Mission Public Schools
33046 4th Avenue V2V 1S5 Mission, BC, Canada

January 23-30, 2022 is Family Literacy week in BC. http://ow.ly/ONgu50HFLYe

It is never too early to start ... and never too late to keep trying. Parents & Caring Adults here are some ideas about how to connect with our kids at differ...ent ages. We know having caring, connected conversations can have a big impact on the mental health of children and youth. Thank you to the amazing and generous Karen Peters, RCC ThriveLife Counselling & Wellness for creating this resource. #BellLetsTalk See more

MPSD is looking for a Safety Advisor! Apply here: https://makeafuture.applytoeducation.com//AttJobPosting.as

Sometimes we need help with how to talk about mental health with our kids, it's okay to need help. We all want it to go well. This is a tool created by famili...es for families and caring adults who are parenting a child or youth who is struggling with their mental health. It is for those times when you are feeling concerned for your child and are looking for some different ways to talk about it with them, so it can help the conversation go well. This tool offers some suggestions of language we use and how we say things to further support our relationship with our kids and stay connected to them. To download this Tip Sheet and other's like it, go to: https://familysmart.ca/resources/ #BellLetsTalk

MPSD is looking for Casual Bus Drivers! Apply here: https://makeafuture.applytoeducation.com//AttJobPosting.as

MPSD is looking for a Red Seal Carpenter! Apply here: https://makeafuture.applytoeducation.com//AttJobPosting.as

January 24, 2022: Due to power outage, please note a delayed start at ESR Elementary and Hillside Traditional Academy today, 11AM

We have compiled an updated Resource guide for parents. You can access it on the MPSD website under Students-Parents tab, in Resources: http://www.mpsd.ca/Students-Paren/Resources//default.aspx

Upcoming: - January 24, 2022 6:30-8:30pm (Monday) Special COTW Meeting RE: Hatzic/Dewdney/ Durieu Boundary Review via ZOOM - January 25, 2022 3:30 pm (Tuesday) Special COTW Meeting RE: 2021/2022 Amended Budget via ZOOM... - January 27, 2022 6:30-8:30pm (Thursday) Special COTW Meeting RE: Albert McMahon/Stave Falls Boundary Review via ZOOM Link to ALL meeting information: http://ow.ly/gAhL50HArc0

Community Foundation Fund Facts Friday: John & BJ Pearson Fund John and BJ Pearson are long-time residents of Mission. They believe that everyone should have th...e chance to improve themselves. Young adults entering the workforce need post-secondary education to obtain steady, well-paying jobs. They encourage young adults to explore their preferred vocation for job possibilities prior to entering their chosen field. John believed in maintaining a respectful work environment with his peers and the citizens of Mission throughout his RCMP career. He also served on Mission city council for three terms and is an active volunteer in the community. The Pearson’s are passionate about our community and they want to ensure their legacy continues by creating the John & BJ Pearson fund to provide scholarships to Mission students entering the RCMP, Emergency Services or Nursing. Since it’s inception in 2014, this fund has provided 7 students with $1000 each towards their post secondary education. If you would like to help a Mission student enter RCMP, Emergency Services or Nursing, please donate today. #WhatsOnMission #ILoveMission #MissionBC #Community #Foundation #FundFacts

MPSD Trades Training Advisory Committee News Release

Kindergarten 2022-2023 Pre-Registration is open this week! http://ow.ly/cH4p50Hzco4

New Foundry BC app! Now easier for BC young people and their caregivers to access free and confidential drop-in and scheduled counselling, peer support, groups and other services plus tools and resources that help. Learn more at foundrybc.ca/virtual.

To all the Mothers, Grandmothers, Step Mothers, Foster Mothers and Mother figures out there: have a wonderful day!

Join us for the Special Public Meeting of the Committee of the Whole on Tuesday, May 11, 2021 at 3:30pm to be part of the Budget Planning for 2021/2022. Agenda Package: http://ow.ly/EpMh50EHHHE

Ideas for families and caregivers - How to Connect with Our Kids at Different Ages! It's never too early to start and never too late to keep trying! https://may7icare.ca//04/FS_May7_2021_Connections_FNL_Web. #may7icare

May 5, 2021 Update A COVID exposure notification has been issued for Hatzic Elementary for April 29 & 30. Please note that, out of an abundance of caution, a number of staff must isolate and instruction will be done remotely until May 14th. Thank you for continued support for the safety of students and staff. Please contact the school principal should you have questions about your child’s educational program during this time. http://ow.ly/yas550EFXru

Join us for the Public meeting of the Committee of the Whole on May 4th, 2021 at 3:30 pm. Agenda: http://ow.ly/KsAg50ECbIU

Join the Trades Training Advisory Committee today at 4 pm to discuss trades training for Mission Public Schools students. The meeting is being held virtually and all members of the public are welcome to participate. Learn more: http://ow.ly/882w50DuyjU

Join the District Parent Advisory Council at 7 pm for their meeting. The meeting will be held via Zoom. All parents are welcome to participate. For more info, click here: http://ow.ly/MIKs50DuFm8

Has Self-Injurious Behaviour (SIB) affected you or a family member in any way? UBC Research Students are looking for input from parents/caregivers across the province to help them understand the IMPACT SIB. Complete the survey here: http://ow.ly/41VO50DuzVZ

Valentine’s Day may look a little different this year, but it can be celebrated in a safe way. Read more here: https://www.mpsd.ca/pages/newsitem.aspx

Mission Public Schools is honoured to announce the first ever Family Mental Health & Wellness Forum on January 28th, 2021 at 7 pm. The event is being offered in partnership with the District Parent Advisory Council (DPAC) and FamilySmart. The forum is open to all employees, families, students and members of the community. Registration: http://ow.ly/u81o50D5um3

The School District has compiled a list of resources to help families with supports during the COVID-19 pandemic. Info is available for mental health + wellness, parent peer support, free + low cost food resources, and much more. http://ow.ly/4V8s50DrGaC

Have you considered becoming a homestay family for an International student? A host family is an integral part of the life of an International student. The family provides more than just room and board; you provide a home away from home. Learn more: http://ow.ly/hY9Q50DrFRh

French Immersion Kindergarten Registration is now open for the 2021-2022 school year. Visit our website for more information: https://www.mpsd.ca/Schools/Registration/Pages/default.aspx

Just a few days left to submit your nominations for the 2021 Fraser Valley Cultural Diversity Awards!

First Outdoor Program will be back up and running this Friday the 8th! Join Mission Early Years and StrongStart for fun activities, songs and stories

We are currently accepting sign-up on a first-come, first-served basis for StrongStart Session 3 that runs from January 5 to February 12, 2021. Visit our website for all the details including registration information: http://ow.ly/ukFK50CHmIc

Wishing you and yours a happy, healthy, and abundant 2021!

Join the Mission DPAC for their last meeting of 2020. The meeting will start at 7 pm. Click here for the Zoom meeting link: http://ow.ly/iSBV50CBYJh

Why choose French Immersion for your child? Learn more at our upcoming information session today between 6:30-7:30 pm.

The District of Mission wants to hear from you regarding the Parr Local Area Plan to help guide future growth and development within this new 76 acre hillside neighbourhood located near Stave Lake Street and Parr Avenue. Visit http://ow.ly/wQt350CVCIJ

If you are interested in learning more and participating, please visit our website at: MyHEARTSMAP-Pandemic.bcchr.ca

Kindergarten registration week is January 18 - 22, 2021 AND French Immersion Kindergarten registration week is January 11 - 15, 2021. Due to COVID safety measures, we are changing our Kindergarten registration process this year. All families will complete a pre-registration online to secure their space at their catchment school, on a first-come, first-served basis. Click here for information: http://ow.ly/VQyB50CzNvy

Join the Committee of the Whole meeting today at 3:30 pm. Items such as the Anti-Racism Policy and the Annual Report (draft) will be discussed. To view the agenda and for details on how to the join the meeting via zoom, click here: https://www.mpsd.ca//Agenda%20Package%20-%20CoW_Dec01_2020