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Strong Start Super Pod – February 24

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On February 24, Strong Start will be at Eagle Ridge in Langford for Super Pod. The session begins at 9am and runs until 11:00am. The address is 1089 Langford Parkway.

 
 

STRONG START ALERT – CLOSED

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Strong Start closed for cleaning February 27th

 
 

John Muir Weekly January 30

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Friday Newsletter – January 30
 
Dear Families,
Our Parent Advisory Council (PAC) plays an important role in enriching our students’ learning and school experiences. Through their ongoing fundraising efforts, generous volunteering, and organization of school supplies and resources, PAC helps support programs, activities, and opportunities that benefit all students. Their dedication and collaboration make a meaningful difference in our school community. To continue this important work, PAC is always in need of volunteers, and we encourage families to get involved in any way they can – every contribution of time or support truly matters.
 
Chris Daw – Paralympic Gold Medalist
Our school was fortunate to have a visit from Chris Daw – Paralympic Gold Medalist this afternoon. Chris shared his extensive experience in sports from curling to rugby to volleyball. Students had the opportunity to hold real gold medals as well as an Olympic torch from the Vancouver 2010 Games.
 
Connecting with Teachers
We encourage parents to reach out to their child’s classroom teacher as the first point of contact when questions or concerns arise. Teachers work closely with students each day and are best positioned to provide timely information, context, and support. Open communication at this level often leads to quick and effective solutions and helps strengthen the partnership between home and school. When needed, the principal is always available to support further conversations.
 
Parking Lot
Just a gentle reminder that the loop route in the lower parking lot is not to be used for parking except in the designated parking spaces. The loop route is for drop off and pick up only. Please help us to keep the traffic flowing during morning and afternoon drop off and pick up. Thanks so much for your support.
 
Important Dates
Monday, February 9 – PAC meeting 9am in the library
Thursday, February 12 – Hot Lunch – Subway
Friday, February 13 – Professional Development Day – No School
Monday, February 16 – Family Day – No School
 
From the PAC:
Hot Lunch:
February 12 – Subway (orders due February 4)
March 12 – Pizza (orders due March 4)
 
Fundraisers:
Paper fundraisers have gone home today!
Mitchell’s Soup – Please click here to order online.
Easter Purdys – Click this link to order online https://fundraising.purdys.com/campaign/000021488
Click here to view the online catalogue.
 
PAC Meeting:
Please join us Monday, February 9 at 9:00am in the school library for our next PAC meeting.
 
Have a good weekend!
JM PAC
 
 
 
 
 

POP UP PLAY

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Kindergarten Registration

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Children who turn 5 by December 31, 2026 are eligible to begin school in September 2026. Regular Kindergarten registration is from January 26-30. Registration is done online. Please connect with the office at 250-642-5427 if you have any questions.

 
 

Late French Immersion – For Students Entering Middle School in Sept. 2026

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Late French Immersion is a program where students enter in Grade 6 and learn to become fluent in French. By Grade 8, they are at the same fluency level as Early French Immersion students (who enter the program in Kindergarten or Grade 1). If you have a child entering Grade 6 in September 2026 and is interested in joining the French Immersion program, there is an information session at Journey Middle School on January 22nd at 6:30pm. Please see attachment for more information.
 
 
 

STRONG START

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HOURS

Mon. 8:30-11:30 – John Muir Classroom

Tue. 11:45-2:15 – Ed McGregor Park

Wed. 8:45-11:45 – John Muir Classroom

Thur. 8:30-11:30 – outdoor day John Muir Nature Playground

Fri. 8:30-11:30 – John Muir Classroom

The John Muir StrongStart Program operates five days each week and is open to parents/caregivers and their child(ren). It is a drop-in program for infants, toddlers and preschoolers. Please bring your child’s birth certificate to register for the program.

Weather restrictions for outdoor StrongStart Programs:

If the administration and/or StrongStart Facilitator feel that the program participants are at risk due to weather including high winds (30 km/hour + and swaying tree tops); persistent, strong rainfall; lightening; and/or temperatures below -5 degrees C, then program will end/close for the day.

strong start registration form

 
 

ONLINE CONSENT PORTAL

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The Parent Page – This is where parents login to provide and/or review consents for their children.

  • When using the system for the first time, parents must use the front page to request an access number (which acts as their password).
  • Parents use the verification number to gain entry. From there, they can provide consent to the six activities. If your student is not listed, please make sure that the email address used is the same email address your students school has on file.
  • This is meant to be a one-stop shop for parents to provide consent.

The URL for this page is https://consent.sd62.bc.ca

Here are the consents that are available as this time to be collected online:

  1. Media Consent
  2. Internet Access Consent
  3. General Consent for School Fieldtrips/Activities (Short walking trips)
  4. School Cash Online Consent
  5. Fresh Grade Consent
  6. Google Apps For Education Consent-Grades 4 and 5 only
  7. Aboriginal Education Information and Self-Identification

When do the Consents expire?

  • Some consents (namely GAFE, KEV, and Fresh Grade) expire once a student leaves the district and/or graduates
  • Some consents last one school year
  • The system tracks the expiry of these consents. To renew a consent year to year (for Internet access, as an example) a parent simply reconnects to the system next school year. The system will note that the consent has expired and will give parents an opportunity to renew their permission.

How do you sign up for these consents?

Step 1 – Add registration@sd62.bc.ca to your email contacts

Step 2 – Parents go to the link https://consent.sd62.bc.ca

Step 3 – Add your email address

Step 4 – Go to junk folder as the verification number may be sent to this folder. Make note of your SD62 email verification number

Step 5 – Add the verification number Step 6 – Click on the Consents and choose, “I do give consent”.