HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE OF BURNABY SCHOOLS
Burnaby's Board of Education is exploring the possibility of offering an International Baccalaureate (IB) Program in Burnaby schools. . As part of the process, the district is asking those who might be interested to take an online survey before May 31. LEARN MORE
COME CELEBRATE WITH US- WORDS WRITING PROJECT
For 26 years, the District has nurtured and celebrated young writers in Burnaby Schools through the WORDS Writing Project - with selected works published in a limited edition anthology. Come celebrate their success with us on Thursday, May 17, 7 pm at Michael J Fox Theatre at Burnaby South Secondary. Admission is free - and each family will receive a copy of Words Take Flight. READ IT
ALPHA STUDENT TOPS AT REGIONAL SCIENCE FAIR
Just 14 projects were chosen as provincial winners at the Greater Vancouver Regional Science Fair. Claiming first place in the “Earth and Environmental Science Division,” was grade 8 Alpha student, Samantha Cibere. "Does An Electric Field Affect Plant Growth? is the name of her winning project. She is soon off to represent BC at the Canada-wide Science Fair in PEI. Congratulations Samantha! .
BURNABY SCHOOLS SMART ABOUT POWER
Burnaby School District takes sustainability seriously. Now in its 12 year of conservation initiatives, the district has once again been recognized by BC Hydro as the #1 most energy-efficient school district in the province. The district continues to follow its long term strategic plan to upgrade facilities with lighting retrofits, boiler replacements, solar power installations, building automation controls and to increase its recycling programs, energy and water management efforts. LEARN MORE
NORTH STUDENTS REACHING FOR THE TOP
For more than four decades “Reach for the Top,” a multi-topical quiz game has been a Canadian high school challenge. Last month a team from Burnaby North beat St. George's School for the BC Provincial Championship title. The team of 6 will be off to compete in Toronto at the end of May. Coached by teacher Gary Suderman, this marks this teams 3rd trip to the Nationals in four years. We all hope that they will be three times lucky – a grand finale for this team of graduates. LEARN MORE
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES UPDATE
BCTF members voted to withdraw from extra-curricular activities, effective Monday, April 23. Teachers’ withdrawal from extra-curricular involvement will impact a number of school events including field trips, sporting events, performances and concerts. Some of these events may go ahead, while many other activities may be cancelled. This will vary from school to school. Your child’s school will keep you informed about extra-curricular activities, as the status of each event is determined.The District’s main concern is to ensure student safety at each event. LEARN MORE
BURNABY STUDENTS SHINE AT BC SKILLS CANADA COMPETITION
Jaret Collette has won a gold medal at the BC Skills Canada competition for Automotive Body Repair. He will be going on to represent BC at the National Skills Canada Event in Edmonton in May. Jaret has also been offered an apprenticeship with Craftsman Collision. Another district ACE-IT student, Silva Retana, received a bronze medal for Culinary Arts. Last year she finished ACE-IT’s Hospitality Management Program and is presently working for the Shangri- La Hotel, a five star hotel in downtown Vancouver. Start your career in high school LEARN MORE
BURNABY SCHOOL STORIES SOUGHT FOR HISTORY BOOK
A group of former teachers are writing a book on the history of Burnaby schools. The group is seeking photos or short narratives of a school experience or memory from former or current Burnaby students, teachers and staff. Please send submissions by May 31 to burnabyheritageschools@gmail.com
ARTS ALIVE 2012
Visit the Burnaby Art Gallery before May 20 to see Arts Alive 2012. It's an exhibit of an inspiring range of art by Burnaby School District secondary students. Refined drawings, contemporary photographs, conceptual sculptures, and painted expressions of personal imagery offer insight into the thoughts and skills of these young artists. VIRTUAL GALLERY
BURNABY BOARD OF EDUCATION
The next meeting of the Burnaby Board of Education will be held on May 22, 7 pm, at the District Administration Office, 5325 Kincaid Street. LEARN MORE
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