Welcome to the Hampton Park Elementary School Parent Advisory Council (PAC)!
The Hampton Park Elementary School PAC is dedicated to supporting our school community by organizing events, fundraising, and advocating for students' best interests. We encourage all parents and guardians to get involved, attend our monthly meetings, and stay connected with us.
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📖 Hampton Park Elementary School PAC Bylaws & Constitution
📢 Meet Your 2025-2026 Executive Team:
Chairperson: Laura Perry (Biagioni)
Treasurers: Samira Kalantari and Danica Pastro
Secretary: Garima Kalra
District PAC: Darin Wong
Fruit & Veggie: Sabrina Aslam
Fundraising Coordinator: Karin Sangha Gill
Playground Fundraising Coordinator: Chantel McKinnon
Grade 5: Coordinator(s): [Vacant]
Hot Lunch: [Vacant]
🗳️ Annual General Meeting (AGM) & PAC Elections
Each year, the PAC holds its Annual General Meeting (AGM) to review the year's progress, discuss upcoming priorities, and elect the PAC Executive for the next school year.
📅 AGM Date
Our AGM typically takes place in May or June. The exact date will be announced through school newsletters, PAC Facebook page and this webpage (refer to Meeting Schedule).
👥 PAC Elections
During the AGM, parents and guardians of students at Hampton Park Elementary are invited to nominate themselves or others for any of the PAC Executive positions. These roles are one excellent opportunity to contribute to your child's school experience and help shape future school initiatives.
Interested in Nominating or Have Questions?
Send an email if you would like to:
- Learn more about the PAC roles
- Nominate yourself or someone else
- Ask questions about the election process
📧 Elections Chairperson Inquiries: electionshamptonpark@gmail.com
We encourage all parents to get involved — your voice matters!
🗓️ PAC Meetings
Our PAC meetings occur every 3rd Thursday of the month (subject to change with notice) and alternate between in-person and virtual meetings to accommodate all parents.
- In-Person Meetings: Held in the school library
- Online Meetings: Hosted on Microsoft Teams (link is provided before each meeting)
Meeting Schedule:
- September 18, 2025 In-Person
- October 16, 2025 Online
- November 20, 2025 In-Person
- December 10, 2025 Online
- January 15, 2026 In-Person
- February 19, 2026 Online
- March 12, 2026 In-Person
- April 16, 2026 Online
- May 21, 2026 In-Person
- June 18, 2026 In-Person (Annual General Meeting)
📌 Stay Informed with PAC Meeting Records
We believe in transparency and keeping parents engaged. Below, you will find links to our meeting documents.
- 📄 Meeting Agendas Archive
- 📄 Meeting Minutes Archive
These documents outline discussions, decisions, and action items from each meeting. If you missed a meeting, you could always catch up here!
🍽️ Hot Lunch Program
Our PAC organizes a Hot Lunch Program to provide students with delicious and nutritious meals while supporting school initiatives.
📋 Hot Lunch Schedule
How to Order:
- Visit https://munchalunch.com/login
- Select your child's meals for the upcoming weeks
- Submit your order and payment by the deadline
📅 Order Deadlines: Orders must be placed 8 days in advance by 11:59pm.
💳 Payment Options: We accept online card payment via Munchalunch, cash, cheque, or E-Transfer.
🧑🏼🍳 Volunteer with Us!: We always welcome parent volunteers to help distribute lunches. Register via Munchalunch if you're interested!
📧 Hot Lunch Inquiries: hotlunchhamptonpark@gmail.com
🎉 Fundraising
Fundraising plays a vital role in enriching the school experience and ensuring students have access to additional resources and opportunities. Money raised by the PAC directly supports:
- Field trips & experiential learning – Helping reduce costs for families so all students can participate in educational experiences.
- Classroom resources & technology – Providing updated learning materials, books, and digital tools.
- Cultural & special events – Supporting school-wide celebrations, guest speakers, and performances.
- Student & teacher appreciation – Funding initiatives to recognize and support both students and staff.
How You Can Help:
💡 Share New Ideas: Have a creative fundraising idea? We'd love to hear it!
🤝 Volunteer: Whether it's helping organize an event or distributing orders, every bit of help makes a difference.
🎟️ Participate: Support fundraisers by purchasing items, donating, or spreading the word.
Your involvement directly impacts the opportunities available for our students. Thank you for your support!
📧 Fundraising Inquiries: fundraisinghamptonpark@gmail.com
Upcoming Events
📆 Stay Informed & Get Involved!
Join us for upcoming PAC events designed to bring our school community together, support our students, and have fun!
🔗 More Details
Volunteers are always needed to help make these events a success. If you're interested in lending a hand, please reach out!
📧 Event Inquiries & Volunteering: fundraisinghamptonpark@gmail.com
💰 Finances & Treasurer
The PAC is committed to financial transparency and ensuring that all funds raised are used to support students and enhance their learning environment.
What Does the PAC Treasurer(s) Do?
✔️ The treasurer manages the PAC's finances, including:
✔️ Budget planning and financial reporting
✔️ Tracking all income and expenses from fundraising and school programs
✔️ Ensuring financial accountability and compliance with PAC Bylaws
✔️ Coordinating reimbursements and payments
📑 Annual Budget Overview & Reports
📧 Treasurer Inquiries: treasurerhamptonpark@gmail.com
📖 Additional Resources
For more information on parent involvement at the district and provincial level, check out these helpful resources:
- 🌐 District Parent Advisory Council (DPAC43) | The DPAC represents all PACs in School District 43 (SD43) and provides support, advocacy, and resources for parents.
- 🌐 BC Confederation of Parent Advisory Councils (BCCPAC) | BCCPAC is the provincial voice for parents in the education system, offering guidance and advocacy for PAC's across British Columbia.
These organizations provide valuable insights into parental engagement, education policies, and advocacy efforts at the district and provincial levels.
📇 Contact Us
Have questions or suggestions? Reach out to us via email:
📧 General Inquiries: hamptonparkpac@gmail.com
📧 Hot Lunch Program: hotlunchhamptonpark@gmail.com
📧 Fundraising Inquiries: fundraisinghamptonpark@gmail.com
📧 Treasurer/Financial Questions: treasurerhamptonpark@gmail.com
📧 Elections Chairperson electionshamptonpark@gmail.com
We appreciate your support in making Hampton Park Elementary School a wonderful place for our children!
