What's Up at Myrtle Philip? September 28th - October 2nd / 2026
Brianne Aldcroft
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New Stuff
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Orange Shirt Day--September 29
MPE will recognize Orange Shirt Day on September 29th. Ms Oakey's grade 5 class is doing an assembly for us between recesses.
The actual statutory day of recognition is Wednesday, September 30. There is no school that day.
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Cross Country run club - Tuesdays
XC Running has started for students grade 4-7 at MP. Practices will be at noon on Tuesdays. The coaches this year are Shelley DesBrisay and Livia Wells. There will be 4 after school Meets in October, 2 in Squamish, 1 in Pemberton and 1 at Spring Creek in Whistler. Stand by for permission forms and more details.
We had over 50 enthusiastic students show up to practice this week!
This will be a great season for MP!
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Breakfast Club Begins Next Week
Our Breakfast Club begins next Tuesday. Breakfast club will run in classroom #34 and students will be expected to line up outside that classroom door for entry. Breakfast club runs 8:05am-8:20am everyday / 5 days a week.
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Bake Sale for Joseph and Twitti School
Every year we run a bake sale to raise money for Jospeh's tuition at the Twitti School. This year we are trying to raise enough to pay two student's tuition! Our bake sale has been set for October 27th. Stay tuned for more information.
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The Kind Mind Community - Kelty Foundation
The Kind Mind Community has some workshops coming up this October. Please check out the link to find information on these workshops.
Supporting the future of mental health in children and youth.
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The Art Card Project is back!
Orders open Friday, October 9th

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Annual Picture Day at Myrtle Philip is here.
Thursday, October 8th / 2026

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A friendly reminder we have a candy collection box in the office for donations for Tapley's Halloween.

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Upcoming Dates
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Tuesday, September 29
Orange Shirt Day in recognition of Truth & Reconciliation
Assembly time TBD
Wednesday, September 30
Truth & Reconciliation, Day of Recognition
No School
Tuesday, October 6th
Parent Teacher Conferences
Early Dismissal 12:00pm
Wednesday, October 7th
Parent Teacher Conferences
Early Dismissal 12:00pm
Thursday, October 8th
Fire Drill
11:55am
Thursday, October 8th
Fall PHOTO DAY
Friday, October 9th
Card Project Orders Open
Monday, October 12th
Thanksgiving Monday
School Closed
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School Supplies
Teachers have pre-purchased supplies for students. The cost is $50. If you need some financial assistance with this, please reach out to Courtney Brown or Brianne Aldcroft. Link for payment for student supplies: https://sd48seatosky.schoolcashonline.com/Fee/Details/14700/211/False/True
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Personal Technology
Personal technology can interrupt learning because notifications, messages, and games pull attention away from class. Keeping devices put away helps everyone stay focused, protects people’s privacy, and makes sure learning isn’t disrupted.
Students may not use personal electronic devices including cell phones, smart watches, e-readers, and wireless earbuds during the school day unless a teacher gives clear permission for learning.
Devices, including watches, must stay turned off and kept in backpacks. If a device is used without permission, it will be taken to the office. After the first offence, the student can pick it up at the office. After the second, a parent or guardian must pick it up.
--> Teachers may not be able to tell the difference between a normal watch and a smart watch. They may ask that all watches be kept in backpacks. Admin supports this. Teachers don't have time to check every watch and what it can and can't do.
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Attendance
Regular attendance and being on time are really important for kids' learning and development. When kids are in class consistently, they build routines, stay connected to peers and teachers, and engage in daily learning that helps them grow academically and socially.
If your child will be away, please use the [email protected] address to let us know. Don't use Courtney's work address as if she is away, we will not see the email.
Please let the office know as soon as possible if your child will be away during the first week of school. Email [email protected] with your child’s first and last name, the reason for their absence, and their start date. This is critical for our reporting to the district and Ministry.
We ask that both new and returning families take a moment to familiarize themselves with our Attendance Procedures and expectations.
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Bussing
Information about registering for busing and route information can be found here.
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Volunteers
Criminal Records Checks - If you wish to volunteer at Myrtle Philip Community School or partake in any class field trips in the upcoming school years, we require that a Criminal Record Check (CRC) be on file here at the office. Click here for more info.
Volunteer Driver Application – This must be completed annually in addition to the CRC if you plan to volunteer as a driver this year: Volunteers – Families – Myrtle Philip Community School (sd48myrtlephilip.org)
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SchoolCash Online
School District 48 uses SchoolCash Online for both forms and online payments.
Please register your child if you have not already done so: Online School Payments – Parents – Sea to Sky School District (No. 48) (sd48seatosky.org)
Forms – mandatory district forms are available now to sign on cash online. Forms included: Student Personal Info, Tech & Media Consent and Off-Site Activity Consent.
Kukwstum̓ckacw, merci, and thank you,
Brianne Aldcroft (she/her)
Principal | Myrtle Philip Community School
6195 Lorimer Road | Whistler, BC, V8E 0C5
W 604-932-5321 | C 604-932-1680
Contact Info for the School Bus
Pemberton Bus Garage from 8:30-4:00 at 604-894-6434.
Squamish Bus Garage from 7:30 to 8:30 at 604-892-3421.
Emergency: call the principal Brianne Aldcroft at 604-932-1680.

- cell phones
- e-readers
- tablets
- ear buds
- smart watches (unless medically required)