Collective Responsibility

<p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We are so lucky here at Marie Sharpe! Staff Sergeant Brad McKinnon (who also happens to be one of our local celebrities from Literacy Week and the husband of our Principal, Mrs. McKinnon) organized a whole event in Boitanio Park for students from all over the district to meet Police Officers, Fire Fighters, and Paramedics! Students got to go inside a police car and a fire truck, and they got to push the Police sirens and Fire horn buttons too! He even made it possible for the helicopter to fly over Boitanio Park for everyone to see!! How exciting!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you so so much to Staff Sergeant McKinnon for organizing this fantastic opportunity for us! Thank you to all of the First Responders who came and took time out of your day to meet our students and make their days!</span></p><table class="editor-table" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 50%;"><col style="width: 50%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245);"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/bf22be63-d7e8-4107-aab4-c9dfcb3471eb?fingerprint=ppb20260611160245" alt="First Responders Meet &amp; Greet! 1 marina campsall" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245);"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/0c8da931-ef01-4423-94ed-1b6b5568d3f1?fingerprint=ppb20260611160243" alt="First Responders Meet &amp; Greet! 2 marina campsall" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></th></tr></tbody></table><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>

<p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">What an incredible evening at Marie Sharpe Elementary’s Spring Into Fun Night!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A HUGE thank you to our amazing Marie Sharpe PAC for the unbelievable amount of work that went into organizing this event. From the incredible decorations, to preparing food, organizing prizes, setting up activities, and creating such a fun and welcoming atmosphere, your hard work made the night so special for our students and families. The volunteer hours and dedication absolutely do not go unnoticed, and we appreciate you so much.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The dunk tank was definitely one of the highlights of the night! Ms. Craig, Mr. Parkin, Ms. Campsall, and Mrs. McKinnon all took their turn getting dunked, and students LOVED every second of it! Make sure you peep Mrs. McKinnon's World Champion Syncro moves on the dunk tank!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Another huge thank you goes out to the Marie Sharpe community who came out in droves to participate, support, laugh, connect, and donate to this PAC fundraiser. Nights like this are such a wonderful reminder of what Collective Responsibility looks like in action, a school community coming together to support students and create joyful experiences for kids.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you, thank you again to everyone who helped make this night such a success!</span></p><table class="editor-table" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 50%;"><col style="width: 50%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245);"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/7d260720-45d3-47f6-8312-1a135703e317?fingerprint=ppb20260525162803" alt="When a Community Comes Together 1 marina campsall" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245);"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/03962a71-7eda-46f3-9eab-bd85df7cd0e1?fingerprint=ppb20260525162802" alt="When a Community Comes Together 2 marina campsall" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></th></tr></tbody></table><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>

<p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Here is CCSD27, we are incredibly grateful for community partners like Scout Island Nature Centre and Gavin Lake Forest Education Centre, who help bring learning to life for our students in meaningful and unforgettable ways.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Whether our students are exploring wetlands and wildlife at Scout Island, or participating in immersive outdoor education experiences at Gavin Lake, these opportunities help students connect learning to the world around them. They encourage curiosity, teamwork, environmental stewardship, resilience, and a deeper appreciation for the land we live on.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">These experiences are a wonderful example of Collective Responsibility in action. Student success is strengthened when schools, families, and community organizations work together to create engaging and authentic learning opportunities. Both Scout Island and Gavin Lake provide spaces where students can build confidence, strengthen relationships, and learn beyond the walls of a classroom.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We are so thankful for the staff, volunteers, and educators who make these experiences possible for students across SD27. Your passion and dedication help create learning that students remember for years to come.</span></p><table class="editor-table" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 50%;"><col style="width: 50%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245);"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/53a7cd90-3de9-4237-9207-7666f1b04669?fingerprint=ppb20260525161021" alt="Community Partnerships That Make a Difference marina campsall" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245);"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/f969e8d4-4414-4b37-b590-ba84bd6ecb6f?fingerprint=ppb20260525161020" alt="Community Partnerships That Make a Difference 2 marina campsall" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></th></tr></tbody></table><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>

<p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We are incredibly lucky to have a Grounds Department that goes above and beyond for our students and staff. Their work is a wonderful example of what Collective Responsibility looks like in CCSD27.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">From painting new four square games in our courtyard, to refreshing our concrete walls, delivering sand for our sandboxes and sand pits, building and providing outdoor learning opportunities like oral storytelling around a fire pit, and all the other big and small things they do to keep our building running and safe, their work helps turn our school into a place where students can learn, play, connect, and belong.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">What makes their impact so special is that their work is about so much more than maintenance. Every project they take on helps create spaces where students feel excited to be, where creativity and imagination can grow, and where learning can happen both inside and outside the classroom.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Grounds Department quietly supports schools in countless ways that often go unseen, and our school community benefits from their hard work every single day. Their care, pride, and willingness to help are a reminder that student success is built through Collective Responsibility, with everyone working together to create the best possible environment for kids.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you to the SD27 Grounds Department for all that you do for Marie Sharpe Elementary and schools across the district. We appreciate you so much!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/28db7e1a-854d-4367-b3f3-803ce560e0b9?fingerprint=ppb20260519175930" alt="More Than a Grounds Crew Building Spaces fo marina campsall" width="717" height="538" style="width:717px;height:538px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>

<p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">At Marie Sharpe Elementary, we are incredibly fortunate to work alongside Indigenous Support Workers (ISWs) who play such an important role in supporting students, families, and staff every single day. Their work goes far beyond support, they help create connection, belonging, understanding, and a stronger sense of community within our school.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Through relationship building, cultural learning opportunities, student advocacy, and collaboration with staff and families, our Indigenous Support Workers help ensure that students feel seen, valued, and supported. Their presence strengthens the student, teacher, caregiver connection that sits at the centre of SD27’s Collective Responsibility Framework.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Whether they are supporting students one-on-one, helping classes engage in meaningful cultural learning, connecting with families, working alongside staff to remove barriers for learners, or making bannock for the whole school to enjoy, they remind us that student success is never the work of one person alone. It takes all of us walking together, learning together, and supporting one another.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We are grateful for the knowledge, care, and guidance our Indigenous Support Workers bring to Marie Sharpe Elementary each day. They make our school a better place for everyone.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/0bced808-45c5-4583-8c15-f780488c9128?fingerprint=ppb20260519175317" alt="Indigenous Support Workers in Action at MSE! marina campsall" width="518" height="691" style="width:518px;height:691px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>

<p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Our whole school went and picked garbage up on our site and around our community today! We also discussed why we celebrate Earth Day and how it is all of our responsibilities to look after our Earth. Throughout the day, some K/1 students did some chalk art with their big buddies from LCSS! What a fantastic Earth Day here at Marie Sharpe!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/34abf0ca-d9b2-40e6-92be-ed105686d582?fingerprint=ppb20260428052535" alt="Earth Day at MSE marina campsall" width="575" height="431" style="width:575px;height:431px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>

<p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">When we found out about Bus Driver Appreciation Day, Mrs. McKinnon jumped into action! She thought, “What better way to say thank you than a giant yellow ‘Thank You’ bus that our students have signed for all of our bus drivers to see as they drive up today!”</span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This is such a great example of Collective Responsibility in action, everyone coming together to recognize the important role our bus drivers play in supporting our students each and every day.</span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you, Mrs. McKinnon, for setting this up.</span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">THANK YOU to our bus drivers! Our school and district simply could not function the way it does without your dedication to the safety and care of our students. You are an essential part of our team, and we appreciate you so, so much.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/8253de86-cc65-4a67-8291-3be7cdd76f28?fingerprint=ppb20260422042603" alt="Bus Driver Appreciation Day marina campsall" width="445" height="334" style="width:445px;height:334px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>

<p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">At Marie Sharpe Elementary, we’ve been doing a lot of great work as a team, and it really comes down to how we live out Collective Responsibility every day.</span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We keep coming back to one simple idea, the student, teacher, and caregiver are at the centre of everything we do. When that connection is strong, it makes such a difference. It helps us understand our students better, communicate more clearly, and work together in a way that truly supports each child.</span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Our School-Based Team meets regularly to talk about students, look at data, and figure out what supports will make the biggest difference. These conversations are thoughtful, honest, and always focused on what each student needs to be successful.</span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">What makes this work so well is the collaboration. Teachers, support staff, and admin all come together to share ideas and problem-solve. We also lean on district staff and community supports when needed, knowing that we are all working toward the same goal.</span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We’re also really lucky to have Mrs. Reedman and Ms. Katsura leading this work. They keep us organized, focused, and always centered on what is best for kids.</span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">At the end of the day, Collective Responsibility is about relationships. When students, teachers, and caregivers are working together, we see better outcomes, stronger connections, and a school where everyone feels supported.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/4f90ca49-e9d3-4994-884a-d8aaa7238124?fingerprint=ppb20260416054612" alt="Living Collective Responsibility marina campsall" width="518" height="191" style="width:518px;height:191px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We had our Cariboo Chilcotin School District Superintendent Cheryl Lenardon in as the final Local Celebrity of Literacy Week 2026! She read to Mrs. Fichtner's class today! She selected "The Most Beautiful Winter" by Cristina Sitja Rubio, a story about animals in the winter time. She picked it because she enjoys watching the students playing through her office window at the board office. She went out and made a special book purchase, had a hard time choosing the perfect book, and left the book for the class to enjoy! Thank you so much for your time and kindness today Superintendent Lenardon!</span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Mr. Parkin's class spent the day at Scout Island today learning about "Cold Stress!" Marcus gifted Mrs. McKinnon an pinecone from the sky, and Keelan and Sivkan read today's books for the Book Battle! Such a fun day!</span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Book Battle!!!.......aaaaaaand the Winner is......</span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Pancakes for Breakfast!</span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This little book with only pictures and no words made it all the way to the top spot in the Book Battle Bracket this week. Thank you so much to Mrs. Fichtner for organizing this whole battle and making sure everyone got the books when they needed to! What a fun activity for Literacy Week!!!!</span></p><table class="editor-table"><colgroup><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/2c444869-d25b-4e8c-8c66-df31325d62fc?fingerprint=ppb20260204063408" alt="Literacy Week Day 4a marina campsall" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/1c5318e9-ce8c-4f7e-afb0-f1a5971d9c0b?fingerprint=ppb20260204063408" alt="Literacy Week Day 4b marina campsall" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p></th></tr></tbody></table><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p>

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">It was an exciting week for Ms. Clarke's Grade 3/4 Class and Ms. Mason's Grade 10 Art Class!!</span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Ms. Clarke and Ms. Mason began this collaboration earlier this year. Ms. Clarke's class used what they learned in Descriptive Writing to describe a "creation" of their choice. They also drew a picture guide. The Grade 10s then received the descriptions and photos, and used their clay handbuilding skills to create each student's "creation"! Here are the FANTASTIC results!</span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">What a fantastic collaboration. We are so excited that Ms. Mason's class spent some time with us at Marie Sharpe this week. We LOVE having FANTASTIC teachers working together in our community! Thanks everyone!</span></p><table class="editor-table"><colgroup><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/8e552eed-e7cd-4aa9-ae60-eea7da0ad566?fingerprint=ppb20260204054234" alt="Grade 3 4 and Grade 10 Collaboration marina campsall" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/6a767f11-baa5-4a96-bffc-8907c80eb837?fingerprint=ppb20260204054234" alt="Grade 3 4 and Grade 10 Collaboration 2 marina campsall" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></th></tr></tbody></table><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Mr. Parkin's class has been making many different meals so far this year!</span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Last week, they practiced their cutting techniques while making fruit platters for classes throughout the school! What a lucky day for all! AND look at how beautiful the platters were!</span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Great job Mr. Parkin and Grade 6s!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/1c223546-75fd-4992-af1d-4cfa3829391c?fingerprint=ppb20251217033752" alt="Food Program marina campsall" width="527" height="351" style="width:527px;height:351px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p>

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Marie Sharpe honoured Indigenous Veterans Day and Remembrance Day on November 10 this year. We held our assembly in the afternoon, and welcomed many students' family members as well.</span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Mrs. Campbell's class performed a rendition of "In Flanders Fields," we learned about the origin of the Poppy, and we talked about honouring the sacrifice of those who fought for our country. We went back to our classrooms we carried the spirit of remembrance with us, by working to show kindness, helping others, and standing up for what is right.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/a8ce90ca-794b-43ea-9300-91ed07afde4c?fingerprint=ppb20251217035244" alt="thumbnail IMG 7335 marina campsall" width="458" height="572" style="width:458px;height:572px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">One of our dedicated Educational Assistants, Ms. Schiemann, has been sharing her talents with a small group of students during lunch break on Tuesdays in our new Crochet Club. While one of the participants waited to be picked up for an appointment, our secretary, Ms. Ostrom, lent her expertise to the crochet project. With the support and guidance of these 2 staff members, he is developing mastery of this new skill!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/ce47460c-9f6b-4bc3-bf5c-607d03e33b4f?fingerprint=ppb20260128043525" alt="Learning to Crochet heather mckinnon" width="417" height="556" style="width:417px;height:556px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Skyline school and the CCSD Board Office staff, decorated their buildings, dressed up in costume and handed out treats to Marie Sharpe students and staff on Halloween morning. Excitement was in the air as the entire elementary school walked through the halls, taking in all of the spooky and awesome decor that was created. The collective efforts raised spirits and created lasting memories for these students. Marie Sharpe School is feeling very grateful!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/08c9d41e-ea3c-4924-8dc6-92c601734ed1?fingerprint=ppb20251217033645" alt="Halloween Fun at Skyline and Board Office heather mckinnon" width="500" height="500" style="width:500px;height:500px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Skyline Alternate, Storefront, Community Youth Connection, and Marie Sharpe staff gathered together with intent to hear stories, sing songs, and learn from our cultural leader Bill Mansell. A great partnership between schools and community.</span></p><table class="editor-table" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 50%;"><col style="width: 50%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245);"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/f0fb4c6b-8fa5-47c9-b513-b6905c016102?fingerprint=ppb20260127230511" alt="Gathering w Intent1 heather auger" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245);"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/1e5e47c8-3545-4b08-9482-44bbfb2a3fef?fingerprint=ppb20260127230512" alt="Gathering w Intent2 heather auger" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></th></tr></tbody></table><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The PAC of Marie Sharpe Elementary was well-supported by school staff to host their springtime Family Fun Night last week. Many families came out to this well-attended event to enjoy hot dogs, face-painting, mini golf, and board games. Thank you PAC!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><br></p><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/b23001f1-64a4-4b36-acde-b12d181b83cd?fingerprint=ppb20251217035607" alt="PAC Family Fun Night" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/ae2e1260-d0d2-486e-bcf3-40093775baee?fingerprint=ppb20251217035552" alt="PAC Family Fun Night" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></div></div><p class="editor-paragraph"><br><br><br></p>

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We are so thankful for the partnership we have with The Potato House who not only teach us valuable lessons, but also keep our bellies full.</span></p><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/7b01f8f0-e456-56f6-940e-bd3937c2b908?fingerprint=ppb20251217034541" alt="5oevxsb8-1.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p></div></div><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p>

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We are fortunate to once again be partnering with the Williams Lake Rotary Club who provide our school with Starfish Backpacks. These backpacks provide valuable nutrition to families for the weekends.</span></p><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/cb7b1b08-be4b-56d2-b282-363433027b53?fingerprint=ppb20251217040230" alt="6k8kp1in.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p></div></div><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p>

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We are so fortunate to have dedicated maintenance staff who are committed to supporting our students through rough moments. &nbsp;Here, you can see how our painter, Tana, took her own break time to get a student's bike tire repaired at a our local bike shop (Red Shreds - who offered a free service), then worked with the student to put it back on.</span></p><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/c8678c5c-7a2a-5204-b425-b0fbd57d82f1?fingerprint=ppb20251217040230" alt="uc0qgcum.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p></div></div><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p>