The Maple Ridge – Pitt Meadows School District (SD42) is gathering input from students, staff, and families across the district on potential changes to secondary school schedules at individual schools.
Currently, all SD42 secondary schools follow a linear schedule, where students take up to eight classes throughout the full school year. Moving forward, some schools may continue with this model, while others may transition to a semester schedule, with up to four classes per semester and two semesters in a school year.
Any approved schedule changes would take effect in the 2026/27 school year.
Your input matters
We’ve launched separate surveys for:
- Secondary students
- Staff
- Families
- Garibaldi Secondary School staff, students, and families (who will complete a separate survey focused on supports for the existing linear model)
All surveys are open until May 2, 2025 and can be accessed through the consultation webpage: sd42.ca/secondary-scheduling-engagement
Visit our consultation page
to take the survey
Need a refresher on linear vs. semester models?
View a summary of the potential benefits and challenges of each schedule model here: Linear vs. Semester: Schedule Comparison
Garibaldi Secondary School
Due to its Middle Years and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs, Garibaldi must continue with a linear schedule. As a result, GSS staff, students, and families will complete a different survey focused on identifying the supports and structures that will continue to strengthen success within the existing model.
School Pop-Ups (April 15 – May 1)
Student pop-up booths will take place during lunch hours at each secondary school to support participation. You can view the full timeline, including school dates, here: Download the Consultation Timeline
Translations Available
Translated versions of the survey questions and answers are available on the consultation web page (https://www.sd42.ca/secondary-scheduling-engagement/). These can be accessed using the built-in Google Translate feature in the top corner of the website.
Thank you for taking the time to share your input. Your feedback will help inform decisions that best support student learning and well-being.