Prospect Lake Elementary School

June 12, 2020

Dear Prospect Lake Families,

We wish to thank you for your support and understanding as we worked this spring to create new ways for learning during difficult circumstances. The constant throughout this time has been the joy and excitement we see in our students whether that is remotely or during our more recent in-person connections. As we move towards the end of this school year, we want to draw your attention to a few important pieces of information. 

 Last Day of Instruction

There are some important changes to note for our end of year. In preparation for various year-end procedures, the last day of instruction for all students will be Wednesday June 24^th. This will also include all ESW students. 

 Tuesday, June 23

Students who are attending a Monday/Tuesday cohort will have their final day on Tuesday June 23^rd. At this time, those students will receive their report card and take home any of their personal belongings and supplies. 

 Wednesday, June 24

The Wednesday/Thursday cohort will similarly take home their report card, personal belongings and supplies on Wednesday June 24^th. This will be the last day for this cohort. 

 Thursday, June 25

Students engaging in remote learning have an opportunity to pick up their report card and belongings on Thursday June 25^th. The following processes will be in place for that day:

• 8:00-3:00  Drive up to the cross walk and a staff member will ask for student name  and give you your report card
• Please return any chromebooks and chargers that were on loan
• If students wish to say goodbye to their teacher, see the below schedule when teachers will be in the parking lot during report card pickups on Thursday June 25

Student Device Return

During the COVID 19 public health emergency, schools needed to find a way to pivot to a remote, online learning environment. Through incredible cooperation of schools, custodial and health and safety staff, transportation and technology teams we were able to distribute many devices to students safely and efficiently. As we close this school year, we must collect these devices and return them to their schools.  Please follow the below instructions to return a device:

•  Students who are attending a Monday/Tuesday cohort will have an opportunity, during class time, to return their device to the school office. Please ensure that devices are sent with your child to school no later than Tuesday, June 23^rd. Do not forget to also return the chromebook charger.
• Students who are attending a Wednesday/Thursday cohort will have an opportunity, during class time, to return their device to the school office. Please ensure that devices are sent with your child to school no later than Wednesday, June 24^th . Do not forget to also return the chromebook charger.
• Remote Learners are asked to return devices to Prospect Lake Thursday, June 25^th between 8:00-3:00 which is the same day as report card and remaining student belonging pickup. Please do not forget to also return the chromebook charger.
• For those families who are unable to return devices by the dates listed above, there will be further information posted, to the district and school websites, regarding additional drop off dates and depots.

Student Medication (epipens, etc.)

• Students who are attending a Monday/Tuesday cohort - medication will be returned to families in a sealed envelope for students to take home in backpack on Tuesday, June 23rd. Please let the office know if you prefer a different arrangement.
• Students who are attending a Wednesday/Thursday cohort - medication will be returned to families in a sealed envelope for students to take home in backpack on Wednesday, June 24th. Please let the office know if you prefer a different arrangement.
• Remote Learners – medication can be picked up from the undercovered area on Thursday, June 25^th from 8:00-3:00, along with any other student belongings and report card. Please let the office know if you require a different arrangement.

Student Library Books

• Due ASAP and final date is Friday, June 19 to the classroom teacher if students are in attendance or at the Drop off bin at front of the school 8-3

Earthquake kits

• We will hold on to materials until the September.  Grade 5’s will have this available for pick up with their report cards

Additional Information

All neighbourhood schools in Saanich will be closed for instruction during the summer. Please continue to look on the Saanich Schools website for more information on school start-up in September. Parents will also be contacted through the email address we have on file for you at the school when more information from the province is available. 

As always, should you have questions, please contact Ms. Ko at ako@saanichschools.ca  We thank you for your flexibility and understanding, and we wish all of you a safe and happy summer. 

With gratitude for your tremendous support during this unprecedented time,

Ms. Ko and Ms. Lail