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Band Introduction and Sign up

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École John Stubbs Band Introduction Letter 2026-2027

Who can sign up for band?

  • Band class is open to students in grades 6, 7 and 8.
  • No musical experience is required in grade 6. Everyone is welcome!

What do students learn in band class?

  • Students will focus on a wind or percussion instrument. Students learn how to read music, play in an ensemble and express themselves through music
  • Students also learn teamwork, perseverance, dedication and develop a sense of community.

What is the commitment required?

  • Band is in the timetable (no before or after school practices) and is a year-long commitment.
  • Students are expected to practice for 15 minutes twice a week outside of class time. The band room is available for extra practice.

 

When does the band practice?

  • Band class is twice a week during the school day. Students choose between band and art class.

How does instrument selection/rental work?

  • Instrument options for band 6 are: flute, clarinet, alto saxophone, tenor saxophone, trumpet, trombone, baritone, percussion or electric bass
  • In September, band students will watch and listen to various recordings of each instrument. They will then list their top 3 choices. The band teacher will then assign instruments. Most students get their first or second choice.
  • Most students will rent an instrument from a local music store- rates from Long & McQuade are included here.
  • It is very important that finances not be a barrier to accessing music education. If there is financial need, students may rent an instrument from the school for $150, or the fee may be waived if necessary. These instruments are subject to availability, so students might not receive their first choice.

 

Are there concerts during the school year?

  • The middle school bands perform in 2 evening concerts for families in the school year, typically in December and June.
  • Bands may also perform for events around the school, such as Tour de Rock, pep rallies, outdoor concerts during recess, flashmobs, and concerts for Elementary schools.

How to sign up?

Sign up deadline is MARCH 12th, 2026. The form to sign up for band can be found several ways:

  1. École John Stubbs Band sign up- 26/27 – Fill out form
  2. Scan the QR code
  3. www.johnstubbsmusic.weebly.com/sign-up.html

Any questions?

 

Please reach out anytime to Mme Daykin at cdaykin@sd62.bc.ca I would be happy to answer any questions you may have!

 

 
 

Bus Registration for 2026-2027 school year

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Bus registration for the 2026–27 school year will open on Monday, March 2 at 8:00 a.m. 

If your child is eligible for transportation and you would like to request service for the upcoming school year, please register between March 2 and April 30. Registrations received on or after May 1 will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis for eligible riders.

For more information about eligibility, 2026–27 fees, payment deadlines, and to register, please visit: Transportation | Sooke School District.

You will need your child’s Personal Education Number (PEN), Pupil Number, or New Registration Number that was sent to your email when you first registered your child to complete your registration (starting with letter R). You can your child’s PEN or Pupil Number by visiting SD62 Online Consent Forms.

Please note that information regarding financial assistance for the 2026–27 school year has not yet been released. Details on how to apply will be shared at a later date. If you anticipate needing financial assistance, we encourage you to still apply for transportation services.

 

Transportation Department
Sooke School District
busing@sd62.bc.ca

 
 

Ready, Set, Learn events for incoming kindies!

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2026/2027 French Immersion Kindergarten Registration: January 12–16, 2026

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The catchment schools for French Immersion Kindergarten are:

To register, children must turn five years of age by December 31 in the same calendar year that they begin school. There are no exceptions.

We invite you to attend an online information session to learn more about the program. The session will feature Principals and Vice-Principals from École John Stubbs, École Millstream, and École Poirier, along with District representatives, who will share insights and answer questions.

Date: January 6, 2026
Time: 6:30 p.m.

Please click the link below to join the online session at the scheduled time.

Click to Join the Online Information Session

How to Register:

1. Read the Registration Guide to make sure you have the required documents ready to upload during registration. Please upload ALL required documents. Registration will be incomplete until all documents are uploaded.

Uploading Documents: Don’t have a scanner? Please provide CLEAR photos of the documents. If the document cannot be read clearly, it will not be accepted.

2. Online at registration.sd62.bc.ca.

Register

Lottery system for Kindergarten French Immersion

Due to high demand for Kindergarten French Immersion, if a school receives more registrations per category of enrolment priority than the number of available seats, a lottery will take place. The lottery will follow the Student Enrolment Priorities and students will be placed in the order in which they are drawn.

A wait list will be established according to the lottery. The lottery process will be based on a school-by-school basis.

Student Enrolment Priorities

  1. re-enrolling students
  2. a catchment area child who has a sibling currently attending the school
  3. a catchment area child
  4. a non-catchment child who has a sibling currently attending the school
  5. a non-catchment child
  6. a non-school district child

These enrolment priorities apply to all new registrations and transfer requests.

*Please note that for École John Stubbs, the elementary and middle schools are separate. If you have a child in École John Stubbs Middle School or one who will be in the middle school the following September and are registering another child in École John Stubbs Elementary School, Enrolment Priorities #2 or #4 will not apply.

Multiples: In the event of a lottery, one ballot will be entered into the draw for families with multiples. If drawn, they will be offered placement in the program at the same school provided there is space available.

Visit the Kindergarten page for more information.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How does the lottery work?
  • When will the results of the lottery be available?
  • Will the results of the lottery be made public?
  • Do I need to enter the lottery in addition to registering my child?
  • Do I need a computer in order to register?
  • Do I need an email address to register?
  • I do not have a scanner. Can I upload photos of required documents?
  • What if my child is not selected in the lottery?
  • I have multiples. Will each of their names be entered into the lottery?
  • I have a child in Grades 6-8 at École John Stubbs. I am registering another child in Kindergarten – Grade 5. Will the Enrolment Priority count as they are siblings?
  • What is French Immersion and how can I support my child?
 
 

Middle School Athletics

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MS Athletics

Hello parents,

Just a quick message to let you know of John Stubbs after-school sports programs that will hopefully be running this year. Announcements are made on Jagzone and written on the whiteboard outside of the middle school gym. If your child is on a school team, they will receive a consent form and season schedule. Please keep that schedule and refer to it so that you are informed of when your child plays. League information is also posted at apzr.co/Q1i. Please avoid calling the office for information regarding after-school sports, as secretaries are often busy with other duties. If you have questions, contact your child’s coach or the athletic director, Owen Summers, at osummers@sd62.bc.ca

The first after-school team is cross country. Our middle school team runs 4 events from the end of September to the first couple of weeks in October. Practices are held during lunch hours. If your child is interested in participating in Cross Country, tell them to go see Mr. Summers.

Next up is the Basketball season which runs from the end of October through to the end of November. If numbers allow, we try to run a team for each gender/grade division (6/7 girls and boys, 7/8 boys and girls). We generally enter in the recreational division, as it gives each student a chance to participate. Tell your child to look for the sign up sheet on the middle school gym doors in early October.

After basketball is volleyball, which starts in late January and ends in early March. Again, if numbers allow, we try to run a team for each gender/grade division. Like basketball, we tend to enter the recreational division which gives all students a chance to play. Teams generally practice at lunch. Students sign up sheets located outside the middle school gym in early January.

We end the year with track and field which run during May and early June. All competitions are held at Uvic in the Centennial Stadium. Students can participate in a variety of track and or field events. If students place in the top percentile, they are invited to the championship meet which takes place during school hours in early June.

Besides after-school sports, there will be various intramural sports that will take place during lunch throughout the year. Tell your child to listen to Jagzone for all the details or keep their eyes peeled on the whiteboard outside the gym for important information.

 
 

French Immersion Parent Handbook

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French Immersion: A Guide for Parents and Caregivers

 
 
 
 
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