{"id":4152,"date":"2024-05-11T08:13:39","date_gmt":"2024-05-11T15:13:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/elementary.sd42.ca\/mapleridge\/?p=4152"},"modified":"2024-05-11T08:13:39","modified_gmt":"2024-05-11T15:13:39","slug":"friday-blast-may-10","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/elementary.sd42.ca\/mapleridge\/friday-blast-may-10\/","title":{"rendered":"Friday Blast – May 10"},"content":{"rendered":"

Friday Blast<\/p>\n

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

Friday, May 10th<\/sup>, 2024<\/p>\n

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

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This week each class engaged with Body Science presentations. These were important interactive experiences for all our learners. The students\u2019 respectful listening and thoughtful questions highlight MRE\u2019s sense of community and curiosity.<\/p>\n

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

Monday, May 13th<\/sup><\/p>\n

6:00 pm: Gr. 7 Parent & Student Planning Meeting<\/p>\n

7:00 pm: PAC Meeting<\/p>\n

MRE Track & Field<\/p>\n

Tuesday, May 14th<\/sup><\/p>\n

11:00 am: Dismissal for all Kindergarten students<\/p>\n

MRE Track & Field\u00a0<\/sup><\/p>\n

Wednesday, May 15th<\/sup><\/p>\n

Pro D Day \u2013 Students do not attend\u00a0<\/sup><\/p>\n

Thursday, May 16th<\/sup><\/p>\n

MRE Track & Field<\/p>\n

Friday, May 17th<\/sup><\/p>\n

9:30 am \u2013 12:30 pm: Wild Play \u2013 Div. 17 & 18<\/p>\n

MRE Track & Field<\/p>\n

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YEARBOOKS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Yearbook purchasing for the 2023-2024 year is now open until Friday, May 24th. Each yearbook costs $18. Grade 7 students do not need to purchase their yearbook as PAC will be paying on their behalf as a grade 7 finishing gift.\u00a0Follow the link to purchase your yearbook! https:\/\/plicbooks.ca\/go\/P7U2XK<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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GOOD NEIGHBOURS<\/strong><\/p>\n

As we continue to foster a warm and welcoming community, it is important to reflect on the values that make our neighbourhood a wonderful place. Respecting our neighbours and their property goes a long way in creating a harmonious and safe environment for everyone. Here are a few reminders of how we can all contribute to being respectful members of our community:<\/p>\n

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  1. Keep shared space clean: from sidewalks to neighbours\u2019 front yards, to parks, let\u2019s make an effort to keep shared spaces clean and tidy. Dispose of your trash and pick up after your pets.<\/li>\n
  2. Respect private property: it is important to respect the boundaries of private property. Please avoid going into neighbours\u2019 yards without permission and refrain from parking in front of driveways or blocking access to garages.<\/li>\n
  3. Communicate with kindness: if there are any concerns or issues within the neighbourhood, communication is key. Approach discussions with kindness and understanding.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Remember, at MRE kindness and respect matter every day.<\/p>\n

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    SUMMER LEARNING<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Summer Learning registration is open until May 9.\u00a0 Here is the link to information and course options (including elementary French and English, grade 7 to 8 transition ADST and Fine Arts, Literacy\/Numeracy 8 and 9, English First Peoples 11 and 12, BC First Peoples 12, English Language Development 10 and 11, Culinary Arts 10 \u2013 12, French 10 \u2013 12 and more!):<\/p>\n

    https:\/\/www.sd42.ca\/program\/summer-learning\/<\/a><\/p>\n

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    CLASS PLACEMENTS \u2013 NEXT YEAR (Sept. 2024)\u00a0\u00a0<\/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

    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,\u00a0as well as\u00a0learning styles, strengths and needs.\u00a0Our goal is to create safe and engaging inclusive classrooms that balance these factors, as equitably as possible.<\/p>\n

    If you feel there is further information to consider about your child, you may submit input to the principal in writing by May 31, 2023. Please refrain from requesting specific teachers or peers by name. You can email:\u00a0chelsea_lendvoy@sd42.ca<\/a><\/p>\n

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    YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS FAIR<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Mrs. Pajak\u2019s and Mme Sweetnam\u2019s classes would like to extend a huge thank you to the MRE community for supporting our Young Entrepreneur Fair last week. With your help we were able to raise a total of $330.50 that will be donated to Katie\u2019s Place animal shelter. Thank you to the parents, staff and students who made this event a success.<\/p>\n

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    READY SET K!<\/strong><\/p>\n

    PLEASE NOTE \u2013 CURRENT KINDERGARTEN STUDENTS WILL BE DISMISSED AT 11:00 AM<\/u> ON MAY 14TH<\/sup> <\/strong><\/p>\n

    We are hosting our school\u2019s Ready, Set, K! Event at MRE on May 14th<\/sup>. Welcoming next year\u2019s Kindergarten students is an exciting time.<\/p>\n

    Current Kindergarten students will be dismissed at 11:00 am on this day.\u00a0 Please make arrangements for your child to be picked up early.\u00a0 If you have questions, feel free to reach out to Mme Lendvoy:\u00a0chelsea_lendvoy@sd42.ca<\/a>\u00a0or your child\u2019s teacher.<\/p>\n

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    BAND<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    Please contact your student\u2019s teacher for more information and a registration form.<\/p>\n

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    GRADE 7 LEAVING COMMITTEE FUNDRAISING<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    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

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    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

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    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

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    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

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    PARENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE<\/strong><\/p>\n

    The\u00a0next PAC meeting is Monday, May 13th<\/sup> in the library at 7:00 pm.<\/p>\n

    There will be a Grade 7 Leaving Event meeting at 6:00 pm in the library beforehand.\u00a0 All Grade 7 students and their parents are invited to join.<\/p>\n

    MRE is participating in the rotary club duck race this year and will be selling tickets.\u00a0 If you are interested in purchasing please contact\u00a0pac.mre@gmail.com<\/a>\u00a0for now and stay tuned for other ways to buy!<\/p>\n

    Carnival planning is underway and we need lots of volunteers.<\/p>\n

    Save the date, Friday, June 21st and sign up to help at\u00a0https:\/\/signup.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n

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    Used Book Fair<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Back by popular demand, we will be hosting another used book fair before the end of school. Stay tuned for more info but if you have any children\u2019s books you would like to donate there is a bin outside the office.<\/p>\n

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    SANTA MALL<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Santa Mall 2024 is looking for new and gently used items. The donation bin is located by the office. Thank you!<\/p>\n

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

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    SD42 Accessibility Survey<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    Maple Ridge \u2013 Pitt Meadows School District No. 42 is inviting feedback from students, staff, and families on accessibility barriers in the district. These barriers can range from access to a school program, building, or school information, to the ability to receive a needed service or support. (Click here<\/a>\u00a0for a list of other potential barrier types.)<\/p>\n

    The responses received will be reviewed by the SD42 Accessibility Advisory Committee for consideration. Feedback will help inform planning and decision-making aimed at improving accessibility in the district.<\/p>\n

    Provide feedback at\u00a0https:\/\/www.surveymonkey.com\/r\/SD42access<\/a><\/p>\n

    Learn more about the district\u2019s 2023 Accessibility Plan:\u00a0https:\/\/www.sd42.ca\/accessibility\/<\/a><\/p>\n

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    IN OUR COMMUNITY<\/strong><\/p>\n

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

    The Foundry provides\u00a0mental health care, substance use services, physical and sexual health care, youth, and family peer supports, and social services\u00a0to 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.<\/p>\n

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