Hammond Elementary

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 schools to identify close contacts and to share targeted self-monitor and/or self-isolation notices with the appropriate students and staff, there will no longer be general school-wide exposure notifications to school … [Read More...] about September 13, 2021: Update for families from Fraser Health

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 update you on the health and safety measures that will be in place across all our schools and facilities. … [Read More...] about August 27, 2021: Letter to 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 by students and staff in our school communities. I encourage you to read through our online 2020/21 District Highlights magazine, which captures some of the achievements from this school year. Attached to my message … [Read More...] about Year-end message for families from Superintendent Harry Dhillon

Dear families, The province has proclaimed May 23-29, 2021, as Anti-Racism Awareness Week – a chance for British Columbians to celebrate and learn about B.C.’s diverse culture, reflect on biases, and stand together against racism. In June 2020, former superintendent Sylvia Russell sent a letter to families affirming the district’s commitment to creating fully inclusive learning environments for staff and students. Today, I am writing to provide an update on this important work and to restate our efforts to foster anti-racism and racial inclusivity in the Maple Ridge – … [Read More...] about Letter from the superintendent: racial inclusivity and Anti-Racism Awareness Week

Dear parent/guardian, Please see the below update from Fraser Health regarding immunization eligibility for children aged 12-17. This update advises that Health Canada has approved the use of the Pfizer vaccine for youth aged 12 to 17, and provides information on how families can register their children.   Fraser Health COVID-19 School Update - Immunization for 12-17 year olds Health Canada has approved the use of the Pfizer vaccine for youth aged 12 to 17. British Columbia is expanding the COVID-19 Immunization Plan to include this age group. Youth are excited to protect themselves and … [Read More...] about Fraser Health COVID-19 School Update – Immunization for 12-17 year olds