Friday, Feb. 9th<\/sup>, 2024<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong>THIS WEEK<\/strong><\/p>\n We are officially halfway through the school year and there are definitely some hints of spring! There are also signs of kindness and thoughtfulness visible throughout the school. Students are engaging with stories and projects about Black History. Many classes are participating in our fun \u2018door hugging\u2019 activity, where classes decorate each other\u2019s classroom doors with artwork and messages of friendship and appreciation. Students are making plans to share kind words and sweet treats to celebrate Valentine\u2019s Day and plans are underway for our student-driven schoolwide assembly. Busy busy!<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong>NEXT WEEK<\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong>Monday, Feb. 12th<\/sup><\/p>\n 12:00 pm \u2013 2:30 pm: Div. 1 Walking Field Trip – Westview SS, \u2018Charlie and the Chocolate Factory<\/p>\n 3:00 pm: Boys T2 Basketball Game @ Highland Park<\/p>\n 7:00 pm: PAC Meeting<\/p>\n Tuesday, Feb 13th<\/sup><\/p>\n 7:30 am: Boys T1 Basketball Practice<\/p>\n Div. 15 skating<\/p>\n 12:00 pm \u2013 2:30 pm: Div. 12 &14 -Walking Field Trip – Westview SS, \u2018Charlie and the Chocolate Factory\u2019<\/p>\n 2:30 pm-4:00 pm: Coding Program (for those who registered)<\/p>\n 3:00 pm: Girls Basketball Game @ MRE<\/p>\n Wednesday, Feb. 14th<\/sup><\/p>\n 12:00 pm \u2013 2:30 pm: Div. 2, 3, 4, 5, 10, 11 &17 Walking Field Trip – Westview SS, \u2018Charlie and the Chocolate Factory<\/p>\n 3:00 pm: Boys T1 Basketball Game @ MRE<\/p>\n Thursday, Feb. 15th<\/sup><\/p>\n 7:30 am: Boys T2 Basketball Practice<\/p>\n 12:00 pm \u2013 2:20 pm: Div. 1 Swimming<\/p>\n 2:30 pm \u2013 3:30 pm: Girls Basketball Practice<\/p>\n 3:00 pm: Boys T1 Basketball Game @ Hammond Elementary<\/p>\n Friday, Feb. 16th<\/sup><\/p>\n 12:00 pm \u2013 2:30 pm: Div. 6, 7, 8, 15, 16 &19 Walking Field Trip – Westview SS, \u2018Charlie and the Chocolate Factory<\/p>\n 2:30 pm \u2013 4:30 pm: Drama Program (for those who registered)<\/p>\n PACK IN\/PACK OUT<\/strong><\/p>\n This is a great opportunity for students to take care of their school community. We have noticed an increase in litter around the school recently. Please join us in encouraging students to take home their snack and lunch garbage. Thank you for your support!<\/p>\n GRADE 7 QUEBEC TRIP FUNDRAISER<\/strong><\/p>\n Do you like candy and popcorn? Or both? The Grade 7 French students going to Quebec will be fundraising and hosting a candy jar guessing game on Monday, February 5th<\/sup>\u00a0through Friday, February 16th<\/sup>. Students who would like to participate and submit their guesses can do so at lunch. Each guess will cost $1. The student who guesses the right amount will take home the candy on February 16th<\/sup>!<\/p>\n If you have more of a savoury tooth, the Grade 7s will be selling bagged popcorn for $2 during lunch for the next two weeks (excluding Feb 13th<\/sup>). Thank you for supporting the Grade 7 Quebec Fundraiser!<\/p>\n GRADE 7 LEAVING COMMITTEE FUNDRAISING<\/strong><\/p>\n Did you know that you can continue contributing to the Grade 7 Leaving Event by donating your cans and bottles?\u00a0 The Maple Ridge Bottle Depot has an account under the number: 604-467-5551.\u00a0 When you donate just mention you’d like the funds to go to this account.\u00a0 The Grade 7s thank you in advance for helping to make their Leaving Event an awesome day!<\/p>\n 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 must 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!<\/p>\n DIVISION 6 FEBRUARY SOCK DRIVE<\/strong><\/p>\n Division 6 Sock Drive for the Homeless continues through the month of February! We are hoping that the MRE school community will help us deliver a big pile of NEW SOCKS for the Salvation Army to distribute to the needy in our own town. Socks are much needed in this wet and chilly weather. You can bring your donations of new socks into the box in the school foyer, or to Mrs. Haavisto’s classroom. Thank you for your support, and a heartfelt thank you to those who have already donated!<\/p>\n VISITORS <\/strong><\/p>\n A reminder that if you are visiting the school to please come to the office and check-in. We require all visitors and volunteers to wear a \u201cvisitor pass\u201d in order to ensure the security of staff and students.<\/p>\n HEALTH AWARENESS<\/strong><\/p>\n 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,\u00a0COVID-19 symptoms<\/a>) and staying home when sick.<\/p>\n ATTENDANCE<\/strong><\/p>\n 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<\/a>. 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.<\/p>\n PARENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE<\/strong><\/p>\n 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.<\/p>\n Want to get involved, we are always looking for volunteers!\u00a0 Check out opportunities and sign up at\u00a0\u00a0https:\/\/signup.com\/group\/47703560186256400<\/a>\u00a0or reach out to\u00a0pac.mre@gmail.com<\/a>\u00a0anytime!<\/p>\n The next PAC meeting is Monday February 12th<\/sup> 2024, 7 pm in the MRE library.<\/p>\n January MRE PAC Meeting Minutes<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n FEBRUARY 23- SNACK DAY – COBS BREAD<\/p>\n ** Orders due February 15<\/p>\n BINGO NIGHT!<\/strong><\/p>\n We are excited to announce MRE PAC Adult Only BINGO Night! Event Date: March 1, 2024.\u00a0\u00a0Tickets\u00a0now available!<\/p>\n GRAND PRIZE: $500 CASH!<\/strong><\/p>\n Entry tickets include a Full Bingo Card Booklet, a complimentary drink voucher and an entry into the door prize for $30.<\/p>\n ~ One Entry Ticket per person. ~<\/p>\n The evening includes a concession, $5 drinks, 50-50 tickets, fun games and of course BINGO to fill the night!<\/p>\n Space will be limited, so buy your tickets today!<\/p>\n All tickets will be WILL CALL and available for pick up at the on-site registration desk.<\/p>\n Doors Open at 6:00 pm. This event is 19+. Please ensure you bring along Government Issued Photo Identification. Please Plan a Safe Ride Home.<\/p>\n https:\/\/docs.google.com\/…\/1FAIpQLSebMpwBs10…\/viewform…<\/a><\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/wordpress1.blob.core.windows.net\/maple-ridge-elementary\/2024\/02\/Screen-Shot-2024-02-17-at-8.00.54-AM.png\")
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\nEvent: BINGO NIGHT
\nDate: Friday, March 1, 2024
\nLocation: Maple Ridge Elementary School
\nTime: 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm<\/p>\n