Collective Responsibility

<p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A huge thank you to our Cataline PAC and the Cariboo-Chilcotin School District Grounds Department for helping bring our new disc golf course to life just in time for the end of the school year!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thanks to a generous donation from the Cataline PAC, Cataline Elementary was able to purchase four disc golf baskets, which were permanently installed by our Cariboo-Chilcotin School District Grounds Department. Over the past month, students and community members have enthusiastically embraced this exciting new activity. Whether during PHE classes, recess, or after school, students have been learning the fundamentals of disc golf, creating their own courses, and staying active while having fun. &nbsp;Even the local Disc Golf community is supporting our new playground equipment, donating discs and creating an on-line map/course for everyone to use.</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/5ce8967e-8ec2-4d8d-a5a1-27a8f9b4f516?fingerprint=ppb20260706181146" alt="Cataline Disc Golf 1" 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/55c19145-d960-474a-9427-1083793d23fa?fingerprint=ppb20260706181134" alt="Cataline Disc Golf 2" 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;">A special thank you goes out to the Gavin Lake Forest Education Society and School District 27 for their partnership, providing outdoor educational opportunities for our Cataline Elementary students.</span><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you from Mrs. Enns’ Kindergarten class! Once again, Mrs. Enns was able to take her kindergarten class out for a day of exploring, learning, and overnight fun. It is an experience the students never forget. Thank you, Gavin Lake Forest Education Society, for your ongoing sponsorship of this amazing outdoor learning experience!</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/8c98b563-1738-4d01-b267-6323f5df4c34?fingerprint=ppb20260706175158" alt="Kindergartens Over Night at Gavin Lake 2" 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/fcf4dfdc-07d9-4e06-9cb5-1605464c5ea3?fingerprint=ppb20260706175158" alt="Kindergartens Over Night at Gavin Lake 1" 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;">In partnership with Big Brothers and Big Sisters, Mrs. Sukaroff’s grade 3 and 4 students participated in an ongoing weekly STEM program, where students did exciting and engaging hands-on science. Led by BBBS coordinator, Tasha Reynolds, and in-school student mentors from Columneetza Junior Secondary, Mrs. Sukaroff’s students learned about forces, but more importantly, learned and reflected upon cooperation, teamwork, and respect for one another.</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/76de82e0-e0a9-4101-aa0e-42f02977b267?fingerprint=ppb20260706174713" alt="BBBS STEM Program 2" 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/e6c5f6f5-b62d-4d85-897d-11dd7183cebd?fingerprint=ppb20260706174738" alt="BBBS STEM Program 1" 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" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">To support student transitions, Cataline Elementary Grade 6 students visited Columneetza to tour the school and meet some of the key staff who will support them next year. This event, along with the Columneetza welcome BBQ, helps ensure students begin the year feeling connected and comfortable.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/1ef9a978-ef20-45f2-9cfb-de3536c7dc8a?fingerprint=ppb20260623184547" alt="Grade 6 Tours at Columneetza" width="566" height="871" style="width:566px;height:871px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>

<p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">BGC made a pit stop at Cataline in June to share about their summer programming for students, as well as their ongoing NOOPA program. Students in grades 4 to 6 previewed the calendar of events and were given resources to sign up.</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/4bc740b8-f494-425b-b8d3-b1b823d018b3?fingerprint=ppb20260623184310" alt="BGC Visits Intermediate Students 1" 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/e50f3469-1a59-41b4-a536-44144ac248d1?fingerprint=ppb20260623184331" alt="BGC Visits Intermediate Students 2" 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;">Over 40 Cataline students participated in this year's District Mud Run at Mountview Elementary School; a fun inter-school event where everyone comes together to enjoy some physical activity and have fun. Although this year was more indicative to a District 'Dust' Run due to the recent dry conditions, some students still found a way to keep the muddy tradition alive! Students had a blast running the 4km trails with their friends and families. Thank you to Martin Kruus for setting up the route, as well as Mr. McKlennan and the Mountview PAC for hosting the event. Thank you for keeping this annual tradition going!</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/34570cd4-713e-4a00-9384-f1e74d6ff5cb?fingerprint=ppb20260519210923" alt="Annual Mud Run" 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/3222aa7a-ebb6-4566-89e3-fba161a0e87f?fingerprint=ppb20260519210918" alt="Annual Mud Run 2" 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;">It starts with a team and ends with students cheering on a peer who rode a bike for the very first time. That was the case when Ms. Bonnell signed up her class for the HUB Everyone Rides Program. With the help of the District Transportation team dropping of a trailer of bikes, and parent volunteers supporting our young riders, Ms. Bonnell’s students were very lucky to have participated in the Everyone Rides bike program. Students spent 5 lessons learning about bike maintenance, road safety, and how to ride a bike with confidence. This accessible bike program would not have been possible without the support of many, as well as the sponsorship of the HUB Cycle Foundation who generously donated the bikes, equipment and learning resources. Cataline was truly honoured to be part of this wonderful grade 4/5 program.</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/9aee6d52-4839-49d2-bab8-af1182ff490b?fingerprint=ppb20260519203647" alt="HUB Cycle Everyone Rides Week" 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/da418793-2532-4186-899c-de3f60f26696?fingerprint=ppb20260519203643" alt="HUB Cycle Everyone Rides Week 2" 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;">With the support and guidance of district helping teacher, Marianne Okrainetz, Cataline teachers and students are leading the way with early literacy instruction and assessment. Throughout the 2025-2026 school year, Ms. Okrainetz has been working along Cataline teachers, supporting their class literacy instruction, focusing on foundational skills (e.g. phonemic awareness) and structured reading groups. Ms. Okrainetz’s experience, mentorship, and leadership has made her a valuable asset for our entire school 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/17f62aca-02e8-47be-b0e4-43aea9a2fe7c?fingerprint=ppb20260519203351" alt="Helping Teacher 2" 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/22200aaa-8baa-4058-af51-7d907b931bbd?fingerprint=ppb20260519203355" alt="Helping Teacher" 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;">Cataline Elementary school is very privileged to have many classes attend the Williams Lake Community Forest this school year. Hosted by Jenny Howell and her field team, students are treated to forest and watershed explorations, examining the rich natural and preserved environments neighbouring our community. Students use this time to search for signs of spring rejuvenation, learn about our local landscape and ecosystems, and truly discover the beautiful environment we all live in.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/1651ed5a-0a17-46bd-8fa3-32d11cdd9319?fingerprint=ppb20260519202947" alt="Williams Lake Community Forest" width="646" height="646" style="width:646px;height:646px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>

<p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Once again, Cataline grade 4 students had the very fortunate opportunity to partner up with Gavin Lake Forest Education Society to participate in the over night spring program. This is the second year in a row that the Gavin Lake Society has hosted Cataline students, providing them with the rich, accessible outdoor learning opportunity. Students were introduced to various learning modules including bouldering 101, camping 101, and a cool lesson about lichens. Students enjoyed camp life, sharing stories and laughs around the campfire, eating delicious camp meals in the hall, and sleeping in the wild nestled in cozy cabins. For some of our campers, this was the first time camping away from home, and it will be an experience they will not forget!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></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/bdaf02bc-eefa-4245-80ab-6358333bfb60?fingerprint=ppb20260519185855" alt="Grade 4 Gavin Lake Experience" 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/445b4fe0-ea14-4af8-8d72-58553add4f60?fingerprint=ppb20260519185857" alt="Grade 4 Gavin Lake Experience 2" 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;">Big Brother &amp; Big Sisters continue their partnership with Cataline Elementary School, bringing together their In-school Mentorship program where students mentors from Columneetza Middle School build and foster positive connections with Cataline student mentees. Each week, mentors and mentees spend time together playing games, sharing stories, or participating in hands-on activities, sharing each others’ company and holding space for one another. The In-school Mentorship Program creates a safe place for our young mentees to build confidence, friendships, and feel a sense of belonging.</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/3b81def5-585c-437a-b088-1ade636bb276?fingerprint=ppb20260415035657" alt="In school Mentorship1 dwayne benvin" 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/e4e296a3-59d2-4c88-a705-f8606c65db34?fingerprint=ppb20260415035657" alt="In school Mentorship2 dwayne benvin" 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;">In consulation with teachers, staff, community members, students, and caregivers, Cataline decided to update our school logo and mascot. Formerly the 'Packers', we imagined what better represented our school; a place of beautiful forestry and hills, learning, belonging, and community. Overwhelmingly, our community decided to change our name to the Coyotes- an indigenous animal that lives very near to our school campus. We worked in consulation with our district Vice Principal of Indigenous Education as well as local business Kallista Schick Designs to put together a cohesive and modern look for our school.</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/c017e80d-e636-40a9-aa30-2f0bb7f24f78?fingerprint=ppb20260204061156" alt="designschool2 Tess Riley" 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/b155dc32-2743-4a4d-81dc-831168dc9fab?fingerprint=ppb20260204061156" alt="designschool Tess Riley" 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;">Thanks to our maintenance department who come long before school starts every snowfall to help ensure our schools are ready for students to arrive. It takes a team!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/d018483f-5b68-42c8-8dbf-8bcb9740447f?fingerprint=ppb20251217040255" alt="First snowfall brings out teamwork Tess Riley" width="547" height="730" style="width:547px;height:730px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p>

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Coaches Tim Hurley and Mike Wilson joined forces to bring their grade 7/8 and 5/6 volleyball teams together at Columneetza recently. The older girls showed incredible leadership, teaching and playing alongside younger students. This was a memorable experience for all!</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/39121935-7625-49e4-9813-34717ad5b217?fingerprint=ppb20251217033916" alt="Columneetza and Cataline Volleyball holly zurak 2" 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/941f1fa4-1b04-47a7-bd89-de091fe353bf?fingerprint=ppb20251217035020" alt="Columneetza and Cataline Volleyball holly zurak 1" 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;">Just outside our main office, a display features all the adults that make Cataline, Cataline! From EAs to clerical, custodial to noon hours, and of course teachers too, it’s important to recognize those who make our students successful. Plus, it helps student identify all the adults who care for them in the building. A nice reference point for all in our community.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/c4ebea24-2d99-42fd-b577-a7925842bcf7?fingerprint=ppb20251217040218" alt="IMG 0207 tess riley" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">As part of Cataline Elementary Occupational Health and Safety planning, one of our focus areas as a committee is to include staff wellness. In doing so, our staff was introduced to Carol Doherty, District Youth Community Connections Manager, who presented to and provided the staff with information centered around worker burn-out and fatigue, as well as tools, strategies, and resources to support self-care and mental well-being. With a humorous and honesty delivery, Carol’s message resonated with many, was very well received, and staff left feeling heard and supported.</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/9eb133b1-e376-43b7-9fe3-f0a7a35e96fc?fingerprint=ppb20251217034854" alt="OHS Mental Health Focus" 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/7402c14f-36cf-43b5-b984-8985cc7aac4a?fingerprint=ppb20251217034956" alt="OHS Mental Health Focus" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></div></div><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Ms. Jamie and a dedicated group of students are determined to bring the Cataline gardens back to life. They’ve been successfully starting seeds indoors and cleaning up our garden beds. Students are responsible for watering and transplanting seeds, as well as taking them outside daily for some sunshine.</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/892f7de2-b8bb-4ae9-baa9-4dfb0090e0e0?fingerprint=ppb20260127222325" alt="Garden Club2 tess riley" 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/810258ee-0eb6-4d5b-9875-e5a4a4c1dc4d?fingerprint=ppb20260127222324" alt="Garden Club1 tess riley" 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;">When it gets cold, we get close! Students spent the recent cold blast trying out or new gaga ball pit in the gym and challenging themselves to new engineering challenges. Proof that even inside four walls you can create and connect.</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/4db35054-2fcf-43a4-9661-6cf6c0b0d38e?fingerprint=ppb20260127214607" alt="Inside Days bring Joy1" 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/bb46f026-ca0e-47c1-9dd9-60864dc23506?fingerprint=ppb20260127214608" alt="Inside Days bring Joy2" 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;">When Cataline had to close for the day, staff spent the day learning and teaching alongside each other at Nesika. Staff were able to make connections and discoveries to take home. Thanks for hosting us Nesika!</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/aea97360-4e47-51f4-99fc-4d2fb251cb9c?fingerprint=ppb20251217035552" alt="i6h48fid.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"><img src="/images/884f447e-7e6a-5975-a896-4ad2521d8b92?fingerprint=ppb20251217034631" alt="uh5xpohr.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></p><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;">The Daybreak Rotary Club of Williams Lake is once again providing student assistance, supporting students and families with their Starfish Pack Program. With the help from dedicated volunteers and donations from Williams Lake families, businesses, and community groups, the Starfish Pack Program is helping families in need, delivering backpacks to Williams Lake schools at the end of each week so that students will have sufficient food for the weekend.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We are very thankful for the work of everyone involved in the Starfish Pack Program. It’s this wonderful collective effort that brings our schools, families, and community together! Thank-you, Daybreak Rotary Club of Williams Lake!</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/0c99aea5-0ee3-59e3-a485-3ad6b4db505e?fingerprint=ppb20251217033659" alt="f7qq1z3v.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;">Cataline teachers, EAs, admin, and speech and language team meet together to respond to and practice with augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices which support students with communication needs.</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/199c0bee-3782-5ef5-bc0e-3bfef9db1ad1?fingerprint=ppb20251217033739" alt="rihiqf5g.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;">Starting the year in a good way, Cataline Elementary and school PAC hosted their Welcome Back BBQ, fostering community connections, bringing together families and school staff. The Cataline PAC is an integral part of our school community, providing opportunities to connect parents and school, as well as involving parents in volunteer activities (such as a Welcome Back BBQ) that builds community and supports our students and families. &nbsp;</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/34252aca-5580-542b-af6d-1b44e4ec077b?fingerprint=ppb20251217033901" alt="v6ainime.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"><img src="/images/19ca13f6-f250-5cbb-8b35-b2db558d88b5?fingerprint=ppb20251217033739" alt="5gjqo678.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></p><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;">Cataline Elementary school staff started off the year in a good way, taking our first day together outdoors and setting the foundation for a year of "Walking Together". Creating a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone feels a sense of belong is the message our staff feels passionately about, as we collectively work as a team to honour and support all learners. &nbsp;&nbsp;</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/791e6495-8a5f-5bef-b7a5-e2e47046b146?fingerprint=ppb20251217034541" alt="r2qn0lzg.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"><img src="/images/122c8f4c-45a1-54ac-a98d-7bccbe4ff4a6?fingerprint=ppb20251217033715" alt="vz0q0dag.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></p><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;">On Earth Day, Cataline’s PAC hosted 7 stations for students to learn about earth day! Students planted seeds, made compost, cleaned school grounds, used their senses, and made nature art. It was a great day being outside and learning together.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/3cbacb3b-df15-4905-b9bf-1390459dceef?fingerprint=ppb20251217033929" alt="Cataline Earth Day" width="454" height="454" style="width:454px;height:454px;float:left"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/264e4897-520b-4bbc-9a20-0e7a20c8b99f?fingerprint=ppb20251217033821" alt="Cataline Earth Day 1" width="453" height="453" style="width:453px;height:453px;float:left"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p>