Dear families, The Government of Canada recently designated September 30th a statutory holiday named the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in recognition of the lasting harm residential schools have had on Indigenous communities. We ask students, staff, and families to use this opportunity to reflect on the profound injustice of residential schools and ensure that the … [Read more...] about National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, and Truth and Reconciliation Week
Fraser Health: Routine immunizations for school-age children
Dear families, Please see the communication below from Fraser Health regarding routine immunizations for school-age children. Communication from Fraser Health Dear Parents and Guardians, Re: B.C.’s Vaccination Status Reporting Regulation for Students B.C.’s Vaccination Status Reporting Regulation for children has been in effect since July 2019. This … [Read more...] about Fraser Health: Routine immunizations for school-age children
September 13, 2021: Update for families from Fraser Health
Dear families, As the school year gets underway, I am writing to share with you a back to school update from Fraser Health. Much of the information in this update will not be new for you, as I spoke to it in my August 27 letter. The update does address, however, the revised provincial notification process for school exposures. While Fraser Health will continue to work with … [Read more...] about September 13, 2021: Update for families from Fraser Health
August 27, 2021: Letter to families from Superintendent Harry Dhillon
Dear families, I hope you are enjoying a bright, restful, and safe summer! We are looking forward to welcoming your children back to school. As we prepare for the beginning of the 2021/22 school year, I am writing to let you know about an important change to this year’s district school calendar, to provide information about the schedule for the first day of school, and to … [Read more...] about August 27, 2021: Letter to families from Superintendent Harry Dhillon
Year-end message for families from Superintendent Harry Dhillon
Dear families, Today is the last day of class for most of our school communities in this exceptional year. While the last ten months have not been without their challenges, they have also offered us countless opportunities to celebrate the amazing achievements of our staff and students. I am always impressed but not surprised by the passion, dedication, activism, and care shown … [Read more...] about Year-end message for families from Superintendent Harry Dhillon