Health and safety update for families from Superintendent Harry Dhillon

February 24, 2021

Dear families, I am writing today to share with you a summary of the revisions to the Provincial COVID-19 Health & Safety Guidelines for K-12 Settings announced by the Ministry of Education earlier this month. Key updates include: changes to the daily health check; strengthened guidelines for physical education and music classes; modifications to mask guidelines as shared with you in my February 4, 2021, letter; improved protocols on staff interactions and shared spaces; additional guidance on crowding and gathering, and close face-to-face contact. At the end of this document I have also … [Read More...] about Health and safety update for families from Superintendent Harry Dhillon

Feb. 3, 2021: Letter for families from Superintendent Harry Dhillon

February 4, 2021

Dear families, This morning Minister of Education Jennifer Whiteside announced updates to the Provincial COVID-19 Health & Safety Guidelines for K-12 School Settings. The updated document is available on the Ministry of Education website with a summary of key changes highlighted in yellow. The modifications include changes to mask guidelines in schools, which are outlined below. STUDENTS: Secondary schools At the secondary level, there is now a requirement for students to wear a mask in schools, both within and outside of their learning group, except when: sitting in (or standing at) … [Read More...] about Feb. 3, 2021: Letter for families from Superintendent Harry Dhillon

Six-year graduation rate continues to climb in Maple Ridge — Pitt Meadows school district

January 28, 2021

Graduation rates continue to soar in Maple Ridge — Pitt Meadows School District No. 42, exceeding the provincial average and reaching the highest levels in close to a decade. B.C. Ministry of Education data shows the percentage of resident students that completed Grade 12 within six years of enrolling in Grade 8 reached 93.2% in 2019-20. The rate is an increase over the 92.3% seen the previous school year and is higher than the provincial average of 89.6%. “The numbers show a steady improvement across all areas of SD42,” said Board Chair Korleen Carreras. “They are … [Read More...] about Six-year graduation rate continues to climb in Maple Ridge — Pitt Meadows school district

Fraser Health COVID-19 School Update

January 22, 2021

Keep our schools safe for staff and students As COVID-19 continues to be a concern, we know many of you have questions about the safety of our schools. It’s important to remember that COVID-19 in schools is a direct reflection of the number of cases in the wider community. Fraser Health has been supporting schools to manage COVID-19 exposures and is grateful for the commitment schools have made to reduce the risk of COVID-19 by following health and safety plans. While COVID-19 has been challenging for all, educators and families have shown resilience and adaptability. Together, we can e … [Read More...] about Fraser Health COVID-19 School Update

Information Nights: Wheelhouse, CyberSchool, Late French Immersion

January 4, 2021

Online information nights are coming up for the following district programs: WHEELHOUSE Online Information Nights: Thursday, January 14, 2021 (6 p.m.) Preregistration required: https://bit.ly/3pFeyW8 Tuesday, January 26, 2021 (6 p.m.)Preregistration required: https://bit.ly/3hvXYoJ The Wheelhouse is a classroom where students are both challenged and supported in becoming life-long learners and responsible citizens. Some of the highlights of the program include: Weekly Field Study Days where students learn outside the regular class setting; A classroom of care and discovery that … [Read More...] about Information Nights: Wheelhouse, CyberSchool, Late French Immersion

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