Happy Family Literacy Day Bamfield! This year’s theme, “Let’s Connect!” encourages families to connect, learn, and play together. 

Do you know that literacy is more than just reading and writing? Literacy can also be anything that helps you to build skills and explore interests. Playing games, going for nature hikes, learning a new recipe together – these are a few examples of the many kinds of literacy. 

Families are children’s first and most important teachers. When families connect, they build strong relationships, create trust, and support children’s social, emotional and physical health. 

“Children learn when they connect with others, with places and with ideas. Tell family stories, play outside or cook together,” says Margaret Sutherland, Executive Director of Decoda Literacy Solutions, BC’s provincial literacy organization.  “Playing board games, singing songs, reading stories, and dancing with children all strengthen connections and create great memories.” 

To take home some fun books and resources, check out the BCSA Community Library online catalogue (https://www.librarycat.org/lib/BCSA.Library). Follow the instructions on the main page to set your account, then browse away! 

Here is a “Learning in the Great Outdoors – Winter Activities” booklet. Try it out!

Try these age-based activity cards to connect with your little ones and aid in their literacy development. Cards available for Babies 0-1, Toddlers 1-2, Preschoolers 3-5, Primary-age 6-8.

Have fun!

It’s happening folks! The students, teachers, and staff of the Bamfield Community School & BCSA are proud to open our doors to welcome all citizens of Anacla and Bamfield to our Christmas Concert on Tuesday, December 14th!

6:00pm – Doors open. We anticipate a line-up for checking in. Please come early if you can.

6:30pm – Concert begins.

We will have snacks to take home, and stations for crafting cool Christmas ornaments.

In accordance with the School District’s Covid-19 protocols, we ask that those who attend be prepared to present proof of vaccination and wear a mask throughout the evening.

See you there, Happy Holidays!

Looking for something fun to do this Friday? Come and hang out with Jaslyn and Renee from 6:00-8:30pm at the school! We will have games & snacks, music & movies ready to launch. Let’s have some fun!

Youth ages 12+ only. Please be prepared to provide proof of vaccination. Attendees must wear masks indoors.

UPDATE: Unfortunately, we had to cancel this event due to an extremely ill-timed power outage! BUT we were ready to have a really great night, and we are planning on trying again in January!

Do you love basketball? Want to learn some new tips & tricks from a great coach?

BCSA is pleased to offer two basketball clinics on Sunday December 11th, hosted by visiting coach Steve Sperger of the Rain Basketball Academy.

The 1st session is for kids aged 6-13, from 10:00 – 11:30am. The 2nd session is for ages 14+, from 12:00 – 1:30pm.

Come on down to play or show your support. All are welcome! Players, please bring your running shoes. Proof of vaccination required for entry.

The BCSA is happy to present our new Storywalk!

Visit the school field and follow the numbered signs to read a great story together. All are welcome.

Our first story is a wonderful book called The Gruffalo, written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler. In the future, you can expect to see this installation in different fun places around town and with different books every few months. Come by and check it out!

Our BCSA Preschool is back! Starting November 9th, wee ones and their guardians are welcome to join us at the Bamfield Community School on Tuesdays from 1:00-3:00pm for fun and educational games.

Please contact us at 250-728-1220 or bcsacoordinator@gmail.com to register your child. $5 per child, healthy snack included.