today for the Terry Fox Run. Your involvement allowed the students to run safely and made a significant impact on our school spirit. 

Technology Fund Donations

You may have seen the new Technology & Playground Upgrade section on the Hot Lunch Ordering site. This year, PAC is asking families for a one-time $100 donation to help cover technology replacements (like classroom laptops and tablets) and future playground updates. If everyone pitches in, there won’t be any more fundraising for these items this year, allowing PAC to focus on fun events and boosting school spirit. Your support and generosity means so much to the students and staff!

Upcoming Dates to Remember

Sat, Sept 21st: Hot Lunch System Closes

Wed, Sept 25th: Hot Dog Day

Thurs, Sept 26th: Orange Shirt Day

Tues, Oct 1st: PAC Meeting at 9:00 AM in the multipurpose room. We will be finalizing this year’s 2024-2025 budget. Please join us after drop-off.

Oct 7-11th: Book Fair – keep an eye out for volunteer opportunities.

Thurs, Oct 24th: Family Movie Night – stay tuned for more information.

Introducing Our PAC Executive for 2024-2025

Chair: Amanda Doyle

Vice Chair: Rosalyn Wookey

Treasurer: Karolina MacDonald

Secretary: Sameera Kathrada

Tech Coordinator: Hartej Gill

DPAC Rep: Jasbir Roopra

Hot Lunch Coordinator: Nav Toor

Book Fair Coordinator: Sue Wevers

Care Fund Coordinator: Ram Gregoriou

Fruit & Veg Coordinator: Annie Shi

Members at Large: Shemu Gill, Zoe Buchmann

We are excited to work together this year and encourage anyone interested in volunteering for open positions to click the links above. Your involvement makes our school community stronger!

Thank you for your continued support.

Warm regards,  

Chantrell Creek PAC

(September 20, 2024)