Straight from the Turkey's Mouth...Wait that's not Right!

Practicing Gratitude is something I wrestle with daily. It's  easier for me to complain. To be honest it comes to me naturally. I can jibber jabber about what's not going right, who is irritating me, why I dislike mornings, and on and on it goes.

But and that's a big BUT....

I've been challenging myself lately to first thing in the morning speak out loud one thing that I am grateful for in my life.  (Did I mention I dislike mornings; especially if I haven't had my morning coffee).  The simple act of doing this on a daily basis has re-shaped and re-framed the way that I start my day.  That's the power of words. They can actually change our perspective.

One thing that hasn't been hard for me to find gratitude for is meeting each one of your families. It has been an absolute joy to meet so many of you, and to learn more about your families. Thank you for opening your homes, introducing me to your families, and letting me part of your lives!

As you enjoy your holiday weekend, let's be reminded:

And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him. Colossians 3:17,

Happy Thanksgiving to you and your families!

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News from HCOS

Reading Resources

Remember two great FREE resources HCOS can offer your families (K- 7)
Contact me. if you haven't already, and I can sign up your child for these programs.

• http://readingeggs.com/
• http://www.raz-kids.com/

Learning Commons Parent Workshop

Join our very own Pippa Davies and come out to learn how to navigate the learning commons  - discover all the resources our learning commons has to offer, how to navigate the site and use L4U.  As well, enjoy hearing about the many online subscriptions HCOS has to offer and how they can support your students' learning.  Come with your questions!
Registration deadline is November 12th. 
To register: https://fluidsurveys.com/s/parent-workshop-abbotsford-nov-2014/ 

LEARNING CAMPS

You Are Invited to Timberline Ranch on October 24th and April 10th

Time: 9:00am- 3:00pm   Please arrive at 9:00am with departure by 3:15pm

Place: Timberline Ranch 22351 144th Ave. Maple Ridge

To register and for more information: https://fluidsurveys.com/s/timberline-ranch-oct-april/

Gym & Skate Grades 1-9
Physical Literacy (30 Min)
For more information & Registration:
https://fluidsurveys.com/s/abbotsford-centre-ice-2014/

HCOS invites you to join us for Geography Explorers

Camp description:
Come explore the geography of BC!  In this camp students will learn about landforms, their impact on the development of communities and learn mapping skills.  They will be able to participate in outdoor activities such as orienteering/compass work and exploring local landforms .  Students will take part in a field trip at the Langley Centennial Museum called "Footpaths to Freeways" where students will examine how Langley's geography impacted the development of transportation and economy.  The final day will be a wrap up party at an indoor rock climbing facility.

 

Dates: Mondays, Nov.3- Dec 8

Time: 1-3pm

Place: Living Waters Church (9095 Glover Road, Fort Langley)

Payment and registration deadline is October 20th.

To register: https://fluidsurveys.com/s/ft-langley-geography-explorers-2014/

HCOS invites you to join us for the

Vancouver Symphony Orchestra's Greatest Hits
 

Camp description:
Come celebrate the classics with the VSO! This concert is full of symphonic chart-toppers and treasures of orchestral repertoire. With masterworks by composers including Mozart, Beethoven, and Rossini, learn why these pillars of orchestral repertoire have earned a permanent place in our orchestral hall of fame.
 

Date: November 20, 2014

Time: 12:00pm (please arrive with time to be seated by 11:45am)

Place: Orpheum Theatre, Vancouver

Please note that parking can be tricky to find so allow time for downtown traffic and parking.

Suitable for grades: 4-7 (but all ages welcome)

Payment and registration deadline is November 6th.

To register: https://fluidsurveys.com/s/vso-greatest-hits-nov-2014/ 

FOR MORE LEARNING CAMPS: 
https://sites.google.com/site/hcoslearningcamps/home/lower-mainland