Hammond Elementary

Dear families,  The Maple Ridge – Pitt Meadows School District seeks to foster a culture of belonging and respect, and has publicly stated its committed to anti-racism and equity. As Halloween approaches, I wanted to remind students, families, and staff of the need to be thoughtful and inclusive when selecting a costume to be worn at school. The choice of costume should always be respectful of the diverse cultural and lived experiences of all the members of our school communities. Please consider the two following guidelines when you and/or your child are making the costume … [Read More...] about Message for families: safe and inclusive Halloween

Dear families, As you may have heard, the federal government announced yesterday that Monday, September 19, 2022, will be a national day of mourning to commemorate the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II. Late this afternoon, the provincial government confirmed that B.C. K-12 schools, public post-secondary institutions, and most Crown corporations will also be closed on this day. As a result, Maple Ridge – Pitt Meadows School District schools and school district offices will be CLOSED on Monday, September 19, 2022. Sincerely, Harry DhillonSuperintendent of Schools … [Read More...] about Schools closed Monday, September 19, 2022, for national holiday

Dear families, As most of our schools move into spring break, I want to once again express my deep gratitude to staff, families, and students for rising to the challenges presented by this pandemic. Thanks to the dedication and tenacity of our staff, we were able to keep all schools open during the Omicron wave that followed winter break. I extend my sincere thanks to staff at every level of our organization, and wish all our school communities and families a restful and well-deserved break. If your family is travelling over the break, please remember to review and follow any federal … [Read More...] about March 11, 2022: Letter for families from Superintendent Dhillon