{"id":4100,"date":"2024-02-18T10:49:16","date_gmt":"2024-02-18T18:49:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/elementary.sd42.ca\/mapleridge\/?p=4100"},"modified":"2024-02-18T10:49:37","modified_gmt":"2024-02-18T18:49:37","slug":"friday-blast-feb-16","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/elementary.sd42.ca\/mapleridge\/friday-blast-feb-16\/","title":{"rendered":"Friday Blast – Feb. 16"},"content":{"rendered":"

Friday Blast<\/p>\n

Maple Ridge Elementary<\/strong><\/p>\n

Friday, Feb. 16th<\/sup>, 2024<\/p>\n

THIS WEEK<\/strong><\/p>\n

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The highlight for many staff and students this week was a visit to Westview Secondary to watch a performance of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. The weather cooperated as several classes, including some big buddies and little buddies, enjoyed the walk to attend this community event. This was a great leadership opportunity for our intermediate students and a chance to practice road safety skills for our primaries.<\/p>\n

NEXT WEEK<\/strong><\/p>\n

Monday, Feb. 19th<\/sup><\/p>\n

Family Day \u2013 School not in session<\/p>\n

Tuesday, Feb. 20th<\/sup><\/p>\n

Pro-D Day \u2013 School not in session for students<\/p>\n

9:30 am \u2013 4:30 pm: Babysitting Course (for those who registered)<\/p>\n

Wednesday, Feb. 21st<\/sup><\/p>\n

7:30 am: Boys T1 Basketball Practice<\/p>\n

3:00 pm: Boys T1 Basketball Game @ Fairview Elementary<\/p>\n

Thursday, Feb. 22nd<\/sup><\/p>\n

Kindness Day \u2013 Wear your pink shirt!<\/p>\n

7:30 am: Boys T2 Basketball Practice<\/p>\n

1:00 pm: School Kindness Assembly<\/p>\n

3:00 pm: Girls Basketball Game @ Glenwood Elementary<\/p>\n

Friday, Feb. 23rd<\/sup><\/p>\n

Div. 10 Skating (AM)<\/p>\n

Cobbs PAC Snack (for those who ordered)<\/p>\n

2:30 pm \u2013 4:30 pm: Drama Program (for registered students)<\/p>\n

PARKING LOT REMINDERS<\/strong><\/p>\n

Drop-off and pick-up are busy times at MRE. Students come and go excitedly and are still learning about road safety.<\/p>\n

In the mornings the drive-thru lane is for quick drop and go only. Please pull your vehicle over to the right so other cars can pass.\u00a0 Do not stop on the crosswalk.\u00a0 Do not leave your vehicle for any reason.\u00a0 If your child requires assistance getting out of the vehicle we encourage you to find parking in one of the areas shown on the map below and walk them to the school.<\/p>\n

In the afternoons the drive-thru lane remains closed to all vehicles except daycare buses and vehicles with handicapped decals. Please find an alternative location to meet your child or park in one of the areas shown on the map below, all of which are within a 5-minute walk to the school.<\/p>\n

Please note that staff parking lots should not be used to pick up and drop off students before or after school. At all times drive very slowly through the parking lot. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work together to keep our students safe.<\/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 would 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

CLASSROOM LINE UP<\/strong><\/p>\n

Morning is a busy time for teachers and office staff preparing for the day ahead.\u00a0 A reminder to parents that students are to line up at their outside door or class meeting location before school and not come in through the office.<\/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

BINGO NIGHT!<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/strong>We are excited to announce MRE PAC Adult Only BINGO Night! Event Date: March 1, 2024.\u00a0\u00a0Tickets\u00a0now available! GRAND PRIZE: $500 CASH!<\/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.
\nEvent: BINGO NIGHT
\nDate: Friday, March 1, 2024
\nLocation: Maple Ridge Elementary School
\nTime: 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm<\/p>\n

This event is 19+. Please ensure you bring along Government Issued Photo Identification. Please Plan a Safe Ride Home.<\/p>\n

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SD42 NEWS<\/strong><\/p>\n

FRENCH IMMERSION PARENTS INVITATION<\/strong><\/p>\n

We are looking to get the\u00a0Canadian Parents for French (CFP) chapter restarted in SD42. An information night has been scheduled on Zoom for\u00a0February 26th @ 7 pm.\u00a0This information night would be open to all parents of French immersion students so please share it out to anyone that wishes to attend. Restarting this chapter would come with some funding available to support the French Immersion students in our district.<\/p>\n

Wheelhouse Program<\/strong><\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

Program highlights include the following:<\/strong><\/p>\n