June 20, 2025
Wrapping Up a Wonderful School Year!
How interesting, busy, and fun these past few weeks have been—and there’s still more to come as we wrap up this amazing school year!
Slip and Slide Day – Monday, June 24
Don’t forget to pack extra clothes for your child — it's going to be a splash of fun!
Year-End Assembly – Wednesday, June 25 at 9:00 a.m.
Families are warmly invited to join us for our final assembly of the year. We’ll celebrate the highlights of the school year and present certificates to our Grade 6 students as they prepare for their next chapter.
Important Dates to Remember:
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Wednesday, June 25 – Last full day of school
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Thursday, June 26 – Official last day of the school year
⏰ Early dismissal at 9:49 a.m.
When We Say Busy... Here's Just a Glimpse of What’s Been Happening!
It’s been an exciting few weeks filled with energy, creativity, and community spirit. Take a look at just some of the highlights:
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Pickleball Week – Thanks to our amazing PAC, students had a full week of pickleball instruction during their PE classes! You might hear from your child that it’s their new favorite sport — they had an absolute blast! Thank you again, PAC!
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Volunteer Tea – A small but heartfelt way to show our appreciation for everyone who volunteered this year. We couldn’t have done all that we did without your time and support. Thank you!
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Dance Party – Because… who doesn’t love a dance party? It was all about fun, music, and movement!
🌸 A Heartfelt Thank You to PAC! 🌸
On June 16, our amazing PAC treated Brackendale teachers and staff to a delicious lunch from Saha Eatery as a thoughtful gesture of appreciation. It was a truly special way to come together and feel recognized for the time, care, and dedication we bring to our students every day.
We also had the honour of celebrating two incredible educators — Ms. Stroh and Ms. Fairbairn — as they begin their well-deserved retirements. Thank you, PAC, for organizing such a meaningful moment
💛 To our PAC and families — your kindness, generosity, and ongoing support mean so much. Thank you for making us feel so appreciated!
Retirement Announcement
After decades of heartfelt service, we celebrate the incredible careers of Mrs. Melanie Stroh and Mrs. Bonnie Fairbairn as they begin their well-earned retirements. Both have been pillars of our school community—supporting, inspiring, and caring for generations of students, families, and colleagues.
Their impact is immeasurable, and their presence will be deeply missed. We invite our parent community to join us in thanking and congratulating Mrs. Fairbairn and Mrs. Stroh for their years of dedication and the joy they’ve brought to our school.
May their next chapters be filled with happiness, adventure, and well-deserved relaxation—they will be warmly remembered by all.
Exciting News at BRE!
BRE now has two Gaga Ball pits on campus! A huge thank you to Mrs. Manke for bringing this awesome project to life. We’re also incredibly grateful for the support from PAC and the LNG Grant that made it all possible.
A special shout-out to the students who helped along the way—this was truly a team effort. Let the games begin!
A huge thank you to Service Master Sea to Sky for helping make Sports Day extra special once again! For the second year in a row, they brought hot dogs for everyone, adding fun (and flavor) to the day. We truly appreciate your generosity and community spirit!
Breakfast Club
Through the support of the Feeding Futures program (supported by the Ministry of Education and Childcare) we are now running a pilot breakfast program that runs from 8:15 – 8:35am. The goal of this program is to ensure that every student gets the nourishment they need to focus during class, while also strengthening the school community in the process! Students will be able to have a nutritious breakfast before class. We will adapt the program as needed based on feedback and the number of students that attend!
Where: In the collab space
When: Opens at 8:15 am and closes at 8:35 am
What: Options will include cereal, yogurt, fresh fruit and more with options for dietary restrictions (gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free) as well.
Breakfast Club Expected Behaviour
- If students are inside the school for breakfast club, they are at breakfast club, not other places in the school.
- Students help clean up as much as they can before heading outside to line up for class.
- Breakfast club is from 8:15-8:35 am. If a student arrives later and wants some breakfast food, they can ask their teacher to be excused to get something from the breakfast cart that will be left out until 9:45 or the Fridge.
- We eat breakfast and then head outside.
Parent & Guardian Event Calendar – Parents & Guardians – Sea to Sky School District (No. 48)
Introducing the Parent & Guardian Events Calendar – your go-to resource for staying connected with what's happening across the district. This calendar highlights upcoming events that parents and guardians are welcome to attend, including workshops, information nights, and special school events.
Check out the BRE Online Store! 🛍️🎉
Shop now and support our school! The BRE Online Store is your one-stop shop for fun and practical items, featuring everything from local designs to power bars and self-care essentials. Scan the QR code to browse the categories, and if you’re shopping online anyway, this is an easy way to give back—20% of every purchase supports the school!
