Jasmine Bala

A Maple Ridge - Pitt Meadows School District student has earned top honours at the provincial Concours d’art oratoire, a French public speaking competition that gives students across Canada a chance to develop confidence and fluency in a second language. Elizabeth Sali, a student at Laity View Elementary, placed first in the Grade 7 early French immersion category at this y … [Read more...] about Laity View student wins gold at provincial French public speaking competition

The library at Laity View Elementary is home to a new mural created by Katzie First Nation artist Rain Pierre in collaboration with students. The vibrant blue and purple mural features a salmon breaching the water, with silhouettes of mountains, birds and trees set against a night sky with a glowing moon and stars. “This work is important to me because it’s making change, … [Read more...] about Laity View Elementary unveils new legacy project mural with Katzie First Nation artist

Walking down Laity View Elementary’s intermediate classes hallway is a learning experience this Truth and Reconciliation week. The bulletin boards lining the walls on either side are full of art, text, and a common theme: Injustices Indigenous communities have faced. “The initial idea came from an intermediate teachers’ meeting that we had,” said Sara Maher, a Grade 6/7 te … [Read more...] about Laity View Elementary transforms hallway into gallery to teach about residential schools