Nov. 9-13, 2026

Nov. 10           Remembrance Day Assembly (Families are welcome. Gym doors open at 10:45AM)

Nov. 11           Remembrance Day (School is closed)

Nov. 13           Winter Market & Family Photo Night

Nov. 17           Delta Police School Liaison Presentations for Intermediate grades: “Be an Active                                   Bystander”

PAC Treat Day (Krispy Kreme donuts)

Nov. 19           Delta Police School Liaison Presentations for primary grades “Anti-Bullying & Kindness”

Gr. 7 White Spot Fundraiser

Nov. 24, 25.    Defy Martial Arts Sessions

Nov. 30           Professional Development Day (No School for Students)

These dates, and more, are also available on our school monthly calendar.

School Volunteers

Forms and Criminal Record Checks

Are you volunteering at our school this year? If so, please visit the school district’s new Volunteering webpage (Volunteering – Delta School District) and ensure you have completed all required steps, including obtaining a current Criminal Record Check (CRC). As required by law, Criminal Record Checks must be renewed at least every five years. We appreciate your understanding that these checks are both a legal requirement and an important part of our commitment to maintaining a safe environment for all students. There is no cost to complete your CRC through the district’s online process.

The Volunteering webpage also includes links to the required volunteer forms for anyone who has not yet submitted them to the school office this school year. If you have already submitted your volunteer forms, you do not need to complete them again.

Please note that submitting volunteer forms does not replace the requirement to complete a Criminal Record Check. All volunteers should ensure both requirements have been met before participating in volunteer activities.

Remembrance Day Assembly,

Nov. 10 (Gym doors open 10:40AM)

Parents/Guardians are invited to join us for our annual Remembrance Day Assembly as we come together as a school community to honour and remember the courage, service and sacrifices of those who have served and continue to serve our country. Through music, reflections and moments of silence, we will reflect on the importance of peace, gratitude and keeping the memory of those who served alive.

We will also be collecting poppy donations throughout the week, with all contributions going to the Royal Canadian Legion. Thank you for helping us honour this important tradition and teach our students the value of remembrance. We hope you can join us for this meaningful opportunity to reflect and remember together.

PAC Photo Sessions: 3 spots available

There are 3 sessions available for the PAC Photo Night!

Looking for the perfect opportunity to update those family photos? Hellings PAC is excited to host a Family Photo Night Fundraiser with Mountain West Photography!

Join us on Friday, November 13 for a quick 10-minute family photo session.  For just $30 per family, you’ll receive one beautiful 8×10 print of your choice!

Highlight of the week

A highlight of the week was seeing so many of our students proudly dressed in their beautiful Diwali attire on Friday! It was wonderful to see many in our school community celebrating and sharing in the colour, culture and joy of Diwali.

Nov. 2-6, 2026

REMINDERS FOR UPCOMING DATES:

Nov. 4            PAC Meeting 6:00PM

Nov. 10           Remembrance Day Assembly (Families are welcome. Gym doors open at 10:45AM)

Nov. 11           Remembrance Day (School is closed)

Nov. 13           Winter Market & Family Photo Night

These dates, and more, are also available on our school monthly calendar.

A friendly reminder that we did not turn our clocks back an hour this weekend, so mornings will continue to feel darker as we head into the fall and winter months. Please help your child stay safe by wearing bright or reflective clothing when walking or biking to school and remaining alert when crossing streets. A little extra visibility and caution go a long way in keeping our Wildcats safe!

A Reminder from Fraser Health

Earlier this year, British Columbia adopted permanent daylight saving time, with the final clock
change taking place on March 8, 2026. As a result, the province now observes Pacific Time
(PCT) year-round, eliminating the twice-yearly switch between Pacific Standard Time (PST) and
Pacific Daylight Time (PDT).
During parts of the winter, particularly between late November and early February, many
children will travel to school before sunrise. Fraser Health is sharing this information to support
students, schools and families as they adapt to year-round Pacific Time and maintain healthy
sleep habits and safe travel to and from school.

What Families Can Do

Support healthy sleep and well-being by:

• Spending time outdoors during morning daylight hours whenever possible.
• Encouraging physical activity and social connection through after-school programs and activities.
• Maintaining consistent bedtimes and wake-up times.
• Turning off screens at least one hour before bedtime, as evening screen use can make it harder to fall asleep.

Support safe travel to and from school by:

• Helping children choose well-lit routes with sidewalks and designated crossings.
• Encouraging children to wear reflective or high-visibility clothing and use a flashlight when travelling during darker morning hours.
• Reminding children to use designated crossings, scan traffic, and make sure vehicles have stopped before crossing.

If driving:

• Use extra caution when driving near schools, crosswalks, intersections and shared pathways.
• Be aware of one’s surroundings and refraining from cell phone use, make eye contact, and shoulder check before turning or changing direction.
• Travel at slow speeds and stop completely at stop signs and crosswalks.

PAC Fundraising

CAPTURE THE MEMORIES! FAMILY PHOTO NIGHT IS HERE! ❤️

Looking for the perfect opportunity to update those family photos? Hellings PAC is excited to host a Family Photo Night Fundraiser with Mountain West Photography!

Join us on Friday, November 13 for a quick 10-minute family photo session.  For just $30 per family, you’ll receive one beautiful 8×10 print of your choice!

Whether it’s the whole family, siblings, or a special moment with the kids, it’s a wonderful opportunity to capture memories while supporting our school community.

Friday, November 13, 2026

Hellings Elementary

$30 per session

10-minute sessions

️ One 8×10 print included

Spots are limited, click the link below to book your session and see all our upcoming events.

https://hellings-pac.square.site/

Every session helps support Hellings PAC and our students. Thank you for your continued support! ❤️

Community Opportunities

Free Adaptive Sports Day – Saturday, November 14

Vancouver FC, a men’s professional soccer team, and Net Positive Football Society are hosting Adaptive Sports Day 2.0 on Saturday, November 14, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Canlan Scotia Barn in Burnaby. Space is limited in our indoor venue, so families are encouraged to register as soon as possible. Registration closes November 7 at 5 p.m. Register here:

North Delta Basketball Association Winter 2027 Game Play Development Program
Eight Sunday Sessions at North Delta Secondary Gym on Jan 17, 24 and 31, Feb 7, 14, 21 and 28 and March 7
Boys: Grades 5 – 6 from 3-4pm, Grades 7 – 8 from 4-5pm
Girls: Grades 5 – 6 from 5-6pm, Grades 7 – 8 from 6-7pm

This program will have registered students playing games with their peers. Students will receive an NDBA reversible jersey to be used for each
session. NDBA Delta coaches will coach the teams and referees will ensure fair play. This program is eligible for Kidsport Funding.

For more information, email ndbainfo@gmail.com or call 672 755 2121

https://forms.gle/qFAzqfRXCd611VCK7

Highlight of the Week

One of the highlights this week was our annual Halloween costume parade, where students and staff showed off their creative and spooky costumes! We also loved seeing our Grade 6/7 students transform the forest into a pumpkin patch, bringing a little Halloween magic to our outdoor space.

Oct. 26-30, 2026

REMINDERS FOR UPCOMING DATES:

Oct. 26           Photo Re-takes

Last day for Scholastic Book Fair

Oct. 30           Halloween Parade at 1:00 (Families invited in the gym)

Nov. 10           Remembrance Day Assembly (Families are welcome. Gym doors open at 10:45AM)

Nov. 11           Remembrance Day (School is closed)

Nov. 13           Winter Market & Family Photo Night

These dates, and more, are also available on our school monthly calendar.

Parking and Pick Up/Drop Off Areas 

With so many staff and students arriving at school every day, the traffic before 8:30am and after 2:50pm is quite congested. To ensure the safety of all when traffic is busy, please use the designated areas when dropping off or picking up your child. Please use extreme caution at the nearby crosswalks. Let’s keep students safe on their way to and from school. A reminder that we have several nearby side roads and the Kennedy Seniors Centre that are part of our Drive to 5 Safe School Travel Program.  Please see  Hellings_Best_Routes_Map[200798]

PAC Fundraising 

Families can schedule appointments for the Family Photo Session as of this Monday, Oct. 26 (see flyer above)

DIYA Fest

The City of Delta is excited to announce the return of DIYAfest – a South Asian celebration of Diwali and Bandi Chorr Divas – on Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 3 to 9 pm at the North Delta Recreation Centre! DIYAfest brings our community together to celebrate South Asian culture and traditions, centred around the diya, a traditional oil lamp symbolizing light, hope, and unity. The City of Delta warmly invites you and your family to join us for an exciting evening featuring cultural performances, live music, diverse food vendors, interactive activities, an artisan market, and a full-sized illuminated Ferris wheel offering free rides for the community! See the poster for details.

Highlight of the week

One of the highlights of this week was seeing so many parents/guardians at our Parent-Teacher Conferences. Thank you for taking the time to connect with your child’s teacher and learn more about their progress. We truly value the partnership between home and school. When we work together, we can better support each child’s learning, celebrate their successes, and identify areas where they may need extra encouragement or support. Staying connected helps ensure that we share a common understanding of your child’s strengths, goals, and next steps. These conversations also help children see that the important adults in their lives are working together to help them grow and succeed. You are an important part of our Hellings community.

As always, if you have any questions/concerns or an idea you’d like to share, please feel free to reach out to Ms. Gonzalez at hgonzalez@deltaschools.ca

Oct. 19-23, 2026

REMINDERS FOR UPCOMING DATES:

Oct. 20-26      Scholastic Book Fair (Open during Parent-Teacher Conferences)

Oct. 21 & 22   Early Dismissal at 2:00PM for Parent-Teacher Conferences

Oct. 23           Professional Development Day (School is closed)

Oct. 26           Photo Re-takes

Oct. 30           Halloween Parade at 1:00 (Families invited in the gym)

Nov. 10           Remembrance Day Assembly

Nov. 11           Remembrance Day (School is closed)

These dates, and more, are also available on our school monthly calendar.

Early Dismissal for Parent-Teacher Conferences

Please remember that students will be dismissed at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, Oct. 21 and Thursday, Oct. 22 to accommodate our Parent-Teacher Conferences. Please ensure caregivers are aware of these early dismissal times.

Parent-Teacher Conferences are an important opportunity for teachers and parents/guardians to connect, share insights, and work together to support each child’s learning and growth.

We encourage all families to book and attend a conference through ParentConnect. These meetings provide an opportunity to celebrate student successes, discuss areas for growth, and identify meaningful next steps to support learning.

Strong communication between home and school makes a difference! When families and teachers work together, students benefit from a shared commitment to their learning and progress.

Thank you for making these conversations a priority and for your continued partnership with our school. We look forward to connecting with our families.

Parent Connect Link: https://cimsweb.deltasd.bc.ca/schoolconnect/parentsignone.aspx

How to sign up for parent teacher conferences or student led conferences

Please click the INTERVIEW tab on the top bar and then select your time.

Scholastic Book Fair

Come explore the excitement of reading at our Scholastic Book Fair hosted by our Teacher Librarian, Ms. Grant.  Students will have a chance to peruse through books at the Scholastic Book Fair during Library blocks and it will also be open during Parent-Teacher Conferences.  Feel free to drop by Oct. 21 from 2:00-6:00PM or Oct. 22 from 2:00-5:00PM.  Discover new books, find your child’s next great read, and help nurture a lifelong love of reading. There’s something for every curious mind and every reading level!

PAC Fundraising

Daylight Saving Time and Road Safety

As we move further into fall, shorter days, darker mornings and changing weather make it especially important to keep our students and community safe.

A reminder about daylight saving time: British Columbia has moved to year-round daylight saving time. This means there will be no clock change on Sunday, November 1, 2026.

As daylight hours decrease, we encourage families and community members to review these important safety reminders:

• Be visible: Encourage children walking or cycling to wear bright or reflective clothing and use lights when needed.
• Stay alert: Remind students to put away devices, make eye contact with drivers when possible, and use designated crosswalks. Stop, look and listen before crossing the street.
• Drive with care: Drivers should slow down, follow school-zone speed limits, avoid distractions and watch carefully for children near crosswalks, intersections and school entrances.
• Plan for changing conditions: Allow extra time for morning travel, particularly when it is dark or raining. Ensure bicycles have working lights and reflectors.
• Look out for one another: Whether walking, cycling, driving or travelling by bus, we all play a role in keeping our school community safe.

Thank you for helping us reinforce safe habits and ensure our students arrive at school and return home safely each day.

Highlight of the week

As of last week, we have 95% of families on Parent Connect!  This is the platform that is used for parents to update contact information, complete consent forms and access learning updates.  If you need assistance in signing up for Parent Connect, please see Mrs. Denman at the office.

As always, if you have any questions/concerns or an idea you’d like to share, please feel free to reach out to Ms. Gonzalez at hgonzalez@deltaschools.ca

Oct. 12-16, 2026

Oct. 12           Thanksgiving (School is closed)

Oct. 15           Earthquake Drill (BC Great Shakeout)

Oct. 20-26      Scholastic Book Fair

Oct. 23           Professional Development Day (School is closed)

Oct. 26           Photo Re-takes

Oct. 28           PAC Popcorn Treat

Oct. 30           Halloween Parade

These dates, and more, are also available on our school monthly calendar.

Earthquake Drill (Great Shakeout Drill) – Oct 15

On Thursday, October 15, students and staff across the district will practice how to DROP, COVER & HOLD ON during the Great British Columbia ShakeOut Earthquake drill. B.C. is the most seismically active area of Canada, and experiences thousands of minor earthquakes each year. The Great British Columbia ShakeOut is an annual opportunity for individuals, communities, schools, and organizations to practice essential earthquake safety measures.  Beyond the drill, everyone is encouraged to review and update their emergency preparedness plans and supplies.

Emergency Preparedness Fee 

In 2024, the district introduced an annual Emergency Preparedness Fee of $10 per student. This fee covers the maintenance and replenishment of emergency provisions, including food, water, sanitation and first aid items, to help care for students in case of a large-scale incident such as an earthquake.  

Last year’s Emergency Preparedness Fee was used to bolster emergency food and water supplies and enabled us to reach our goal of ensuring that schools across the district now have a three-day supply of both. It also enabled the district to provide sanitation carts containing portable toilets, privacy shelters, garbage and bio-hazard bags, sanitation supplies, and personal protection equipment to all schools. This year’s $10  Emergency Preparedness  Fee will be used to replace water reserves and first aid items that are about to expire, and to purchase additional sanitation supplies. 

Please send $10 by cash or a cheque (made payable to the name of your child’s school) to the school office or pay online through Parent Connect where available as soon as possible. If your family requires financial support in relation to this fee, please contact the school office. Discretion will be maintained. Thank you for your support of this important initiative. 

New Food Bank Program

The Delta school district is moving to a new partnership with the Surrey Food Bank to provide food security supports to North Delta students and families. This replaces the community support previously provided through the North Delta Rotary Club’s Starfish Backpack Program.  Through a coordinated effort, families will be able to pick up food essentials, including perishables, fresh produce and pantry staples, on a bi-weekly basis from one of two Surrey Food Bank depots in North Delta:  

• Northside Community Church, 11300 84 Avenue, Delta. Food can be picked up every other Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Available for all residents of North Delta. 
• Delview Secondary Depot, 9111 116 Street, Delta. Food can be picked up every other Wednesday from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Available starting Wednesday, October 14 for Delta School District families only.   

To access this program and select your pickup location, families who are not currently clients of the foodbank will need to complete a one-time registration by appointment only. Please contact the Surrey Food Bank at 604 581 5443 or email registration@surreyfoodbank.org to schedule your registration appointment. If you are a current foodbank client, simply pick up your hamper at one of the locations and confirm your depot of choice.   

The North Delta Rotary Club Starfish Backpack Program was originally intended to provide easy-to-prepare food and snacks for a child over a weekend. Over time, the program expanded to provide food for entire families. In recent years, it was supported by the district using Feeding Futures funding and required significant time and resources from school staff.  

 As food support options in schools have expanded, and with new community partnerships available to coordinate other efforts in North Delta, we believe the new partnership with the Surrey Food Bank will provide families with access to more food, greater variety, and a more sustainable form of support. 

 The new model also aligns with the goals of Feeding Futures by providing food in ways that reduce stigma. Being able to access food outside of school hours and offsite will assist in reducing the stigma sometimes associated with accessing help.
 

THANK YOU

We would like to express our sincere gratitude to the North Delta Rotary Club and the many volunteers who have supported the Starfish Backpack Program over the years. Their commitment and generosity have helped many students and families in our community. This change does not diminish the value or impact of the Starfish Backpack Program. Rather, it reflects the evolution of available supports and helps ensure food assistance can continue in a sustainable way. 

Gift Cards: As a result of the various channels available for students to access food at school, and the new food partnership with the Surrey Food Bank, gift cards will no longer be available. 

We understand that these changes may affect some families. If you need additional support, please consider the following community resources: 

• Food support outside of school: https://www.delta.ca/media/2303 

• Other community support services: https://deltassist.com/ 

Halloween 

As Halloween approaches, we want to remind our families of the importance of choosing costumes that are fun and respectful. Costumes that use traditional clothing, cultural symbols, or stereotypes can hurt people, even if unintentionally, and show disrespect to members of our community. Choosing costumes that don’t use or make fun of someone else’s culture demonstrates kindness, respect, and care for everyone in our school. This expectation aligns with our code of conduct, and students whose costumes are harmful to others will, at the very least, be asked to change or remove them. We look forward to a creative, fun, and thoughtful Halloween. 

We encourage all students to celebrate Halloween safely with the following hints and tips: 

1. Practice costume safety: Make sure all costumes, wigs and accessories are fire resistant. Make sure the costume is comfortable and doesn’t pose a tripping hazard for your child.  
2. For costumes worn to school:  
   • Please ensure your child’s face is always visible. Masks and any other items that prevent students from being identified will not be permitted at school.
   • Costumes must not include weapons, replica weapons or objects that can be mistaken as such.  
3. If using makeup, choose non-toxic cosmetic products and test on a small area first to see if any irritation occurs. Many kids have sensitive skin.  
4. Give kids a refresher on traffic safety. Tell them to look both ways and only cross when no cars are coming. Cross at marked crosswalks and intersections and never cross between parked cars.  
5. Increase your child’s visibility – bright costumes make it easier for drivers to see children. Use reflective tape or give them flashlights or glow sticks to carry to ensure they are visible to motorists. 
6. Encourage kids to stay together for trick or treating, and have them stick to familiar, well-lit areas. 
7. Reiterate that they should only approach homes with lights on and they should never enter a stranger’s house or accept a ride from someone they don’t know.  
8. Inspect your child’s candy before they indulge and make sure to remove any treats that aren’t age appropriate (e.g., gum or jawbreakers) or that contain food items they are allergic to.  

 For additional helpful hints, please visit: https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/home-safety/halloween-safety.html 

Thank you for talking with your child(ren) and helping to ensure that Halloween is a fun, safe and respectful celebration for our entire community. 

Hellings Fall Market & Family Photo Night

Mark your calendars! The Hellings Fall Market and Family Photo Night are happening on Friday, November 13.

FALL MARKET: Our Fall Market will run from 4:00–7:00 p.m. and feature a wonderful selection of local vendors. Keep an eye on our website and social media pages as we introduce our participating vendors in the coming weeks!

We’ll need volunteers to help make the evening a success! If you can assist with setup, takedown or during the event, please complete the volunteer form available on the PAC website.

Mountain West Studios is excited to be providing family photo sessions as a fundraiser! The sessions will take place on November 13th, 2026, at the Library in the School. This environment allows us to provide quality portrait sessions within a comfortable location. Our goal is to provide portraits that CELEBRATE YOU and your Family.

This is a fundraiser! 100% of the sitting fee goes directly back to the school, and each family will receive a complimentary 8×10 print.

To book your Family portrait sitting, please visit this link:  Hellings Family Sitting

If you have any questions after reviewing our sign-up page, please contact our customer service team.

Upcoming Treat Days

The PAC is still accepting orders for our upcoming Popcorn Day and Krispy Kreme Doughnut Day. Please remember that the deadline to order doughnuts is November 10 NO late doughnut orders can be accepted.

Orders can be placed online through the PAC website.

https://hellings-pac.square.site/

Highlights of the Week

With a full month of school behind us, Term 1 is in full swing! It’s been wonderful to see our school community come to life in so many ways. Extracurricular activities, including volleyball, dance club, weekly DPA sessions, and our new choir program, are getting underway.  Hallways are filling with students’ artwork and projects and students who are new to Hellings are making friends and finding their place in our Wildcat community.

Families, we invite you to ask your child about their favourite moments at school so far! Whether it’s a new friendship, a classroom project, or an exciting club, these conversations are a great way to celebrate the learning and connections happening each day. We look forward to all the wonderful things the rest of the term will bring!

As always, if you have any questions/concerns or an idea you’d like to share, please feel free to reach out to Ms. Gonzalez at hgonzalez@deltaschools.ca

Oct. 5-9, 2026

REMINDERS FOR UPCOMING DATES:

Oct. 7             PAC hot lunch (pizza)

Oct. 8             PAC meeting at 6:00PM in the library

Oct. 12           Thanksgiving (School is closed)

Oct. 15           Earthquake Drill

Oct. 20-26      Scholastic Book Fair

Oct. 23           Professional Development Day (School is closed)

Oct. 26           Photo Re-takes

These dates, and more, are also available on our school monthly calendar.

Tardiness & Absences

School starts at 8:58 AM.  Students should be lining up at their doors by the warning bell that rings at 8:53 AM. As we start the school year, we want to reinforce all of the good habits that help build success at school.  Being present, on time and ready to learn are key elements for learning.  Please work with your child to ensure they arrive at school on time, with time to settle and be ready to start as the school day begins.  Arriving late can cause stress while also disrupting the day for both your child and other students.  Many of you know that one of our key goals at Hellings for the past couple of years has been to improve student attendance and on-time arrival. Please help us achieve that goal.

Being Prepared for the Weather

As you know, we live in a very rainy climate. Rather than avoiding the rain, it is important for us all to be well prepared to be outside in all kinds of weather. It is very important for your child to come to school every day, and also to get outside throughout the day for fresh air and exercise as this helps them to focus better. As long as they stay dry and warm, there is a great deal of fun and learning to be had in all kinds of weather.

To ensure your child is prepared to be outside, either on their way to school or during recess/lunch, it is important for your child to have appropriate clothing such as:

• A rain jacket
• Rubber boots so they can enjoy the puddles
• An umbrella
• A rain hat or coat with a hood
• A change of clothes just in case they get wet (sweatpants, sock, underwear, t-shirt)

Highlights of the Week

Students participating in the district-wide walk for Truth & Reconciliation

The RAKtivists, on behalf of our school, show appreciation for our custodians. Our custodians work hard to keep our school safe and clean. October 2 was Custodian Appreciation day, but we know our community appreciates this important part of our staff every day.

If you have any questions/concerns or an idea you’d like to share, please feel free to reach out to Ms. Gonzalez at hgonzalez@deltaschools.ca

Sept. 28-Oct. 2, 2026

Reminders for this week:

Tuesday, Sept. 29               District-wide Walk for Truth & Reconciliation

Wednesday, Sept. 30          National Day of Truth & Reconciliation (School Closed)

Friday, Oct. 2                      Show your school spirit for Jersey Day

Lunch Lady Program Update

We’ve had a great first week with our new Lunch Lady program. As we continue to iron out a few details and get into a smooth routine, we have one small request for families who place orders: please remember to include your child(ren)’s division number when ordering. Having the division number makes it much quicker and easier for us to get lunches to classrooms.

We also want to remind families that subsidies are available for those who may need support with the cost of school lunches. If your family would like to participate in the subsidy program, please contact the school office for more information.

As Lunch Lady becomes our main hot lunch program, our school-run hot lunch program will gradually be phased out. We appreciate everyone’s patience and flexibility as we make this transition and work toward a consistent, universally accessible lunch program for our Wildcat community.

Thank you for helping us make this new program a success!

Truth & Reconciliation Walk

This Tuesday, September 29, our school will participate in our annual Truth and Reconciliation Walk to commemorate the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.  Students are encouraged to wear an orange shirt.

Our students are learning about why we walk. We walk to remember the indigenous children who were taken from their families and communities and forced to attend Residential Schools. We walk to honour Residential School survivors and remember the children who did not return home.  We also walk to recognize the ongoing impacts of the Residential School system and colonialism on Indigenous Peoples and communities in Canada, and to build awareness, understanding, respect, and a commitment to Truth and Reconciliation.

A reminder to families that all students must have a signed walking field trip consent form in order to participate. Students without a completed consent form will not be able to participate in Tuesday’s walk or future walking field trips until a form has been submitted. Thank you for helping us ensure our students can participate safely and meaningfully in this important learning experience.

We’re Looking for Noon Hour Supervisors!

Do you enjoy working with children and being part of a school community? Hellings is looking for a Noon Hour Supervisor to join us through the end of December, as well as additional people who are interested in being on-call when needed.

We’re looking for someone who is confident working with children, communicates clearly, is able to support our playground expectations and enjoys helping students have a safe, positive and fun lunch break. If you or someone you know may be interested in applying for this role, please contact Ms. Gonzalez at the office for more information.

Sept. 21-25, 2026

Welcome Back, Wildcats!

It has been wonderful to see our students settling into their new classes, getting to know new friends, and learning the routines, opportunities, and adventures that come with a new school year. There is already a great sense of energy and excitement throughout the school!

A big thank you to the 130+ families who joined us for yesterday’s Open House. It was wonderful to have so many of you back in our school community and to see families connecting with staff and one another. A special thank you to our PAC for the complimentary cake and for organizing the concession stand—you helped make the evening extra special!

We’re off to a great start, Wildcats!

As always, if you have any questions/concerns or an idea you’d like to share, please feel free to reach out to Ms. Gonzalez at hgonzalez@deltaschools.ca

School Start-Up Reminders

As we settle into the new school year, here are a few important reminders for families:

Absences & Lateness: Please call or email the school office if your child will be absent or arriving late. This helps us keep our attendance records accurate and, most importantly, ensures we know where our students are each day.

Morning Arrival: The warning bell rings at 8:53 a.m., and students are expected to be in their lineup and ready to learn by 8:58 a.m. Arriving on time helps students begin their day calmly and ensures they don’t miss important morning routines and learning.

ParentConnect Forms: Please log in to ParentConnect and complete all required forms by September 28. Consent forms are required for students to participate in a number of school programs and activities, including the Fruit & Veggie Program and walking field trips.

Keep Contact Information Up to Date: Please check that all phone numbers, email addresses, and emergency contacts on ParentConnect are accurate and current. This is especially important should we need to reach you during the school day.

Online Payments: Payment for student planners, field trips, and school fees can now be made conveniently online.

Thank you for helping us get the school year off to a smooth and safe start.

New Lunch Lady School Meal Program

Beginning Monday, September 21, Hellings is excited to begin a new School Meal Program in partnership with The Lunch Lady. The program is designed to ensure that students have access to a nutritious, balanced meal during the school day, helping them learn, focus, and thrive.

Each meal includes a protein, grain, and fruit or vegetable, following Canada’s Food Guide and B.C. School Food Toolkit guidelines. Families can choose from Regular, Vegetarian, or Halal-friendly meals.

Families can order meals as often as they wish with 2 school days’ notice. The standard meal cost is $5.75, or $6.75 for a larger portion. A Pay-What-You-Can option is also available, with families able to contribute a minimum of $3 per meal.

Financial support is available. Families experiencing financial hardship or food insecurity can access subsidized meals. Fully subsidized accounts are also available confidentially through the school. Please contact Ms. Gonzalez at hgonzalez@deltaschools.ca  if you would like to apply.  All meals are delivered and served in the same way, so students will not know which meals are subsidized.

For ordering and meal information, please visit The Lunch Lady ordering site. Questions about ordering can be directed to Vim at deltalunch@thelunchlady.ca. Questions about the Feeding Futures subsidy can be directed to Kirsten Hermanson at khermanson@deltaschools.ca. 

Please note: Now that the school has food available to students through the school day, some previous supports such as gift cards and the Notary’s Starfish backpack program will no longer be available to families.

We recognize that some families may continue to require additional support.  We encourage families to access the community resources available to them, and we are happy to help connect families with appropriate services including:

• support with food outside of school: https://www.delta.ca/media/2303
• other community support services: https://deltassist.com/

We’re Looking for Noon Hour Supervisors!

Do you enjoy working with children and being part of a school community? Hellings is looking for a Noon Hour Supervisor to join us through the end of December, as well as additional people who are interested in being on-call when needed.

We’re looking for someone who is confident working with children, communicates clearly, is able to support our playground expectations and enjoys helping students have a safe, positive and fun lunch break. If you or someone you know may be interested in applying for this role, please contact Ms. Gonzalez at the office for more information.

A Message from the PAC