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
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Fraser Health COVID-19 School Update – Immunization for 12-17 year olds
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
SD42 Summer Learning Options 2021
The Maple Ridge – Pitt Meadows School District is offering the following Summer Learning 2021 options: • Elementary - English and French Immersion (Grades K-6).Registration opens on the parent portal at noon, Monday, May 17, 2021. • Grade 7-8 Transition Applied Design, Skills, and Technologies (ADST).Registration opens on the parent portal at noon, Monday, May 17, 2021. • Grade 8-9 Literacy and Numeracy Skill-Building. Registration opens on the Continuing Education website at 8 a.m., Monday, May 17, 2021. • Grade 10-12 Academic Courses Leading to Graduation. … [Read More...] about SD42 Summer Learning Options 2021
Survey: Proposed Preliminary Budget 2021/22
At its April 14, 2021 livestreamed public meeting, the Maple Ridge – Pitt Meadows Board of Education received the Proposed Preliminary Budget 2021/22 for information. The board welcomes your feedback on this proposed budget. To provide your input through our online survey, go to https://letstalksd42.ca/2021-22-budget-process. This survey will be open from April 15, 2021 until noon, April 29, 2021. … [Read More...] about Survey: Proposed Preliminary Budget 2021/22
Health and safety update for families from Superintendent Harry Dhillon
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