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Happy Vaisakhi

This Tuesday is Vaisakhi, a celebration of the spring harvest that originated in northern India. This celebration also has connections to India's independence from British colonialism; recognizes significant events in the Sikh faith; and it marks the beginning of the new year according to the Indian Solar Calendar. Next Saturday, April 18, the Surrey Vaisakhi Parade will bring the celebration very much to life. If you haven't gone, you should sometime. It is awesome!

We wish all members of the Josette Dandurand community who observe a happy Vaisakhi!

Summer Session 2026 – Elementary/Middle/Secondary

Are you looking for skill-building or new learning opportunities for your child to keep them engaged during the summer? The District offers a variety of courses as part of Summer Session. Online registration begins on Wednesday, April 22^nd for Elementary (Grades 1 to 5), Monday, April 27^th for Middle (Grades 6 to 8), and Wednesday, April 29^th for Secondary (Grades 9 to 12) at 11:30am each day for Langley School District students. For important dates, times, and courses available to Grade 1-12 students, please visit our webpage here. 

Jump Rope for Heart

Last Friday was our first-ever Jump Rope for Heart event. All day long, students were jumping rope to stay active, and to learn about heart and lung health. We offer a huge thanks to Mr. Huang who organized the event for us, planing activities and coordinating everything!

🌷Spring Hanging Basket Fundraiser🌷

Thanks from Mr. Oliver!

Thank you to all students, staff and families for the birthday wishes on Friday. They made my day extra-special!

Student Learning Survey from the Ministry of Education (repeat)

We want to hear from you! Please share your thoughts about your child’s learning by completing the BC

Student Learning Survey (SLS). This survey happens every year and helps us make education better for

all students in BC.

Why your opinion matters:

• It’s the only survey that asks parents across BC about their child’s learning.

• Your answers add to what students and staff share, giving a full picture.

• Results help identify areas of concern and guide improvements.

Please complete the survey by May 1, 2026:

https://www.awinfosys.com/surveyfull1/central/main/access_Parent.asp

Informal Learning Updates (repeat)

During the week of May 4, your child will receive a paper record of the second informal learning update as part of the requirements within the Ministry of Education and Childcare's Reporting Order.  

This informal Learning Update serves as a record of communication, which can include (but is not limited to) past email communication, meeting, digital student portfolio or written communication, to serve as an update to families on student learning progress since the Term 2 Formal Learning Update. Parents/Caregivers will be able to see the method of communication indicated at the top of the paper informal Learning Update. 

If you have further questions on your child's learning progress, please contact your child's classroom teacher.

Quote of the Week

Something to read (or watch)

It's eagle nesting time! You may have seen some of the local bald eagles near the school. They are busy nest-building and courting, and have put on some pretty impressive flying displays. Over the coming weeks, we should see some activity on some of the region's eagle nest cameras. They can be found at the Hancock Wildlife Foundation's website.

Calendar Dates to Remember

Monday, April 13

• Pop-up Strong Start - 12:30

Tuesday, April 14

• Vaisakhi

Wednesday, April 15

• Ready-Set-Learn 123 - 12:30

Friday, April 17

• PAC Movie Night