Spring is around the corner!
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Dear <<First Name>>,
Our school is enjoying a week free from classes but, not everyone is on holiday. Our high school students are busy in work placements across the community supporting local businesses and volunteer organizations. The program is a win-win as our students acquire the required volunteer hours needed to graduate while building relationships outside of the school that often result in part-time jobs when the placements are finished.
One of our 10th-grade students, Luca F., is working with Ocean Ambassadors Canada, where he is engaged with Edgemont Village Plastic Bag Free a single-use plastic reduction initiative. He invites you to join in for the launch event on Friday evening at Highlands United.
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CALENDAR
Wednesday, February 26
Winter Day at Whistler Blackcomb: Gr 8 - 12
Grade 2 Parent Evening 7:00 pm, GS
Thursday, February 27
Grade 3 Parent Evening 7:00 pm, GS
Friday, February 28
GS/HS Recommitment, Fees, Tuition Adjustment Due
Community Coffee Morning 8:30 am, GS
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NOTICES
RECOMMITMENT DUE Next Friday, February 28, is the deadline to submit your recommitment form, deposit fee, and completed tuition adjustment application for all returning Grade School and High School students.
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HIGH SCHOOL PARENT MEETING POSTPONED An email was sent out last week notifying families that the all High School parent meeting, previously scheduled for Tuesday, February 25, has been cancelled. Stay tuned for a commuication from your advisors about the new date and time.
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WINTER DAY AT WHISTLER BLACKCOMB Next Wednesday is our annual skiing/snowboarding winter outing for Grades 8-12 at Whistler Blackcomb Ski Resort. Students are to meet at the High School by 5:45 am and will return at approximately 5:00 pm. Students must remember to dress appropriately and adequately for mountain conditions and weather, and they will need to carry snacks, a packed lunch, and water.
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SPRING CLEAN The wind, rain, and snow have taken their toll these past couple of months. If you notice any damage or areas that need attention, please let Mary Henley (mhenley@vws.ca) know as we freshen up the campuses for spring.
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SUN RUN TEAM Our team is growing! Join the 2020 Vancouver Sun Run team by registering at vancouversunrun.com. Select "Join Existing Team" then search for Vancouver Waldorf School.
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VWS COMMUNITY PAGES Be sure to check out our Community Events page for info about spring break camps and our Classifieds and Marketplace directory to connect our broader community.
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COVID-19 INFORMATION On Feb. 19, the Minister of Health and the Provincial Health Officer issued a joint statement announcing that the first B.C. resident has recovered from COVID-19. Information is kept up to date on the North Vancouver School District website.
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LATE & ABSENTEE STUDENTS It is imperative that you notify the office if your child/student will be late or absent for the day.
- HS 604-986-2922 or highschool@vws.ca
- GS 604-985-7435 x 421 or reception@vws.ca
- ECC 604-985-7435 x 101 Dandelion & Mulberry, x 102 Plum Cottage, x 103 Red Rose, x 104 Sunflower
If we have not heard from a parent/guardian within 30-minutes after school starts, the child is considered missing, and the next course of action (at the Grade School) involves police investigation.
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The Festival of the Arts is a presentation of our student’s work from grades 2 - 12, and will be held on Thursday, March 12, 2020, at Centennial Theatre in North Vancouver. The program will include eurythmy, drama, singing, orchestra, and recitation, and a display showcasing student handwork, ceramics and pottery, woodwork, drawing and painting.
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Early bird pricing is in effect until March 4 for our community celebration - Spring Mingle! We're looking for a few awesome volunteers to help with set up, take down, and possibly with service during the event. Come speak to Mary or Laura to get involved.
Pick up your tickets here.
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Congratulations to our Sr Girls Basketball team for making it to the playoffs. We are so proud of them all! A massive thank you to coach Mike for his dedication to the team. Farewell to the Grade 12s who played their final season of High School basketball.
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GRATITUDE
I hope everyone had a wonderful Family Day holiday, and that you were able to take some time to be with the ones you love this week. We've shared some enriching ProD days and look forward to welcoming everyone back to class next Monday.
Blessings,
Laura Bergstrome
Communications & Events
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