West Sechelt Orca News
December 13, 2018
The Story Behind the Removal of the Treasured Playground Log
After a fall that resulted in a serious student injury, the yellow cedar log that has been a part of the playground for 20 years was removed. It was necessary to do this for two reasons: (1) the log was slippery when wet and so another fall was quite possible; and, (2) there was no impact absorbent material around the log and to create an impact zone was not practical (both in terms of cost and because of limited access for machines around the log due to the proximity of the fence). The wood was returned to the Tripp family who had generously donated the log and the wood is expected to be used by First Nations carvers.
Nutcracker Ballet Performance for Grade 3s and 4s
Concert: Wed., Dec. 19
As you know, space in the gym is limited. The are two ways to see the concert. We ask that extended family members and young children come to the afternoon rehearsals so as many parents and guardians as possible can see their children in the dinnertime show.
1) Rehearsals:
- Massed rehearsal of finale (“Auld Lang Syne”) at 11:45 am.
- Gr 6-7 band dress rehearsal 12:10-12:35 pm
- Div. 12, 11, 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, Choir 1:15-2:40 pm
Students return to school 5:10 pm
2) Dinnertime performance for parents and guardians: 5:30-7:10 pm
Movie and Gingerbread Houses: Fri., Dec 21
Concert Day Food Hamper Drive
Thank You From the PAC
Anyone willing to help with the year-end carnival by joining the carnival committee is encouraged to contact Aspen Wing, PAC Chair, as the organizing is staring now.