Friday Blast<\/p>\n
Maple Ridge Elementa<\/strong>ry<\/strong><\/p>\n Friday, May 27th<\/sup>, 2022<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n BIKE TO SCHOOL WEEK <\/strong><\/p>\n BC\u2019s Bike to School Week will be taking place next week, from May 30-June 3.\u00a0 This was a huge success last year where the number of participants was tracked each day.\u00a0Students can bike, walk, scoot, or use any other active means of transportation! Please consider participating.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n FRENCH BOOK FAIR<\/strong><\/p>\n The PAC is sponsoring our first \u201cin person\u201d French<\/strong> Book Fair on May 30 & 31.\u00a0Although the emphasis will be on French books, there will also be a small English section. Classes will visit the Book Fair during the daytime and parents are able to visit the Book Fair after school each day until 3:00 p.m.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Parent volunteers are still needed for this event.\u00a0 If you are interested in helping out, please go to: https:\/\/signup.com\/group\/47703560186256400<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n CARNIVAL DAY<\/strong><\/p>\n MRE is excited to be hosting this year\u2019s Carnival! The Carnival will be taking place on June 15th<\/sup> and all students will receive a complimentary hotdog lunch provided by the PAC. To select your child\u2019s preferences for their lunch, please visit munchalunch.com<\/p>\n <\/p>\n There will also be a concession open to students, however there will be NO cash sales.\u00a0 All concession orders must be placed in advance on munch-a-lunch, or with the paper order forms which were sent home earlier this week.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Parents are welcome to attend, and parent volunteers are still needed! To volunteer, please sin up using the PACs sign-up website: https:\/\/signup.com\/group\/47703560186256400<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n We look forward to having a fun-filled day together!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n PMSS BASKETBALL CAMP<\/strong><\/p>\n Want to learn basketball skills? Have fun? Make new friends? Pitt Meadows Secondary School is offering a FREE <\/strong>boys and girls camp. There will be 2 groups: 1 group run by PMSS boys\u2019 basketball players for boys, and 1 group run by PMSS girls\u2019 basketball players for girls. It is open to students in Grades 5, 6, and 7.<\/p>\n When: 3 sessions – Monday June 6 from 4-5:30 pm, Monday June 13 from 4-5:30 pm, and Monday June 20 from 4-5:30 pm <\/strong><\/p>\n Where: Pitt Meadows Secondary School<\/strong>. Gym entrance.<\/p>\n To register, please email: For boys, please email head boys basketball coach Mr. Bruno Chu at bchu@sd42.ca <\/strong><\/p>\n For girls, please email head girls basketball coach Mr. Jason Boyes at jason_boyes@hotmail.com <\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n CLASS PLACEMENTS<\/strong><\/p>\n We are beginning to create our classes for next year.\u00a0Please be assured that staff devote considerable time, care, and attention to this process.\u00a0This very complex and lengthy responsibility occurs over several weeks and continues into September when class placements are finalized.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Throughout the year, there have been many opportunities for parents and teachers to discuss each child. Staff work together to consider the following criteria very carefully:\u00a0\u00a0social emotional skills and relationships, as well as learning styles, strengths, and needs.\u00a0Our goal is to create safe and engaging inclusive classrooms that balance these factors, as equitably as possible.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n If you feel there is further information to consider about your child, you may submit input to the principal (<\/u>Barbara_mackinnon@sd42.ca<\/a>) <\/u>by May 31st, 2022.\u00a0Please refrain from requesting specific teachers or peers by name.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n YEARBOOK<\/strong><\/p>\n The MRE School Yearbook is a great way to commemorate your child\u2019s school year. If you would like to purchase a 2021-2022 School Yearbook for your child please visit: https:\/\/store.plicbooks.ca\/projects\/44752e3a-9ac7-4b71-aece-1c414c6e16c8<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n The deadline to place your order is Tuesday May 31st<\/sup>. <\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Grade 7 students do NOT need to purchase a yearbook as the PAC will be providing one for them free of charge.<\/p>\n HOMESTAY FAMILIES NEEDED<\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n GRADE 7 LEAVING <\/strong><\/p>\n All Grade 7 Families – Please send Mrs. Halfnights (kelly_halfnights@sd42.ca<\/a>) a baby photo AND a Kindergarten photo which will be included in the year end slide show at the leaving ceremony.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n HEALTH AWARENESS<\/strong><\/p>\n Having an awareness of one\u2019s health reduces the likelihood of a person with a communicable disease coming to school when they are infectious. This includes a person checking regularly that they (or their child) are not experiencing symptoms of illness (including but not limited to COVID-19 symptoms) to ensure they are not coming to school when they are sick.\u00a0 In a nutshell, please have students stay home when they are ill, and return when they can fully participate in school activities.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n SUN SENSE<\/strong><\/p>\n So far, the two tips we have shared have been Seek Shade, Slip on Clothing, Slap on a Wide Brim Hat <\/strong>and Slop on SPF 30 or higher. <\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n MESSAGE FROM THE LIBRARY<\/strong><\/p>\n Dear Parents,<\/p>\n It\u2019s hard to believe that we are nearing the end of the school year. Over the next few weeks, the MRE library will be collecting all outstanding overdue books and sending out charges for books which have been lost. All student books on loan are due back to the Library by June 6th. After this date they will be considered late, and an overdue notice\/bill will be sent home. If you could take a few minutes to check under your child\u2019s bed, bookshelves, closets etc., for stray library books, it would be greatly appreciated.<\/p>\n It has been a pleasure working with your children and connecting them with great literature throughout the year. Have a wonderful summer and spend some time with a good book!<\/p>\n -Mr. Bisset<\/p>\n PITT MEADOWS SUMMER PROGRAMS<\/strong><\/p>\n The Pitt Meadows summer program guide is now available. Browse the City of Pitt Meadows Parks, Recreation & Culture Guide for a variety of activities and programs for all age groups! Registration for summer programs opens on May 31 at 8 am. Visit\u00a0www.pittmeadows.ca\/programguide<\/a>.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Youth Lounge at Pitt Meadows Family Recreation Centre!<\/em><\/p>\n This safe place is for youth ages 11-18 years old. For an annual membership of $10, youth members can access the Youth lounge and enjoy activities such as billiards, foosball, table tennis, PlayStation pods, and special events. For details visit\u00a0www.pittmeadows.ca\/youth<\/a>.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Pitt Meadows Park Playboxes<\/em><\/p>\n Live 5-2-1-0 Playboxes<\/a>\u00a0provide unlimited access for families to get outdoors and engage in active play. Everyone is able to access the box and it is\u00a0FREE<\/strong>. The Playboxes are stocked with sports equipment, interactive play equipment and a manual of active game ideas to help guide family play and connection.<\/p>\n Pitt Meadows has two Live 5-2-1-0 Playboxes available located at Pitt Meadows Athletic Park by the playground and at Waterfront Commons Park in Osprey Village beside the path to the river. Playboxes have been filled and are ready to go, all you have to do is open the box and have fun with your family and friends. Remember to put the equipment back in the box once you are finished!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Parent & Child Playtime at the Pitt Meadows Family Recreation Centre<\/em><\/p>\n Looking for an indoor activity? The PMFRC offers low cost\u00a0Parent & Child Playtime<\/a>\u00a0on Monday and Wednesdays (10-11:30 am) and Saturdays (9-11 am) for $1 per child.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Harris Spray Park – FREE<\/em><\/p>\n Season runs from June to September 9 am to 8 pm, weather permitting. Visit\u00a0www.pittmeadows.ca\/spraypark<\/a>for more details.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Harris Road Outdoor Pool<\/em><\/p>\n Season is open from July 1 to September 2. Visit\u00a0www.pittmeadows.ca\/pool<\/a>\u00a0for details.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Upcoming Pitt Meadows FREE Family Events<\/em><\/p>\n The City of Pitt Meadows proudly hosts several signature and community events throughout the year. Upcoming events include\u00a0Pitt Meadows Day<\/a>\u00a0on June 4, the\u00a0Pride Concert<\/a>\u00a0on June 16,\u00a0Canada Day<\/a>\u00a0on July 1, as well as the\u00a0Summer Serenade Concert Series<\/a>\u00a0starting in July.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n LOST AND FOUND<\/strong><\/p>\n The Lost and Found has been at the front of the school all week.\u00a0 As a result, many missing items were retrieved by their owners.\u00a0 Be sure to write your child\u2019s name inside their jackets, shoes and other important items.\u00a0 This makes it easier to return to them if found!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n UPCOMING DATES<\/strong><\/p>\n Monday May 30 ~ <\/strong>French Book Fair<\/p>\n Bike to School Week Begins<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Tuesday May 31 ~ <\/strong>French Book Fair<\/p>\n Yearbook Order Deadline<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Thursday June 2 ~ <\/strong>Hot Lunch<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Wednesday June 15 ~ <\/strong>Carnival \/ Hot Dog Day<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Monday June 20 ~ <\/strong>Gr. 7 Leaving Event \/ Activities<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Thursday June 23 ~ <\/strong>Last Day of School for Students<\/p>\n <\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n MESSAGES FROM OUR PAC<\/strong><\/p>\n The PAC has been working hard to organize our information so that it is easily accessible for all families. Please have a look at our\u00a0quick reference guide<\/a>\u00a0for links to all PAC related information, including our FB Group (Maple Ridge Elementary PAC), our Google Drive and volunteer signup links.\u00a0We love to hear from all families.\u00a0\u00a0If you have any questions, comments or feedback please email our executives at\u00a0pac.mre@gmail.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n All parents and guardians are welcome.\u00a0 We look forward to seeing you there!<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n <\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong>Current Fundraisers<\/strong><\/p>\n Fundraisers are a great way to support our school.<\/p>\n We have several ongoing fundraisers taking place at Maple Ridge Elementary.<\/p>\n See the list below:<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Save On Foods Receipts<\/strong><\/p>\n We are once again collecting Save-On-Foods receipts.\u00a0 Students can use the drop-off box near the office. After we have collected a certain number of receipts Save On Foods provides our school with gift cards.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Maple Ridge Liquor Store <\/strong><\/p>\n Did you know that when you make a purchase at the Maple Ridge Liquor Store and mention MRE when you are checking out, they will make a 5% donation to our school?<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Friday Blast Maple Ridge Elementary Friday, May 27th, 2022 BIKE TO SCHOOL WEEK BC\u2019s Bike to School Week will be taking place next week, from May 30-June 3.\u00a0 […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":12,"featured_media":2947,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_genesis_hide_title":false,"_genesis_hide_breadcrumbs":false,"_genesis_hide_singular_image":false,"_genesis_hide_footer_widgets":false,"_genesis_custom_body_class":"","_genesis_custom_post_class":"","_genesis_layout":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-3033","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-news","entry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/elementary.sd42.ca\/mapleridge\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3033","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/elementary.sd42.ca\/mapleridge\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/elementary.sd42.ca\/mapleridge\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/elementary.sd42.ca\/mapleridge\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/12"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/elementary.sd42.ca\/mapleridge\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3033"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/elementary.sd42.ca\/mapleridge\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3033\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":3040,"href":"https:\/\/elementary.sd42.ca\/mapleridge\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3033\/revisions\/3040"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/elementary.sd42.ca\/mapleridge\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2947"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/elementary.sd42.ca\/mapleridge\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3033"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/elementary.sd42.ca\/mapleridge\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3033"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/elementary.sd42.ca\/mapleridge\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3033"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}\n
\n– your son or daughter\u2019s name & parent name
\n– parent email
\n– parent cell phone contact<\/p>\n\n\n
\n Our next PAC Meeting will be in September. <\/strong><\/p>\n