The Hampton Park Elementary School PAC is dedicated to supporting our school community by organizing events, fundraising, and advocating for students' best interests. We encourage all parents and guardians to get involved, attend our monthly meetings, and stay connected with us.
Want to join or vβolunteer? Weβd love to hear from you!β
PAC e-mail : hamptonparkpac@gmail.com
🗓οΈ PAC Meetings
Our PAC meetings occur every 3rd Thursday of the month (subject to change with notice) and alternate between in-person and virtual meetings to accommodate all parents.
- In-Person Meetings: Held in the school library
- Online Meetings: Hosted on Microsoft Teams (link is provided before each meeting)
Meeting Schedule:
- September 12, 2024 In-Person
- October 24, 2024 Online
- November 21, 2024 In-Person
- December 12, 2024 Online
- January 16, 2025 In-Person
- February 20, 2025 Online
- March 13, 2025 In-Person
- April 17, 2025 Online
- May 22, 2025 In-Person
- June 19, 2025 In-Person (Annual General Meeting)
📌 Stay Informed with PAC Meeting Records
We believe in transparency and keeping parents engaged. Below, you will find links to our meeting documents.
- 📄 Meeting Agendas Archive
- 📄 Meeting Minutes Archive
These documents outline discussions, decisions, and action items from each meeting. If you missed a meeting, you could always catch up here!
🍽οΈ Hot Lunch Program
Our PAC organizes a Hot Lunch Program to provide students with delicious and nutritious meals while supporting school initiatives.
ββ📋 Hot Lunch Schedule
How to Order:
- Visit https://munchalunch.com/login
- Select your child's meals for the upcoming weeks
- Submit your order and payment by the deadline
📅 Order Deadlines: Orders must be placed 8 days in advance by 11:59pm.
💳 Payment Options: We accept online card payment via Munchalunch, cash, cheque, or E-Transfer.
🧑🏼β🍳 Volunteer with Us!: We always welcome parent volunteers to help distribute lunches. Register via Munchalunch if you're interested!
📧 Hot Lunch Inquiries: hotlunchhamptonpark@gmail.com
🎉 Fundraising
Fundraising plays a vital role in enriching the school experience and ensuring students have access to additional resources and opportunities. Money raised by the PAC directly supports:
- Field trips & experiential learning β Helping reduce costs for families so all students can participate in educational experiences.
- Classroom resources & technology β Providing updated learning materials, books, and digital tools.
- Cultural & special events β Supporting school-wide celebrations, guest speakers, and performances.
- Student & teacher appreciation β Funding initiatives to recognize and support both students and staff.
How You Can Help:
💡 Share New Ideas: Have a creative fundraising idea? We'd love to hear it!
🤝 Volunteer: Whether it's helping organize an event or distributing orders, every bit of help makes a difference.
🎟οΈ Participate: Support fundraisers by purchasing items, donating, or spreading the word.
Your involvement directly impacts the opportunities available for our students. Thank you for your support!
📧 Fundraising Inquiries: fundraisinghamptonpark@gmail.com
Upcoming Events
📆 Stay Informed & Get Involved!
Join us for upcoming PAC events designed to bring our school community together, support our students, and have fun!
🔗 More Details
Volunteers are always needed to help make these events a success. If you're interested in lending a hand, please reach out!
📧 Event Inquiries & Volunteering: fundraisinghamptonpark@gmail.com β
💰 Finances & Treasurer
The PAC is committed to financial transparency and ensuring that all funds raised are used to support students and enhance their learning environment.
What Does the PAC Treasurer(s) Do?
βοΈ The treasurer manages the PAC's finances, including:
βοΈ Budget planning and financial reporting
βοΈ Tracking all income and expenses from fundraising and school programs
βοΈ Ensuring financial accountability and compliance with PAC Bylaws
βοΈ Coordinating reimbursements and payments
📑 Annual Budget Overview & Reports
📧 Treasurer Inquiries: treasurerhamptonpark@gmail.com
📖 Additional Resources
For more information on parent involvement at the district and provincial level, check out these helpful resources:
- 🌐 District Parent Advisory Council (DPAC43) | The DPAC represents all PACs in School District 43 (SD43) and provides support, advocacy, and resources for parents.
- 🌐 BC Confederation of Parent Advisory Councils (BCCPAC) | BCCPAC is the provincial voice for parents in the education system, offering guidance and advocacy for PAC's across British Columbia.
These organizations provide valuable insights into parental engagement, education policies, and advocacy efforts at the district and provincial levels.
📇 Contact Us
Have questions or suggestions? Reach out to us via email:
📧 General Inquiries: hamptonparkpac@gmail.com
📧 Hot Lunch Program: hotlunchhamptonpark@gmail.com
📧 Fundraising Inquiries: fundraisinghamptonpark@gmail.com
📧 Treasurer/Financial Questions: treasurerhamptonpark@gmail.com
We appreciate your support in making Hampton Park Elementary School a wonderful place for our children!
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