Maple Ridge - Pitt Meadows School District 42

Non-instructional day (curriculum implementation day)
2018-02-13
Curriculum implementation day.

Family Day
2018-02-12
Schools closed for statutory holiday.

Schools not in session
2018-02-09
Schools not in session.

Late French Immersion Registration
2018-02-08
7:30 am
Golden Ears Elementary (activity room)
23124-118th Avenue, Maple Ridge
Late French Immersion registration opens at 7:30 am on Thursday, February 8, 2018 at Golden Ears Elementary on a first come, first on list basis. Learn more about the Late French Immersion program: http://www.sd42.ca/program/french-immersion/

Board of Education meeting
2018-02-07 18:00 - 21:00, 2018-01-24 18:00 - 21:00, 2017-12-06 18:00 - 21:00, 2017-11-15 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver)
District Education Office
22225 Brown Avenue
Maple Ridge
Agenda packages for public board meetings are posted on the Monday before the meeting at http://www.sd42.ca/board-of-education/board-meeting-agendas/

Transition Planning for Positive Futures
2018-02-07
A parent information night entitled “Transition Planning Into the Community for Students with Diverse Abilities” will be hosted at Thomas Haney Secondary on Wednesday, February 7 at 6:30 pm.
Parents will get the opportunity to meet Megan Daly, the new navigator from Services to Adults with Developmental Disabilities (STADD) and receive a copy of the new Transition Handbook – Planning for Positive Futures created by Maple Ridge – Pitt Meadows School District’s Learning Services.
The booklet offers a comprehensive overview and step-by-step guide to planning for successful transitions into the community, post-secondary and inclusive employment.
When: Wednesday, February 7, 6:30 pm
Where: Thomas Haney Secondary School, Room 2008
RSVP: Learning Services, 604-467-1101

Trades Information Session and Showcase
2018-02-06 18:00 - 20:30
6:00 – 8:30 pm, Tuesday, February 6
Thomas Haney Secondary
23000 – 116th Avenue
Maple Ridge

The Maple Ridge – Pitt Meadows School District (SD42) is hosting an information session and showcase on Tuesday, February 6 for its 10 trades programs.
Parents and students will be able to meet with our instructors and partner institutions – BCIT, VCC and KPU. Industry professionals and local business owners will also be there to answer questions about hiring and trade experience. Work BC and other employment services will be in attendance to discuss job ready skills and grant funding. Appetizers will be prepared and served by our Culinary Arts students.
The event is free but registration is required. Register at: https://apprenticeship.sd42.ca/?page_id=949
SD42 Trades Programs:
Automotive Service Technician – Partnered with BCIT
Carpenter – Partnered with KPU
Culinary Arts – Partnered with VCC
Electrician – Partnered with BCIT
Hairstyling Program – Partnered with VCC
Horticulture – Partnered with KPU
Masonry/Bricklayer – Partnered with KPU
Metal Fabricator – Partnered with BCIT
Plumbing/Fitting – Partnered with KPU
Refrigeration Tech – Pending Partnership with JARTS

Late French Immersion Information Night
2018-02-01 19:00 - 20:00
The SD42 Late French Immersion Program is an excellent opportunity for students who want to learn a second language or are looking for a challenge. Students who are currently in Grade 5 are eligible to begin Late French Immersion in September 2018 at Golden Ears Elementary School. This two-year elementary program continues at Maple Ridge Secondary School.
To learn more about Late French Immersion, attend our information meeting on February 1 at Golden Ears Elementary.
7-8 pm, February 1, 2018
Golden Ears Elementary (activity room)
23124-118th Avenue, Maple Ridge
Late French Immersion registration opens at 7:30 am on Thursday, February 8, 2018 at Golden Ears Elementary on a first come, first on list basis.
For more information, please contact Shelley Linton at 604.463.7108 or shelley_linton@sd42.ca

Kindergarten Registration (General)
2018-02-01 12:00 - 2018-02-08 23:59
The General Registration phase of Kindergarten Registration takes place from February 1-8. All registration periods open at 12 pm (noon).
For information about our online registration process, including registration phases, required supporting documentation and acceptance criteria, please visit: http://www.sd42.ca/kindergarten-registration/

Community-Based Learning Info Night
2018-01-31 19:00 - 20:00
7 pm, Wednesday, January 31, 2018
Thomas Haney Secondary (rotunda)
23000 – 116th Avenue, Maple Ridge
The Maple Ridge – Pitt Meadows School District (SD42) is hosting an information session on Wednesday, January 31 for its Community-Based Learning program for Grade 8 students.
This program will divide time between learning in the school and in the community with a place-based learning focus on natural spaces, such as local parks and forests. Students will spend three days a week learning at Thomas Haney Secondary and two days a week in the community.
The information session is open to both parents and students.
For more information contact Thomas Haney principal Grant Frend at grant_frend@sd42.ca

Wheelhouse Program Information Night
2018-01-30 18:00 - 19:00
Alouette Elementary
22155 Isaac Crescent
Maple Ridge
The Wheelhouse is a program in which students in grades 6 and 7 are both challenged and supported in becoming life-long learners and responsible citizens. Program highlights include:

Weekly field study days where students learn outside the regular class setting;
A classroom of care and discovery that is well supported by staff, parents, and community mentors;
Leadership activities that improve confidence, citizenship, and social responsibility;
Wheelhouse students are also part of the school district 1-to-1 program, in which each student is assigned an iPad for the school year.

For more information, including a more in-depth look at the program, dates and times for student interviews, and details on how to become a Wheelhouse student, please visit The Wheelhouseonline at http://schools.sd42.ca/wheelhouse.
Registration for The Wheelhouse begins at 7:30 am on Thursday, February 15 at Alouette Elementary.

Family Literacy Day (Event)
2018-01-27 11:00 - 14:00
11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Saturday, January 27, 2018
Maple Ridge Public Library
130-22470 Dewdney Trunk Road, Maple Ridge
This year’s Family Literacy Day event demonstrates how families can learn, play and have fun together while developing literacy skills! Join us for a fun-filled day with Showstoppers Academy and a Family Dance Party, as well as lots of activities, contests and prizes for all ages.
Co-sponsored by Fraser Valley Regional Library, Community Literacy Committee, and Maple Ridge – Pitt Meadows School District No. 42.

Non-instructional day (district)
2018-01-26

Grade 8 Registration Information Night
2018-01-25
Thursday, January 25, 7 pm
Garibaldi Secondary
24789 Dewdney Trunk Road
Maple Ridge

SD42 DPAC is hosting an information session on January 25 at Garibaldi Secondary to help answer parents’ questions about students making the transition from Grade 7 to Grade 8. Students are welcome to attend.
The event starts at 7 pm.
View the event poster.

International Baccalaureate Info Night
2018-01-24 18:00 - 20:30
Wednesday, January 24, 2018
Garibaldi Secondary (Library)
24789 Dewdney Trunk Road, Maple Ridge

6:00 PM – IB Middle Years Programme (MYP)
Designed for students in Grades 8-10, the MYP encourages young learners to think globally and act locally, while becoming critical and reflective thinkers.
The programme prepares younger students to meet the academic challenges of the IB certificate and diploma programs in Grades 11-12 at Garibaldi – one of only 14 IB-designated schools in BC.
Read a Maple Ridge News story about MYP
Learn more about MYP

7:30 PM – IB Diploma Programme (DP)
The IB academic program offers students in Grades 11- 12 the opportunity to complete their high school education in an internationally recognized program that will open doors to the world of post-secondary education.
Garibaldi Secondary is the only International Baccalaureate (IB) World School in the Maple Ridge – Pitt Meadows School District and is open to students district-wide.
Learn more about DP

Wheelhouse Program Information Night
2018-01-23 18:00 - 19:00
Alouette Elementary
22155 Isaac Crescent
Maple Ridge
The Wheelhouse is a program in which students in grades 6 and 7 are both challenged and supported in becoming life-long learners and responsible citizens. Program highlights include:

Weekly field study days where students learn outside the regular class setting;
A classroom of care and discovery that is well supported by staff, parents, and community mentors;
Leadership activities that improve confidence, citizenship, and social responsibility;
Wheelhouse students are also part of the school district 1-to-1 program, in which each student is assigned an iPad for the school year.

For more information, including a more in-depth look at the program, dates and times for student interviews, and details on how to become a Wheelhouse student, please visit The Wheelhouseonline at http://schools.sd42.ca/wheelhouse.
Registration for The Wheelhouse begins at 7:30 am on Thursday, February 15 at Alouette Elementary.
*Please note that a second Wheelhouse Information Night takes place on Jan. 30 at the same time and location.

Kindergarten Registration (Choice)
2018-01-18 12:00 - 2018-01-22 23:59
The Choice Registration phase of Kindergarten Registration takes place from January 18-22. All registration periods open at 12 pm (noon).
For information about our online registration process, including registration phases, required supporting documentation and acceptance criteria, please visit: http://www.sd42.ca/kindergarten-registration/

Schools reopen after winter break
2018-01-08
Classes resume after winter break.

Schools close for winter break
2017-12-25 - 2018-01-05

District Parent Advisory Council (DPAC) Meeting
2017-11-30 19:00 - 21:00
Meeting Location:
Yennadon Annex
12854 – 232nd Street, Maple Ridge

Bookfest 2017
2017-11-29 09:00 - 12:00
ACT and Greg Moore Youth Centre
11925 Haney Place, Maple Ridge

Transition Planning for Positive Futures
2017-11-28 18:30
A parent information night entitled “Transition Planning Into the Community for Students with Diverse Abilities” will be hosted at Thomas Haney Secondary on Tuesday, Nov. 28.
Parents will get the opportunity to meet Megan Daly, the new navigator from Services to Adults with Developmental Disabilities (STADD) and receive a copy of the new Transition Handbook – Planning for Positive Futures created by Maple Ridge – Pitt Meadows School District’s Learning Services.
The booklet offers a comprehensive overview and step-by-step guide to planning for successful transitions into the community, post-secondary and inclusive employment.
When: Tuesday, November 28, 6:30 pm
Where: Thomas Haney Secondary School, Room 2032
RSVP: Learning Services, 604-467-1101
View the poster for the event.
Transition Handbook.

Aboriginal Education Advisory Committee meeting
2017-11-22 15:30 - 17:00
The Aboriginal Education Advisory Committee meets at Edith McDermott (library) from 3:30 – 5:00 pm.

Remembrance Day
2017-11-13

Non-instructional day (school-based)
2017-11-10

Fentanyl Forum II
2017-11-01 19:00 - 20:30
Thomas Haney Secondary School
23000 – 116th Avenue
Maple Ridge, BC
(Doors open at 6:30 pm)

This forum will bring together a tremendous number of community professionals who will share their vast knowledge regarding the current overdose crisis.
Includes presentations from Fraser Health, Alouette Addictions and Ridge Meadows RCMP. Panel discussions with Q & A to follow.
Open to youth, parents, caregivers and anyone affected directly or indirectly by substance use.
View the Fentanyl Forum II poster

Primary Cross Country
2017-10-24 14:50 - 17:00
October 24, 2017, 2:50 – 5:00pm (approx.)
Albion grounds
Coordinators: Andrew Lenton and Carmela Bassetto.
