In our 2024-25 budget, we allocated funds for a PAC-paid physical extra-curricular activity for our students to take place in the Spring. We would like your opinion on what that activity should be. Once we gather data from this survey, we will consult with the staff and teachers at MTP to decide on the best fit for the school, with parental preference playing a part in the decision.
The options are:
1. Kitsilano Gymnastics – Each student would receive 4 x 40 min sessions of gymnastics instruction. The approximate cost is $2900. https://www.kitsilanogymnastics.ca/
2. The Yoga Buggy – Each student would receive 4 x 40 minute sessions of yoga instruction. The approximate cost is $2800. https://www.yogabuggy.com/
3. Vancouver Circus School – Each student would receive 1 x 40 minute session. The approximate cost is $2300. https://vancouvercircusschool.ca/
4. Origins Parkour – Each student would receive 3 sessions of Parkour. The approximate cost is $2100. https://originsparkour.com/
5. Dancepl3y – Each student would receive 5 x 40 minute sessions of dance/movement instruction. Please note that this activity is above our budget and would require parents/caregivers to supplement PAC funds by paying $6 extra per child – no child would be turned away from this activity if their family is not able to afford this extra fee. The activity includes a performance for parents/caregivers at the end of the session, along with a surprise performance for students. The approximate cost is $3600. https://www.pl3yinc.com/lmfv
5. Vancouver Performing Stars – Each student would receive 4 x 45 minute sessions dance/musical theatre instruction and rehearsal time with a production for parents/caregivers at the end of the session. The approximate cost is $2200. https://www.performingstars.ca/
We are also looking at bringing in a speaker for a parent information session and would like your input on which speaker you would prefer to hear from.
1. Parent education workshop on Anxiety and Stress in Children by Kate Saunders, “Counsellor Kate”.
Kate is a local Registered Clinical Counsellor(RCC) with nearly 25 years of experience working with children and families. She specializes in Expressive Play Therapy and Parent-Child Interaction Therapy. The online workshop would be 2 hours long. Cost to the PAC would be $450 +GST and would include a video and a PDF of the slides from the presentation. https://www.counsellorkate.com/product-page/guiding-big-feelings-video-lesson
2. I Dream Library – A customized workshop pulling from IDL’s current offerings.
I Dream Library (IDL) offers a wide range of educational workshops focused on promoting intersectional anti-oppression, equitable literacy, and social justice in schools and learning communities. These programs have been designed by education designer and artist Aisha Kiani and are designed to inspire parents, educators, and students to explore diverse perspectives and use tools that foster inclusion, reconciliation, and anti-racism in everyday teaching practices. Each workshop integrates practical tools, engaging dialogue, and actionable strategies for creating more equitable and inclusive learning environments. The cost is via sliding scale, $500 – $1,000. https://www.idreamlibrary.com/
We appreciate your taking the time to fill this out and look forward to hearing your preferences!