IMPORTANT UPCOMING DATES
COPACS NEWS * UPDATED APRIL 21 *
Upcoming Parent and PAC workshops, events, and training opportunities:
Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity (SOGI) with Misha Oak: For Parents, PAC's, and Educational Partners
Parent Advocacy Training with Susan Wilson
COPACS
Blanketing Exercise: For COPACS & PAC members.
School Food Evening *POSTPONED*
On-demand workshops for struggling
students on a range of topics including social emotional wellbeing,
specific learning disabilities and supporting neurodivergent
students.
There are 24 sessions recorded as well as several other resources on topics including: helping students with reading, writing, school avoidance and refusal, structuring homework time for success, what to do when mistakes overwhelm neurodivergent kids, supporting students with ADHD or autism in school, what really motivates kids and many more.
These resources have been financially supported by Parent Advisory Councils (PACs) across our district and are meant for everyone. See our website for more up to date information.
For answers to questions, or for more information, please contact Megan at copacssd63@gmail.com
PARENTING WORKSHOPS FOR PARENTS & KINSHIP CAREGIVERS IN BC
The Parent
Support Services Society of BC would like to invite all parents, guardians, and
kinship caregivers in BC to participate in free, on-line parenting workshops.
Creating and Deepening Attachment with Children
Wednesday May 1st – 10:00am-11:30am
Children need to have healthy attachments to feel safe, seen, and secure. In this workshop we will introduce the different attachments that children develop and how we can meet their attachment needs to move them toward deeper connections.
Understanding Temperament & Goodness of Fit
Wednesday May 1st – 7:00pm-8:30pm
Temperament and goodness of fit are two concepts which can help parents understand their child’s behaviour and support their child’s social and emotional development. Explore ways to improve goodness of fit, being aware of our own temperament & adjusting, when needed.
Creative Journaling: Self-care for Parents & Caregivers
Tuesday May 14th – 10:00am-11:30am
Discover the power of Creative Journaling for mental health! This workshop offers practical techniques to reduce stress, recharge, and gain perspective as a parent or kinship caregiver. Discover the value of self-connection through journaling, learn about the scientific benefits for mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual health, engage in writing prompts and guided journaling, expand creativity, and learn how to apply creative self-care.
Dealing with Parenting Power Struggles
Wednesday May 22nd – 7pm-8:30pm
Engaging in a power struggle with a child can not only be unpleasant but also demoralizing for adults. It can feel like quicksand, where the more you struggle, the deeper you sink. Explore why power struggles occur & how to best support your children to be more cooperative.
Tuning into Temperament
Tuesday May 28th – 10:00am-11:30am
Understanding each child's unique temperament enables us to support their emotional needs effectively. Learn strategies for helping spirited and active children organize their feelings and create a sense of safety for cautious ones in new situations. Explore the 9 different temperament traits, focusing on our child’s strengths & matching our parenting to our child’s temperament.
Register for these free, on-line parenting workshops here: www.bit.ly/springworkshopspss
SPARE ROOM? HOST AN INTERNATIONAL STUDENT!
The Saanich International Student Program (SISP) is actively looking for new Host Families for International students joining the Saanich School District in September 2024. Experience exciting new family dynamics and create relationships that will last a lifetime!
Hosting for SISP – Quick Facts:
Host Family Information Evenings:
If you are interested in learning what being a SISP Host Family is all about, join the SISP Homestay Team for one of the upcoming Host Family Information Evenings.
Drop in anytime between 5-7pm, with short presentations every half hour: 5pm, 5:30pm, 6pm, 6:30pm. Please sign up via the link below.
Dates & Locations:
Express your interest and/or sign up for an Information Evening HERE
Visit https://studyinsaanich.ca/homestay or email homestay@saanichschools.ca to learn more.
WHO IS THE PROSPECT LAKE PAC?
WHAT DO WE DO?
The Prospect Lake Elementary School Parent Advisory Council (PLES PAC) is the officially recognized voice of parents within our school community. It provides an opportunity for parents and legal guardians to become familiar with, and participate in, the workings of the school. Being involved provides the opportunity to exchange ideas among parents, school administration and staff, discuss educational and general school issues, as well as offering a chance to become involved in a variety of social functions.
The PLES PAC also facilitates several programs, such as Emergency Preparedness, Hot Lunch Programs, Fundraising, etc. As parents, we recognize that our children’s success at school depends on our interest, support, and involvement in their education.
At Prospect Lake, the PAC plays a vital role in connecting parents to our school community.
Typical activities of our PAC include:
As a parent/legal guardian of a child in attendance at Prospect Lake Elementary, you are automatically a voting member of the Prospect Lake PAC. You can play a very important role in your child's education and school by being an active participant within the PAC.
Your participation and support will not only enrich our school and community, but also the lives of you and your children. We invite you to get involved!