Students benefit when their parents are involved and engaged.
WELCOME!
As a parent or guardian of a student attending École Alpha Secondary you are automatically a member of the Alpha Parent Advisory Council (PAC).
The main objective of Alpha PAC is to involve parents in supporting their children’s education. We value your feedback on school programs and activities and help to bring your views to the school principal and staff.
STAY INFORMED – ATTEND A MEETING
Alpha PAC meetings are open to all parents and guardians of École Alpha Secondary students. Meetings are held in person on the first Monday of each month* at 7 p.m. in the Learning Commons (Library) and are approximately 1 hour. Meeting information is sent out via email prior to the meeting.
.2024 / 2025 PAC Meetings
September 9
October 7
November 4
January 6, 2025
February 3
April 7
May 5 (Annual General Meeting)
June 2
Meetings provide an opportunity to learn about what is happening in the Alpha community with updates from the Principal, PAC Executives, Committee Representatives and other members. Guest speakers also provide information on programs that impact the students.
*In the event of a Holiday, Alpha PAC meetings will be held the following Monday.
Alpha PAC AGM May 5, 2025
All PAC executive positions are up for nomination at the AGM. Position descriptions and information about the nomination process can be found in the Alpha PAC Constitution and Bylaws located on our webpage.
STUDENTS ARE THE PRIORITY
Alpha PAC’s main focus is the students and ensuring they have access to opportunities that enhance their learning experiences.
Government Gaming grants as well as ongoing Alpha PAC initiated fundraisers ensure this can happen. Alpha PAC distributes funds on an ongoing basis throughout the year in response to teachers and student groups request. As part of Alpha PAC, you have an opportunity to have a voice and choose how these PAC funds are distributed.
During the 2023/24 school year, Alpha PAC generated funds were able to support a variety of enrichment opportunities throughout the school community including:
- Athletics uniforms and equipment.
- Support for clubs including Visual Arts, Debate, GSA. Theatre, Newcomer Connect, Outdoor and Climbing, and BIPOC Affinity;
- Support for math contests, Science Fair, Physics Olympics, Robotics Team, and Music Council.
- Special requests received throughout the year, such as funding for the Grade 10 Boys Volleyball Team’s trip to the Provincial Championships and our Alpha Robotics teams to attend championships in Dallas, Texas.
YOUR SUPPORT MAKES THE DIFFERENCE
As an Alpha parent or guardian, you make all this happen! Your support of Alpha PAC fundraising initiatives, including those listed below, ensures the funds are there when the requests come in.
School Cash Online PAC Donation (Year-round)
Easy, online method of making a tax-deductible donation to PAC. Accessed through School Cash Online tab on https://alpha.burnabyschools.ca and any donation of $30, or more will automatically receive a tax receipt.
Gift Card Fundraising
Help support students and the Alpha community by purchasing gift cards for your everyday shopping needs! A percentage of each card sold goes to PAC and ongoing student interests.
Download and complete the order form: PAC Gift card order form
Send completed order forms with your NAME, EMAIL and PHONE NUMBER, along with your e-transfer, to fundraising.alphapac@gmail.com. Please include “Gift Card Order From” in your subject line. For information on deadlines and pick up times, please contact the fundraising team at fundraising.alphapac@gmail.com.”
SPC Cards (September /October of each year)
Students get discounts between 10 – 25% (or more) at participating vendors (both online and in person). A portion of each card sold comes to PAC.
Vendors include:
- Fashion (Herschel, Simons, H&M, Adidas, Foot Locker, American Eagle, Hudson’s Bay, Arden, Shoe Company)
- Tech (Apple, Samsung, HP, iTunes, Audiobooks),
- Food (Blenz Coffee, Pizza Hut, Dairy Queen)
- Beauty (Body Shop, MAC Cosmetics, Clinque, Urban Decay)
- and
Purdy’s Chocolates (November of each year)
Get ahead on your holiday treat giving while still contributing to PAC. Easy online ordering with delivery to the school. Up to 25% of sales comes to PAC.
Encorp Recycling (Year-round)
When rreturning your bottles to the Encorp Return-It location at Kensington Plaza, use the school phone number, (604)296-6865, and the money will be directly donated to PAC.
COBS Bread (Kensington Plaza) (Year-round)
Mention École Alpha Secondary School when shopping at the Kensington Plaza location and 5% of your purchase comes back to PAC.
YOUR INPUT MATTERS
In addition to having an opportunity to ask questions or comment on discussions during the monthly PAC meeting, you can also contact any of your Alpha PAC Representatives with concerns, questions, suggestions or any thoughts you may have. Email, to their attention, at pacexecutive.alpha@gmail.com
2024 / 2025 PARENT ADVISORY COUNCIL
| EXECUTIVE | |
| Chair | Maria F. |
| Vice Chair | Ella H. |
| Treasurer | Liezel L. |
| Secretary | Melanie W. |
| School Expansion committee | Vivien G. |
| Committee Representatives | (more info to come) |
MISSED A MEETING?
No problem. Stay up to date on the discussions by checking out the minutes posted below.
