{"id":4064,"date":"2023-12-22T18:43:01","date_gmt":"2023-12-23T02:43:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/elementary.sd42.ca\/mapleridge\/?p=4064"},"modified":"2023-12-22T18:43:01","modified_gmt":"2023-12-23T02:43:01","slug":"friday-blast-dec-22","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/elementary.sd42.ca\/mapleridge\/friday-blast-dec-22\/","title":{"rendered":"Friday Blast &#8211; Dec. 22"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Friday Blast<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Maple Ridge Elementary<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Friday, Dec. 22nd <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, 2023<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">THIS WEEK<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Light Up the Night was a huge success! We want to express our admiration for our students&#8217; courage and musical talent. Children\u2019s songs and smiles are uplifting and reflect what the holiday season is about! We would like to share our appreciation for all the Teachers and Educational Assistants who planned, led, and supported our concert. Lastly, we would like to convey our gratitude to our families who came to watch. We are lucky to have such a great community here at MRE. Wishing everyone a wonderful break!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">NEXT WEEK<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Monday, Jan. 8<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">First Day of Term 2<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Tuesday, Jan. 9<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Wednesday, Jan. 10<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Thursday, Jan. 11<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Friday, Jan. 12<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">PAC Subway Lunch for those who ordered<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS 2024<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>To register go to: schooldistrict42.perfectmind.co<\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">GRADE 7 LEAVING COMMITTEE<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you would like to support our Grade 7 leaving celebration an account is up and running at the Maple Ridge Liquor Store at the corner of 207 and Lougheed. Patrons just have to mention MRE grad, and a portion of your purchase will be donated back to the school and used for the Grade 7 Leaving Event. Thank you!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">HEALTH AWARENESS<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We are continuing to practice Health Awareness this year for everyone entering our school \u2013 this includes staff, students, and visitors. Health awareness includes checking regularly for any symptoms of illness (including, but not limited to,\u202f<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bccdc.ca\/health-info\/diseases-conditions\/covid-19\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">COVID-19 symptoms<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">) and staying home when sick.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ATTENDANCE<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">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 <\/span><a href=\"mailto:mre_reception@sd42.ca\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">mre_reception@sd42.ca<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. 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.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">BEFORE\/AFTER SCHOOL\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A reminder to parents that supervision is not available for students before or after school. Unless your child is participating in an after-school program or team, please make sure you have arrangements for them before and after school.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In January we will be running several after school programs. For registration information, please visit: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sd42.ca\/after-school-programs\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/www.sd42.ca\/after-school-programs\/<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">PARENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Want to know what PAC is up to? Visit our Facebook page Maple Ridge Elementary PAC and subscribe to the PAC calendar for current events and news.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Want to get involved, we are always looking for volunteers!\u202f Check out opportunities and sign up at\u202f\u202f<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/signup.com\/group\/47703560186256400\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/signup.com\/group\/47703560186256400<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202for reach out to\u202f<\/span><a href=\"mailto:pac.mre@gmail.com\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">pac.mre@gmail.com<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202fanytime!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The next PAC meeting is Monday January 15th, 2024, 7pm in the MRE library.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">There will be a Grade 7 Leaving Meeting beforehand at 6 pm. All Grade 7 students and their parent are encouraged to attend.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">JANUARY 12- HOT LUNCH &#8211; SUBWAY<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">** Orders due January 4th<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">JANUARY 26 &#8211; SNACK DAY &#8211; BOOSTER JUICE SMOOTHIES<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">** Orders due January 18<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">FEBRUARY 9 &#8211; HOT LUNCH &#8211; HOT DOG DAY<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">** Orders due February 1<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">FEBRUARY 23- SNACK DAY &#8211; COBS BREAD<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">** Orders due February 15<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">IN OUR COMMUNITY<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">HELPFUL LINKS<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www2.gov.bc.ca\/gov\/content\/health\/managing-your-health\/family\/child-teen-health\/dental-eyeglasses\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Healthy Kids Program<\/span><\/b><\/a><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&#8211; children under the age of 19 years may be eligible for basic dental services.\u202f<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.canada.ca\/en\/revenue-agency\/services\/child-family-benefits\/dental-benefit.html?utm_campaign=hc-sc-dental-23-24&amp;utm_medium=sem&amp;utm_source=ggl&amp;utm_content=ad-text-en&amp;utm_term=canada%20dental%20benefit&amp;adv=2324-413200&amp;id_campaign=19918897599&amp;id_source=149397941404&amp;id_content=653370674044&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMIwbfAuNaEgAMVEx6tBh0ykAWHEAAYASAAEgIyT_D_BwE&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Canada Dental Benefit<\/span><\/b><\/a><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&#8211; children under the age of 12 years who do not have access to a private dental insurance plan.<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentistry.ubc.ca\/treatment\/about\/\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">UBC Dentistry<\/span><\/b><\/a><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f- offers a free dental program for children 12 years and younger.\u202f Please see the attached application form.<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fraserhealth.ca\/health-topics-a-to-z\/children-and-youth\/dental-health-for-children\/affordable-dentistry-options-for-children#.YBH18rqouUl\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Affordable dentistry options for children &#8211; Fraser Health Authority<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Charitable Donations<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202f<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">School District 42 is a registered charitable organization and provides the communities of Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows with an opportunity to fund local school priorities.\u202fIt is structured to support both district-wide and school-based fundraising efforts. Donations of $25 or more received from individuals or organizations other than charitable organizations are eligible to receive an official donation receipt for income tax purposes.\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">As a registered charitable organization, the school district can accept donations towards specific programs and projects; the district cannot accept donations that are directed to specific individuals.\u202f\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202f<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">If you would like to donate, please complete and submit the following form:\u202f<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sd42.ca\/assets\/media\/Donation-Form-Fillable.pdf\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/www.sd42.ca\/assets\/media\/Donation-Form-Fillable.pdf<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Information Nights: Wheelhouse &amp; Late French Immersion<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">I<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">nformation nights are coming up for the following district programs. Registration for both programs opens on the Parent Portal at noon on <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Wednesday, February 14, 2024<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">. For additional information about these programs and about the registration process, visit <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sd42.ca\/student-registration\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/www.sd42.ca\/student-registration\/<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559685&quot;:-20,&quot;335559737&quot;:-20}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Wheelhouse Online Information Nights:<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Thursday, January 25, 2024 (7 p.m.)<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">Preregistration required: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/WH-Info24-1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/bit.ly\/WH-Info24-1<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Monday, January 29, 2024 (7 p.m.)<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">Preregistration required: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/WH-Info24-2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/bit.ly\/WH-Info24-2<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Wheelhouse Program<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The Wheelhouse is a supportive and nurturing classroom for Grade 6 and 7 students. The program fosters a caring classroom community that helps students develop independence, leadership skills, and a community-focused mindset. In this enriching environment, students not only ignite their passion for learning but also strengthen these foundational qualities.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559685&quot;:-20,&quot;335559737&quot;:-20}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Program highlights include the following:<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Weekly field study days during which students learn outside the regular class setting;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">A classroom of care and discovery that is well supported by staff, parents, and community mentors;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Leadership activities that improve confidence, citizenship, and social responsibility;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">A strong focus on building individual skills to be successful learners.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559685&quot;:-20,&quot;335559737&quot;:-20}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">For more information, including a more in-depth look at the program, dates and times for student interviews, and details on how to become a Wheelhouse student, please visit The Wheelhouse online at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/wheelhouse.sd42.ca\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/wheelhouse.sd42.ca\/<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559685&quot;:-20,&quot;335559737&quot;:-20}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Registration\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Registration for The Wheelhouse opens online at <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">noon,<\/span><\/b> <b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Wednesday, February 14, 2024<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">. Registration will be via the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/parents.sd42.ca\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Parent Portal<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">. Please ensure you have created a Parent Portal account and have familiarized yourself with the platform well in advance of the registration date and time. To learn more about creating a Parent Portal account, please visit: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/parents.sd42.ca\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/parents.sd42.ca<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559685&quot;:-20,&quot;335559737&quot;:-20}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">The program runs out of Alouette Elementary (22155 Isaac Crescent, Maple Ridge).\u00a0<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Late French Immersion Online Information Night:<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Tuesday, January 23, 2024 (7 p.m.)<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">Preregistration required: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bitly.ws\/36uFd\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/bitly.ws\/36uFd<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Late French Immersion<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The SD42 Late French Immersion program is an excellent opportunity for students who want to learn French as another language and are looking for a challenge. Students learn French while learning all subject areas of the curriculum. Students who are currently in Grade 5 are eligible to begin Late French Immersion in September 2024, at Golden Ears Elementary. This two-year elementary program continues at Maple Ridge Secondary School until Grade 12, when students can graduate with a dual Dogwood.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559685&quot;:-20,&quot;335559737&quot;:-20}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559685&quot;:-20,&quot;335559737&quot;:-20}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">To learn more about our French Immersion program, watch our French Immersion informational video: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/m-K1X3kA6Lo\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/youtu.be\/m-K1X3kA6Lo<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559685&quot;:-20,&quot;335559737&quot;:-20}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">For additional information, please contact Laura Brandon, Principal of \u00c9cole Golden Ears Elementary at <\/span><a href=\"mailto:Laura_Brandon@sd42.ca\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Laura_Brandon@sd42.ca<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> or Jennifer Simon, Principal and Coordinator of French Programs at <\/span><a href=\"mailto:Jennifer_Simon@sd42.ca\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Jennifer_Simon@sd42.ca<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559685&quot;:-20,&quot;335559737&quot;:-20}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Registration\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Registration for Late French Immersion opens online at <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">noon,<\/span><\/b> <b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Wednesday, February 14, 2024<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">, and closes at <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">11:59 p.m. on February 23, 2024<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">. Registration will be via the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/parents.sd42.ca\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Parent Portal<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">. Please ensure you have created a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/parents.sd42.ca\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Parent Portal<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> account and have familiarized yourself with the platform well in advance of the registration date and time. To learn more about creating a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/parents.sd42.ca\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Parent Portal<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> account, please visit: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/parents.sd42.ca\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/parents.sd42.ca<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559685&quot;:-20,&quot;335559737&quot;:-20}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">The Late French Immersion program runs out of Golden Ears Elementary (23124 118 Avenue, Maple Ridge).<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Education Assistant Program at Ridge Meadows College<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you or someone you know may be interested in a career working with children and youth with diverse abilities, Ridge Meadows College (operated by SD42) still has seats available for the January cohort of its Education Assistant (EA) program.\u202fCourses take place Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday evenings and occasionally during the day on Saturdays. If you would like to learn more about the program, you can visit the website at\u202f<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/rmcollege.sd42.ca\/program\/education-assistant\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/rmcollege.sd42.ca\/program\/education-assistant\/<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. The demand for this job is high as the province faces a shortage of EAs and virtually all graduates of the program move on to work in school districts across B.C., including Maple Ridge \u2013 Pitt Meadows SD42.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">New District Community Supports Page\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The district has published a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sd42.ca\/community-supports\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">new page on its website<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> underneath the \u201cParents\u201d tab that lists a directory of community-based food security and other resources for families in Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows. Christmas supports offered in the community this year are also listed on this page, with registration information: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sd42.ca\/community-supports\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/www.sd42.ca\/community-supports\/<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">FOUNDRY NEWS<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Foundry provides\u202fmental health care, substance use services, physical and sexual health care, youth, and family peer supports, and social services\u202fto 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<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-4065\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress1.blob.core.windows.net\/maple-ridge-elementary\/2023\/12\/B7B70E37-2542-4455-B166-1BE316FCBEE6_1_201_a.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"240\" height=\"398\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Friday Blast\u00a0 Maple Ridge Elementary\u00a0 Friday, Dec. 22nd , 2023\u00a0 \u00a0THIS WEEK\u00a0 Light Up the Night was a huge success! 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