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 … [Read more...] about Letter from the superintendent: racial inclusivity and Anti-Racism Awareness Week
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 … [Read more...] about Fraser Health COVID-19 School Update – Immunization for 12-17 year olds
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 … [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 … [Read more...] about Health and safety update for families from Superintendent Harry Dhillon
Feb. 3, 2021: Letter for families from Superintendent Harry Dhillon
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 … [Read more...] about Feb. 3, 2021: Letter for families from Superintendent Harry Dhillon