{"id":4641,"date":"2025-11-23T07:05:39","date_gmt":"2025-11-23T15:05:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/elementary.sd42.ca\/mapleridge\/?p=4641"},"modified":"2025-11-23T07:05:39","modified_gmt":"2025-11-23T15:05:39","slug":"friday-blast-nov-21","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/elementary.sd42.ca\/mapleridge\/friday-blast-nov-21\/","title":{"rendered":"Friday Blast &#8211; Nov. 21"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Friday Blast<\/p>\n<p><strong>Maple Ridge Elementary<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Friday, Nov. 21<sup>st<\/sup>, 2025<\/p>\n<p><strong> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4642\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress1.blob.core.windows.net\/maple-ridge-elementary\/2025\/11\/Screenshot-2025-11-23-at-6.59.22-AM.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"342\" height=\"402\" \/><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>THIS WEEK<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Our neighbourhood RCMP visited the school to talk about bullying. Students were able to share their experiences and learn strategies on how to be a good friend and member of our school and wider communities.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>NEXT WEEK<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Monday, Nov. 24<sup>th<\/sup><\/p>\n<p>Kindergarten Dental Screening<\/p>\n<p>2:20 pm \u2013 4:30 pm: Afterschool program: Drama (for registered students)<\/p>\n<p>Tuesday, Nov. 25<sup>th<\/sup><\/p>\n<p>Afterschool program: Yoga (for registered students)<\/p>\n<p>Wednesday, Nov. 26<sup>th<\/sup><\/p>\n<p>2:20 pm &#8211; 3:30 pm &#8211; Afterschool program: Tae Kwon Do (for registered students)<\/p>\n<p>Thursday, Nov. 27<sup>th<\/sup><\/p>\n<p>2:20 pm \u2013 4:00 pm Afterschool program: Art (for registered students)<\/p>\n<p>Friday, Nov. 28<sup>th<\/sup> <sup>\u00a0<\/sup><\/p>\n<p>2:20 pm &#8211; 3:45 pm &#8211; Afterschool program: Coding (for registered students)<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>MARK YOUR CALENDARS<\/strong><\/p>\n<table width=\"800\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"800\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Dec. 4<sup>th<\/sup>: Student Led Conference \u2013 11:30 am dismissal<\/p>\n<p>Dec. 5<sup>th<\/sup>: Student Led Conferences \u2013 school not in session<\/p>\n<p>Dec. 8<sup>th<\/sup>: Gr. 6 Immunizations<\/p>\n<p>Dec. 8<sup>th<\/sup> &amp; 9<sup>th<\/sup>: Santa Mall<\/p>\n<p>Dec. 16<sup>th<\/sup>: Winter Concert (AM &amp; PM)<\/p>\n<p>Dec. 19<sup>th<\/sup>: Last Day Before Winter Break!<\/p>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-4643\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress1.blob.core.windows.net\/maple-ridge-elementary\/2025\/11\/Screenshot-2025-11-23-at-7.01.32-AM.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"331\" height=\"456\" \/>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>WINTER CONCERT \u2013 TUESDAY, DECEMBER 16<sup>th<\/sup> <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>We are excited to welcome families to our Winter Concert on Tuesday, December 16th, with performances at 9:00 AM\u00a0and 1:00 PM.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Arrival &amp; Seating<\/strong><br \/>\nPlease wait outside in line\u00a0upon arrival. We will open the doors once we are ready to seat guests. We appreciate your patience and cooperation.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Front Row Auction<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Would you like a front row seat? We will be auctioning four pairs of front-row seats\u00a0for each performance\u00a0through an online auction. The online auction will close at midnight on December 6th. Winners will be contacted with instructions on payment and how to pick up their tickets.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udc49 Bid here:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.32auctions.com\/winterconcert\"><em>https:\/\/www.32auctions.com\/winterconcert<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Notes<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Donations\u00a0will be gratefully accepted at the door.<\/li>\n<li>No food or drinks permitted\u00a0inside the building. There will be no concession\u00a0on site.<\/li>\n<li>Please plan to attend only one performance to ensure there is space for everyone.<\/li>\n<li>Please plan to stay for the entire performance\u00a0to support all students.<\/li>\n<li>Video recording is permitted only for your own child. We ask that you please be respectful of other families.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>We look forward to celebrating the season together! \u2744\ufe0f\ud83c\udfb6<\/p>\n<table width=\"800\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"800\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>\ud83c\udf84<span style=\"font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit;\">\u00a0<strong>REGISTER NOW FOR CHRISTMAS HAMPER SUPPORT \u2013 SPACES LIMITED<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit;\">Dear Families,<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit;\">As the holiday season approaches, we want to share some important news: registration is now open for community Christmas hampers through two local programs:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit;\">Salvation Army Ridge Meadows Christmas Village \u2014 Ridgemeadowssa.ca\/christmasvillage<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit;\">ridgemeadowssa.ca<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit;\">Maple Ridge \u2013 Pitt Meadows Christmas Hamper Society \u2014 Mrpmchristmashamper.org\/register<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit;\">If your family is in need of support this Christmas\u2014whether for a festive meal or gifts for your children\u2014we strongly encourage you to apply as soon as possible. These programs have limited capacity, and spots tend to fill up quickly.<\/span><span style=\"font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>ridgemeadowssa.ca<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit;\">Key Details:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit;\">The Christmas Hamper Society offers a grocery gift card for a traditional Christmas dinner, plus gifts for children under 17.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit;\">Once approved, families will be assigned a time to \u201cshop\u201d for toys at their Toy Barn or via their Good Neighbour Program.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit;\">mrpmchristmashamper.org. The means test and proof of income are required as part of the application process.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mrpmchristmashamper.org\/\" data-linkindex=\"0\">https:\/\/www.mrpmchristmashamper.org\/<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit;\">For the Salvation Army Christmas Village, registration opens on Tuesday, November 18 at 12:00 pm.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ridgemeadowssa.ca\/christmasvillage\/\" data-linkindex=\"1\">https:\/\/ridgemeadowssa.ca\/christmasvillage\/<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit;\">How to Apply:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit;\">Visit the links above to complete the online application.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit;\">Make sure all parts of your application are filled out clearly \u2014 incomplete forms may delay processing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit;\">Keep an eye on your email \/ phone: volunteers may need to follow up for additional information or documentation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit;\">If you have any questions or need help with your application, please don\u2019t hesitate to reach out:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit;\">Maple Ridge \u2013 Pitt Meadows Christmas Hamper Society<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit;\">Call: (604) 463-6922 or Email: admin@mrpmchristmashamper.org<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit;\">mrpmchristmashamper.org<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit;\">Salvation Army Ridge Meadows Ministries<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit;\">Contact: Corina Ardelean, Community &amp; Family Services Coordinator \u2013 (604) 463-8296 ext. 112<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit;\">ridgemeadowssa.ca<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit;\">We\u2019re here to support you \u2014 please apply early to ensure your family doesn\u2019t miss out.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit;\">\ud83d\udc9b<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>PARENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udc9a<\/strong><strong> THANK YOU, VOLUNTEERS!<\/strong> A huge thank you to all our amazing volunteers who have helped make our events and activities successful this fall. Your time and dedication make such a difference for our students and school community!<\/p>\n<p><strong>HOT LUNCH REMINDER<\/strong> <strong>Orders due Wednesday, Dec 4th for PIZZA PIZZA on Dec 12th!<\/strong> Place your orders at <a href=\"http:\/\/mre.parentcouncil.net\/\"><strong>mre.parentcouncil.net<\/strong><\/a><br \/>\nQuestions? Email <a href=\"mailto:hotlunchmrepac@gmail.com\"><strong>hotlunchmrepac@gmail.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>NEUFELD FARMS FUNDRAISER IS NOW LIVE!<\/strong> <strong>Order by Dec 1st!<\/strong><br \/>\nStock up for the holidays and support MRE PAC. Order here:<a href=\"https:\/\/app.neufeldfarms.ca\/fundraising\/2025-maple-ridge-elementary-c40fefff0c\/ref\/em\"> <strong>https:\/\/app.neufeldfarms.ca\/fundraising\/2025-maple-ridge-elementary-c40fefff0c\/ref\/em<\/strong><\/a> <strong>Pick up: <\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Wednesday, Dec 10 at 7pm at MRE<\/strong> Funds raised go towards purchasing new stage curtains for our school!<\/p>\n<p><strong>ART CARDS UPDATE<\/strong><br \/>\nArt cards have been picked up! Orders will arrive the week of Dec 1-5, just in time for the holidays. Funds raised will go towards new books for each classroom!<\/p>\n<p><strong>NO PAC MEETING IN DECEMBER<\/strong><br \/>\nOur next meeting will be in January. Enjoy the holiday season!<\/p>\n<p><strong>\ud83d\ude4b\u200d\u2640\ufe0f<\/strong><strong> VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES<\/strong> Check out ways to help with upcoming events at<a href=\"https:\/\/signup.com\/go\/dgsaFVo\"> <strong>https:\/\/signup.com\/go\/dgsaFVo<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Questions? Email us at <a href=\"mailto:pac.mre@gmail.com\"><strong>pac.mre@gmail.com<\/strong><\/a> or find us on Facebook: <strong>Maple Ridge Elementary PAC<\/strong><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>\ud83c\udf85<\/strong><strong>\u00a0Santa\u00a0Mall\u00a0is Coming to \u00c9cole Maple Ridge Elementary!\u00a0<\/strong><strong>\ud83c\udf81<\/strong><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>We\u2019re excited to bring back our annual\u00a0Santa\u00a0Mall, a heartwarming school tradition that inspires students to experience the joy of giving!<\/p>\n<p>Students are invited to make a small donation (usually between $1\u2013$5) and then choose two special gifts\u00a0for family members. Donations will go towards funding new stage curtains for our school Fine Arts program.<\/p>\n<p>The items available for students to select range from household treasures and self-care goodies to books, jewelry, and more. All items are donated by our generous school community\u00a0and organized by our wonderful volunteers.<\/p>\n<p>Our goal is to encourage students to give to others without expecting anything in return.\u00a0While we recognize that not all families celebrate Christmas, we believe that learning to share and show kindness is a meaningful value for everyone in our school community.<\/p>\n<p>Students will visit the\u00a0Santa\u00a0Mall\u00a0on December 8\u20139, and teachers will share your child\u2019s exact time slot soon. Gifts will be lovingly wrapped by parent volunteers and Grade 7 helpers\u00a0before heading home.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019d like to help make the event magical, please sign up here:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/signup.com\/group\/47703560186256400\">https:\/\/signup.com\/group\/47703560186256400<\/a><\/p>\n<table width=\"300\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><strong>IN OUR COMMUNITY<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Foundry News<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>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","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Friday Blast Maple Ridge Elementary Friday, Nov. 21st, 2025 \u00a0 THIS WEEK Our neighbourhood RCMP visited the school to talk about bullying. 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