Good Things and the Week Ahead - June 15 - 19
Families of Douglas Park,
We had another awesome week at Douglas Park, continuing student learning with a variety of fun and meaningful activities. Highlights included our school Talent Show, walking field trips to the Langley Community Music School, Lego workshops, and a fun school dance party. With just two weeks left in the school year, the learning at Douglas Park continues full steam ahead!
This upcoming week promises to be another action-packed one filled with both learning and celebration. On Tuesday, our entire school will be heading to Centennial Beach in Tsawwassen for our annual School Beach Day! Right now, the weather forecast shows beautiful sunshine, but we all know how quickly that can change. Please check the forecast on Monday evening and ensure your child is dressed appropriately for the weather. No matter what the sky looks like, we’re looking forward to a fun-filled day of exploring, playing, and enjoying the beach together as a school community. This special outing has become a long-standing Douglas Park tradition and is one of the highlights of our school year. It’s a wonderful way to come together, connect, and celebrate everything we’ve accomplished this year.
Thursday brings another exciting event: the LSS Grad Walk! Graduates from Langley Secondary School will visit Douglas Park and walk through our hallways in their caps and gowns. Our students will be lining the halls, cheering them on and celebrating this major milestone. The Grad Walk not only gives former Douglas Park students a chance to return to their roots but also serves as an inspiring moment for our current students—helping them see where their own learning journeys can lead in the future.
On Friday, we will be recognizing National Indigenous Peoples Day. Throughout National Indigenous History Month, our classes have explored important topics that honour the history, heritage, cultures, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples. Also on Friday, our Grade 5 students are off to the pool to celebrate their last week of elementary school. We always have mixed feelings as we say goodbye to our Grade 5 students. On one hand, we will miss seeing them every day at Douglas Park and watching them grow-up. On the other hand, we are excited for them to continue their learning journey in middle school. We know that our kids will always be Douglas Park Dragons and we are excited for them to also become HD Stafford Skyhawks!
As you can see, the next two weeks are packed with events that reflect the spirit of celebration, learning, and community that defines Douglas Park. We continue to celebrate our school community, the hard work of our students, and the end of an amazing school year at Douglas Park!
Looking forward to another awesome week at school!
Mr. Touzeau
Proud Principal
As always, we want to acknowledge that the Langley School District works, learns and plays on the unceded ancestral lands of the Matsqui, Kwantlen, Katzie and Semiahmoo First Nations
Good Things to Talk About
World Cup Excitement - There was lots of cheering around the school on Friday afternoon as many classes tuned in to watch Canada’s first World Cup game. Students and staff came together to support Team Canada, creating an exciting atmosphere throughout the building as everyone cheered them on. It was a great moment of school spirit and a fun way to share in the experience together. Go Canada Go!
School Talent Show - We had an incredible Talent Show on Tuesday! From dance and singing to violin, ninja demonstrations, yoga, and so many other unique acts, our students put on an amazing show. It was awesome to see so many students step outside of their comfort zones and share something they are passionate about. Their confidence, creativity, and enthusiasm made for an unforgettable afternoon. A huge thank you to Ms. Rutherford, Ms. Treleaven, and Ms. Egmore for all of their hard work organizing and running this year’s Talent Show. We appreciate everything you did to make this special event possible for our students.
Brick Connections - Mr. Lee’s, Ms. Shaw’s, and Ms. Yoon’s classes had an awesome ADST workshop with Brick Connections. Students learned about different types of transportation, then designed and built their own vehicles. They explored ideas like push and pull forces, friction, gravity, and speed, and put their creations to the test on a variety of tracks. After seeing how their vehicles performed, students made adjustments to improve speed and distance. It was a hands-on, engaging experience that brought together creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork while building their understanding of science and design.
Camp Day - Ms. Olafson’s class had a fun camp day where all the activities were based around camping! Students got to experience a variety of hands-on activities, including writing in their journals inside a tent, roasting marshmallows, making s’mores, and enjoying stories read around the campfire. The classroom was filled with excitement all day as the students fully got into the camping spirit.
Novel Study Presentations - Mr. Boehmer’s class has been working hard over the past several weeks on their novel studies, and recently celebrated the completion of their books with group presentations. Students worked together to create posters highlighting important characters, events, and themes from their novels before sharing their learning with the class. Novel studies help build reading comprehension, critical thinking, and communication skills, while collaborative projects encourage teamwork and creativity. We are proud of the hard work and dedication these students showed throughout the process, and it has been awesome to see how proud they are of their own learning.
Fun with the Three Little Pigs - Ms. Lengle’s class has been having an awesome time exploring stories and learning about important story elements such as the beginning, middle, and end. Students have also been practicing sequencing events to help strengthen their understanding of how stories unfold. As part of their learning, the class enjoyed reading The Three Little Pigs, and then brought the story to life by creating their own puppets and using them to retell the story in their own words. This engaging hands-on activity helped build their storytelling skills while encouraging creativity, confidence, and lots of fun along the way.
Hands On Math - After building a strong understanding of numbers to 20, including place value, addition, and subtraction, Mr. Lee’s class has begun extending these skills to numbers all the way to 100. Students have been representing numbers by drawing tens and ones and using base-ten blocks to build and explore larger quantities. These hands-on learning experiences are helping students develop a deeper understanding of place value while making math engaging, meaningful, and fun.
Douglas Park Society - A huge thank you to the Douglas Park Community School Society for their ongoing support of our school and students. Through their fundraising efforts, they help provide classroom funds and assist with covering the costs of assessments that support student learning and success. On Saturday, members of the Society will once again be volunteering their time by running the parking lot on our backfield during Langley Community Days, with all proceeds going back to supporting our school. We are incredibly grateful for this amazing group of dedicated people who care deeply about our school community.
Visit to the Library - Ms. MacKay’s and Ms. Olafson’s classes had a great time on their recent field trip to the local Fraser Valley Regional Library. Students got to explore the library, browse books, and learn how to find different kinds of stories and information. They also learned about how the library is organized and how librarians help people choose books and access resources. It was a fun, hands-on experience that helped spark curiosity and a love of reading while connecting students to an important community space.
Fun with Measurement - Ms. Shaw’s class has been having lots of fun learning about measurement using non-standard units. Students have been exploring how to measure different items around the classroom using blocks, carefully lining them up to compare lengths and sizes. Through this hands-on learning, they are building a strong understanding of measurement concepts such as more, less, longer, and shorter.
Tie-Dye T-Shirts - Ms. Yoon’s class had a great time making tie-dye shirts! Students enjoyed choosing different colour combinations and creating their own unique designs. There was lots of excitement as they watched the colours come together and bring their creations to life. We loved seeing each student’s personality shine through in their one-of-a-kind creations.
The Week Ahead
Tuesday
- Beach Day (School Field Trip to Centennial Beach)
Thursday
- L.S.S. Grad Walk at 12:50 pm
Friday
- Grade 5 Pool and Pizza Party
- Lunch Time Hockey for Grade 3s
- PAC Freezie Friday at 2:30 pm (See Poster Below in PAC News)
Month at a Glance
June 16th - Beach Day
June 18th - LSS Grad Walk
June 19th - Grade 5 Pool and Pizza Party
June 23rd - Grade 5 Farewell Ceremony at 12:30 pm
June 24th - Sports Day
June 25th - Last Day of School (Dismissal at 11:30 am)
PAC News
Message from the PAC – We are looking for parents to join our Parent Advisory Council (PAC). The purpose of the PAC is to organize activities and events and to encourage parent involvement in the school. PAC meetings are the place to bring ideas for creating social events for fundraising or simply to bring the community together. Meetings are held once a month and you are welcome to bring your little ones to our meetings. Some examples of what the PAC does are:
- Movie Nights
- Hot Lunch
- Popcorn Day
- Chess Tournament
Please join us, we’d love to have some new PAC members and we look forward to meeting you. Upcoming meetings are in the school newsletter!
Upcoming PAC Events
- Freezie Friday
Next Meeting Time
- TBD
Messages from the PAC
If you want to help us organize or assist with any event, please shoot us an email at pacdouglaspark@gmail.com.
– Douglas Park PAC
Updates and Reminders
Fraser Health: Same-Day Care Survey - Our community partner, Fraser Health, is seeking information from families regarding health care experiences. To help support improvements in the health care system, please complete this five-minute survey about Same-Day Care in the attached poster or here.
Multi-Sport Summer Camps - Please see the below poster for multi-sport camps being hosted around Langley this summer.
Summer Fun Pass - With summer quickly approaching, make sure to pick up your Summer Fun Pass from the Timms Community Centre. See the poster below for more details.
Summer Health Information (from Fraser Health) - Health, safety, and wellness continue to be a priority in our schools. To help support our students and families, we are sharing important information from our community partner Fraser Health about summer health for school-aged children and youth. Please see below for helpful reminders to support your child.
Keeping Kids Healthy and Safe this Summer – Tips for Parents - Summer is a time for fun and relaxation. Below are some tips to help your kids stay active, healthy and safe during the summer months.
Sun Protection - Help avoid sunburns by applying a sunscreen with Sun Protection Factor (SPF) 30 or more at least 20 minutes before heading outside. Avoid the hot sun between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. if you can. Seek places with lots of shade, such as parks with big trees. Take an umbrella to the beach and cover up with sunglasses that protect against UV rays, a wide brimmed hat, long sleeves and loose-fitting long pants.
Heat and Smoke Preparedness - With increased likelihood of hot temperatures, remember to keep children cool inside and outside. Watch the media for heat and smoke events. The WeatherCAN app can help. Sustained indoor temperatures over 31°C can be unsafe. If there is no source of cool air, don’t rely on fans alone during very hot weather. Relocate to a cool, shady outdoor space, or head to a library, mall or community cooling centre. Make sure you and your family know the signs and symptoms of heat illness and how to get help. Learn more on the Sun and heat safety page. Summer can also bring smoke from wildfires. Learn about the health impacts of smoke and change outdoor plans if needed. Find out how to be ready for smoke and know about the air quality in your community at Fraser Heath’s Wildfire smoke page and in this postcard.
Eat Well, Stay Active and Hydrate - Encourage your children to drink water regularly. Build the habit of always carrying a water bottle with them wherever they go. Healthy, active outdoor play is one of the best ways to improve physical and mental health. If your children are involved in sports, learn about heat precautions that can be taken during practice. If your children love the water check out these tips on water safety. Local farmers’ markets and u-pick farms are fun outdoor activities where you can enjoy seasonal produce. Did you know that over half of the blueberries harvested in B.C. are sold frozen in your local grocery store? Enjoy these nutrient-dense berries as fresh or frozen, with yogurts and in smoothies.
Find more summer health tips in Fraser Health’s Healthy summer guide.
Free Youth Football Camp - We are excited to share a FREE Youth Football Camp for students in Grades 2–5, running June 29–July 3 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the HD Stafford grass field. This fun, inclusive camp is open to students of all skill levels and focuses on building confidence, teamwork, skills, and connections in a supportive environment. Participants will receive a camp T-shirt, snacks, and drinks each day, and the week will conclude with a BBQ celebration on the final day. Registration details can be found on the camp poster, which includes a QR code.
Summer Reading Club - We are excited to share that the Fraser Valley Regional Library (FVRL) Summer Reading Club is back for another summer of reading, learning, and fun! This free program encourages students of all ages to stay engaged with reading over the summer in a fun and flexible way. Whether children are reading independently, with family, or listening to stories, every bit of reading counts. Participants can track their reading, set personal goals, and celebrate their progress along the way. The Summer Reading Club is a great way to help students maintain and strengthen their reading skills while enjoying books that spark their imagination and interests. Families can register through the Fraser Valley Regional Library (FVRL) website or at their local branch.
Support Our Library with Excel Martial Arts! - We’re excited to partner with Excel Martial Arts to support the Douglas Park library. For just $20, families can purchase a Promotional Activity Card that includes:
• One month of martial arts training in June
• A free Excel Martial Arts T-shirt
Best of all, 100% of proceeds go directly to our school library!
Only 50 passes are available. When purchasing, please include either:
• The name of a Douglas Park student to receive the pass, or
• “Student” if you would like staff to choose a student on your behalf.
Purchase online: https://sd35.schoolcashonline.com/Fee/Details/87036/111/False/True
Cash payments (exact change only) may also be sent to the school.
Thank you for supporting our students and school library!
Communication Partner Summer Session - The Langley School District is offering a very unique learning opportunity this summer. The Communication Partner Summer Learning Session gives kids a fun chance to learn how to be great communication partners while helping a friend from their school. Through games, hands‑on activities, and trying out cool communication tools, they can grow their confidence and learn new ways to connect with others. Families also get time at the end of the day to meet with staff and learn how everyone works together to support all kinds of communicators.
Location: Douglas Park Community School - 5409 206th St.
Dates: July 6-17, 2026
Time: Monday- Friday 9:00 am - 12:30pm.
Please see the link below for information about how to enroll your child.
CPSLS-CP parent letter (DPCS).pdf
Community Schools Update: New Resource for Families - We’re excited to launch our new Facebook group, Douglas Park Community Connection—a dedicated space for sharing local community services, programs, and events for families.
Resources are organized in the “Guides” section, making it easy to:
- Search by topic (e.g., summer camps, food security, health services)
- Access important, ongoing community supports in one place
This is a growing hub and will be updated regularly with new opportunities. If you know of a helpful community resource, please contact klangford@sd35.bc.ca.
Join here: https://tinyurl.com/facebookDPCommunityConnection
Langley Flag Football – Now in Langley! - A great new opportunity for kids ages 4–16 to get active and have fun every Friday evening at Josette Dandurand.
This program is:
- Co-ed and non-contact
- For beginners to experienced players
- No travel, no cuts, and NFL-style teams/jerseys
- Focused on fun and learning the game
Financial support is available—fees can be waived and cleats provided if needed so every child can participate.
Questions: LangleyFlag@gmail.com
Learn more: https://www.langleyflag.ca/
School Community Coordinator - We are excited to share that Ms. Langford, a valued member of our team at Douglas Park Community School, has moved into a new role as School Community Coordinator. We are thrilled to see her step into this position and continue supporting our school community in new and meaningful ways. Please see the poster below for more details!
Reminder for Families: Electric Scooters - Electric scooters are not allowed on school property. In British Columbia, riders must be at least 16 years old and wear a helmet, and electric kick scooters cannot be used on sidewalks or public roads. The school will not be storing electric scooters for students, to help encourage following these safety rules. We ask that families talk with their children to make sure they understand and follow the age and safety requirements.
Douglas Park Just Be Four (JB4) Preschool (Registration Open for September 2026) -Langley School District operates a licenced 4 year old preschool program at Douglas Park Elementary. Registration is now open for September 2026-2027. Classes operate on Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays or Tuesdays/Thursdays from 12:45-3:15. Please complete the contact form below and our staff will connect with you regarding securing a space for your child. Please contact Charlene Redekop at credekop@sd35.bc.ca for further information.
Fraser Valley Regional Library (FVRL) Reading Advisor - FVRL Reading Advisor is a free resource for everyone living or studying in communities served by FVRL, including Langley. The Reading Advisor service offers personalized book recommendations for readers of all ages, making it an excellent support for students and staff across the Langley School District. All that is required is to fill out a short form about your reading interests, and trained library staff respond with a customized reading list based on genre, themes, age level, and preferred formats (print, eBook, audiobook, graphic novel, etc.) This is ideal for boosting reading engagement, supporting diverse learning needs, and possibly helping teachers quickly discover high‑quality texts for classroom use. This free community resource extends the capacity of school libraries and connects learners with a broader range of inclusive and accessible materials and would be a great resource to share with students and other staff to help them find some new great reads for over spring break. Happy Reading!
https://www.fvrl.bc.ca/my-reading-adviser
International Student Program Homestay Families - Embark on a rewarding journey of cultural exchange! The District is seeking homestay families to host International Student Program (ISP) students for the 2026-2027 school year and beyond. There are many benefits including learning a new culture, sharing your family traditions, and developing life-long friendships. Homestay families are provided $1200 per month to offset costs. Start your journey here: Students & Homestay
Privacy Reminder: Recording Devices in Schools - To protect the privacy and security of all students, staff, and visitors, the Langley School District reminds parents and students that digital recording devices, such as Meta Glasses and AngelSense Trackers, are not permitted at school for staff, students, nor members of the community. If parents have concerns about safety and supervision, please refer to our robust district planning (Student Success Plans, Plans of Supervision), and supervision schedules. If parents still have concerns about supervision, please reach out to your Director for guidance. This policy is in place to ensure compliance with the BC Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA) and the District’s procedures for responsible information management.
Parking Lot Safety Reminder - Thank you for helping us keep our students safe! A quick reminder that our parking lot is for staff only. The front area is a drop-off/pick-up zone—please stay in your car so traffic can keep flowing smoothly. If you need to park, street parking is available along 205 Street by the back field. Adding a couple of extra minutes to your commute helps ensure a safe and efficient experience for everyone. We appreciate your continued support in putting safety first!
Nut Aware Policy - At our school, the safety of all students is a top priority. While we cannot guarantee a completely nut-free environment, we are a nut-aware school. This means we ask families to avoid sending peanut or tree-nut products (such as peanut butter, Nutella, or almond snacks) to school, as even small traces can cause serious allergic reactions. Any food brought to school for sharing, such as for birthdays or classroom celebrations, must be store-bought with a clear list of ingredients so we can ensure it is safe for all students with allergies. Food from restaurants (such as Tim Hortons) is also allowed as long as ingredients can be confirmed. Please check with your child’s teacher before bringing in treats so we can make sure everyone is included safely. Students are reminded not to share food and to wash their hands after eating to help reduce the risk of accidental exposure. Families of children with life-threatening allergies are asked to provide the school with the necessary medical forms and prescribed EpiPens each year. Staff are trained to recognize and respond to allergic reactions, and emergency procedures are in place. By working together, we can help keep our school community safe and welcoming for everyone.
Breakfast Program – The breakfast program is open Monday – Friday from 7:30 – 8:27 AM. It is located in the Boys & Girls Club Portable. The program is FREE for all Douglas Park students. It is run by volunteers and supported through donations. You do not need to register for this program. Parents/guardians are welcome to join their child(ren). For more information about the breakfast program, please contact the school office.
Strong Start – Douglas Park Strong Start hours are 8:30 - 11:30 am with a first come first served limit of 20 children. To register for the 2025/2026 Strong Start year, please bring a birth certificate to be copied. A registration form can be filled out at your first visit.
Parent Code of Conduct - The Langley School District is committed to fostering safe and caring schools that promote mutual respect, cooperation, social responsibility, and support optimal learning. Trauma Informed Practices and Procedures promote the creation and maintenance of safe, inclusive, equitable, welcoming, and nurturing school environments. Families play an important role in helping students achieve success as well as helping create a compassionate learning community. Just as students are expected to follow the District’s Student Code of Conduct, there is an expectation for parents/guardians to uphold the District’s Parent/Guardian Code of Conduct. The District’s Parent/Guardian Code of Conduct can be viewed on the District’s website here.
Attendance – If your child is going to be away or late please be sure to call the office and leave a message @ 604-533-4491 or email DPCAttendance@sd35.bc.ca.
FaceBook – Be sure to follow us on Facebook for updated information
https://www.facebook.com/groups/Douglasparkcommunityelementary
Bell Schedule
8:42 – Warning Bell
8:47 – Instruction Begins
10:10-10:25 – Recess
11:47-12:20 – Lunch
2:30 – Dismissal
School Calendar 2025/26 – Please click the link below to access our school calendar for the year. It provides general dates about when the school is open and closed.