Friday Blast – Sept. 27

Friday Blast

Maple Ridge Elementary

Friday, September 27^th, 2024

THIS WEEK

This week’s focus for many classes was Truth and Reconciliation as we approach the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30^th. MRE’s commitment to learning about the truth of residential schools and Indigenous living history was evident as students engaged with storytelling, the creation of personal Land Acknowledgments, Bricks of Belonging and our Friendship Circle. Many students and staff wore orange t-shirts to show their support and understanding. As a school, we continue to work toward reconciliation through art and other cultural activities gifted by educators or community members with ancestry.

NEXT WEEK

Monday, Sept. 30^th

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation – school not in session

Tuesday, Oct. 1^st

Pro D Day – school not in session

Wednesday, Oct. 2^nd

Thursday, Oct. 3^rd

Friday, Oct. 4^th

STUDENT PHOTOS

 

 MORNING ROUTINE 

Your student’s teacher is eager to welcome them at their class’s allocated outside door in the morning. This start to students’ daily routine helps to build relationships and class community. Class line up and entry locations are carefully planned and help keep the front doors and hallways clear during one of our busiest times of day. We kindly request that students refrain from entering the school through the front doors until after 8:30 am. Thank you for your support!

TERRY FOX

Thank-you so much for your generous support of our Terry Fox School Run that took place last Friday. We raised $937 for the Terry Fox Foundation!

GRADE 7 LEAVING COMMITTEE

There will be a Grade 7 Leaving committee meeting in the MRE library before the PAC meeting on Oct. 21^st at 5:30 pm.

DROP OFF

The driveway at the front of the school is open in the morning for student drop off. This is the “kiss n’ go” option. Please pull over to the right (do not exit your vehicle) and allow your student(s) to exit your vehicle. If your student needs more time to say goodbye in the morning, or you need to exit your vehicle for any reason, utilize “neighbourhood parking” option. Please avoid stopping to pick up your student(s) on River Rd. A photo of available local parking is attached for your convenience. Let’s work together to keep our children safe.

PICK UP

The driveway at the front of the school is closed to vehicles at the end of the day to prioritize student safety, except for buses and vehicles with an accessibility decal. Please avoid stopping to pick up your student(s) on River Rd. A photo of available local parking is attached for your convenience. We appreciate your cooperation in ensuring student safety.

 

YOUR GREEN KITCHEN Fundraiser

You can support our school by participating in our “Your Green Kitchen” Fundraiser beginning today.  Your child will be coming home soon with a postcard containing a QR code that you can scan which will take you directly to the ordering site.  Just make sure you enter Maple Ridge Elementary into the school area.

PRO D DAY CAMP

 

AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS

CONSENT FORMS  

A number of consent forms for your student(s) are now on the Parent Portal awaiting your approval. An instruction guide on how to complete consent forms is attached.

For your convenience, copies of these forms are available for your review on the district website at https://www.sd42.ca/consent-forms/. The school district website has a translate tool in the top right menu, which will produce approximate translations in a variety of languages.

If you would like to make a change on any of your consent forms after they have been completed, please contact your child’s school directly to have the form reset.

If you have any questions about the collection of information on these forms, contact privacy@sd42.ca.

Please Note: You will be able to view and print any signed consent forms by selecting them from the “Signed Consent Forms” section. If you wish to adjust a previously submitted consent form, please contact your school office. Once your school office has reset this form, you will find it located in the “Unsigned Consent Forms” section once again. This enables you to resubmit your response for that consent form.

SD42 COMMUNICATION

The school district does not pay medical/dental costs arising from injury sustained by a student while on school grounds or while participating in school activities.  Such costs are the responsibility of the parent or guardian.  If needed, parents or guardians may purchase coverage from organizations that offer student accident programs.  Examples of such vendors include: https://insuremykids.com/ or https://www.studyinsuredstudentaccident.com/

HEALTH AWARENESS

We are continuing to practice Health Awareness this year for everyone entering our school – this includes staff, students, and visitors. Health awareness includes checking regularly for any symptoms of illness (including, but not limited to, COVID-19 symptoms) and staying home when sick.

ATTENDANCE

If you know that your child is going to be late or absent from school, please let us know through either the parent portal, by calling us at 604-467-5551 or by emailing mre_reception@sd42.ca. If you know your child will be absent multiple days in a row you can enter them all at once so that you do not need to update it each day. 

PARENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE

Our next meeting is Monday Oct 21st 6:30pm in the MRE library.  All are welcome!  If childcare is needed please let us know by emailing pac.mre@gmail.com or on our facebook page Maple Ridge Elementary PAC.

The fall Hot Lunch schedule can be found below and is also posted online.  If you haven’t signed up already please see the flyer below or email pac.mre@gmail.com anytime!

ORDER HERE NOW for the below lunch dates:

mre.parentcouncil.net

Friday October 11th – Hot Lunch – Pizza Pizza

Orders due by Thursday Oct 3rd

Thursday October 24th – Snack Day – Booster Juice Smoothies

Orders due by Wednesday Oct 16th

Friday November 8th – Hot Lunch – Sushi

Orders due by Thursday October 31

Friday November 22nd – Snack Day – Cobs Bread

Orders due by Thursday November 14th 

Friday December 6th – Hot Lunch – Subway

Orders due by Thursday November 28th

We are always looking for volunteers. To check out current events please take a look at our sign up page: https://signup.com/go/dgsaFVo

Last but not least …. SAVE THE DATE!  Friday October 18th! 

Our MRE fall dance is happening!

IN OUR COMMUNITY

City of Pitt Meadows Fall Programs

Browse the City of Pitt Meadows Parks, Recreation & Culture Fall Guide for a variety of activities and programs for all age groups! Fall programs run from September through December. Register for fall programs at pittfitandfun.ca.

Low-Cost Activities at Pitt Meadows Family Recreation Centre

Parent & Tot Mini Gym 0-5Y

Looking for an indoor activity? PMFRC offers low-cost Parent & Tot Mini Gym in the gymnasium on Mondays and Wednesdays (10:05-11:45 am) and Saturdays (9-11 am) for only $1 per child.

Value Times at the Fitness Centre

Work out at the fitness centre during our value times. It’s only $1 for youth (13-18Y) and seniors (60Y+) and $2 for adults (19-59Y). Value times are: Tuesday 10-11:30am, Wednesday 8-9pm, Thursday 6-7am and Saturday from 3-6pm.

FREE Family Lounge Drop-In Program

Drop by the Constable Rick O’Brien Youth Lounge with your family! The Youth Lounge will open Sundays, starting September 22, from 3:00pm to 7:00pm for a time of unstructured activities for you and your children. Enjoy a variety of activities including billiards, ping pong, video games, retro arcade and board games. Our Recreation team will be on hand to supervise, but please remember that this is a parent-led program. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times. Older siblings (11Y+) are also welcome, but must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.

FREE Workshops

Emergency Support Services Info Night – Join the Emergency Support Services (ESS) Volunteers and be a beacon of hope in times of crisis! Whether responding to house fires or opening Reception or Group Lodging Centres for larger disasters, our ESS volunteers play a critical role in providing immediate support to those affected by disasters. The Justice Institute of BC provides free comprehensive training, preparing volunteers for various roles such as ESS Management, Registration & Referrals, and even Meet and Greet and Pet Services plus many more. Learn more and become a part of our dedicated ESS team! Register at https://pittfitandfun.ca/copm/public/booking/CourseDetails/13410

Disaster Preparedness Workshops – Take control of your safety and well-being by learning essential disaster preparedness steps. Join us for a unique, in-person Disaster Preparedness Workshop that will empower you and your family to face any challenge that comes your way. You will learn what makes a great Disaster Plan, how to connect with your family when phone lines are down, essential supplies to have in your family and work disaster kits, how to make your home safe and how to prepare for your pets for disaster. Register at https://pittfitandfun.ca/copm/public/booking/CourseDetails/13409

Foundry News

The Foundry provides mental health care, substance use services, physical and sexual health care, youth, and family peer supports, and social services to youth aged 12-24 years of age. It provides drop-in counselling as well as various social events that your child can attend. This is a terrific way to build positive connections with others within the Maple Ridge community.