Remembrance Day 2022 On November 11, Canadians pause in a moment of remembrance to honour the courage and sacrifice of all veterans who have served our country. Today, schools across our district will host ceremonies to commemorate Remembrance Day.
November 8th is Indigenous Veterans Day November 8th is Indigenous Veterans Day. It is a time to remember and commemorate the stories and contributions of Indigenous veterans in wars and conflicts past and present. It also serves as a reminder of the struggles and inequality they faced upon returning home to Canada. To learn more, please check out some resources by clicking on the headline of this news story.
Student & Family Affordability Fund Update Check out a helpful infographic that provides important information about the Student & Family Affordability Fund.
November is Adoption Awareness Month The month is about raising awareness for adoption and permanency in British Columbia and celebrating the families that provide children and youth with love and support as permanent members of their families. Check out some online resources and support services that can help families who are considering adoption by clicking on the headline.
Halloween Treats: How much is OK for Kids? Halloween is a favourite holiday for many children. But after the fun of trick or treating is over, how do we approach all the leftover sweets? Involving children in managing their Halloween treats can actually be a great learning opportunity for them to regulate their own eating and support a healthy relationship with food. Learn more by checking out this info sheet from VCH.
Do you know … each year, the Board of Education will submit a report called Framework for Enhancing Student Learning to the Ministry of Education? This report details educational outcomes for students and information relating to the district’s continuous improvement for increased student achievement. Learn more by clicking on the headline.
2022 School Trustee Preliminary Election Results The preliminary election results have been released, please check out the elected Board of Education for School District No. 48 for the next four-year term (2022-2026).
World Teachers' Day October 5th marks World Teachers' Day and this year's theme is “The transformation of education begins with teachers.” SD48 would like to send a heartfelt thank you to our teachers for the dedication and support they provide to our learners. Today, we celebrate you! #WorldTeachersDay2022
Truth and Reconciliation SD48 wishes to invite you to participate in showing support to local Indigenous communities, particularly throughout the month of September, raising awareness of national Truth and Reconciliation.
Annual School Letter from Vancouver Coastal Health Please review an Annual School Letter - Updates and Considerations for a Healthy & Safe Return to School – 2022/2023 - from the Medical Health Officers at Vancouver Coastal Health.