Important Dates: 

January 8 – Classes resume  

January 15 – PD Day. No school.  

January 17 – Kindergarten Open House (for students coming into K next year) 

January 18 – Sir John Franklin Open House (for Grade 6 families) 

 

Dear Belfast Families, 

You know what they say: if you can’t beat the chaos of the final week of school before winter break, join it! We certainly joined in the fun chaos of the holidays with our daily caroling to start the day, the Grade 2/3 gingerbread man mystery, and of course, our mischievous bELFast elf. We loved to see the staff and students participate in our Spirit Week: from festive hair, to Anything but a Backpack, to cozy pajamas and ugly sweaters, our school showed so much spirit!  

We encourage all our families to follow our school’s Instagram account (@BelfastSchoolcbe) and visit our school website to see pictures from the week.   

Reminder: Free Eye Exams for Everyone at School 

Our school is very fortunate to have been selected by Nation’s Vision, which will provide a free eye exam during school hours to all students.  Not only does Nation’s Vision screen all of our students, but they help secure eyeglasses to students who need them at significantly reduced rates based on what families can afford.   

The clinic will take place during school hours in February.  Consent forms and additional information will be sent home the first week back to school in the new year. 

Reminder:  Polar Bear Club Beginning  

We are excited to launch our Polar Bear Club at lunch recess.  What is Polar Bear Club?  The CBE has a policy that students do not go outside if the temperature is –20 or colder (with windchill).  Polar Bear Club is meant for students who are interested in going outside on days between –20 to –30 with windchill.  To participate in Polar Bear Club, students must have proper winter clothing and have parent permission.  Students will stay outside for part or all of the lunch recess, depending on weather. If you need another copy of the permission form, please contact your child’s teacher.  

As always, please do not hesitate to reach out if you have anything you would like to share.   

On behalf of the staff at Belfast, I wish you all a wonderful winter break, filled with family, friends, and laughter. We look forward to seeing you all on January 8!  

Meagan Lundgren 

Principal 

Belfast School