Grandma Lee,

Thank you for teaching us your language and taking the time to come to our school and educating our students and staff.

Much appreciated,

Ruth King King Elementary

Since it was Rainbow Day  last Thursday, some of the grade 5 students decided to paint the staircase up to the primary hallway.  Here is a photo of the progress so far.  They still need to paint another coat, but it is looking great so far.

We had many field trips last week and will continue to have these this week as well.  Classes are going bowling, or swimming, or picnicking, or hiking etc.  Please make sure your child is prepared for their field trips.

This Week:

Coming Up in the Last Week:

What is National Indigenous Day?

National Indigenous Day is a time for all Canadians to recognize the unique heritage, the diverse cultures and outstanding contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis. Proclaimed by the Governor General in 1996, National Indigenous Day provides an opportunity to acknowledge the unique achievements of First Nations, Métis and Inuit in fields as diverse as agriculture, the environment, business and the arts.

June 21^st was chosen for National Indigenous Day because it is also the summer solstice, the longest day of the year. For generations, many Indigenous communities have celebrated their culture and heritage on or near this day. National Indigenous Peoples Day (rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca)

This year, in honour of the day, we would like to recognize the shared traditional territories of the Coast Salish, and Nuu-chah-nulth peoples to the West Coast, where we live on the South Island. National Indigenous Day is a phrase we use through culturally responsive education and the work we do with local First Nations daily.

We recognize those territories of the First Nations, and thank each Nation for welcoming us to the beauty of this land, sea and sky.

Thank you                                     English
Hych’ka                                         Coast Salish
Kleco Kleco                                   Nuu-chah-nulth
Gilakasla                                        Kwakwaka’wakw
Marsee                                           Métis

We’re excited to announce that Ruth King school is a recipient of this year’s Indigo Love of Reading Foundation #LiteracyFundGrant. With their help, we’ve been able to provide vital reading resources to our students to ensure every child has access to diverse and enriching books. Watch full video: https://bit.ly/3wrTNB5 Thank You #IndigoLoveofReading!

THURSDAY, JUNE 17th – Rainbow Day! Wear your rainbow colours!

Only twelve more days of school left for this year.  Enjoy the last couple of weeks everyone.

This Week:

Reminders:

• Please remember to do the Daily Health Check with your child and keep them home if your child is sick. This is still so important and we all really appreciate your support in keeping everyone healthy.
• Please also remember to wear a mask at all times when you are on the playground with your child. Please remind care givers who are dropping off and picking up your child as well.   And please also stay safely on the non-paved areas away from the staff when they are picking up their classes.   We all really appreciate your cooperation.
• If your child is going to be away from school, it is important to email your child’s teacher to let them know directly.

Coming Up Next Month:

Creator Great Spirit as we gather together in this circle we are thankful for each one as we remember and honour “the little ones” whose lives ended at Kamloops residential school those many years ago – May the ancestors watch over them – May the road to the other side be graced by tall majestic pine trees with sweet scented healing flowers along the way – little birds singing their lament acknowledging their passing – May candles lit in their honour light their way – May the angels comfort them along with our prayers as we send our love and wrap them in warmth protecting their journey.  We also remember the families left behind – May they know comfort and peace with all the love we send.

Hych-guh Siem!

Elder Shirley Alphonse, Cowichan Tribes

Note: Elder Shirley has given permission for SD62 schools to post, read, create art and The video is accessible here: https://youtu.be/PXkRPkiBY14

This Week:
Monday – June 7th • Lunch Program – Hard-boiled egg, crackers and cheese, apples and carrots
Tuesday – June 8th • Lunch Program – Macaroni & shredded cheese; red apple
• Popcorn and Smencil Day for those who have ordered
• PAC Meeting 6:30pm
Wednesday – June 9th • Lunch Program – Chicken Caesar wrap; mandarin orange
Thursday – June 10th • Lunch Program – 6 chicken nuggets with honey mustard sauce; banana
Friday – June 11th • Lunch Program — Pizza sub sandwich and Rice Krispies square.

Reminders:
Please remember to do the Daily Health Check with your child and keep them home if your child is sick. This is still so important and we all really appreciate your support in keeping everyone healthy.

Please also remember to wear a mask at all times when you are on the playground with your child. Please remind care givers who are dropping off and picking up your child as well. And please also stay safely on the non-paved areas away from the staff when they are picking up their classes. We all really appreciate your cooperation.

Please remind students to go directly home after school unless parents are supervising their child on the playground. The “After School Program” staff are noticing extra students who are not registered, hanging out after school unsupervised. Thank you for your help with this matter.

If your child is going to be away from school, it is important to email your child’s teacher to let them know directly.

Please remind your child not to bring toys or other sports equipment from home to school unless it is requested by the classroom teacher.

Coming Up Next Month:

June 14  Monday Morning Meeting – Cohort 5 (Sabyan/Chan)
June 17  Rainbow Day (SOGI)
June 18  White Spot – PAC event
June 21  National Indigenous Day and Pizza Day – PAC event
June 22 Public Board Meeting – 7:00 pm
June 28 Grade 5 Celebration – 1:00 pm
June 28 Monday Morning Meeting – Cohort 6 (Grimwood/Deichman)
June 29 Last Day of School