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Are you a parent/guardian with a student going into Grade 8 at a School District 42 secondary school next year? Then join us on May 26, for one of our online Parent Night presentations to learn more. Find out more here: https://bit.ly/3wqzseV

Alexander Robinson Elementary took home the Energy Cup last week in a contest that saw SD42 schools compete to reduce their environmental footprint. Learn more https://bit.ly/2SYQ4fh

Are you a student looking for a bit more flexibility with your course load? Registration is now open for SD42’s Connected Learning Community (CLC) online courses for the fall. Learn more here: https://clc.sd42.ca/registration-form/

SD42 Reminder: Tonight’s public meeting of the Board of Education (May 19) will be live-streamed at https://sd42.ca/online-board-meetings/ starting at 6 p.m. View the agenda here: https://bit.ly/3hL0auu

Registration begins on Monday for the SD42's 2021 Summer Learning program. Find out more and see what is being offered here: https://bit.ly/2RSF1DV

INFO NIGHTS: Do you want to learn more about School District 42’s Wheelhouse program for grade 6 and 7 students? Join us for two upcoming online information nights on January 14 and 26 at 6 p.m. Jan. 14 preregistration: https://bit.ly/3pFeyW8 Jan. 26 preregistration: https://bit.ly/3hvXYoJ... For more information, please visit The Wheelhouse online at https://wheelhouse.sd42.ca/.

Door-decorating contests, Zoom sing-alongs, and physically-distanced band performances are just some of the ways SD42 students celebrated the holidays this year.

The Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows School District No. 42 is once again being recognized for its excellence in budget presentation.

Is Montessori right for your child? Join our online information night on Thursday, January 14, 2021, to learn more about this exciting SD42 program run out of Hammond Elementary. Preregister at: https://bit.ly/3h8Sjow Learn more at: https://bit.ly/3pqRr1v

The holiday spirit is alive & well at #MapleRidge secondary where students held a physically-distanced recording session this week. The band is busy preparing for two live-streamed concerts: the Jingle Bell Rock Winter Showcase (Dec. 16) & the Concert Holiday Special (Dec. 17). To watch Thursday's Concert Holiday Special, click here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/the-mrss-band-holiday-special-t For more info on the Jingle Bell Rock Concert, click here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/jingle-bell-rock-mrss-rock-band

#SD42 Reminder: The SIBLING phase of kindergarten registration begins at noon TODAY (Wednesday, January 6, 2021). For more info: https://sd42.ca/kindergarten-registration/ #MapleRidge #PittMeadows

Is Montessori right for your child? Join our online information night on January 14, 2021, to learn more about this exciting SD42 program run out of Hammond Elementary. Preregister at: https://bit.ly/3h8Sjow Learn more at: https://bit.ly/3pqRr1v

Current Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows School District No. 42 Deputy Superintendent Harry Dhillon has been selected for the top job of Superintendent of Schools. I am proud to serve this incredible community in which I have lived much of my adult life and where I have spent my career, said Dhillon, who started out in the district as a Grade 7 teacher at Glenwood Elementary in 1988. https://www.sd42.ca/announceme/sd42-selects-superintendent/

This year, let’s celebrate in a COVID-19 safe way. Remember to turn up the volume!

#SD42 Reminder: Tonight’s public meeting of the Board of Education (December 9) will be live-streamed at https://bit.ly/3oHqgix starting at 6 p.m. View the agenda: https://bit.ly/3qGHdeH

Reminder: #SD42 schools are not in session on Wednesday, Nov. 11 (#RemembranceDay) and Thursday, Nov. 12 (non-instructional day). See you back in class on Friday, Nov. 13. Pictured below: PME students placed painted rocks at the Pitt Meadows Cenotaph to honour veterans.

With a snowfall warning in effect, we thought it was a good time to share a reminder about the #SD42 inclement weather procedures: https://sd42.ca/inclement-weather-procedures/ #MapleRidge #PittMeadows

Glenwood Elementary’s Leanne Dunbar has been named New Teacher Librarian of the Year. What I enjoy most about my job is the opportunity to connect with our students over a book. I’ve found that helping students find a book that speaks to them makes them feel seen and important. Those moments are the best part, Dunbar said. Read the full story: http://link.sd42.ca/5b

Reminder: Classes are not in session for #SD42 students on Monday, September 28, 2020 (non-instructional day). See you back in class on Tuesday, September 29. #MapleRidge #PittMeadows

#SD42 Reminder: Tonight’s public meeting of the Board of Education (September 23) will be live-streamed at https://sd42.ca/online-board-meetings/ starting at 6pm. #MapleRidge #PittMeadows

Do you know a #MapleRidge youth who has made an outstanding contribution to youth sport or recreation? The Karina LeBlanc Game Changer Award nominations are open until September 25, 2020. Learn more: https://www.bcgames.org//Karina-LeBlanc-Game-Changer-Award

Give a young person the recognition they deserve by nominating them for a Community Service Youth Award (13 15 and 16 18). Winners will also receive $500! Fill out our easy online form by Oct 19, 2020: pittmeadows.ca/awards #PittMeadowsProud

Please read the following message from Ridge Meadows RCMP regarding student pickup at Eric Langton: Parents attempting to pickup students at Eric Langton and St. Patricks please muster at 122nd and 220th St. Police need people out of the area to continue their investigation. Please note Police Dog Services is in the areas surrounding the school.

UPDATE: The Hold and Secure at Eric Langton Elementary, Harry Hooge Elementary, and Maple Ridge Secondary has now been lifted. ***** UPDATE 2: RCMP have extended the Hold and Secure safety measure to Maple Ridge Secondary School. ... ****** UPDATE: RCMP have downgraded the Lockdown at Eric Langton Elementary to a Hold and Secure and extended this safety measure to Harry Hooge Elementary. For more about our Hold and Secure protocols, see: https://sd42.ca/school-safety-notification/ We will advise when the Hold and Secure is lifted. ******* RCMP have placed Eric Langton Elementary on lockdown as a precautionary measure. Lockdowns are used to isolate students and staff from a danger outside of the building. Find more about lockdown protocols at https://bit.ly/2ZMTQZS We will post an update once the lockdown is lifted.

#SD42 CAREERS: We’re looking for Aboriginal Support Workers to join our team. Learn more: https://bit.ly/2FHe4gC #sd42joinourteam #bcjobs #MapleRidge #PittMeadows

#SD42 CAREERS: We're looking for Lunch Hour Supervisors (causal/on-call) to join our team. Learn more: https://bit.ly/2Zz0YZy #sd42joinourteam #MapleRidge #PittMeadows

We are excited to start welcoming back students for orientation week. For more information about the #SD42 Restart Plan, visit https://www.sd42.ca/sd42-restart-plan/ #MapleRidge #PittMeadows

#SD42 reminder: Students are back to school. Please remember to slow down and be extra cautious in school zones. #MapleRidge #PittMeadows

#SD42 Reminder: The reactivation of student (grades 9-12) and parent/guardian MyClass accounts for the 2020/21 school year will occur on Wednesday, September 9, 2020, at 9am. For more details: https://bit.ly/3hb2IhV

CAREERS: Do you want to acquire the skills and training for an in-demand job? In partnership with Maple Ridge - Pitt Meadows School District No. 42, Ridge Meadows College’s Building Service Worker training course is being offered at a subsidized cost (Aug. 24-Sept. 4, 2020). Those who successfully complete the course will receive an opportunity to interview for a job with the school district. Learn more: http://rmcollege.ca/sd42-subsidized-building-service-worke/

CAREERS: Maple Ridge - Pitt Meadows School District No. 42 is looking for custodians (casual/on-call) to join our team. Learn more: https://www.sd42.ca/careers/ #sd42joinourteam #MapleRidge #PittMeadows

CAREERS: Maple Ridge - Pitt Meadows School District No. 42l is looking for custodians (casual/on-call) to join our team. Learn more: https://bit.ly/2OGNmG2 #sd42joinourteam #MapleRidge #PittMeadows

DEADLINE EXTENDED! Due to changes in how we're registering students this year, we are extending our deadline to apply for the Back-to-School backpack program ...to this Friday, July 24th. If your child needs assistance with school supplies for this September, please fill out the online form below, or contact Bee for a printable copy or to make an appointment ([email protected], or 604-463-8296 x 112) https://forms.gle/Lh5fmiA9VdJdGsTz8

Reminder: Today’s special public meeting of the Board of Education (July 22) will be live-streamed at https://sd42.ca/online-board-meetings/ starting at 1pm. #MapleRidge #PittMeadows

#SD42 CAREERS: We're looking for custodians (casual/on-call) to join our team. Learn more: https://bit.ly/2OGNmG2 #sd42joinourteam #MapleRidge #PittMeadows

Thank you to our generous community partners and contributors who supported the #SD42 meal hamper program and helped to improve food security for families within our school communities.

Hey, Class of 2020: See the poster below for information on how you can win a $500 bursary. The deadline for submissions is July 10. Use the link provided to enter.

The Family Education & Support Centre is running Nature’s Navigator Summer Camps in July and August. Details

Spotlight on Grads: Congratulations to #SD42 #Grad2020 from @PMSSMarauders teacher Rob Crymble. View more messages at our new 2020 graduating class website https://grad2020.sd42.ca #MapleRidge #PittMeadows

Spotlight on Grads: Congratulations to #SD42 #Grad2020 from SRT acting vice-principal Robyn Sheridan. View more messages at our new 2020 graduating class website https://grad2020.sd42.ca #MapleRidge #PittMeadows

Spotlight on Grads: Congratulations to #SD42 #Grad2020 from MRE principal Donna Servant. View more messages at our new 2020 graduating class website https://grad2020.sd42.ca #MapleRidge #PittMeadows

Spotlight on Grads: Congratulations to #SD42 #Grad2020 from Glenwood principal Anelma Brown. View more messages at our new 2020 graduating class website https://grad2020.sd42.ca #MapleRidge #PittMeadows

#SD42 Reminder: The last day for students at Kanaka Creek Elementary is July 21. Please watch your speed in this school zone. #MapleRidge

Happy summer vacation to everyone in the #SD42 school community! Stay safe and have fun! (Reminder: Last day for students at Kanaka Creek Elementary is July 21.) See you back in September! #MapleRidge #PittMeadows

Spotlight on Grads: Congrats to GSS student Megan (PJ) and the rest of our 2020 grads. If you have a selfie or picture of yourself and your Class of 2020 lawn sign, please share it with us by posting to social media with the hashtags #SD42 #Grad2020

Spotlight on Grads: Congratulations to #SD42 #Grad2020 from trustee Kim Dumore. View more messages at our new 2020 graduating class website https://grad2020.sd42.ca #MapleRidge #PittMeadows

Spotlight on Grads: Congrats to WSS student Jayden and the rest of our 2020 grads. If you have a selfie or picture of yourself and your Class of 2020 lawn sign, please share it with us by posting to social media with the hashtags #SD42 #Grad2020

Spotlight on Grads: Congrats to PMSS student Paige and the rest of our 2020 grads. If you have a selfie or picture of yourself and your Class of 2020 lawn sign, please share it with us by posting to social media with the hashtags #SD42 #Grad2020

Spotlight on Grads: Congratulations to #SD42 #Grad2020 from Kwantlen First Nation Elders Cheryl Gabriel and Lekeyten.

Spotlight on Grads: Congratulations to #SD42 #Grad2020 from @PMSSMarauders teacher Nicole Lebrun. View more messages at our new 2020 graduating class website grad2020.sd42.ca #MapleRidge #PittMeadows

Spotlight on Grads: Congrats to all of our 2020 grads. If you have a selfie or picture of yourself and your Class of 2020 lawn sign, please share it with us by posting to social media with the hashtags #SD42 #Grad2020

Spotlight on Grads: Congratulations to #SD42 #Grad2020 from PMSS vice-principal Gary Lozinski. View more messages at our new 2020 graduating class website https://grad2020.sd42.ca #MapleRidge #PittMeadows

It’s #GradCheer night! Get ready to make some noise for #SD42 #Grad2020 tonight, Saturday, June 20, at 8:20 pm (20:20)!