LFES March 2026 Newsletter
March 2026 Newsletter
Message from Administration
At Langley Fundamental Elementary, we are excited to introduce our community to the TITAN Traits, a shared framework we’ve been developing in partnership with LFMSS. Over the past several months, both schools have been working closely to align our philosophies, expectations, and language so that students experience a consistent and supportive approach as they move through their K–12 journey. The TITAN Traits, adapted at the elementary level to be age‑appropriate and meaningful, reflect the values and behaviours that help our students learn, grow, and thrive. By embracing these common traits across both campuses, we strengthen our identity as one connected community, united in our commitment to developing capable, caring, and confident learners.
Important Dates to Remember
Mar 2 - Book Fair 8.15-3.30 pm
Mar 3 - Book Fair 8.15-3.30pm
Mar 4 – Student Inclusive Conferences 2 hr early dismissal at 12:22 pm / Book Fair 8.15-5.00 pm
Mar 5 – Student Inclusive Conferences (students not in session) / Book Fair 8.15-2.00 pm
Mar 6 – Hot Lunch / Spirit Day (St Patrick’s Day-green) / Lock Down Drill
Mar 10 - Earthquake Drill
Mar 13 – Last day before spring break
Mar 30 – School re-opens after spring break
Info from the School
Grade 5 Young Entrepreneurs Fair – A Huge Success!
A big shout‑out to our incredible Grade 5 students for their hard work and creativity at Thursday’s Young Entrepreneurs Fair on February 26th. Each student did an amazing job developing business plans, crafting products, and showcasing their entrepreneurial spirit to our community.
Thank you to our dedicated Grade 5 teaching team and SEA’s for guiding and supporting students throughout the process. And a heartfelt thank‑you to our entire school community for coming out, cheering them on, and supporting their work. What a fantastic celebration of learning, innovation, and teamwork!
Diversity & Respect Week Wrap‑Up
From Feb 23 - 27, our school community came together to celebrate Diversity and Respect Week, a wonderful reminder of the values that make LFES such a vibrant and caring place for students to learn and grow. We began the week with a positive and engaging schoolwide assembly, where Mr. Olson, Ms. Daem, Ms. Myers, and our Grade 4 and 5 students presented creative skits highlighting our TITAN Traits. Their thoughtful performances helped set the tone for a week centred on kindness, inclusion, and shared understanding.
Throughout the week, students participated in a series of themed dress‑up days. From celebrating personal cultural heritage, to showing support for anti‑bullying initiatives, to honouring Indigenous peoples, to ending the week with a burst of red and white for Canada Day - the enthusiasm and school spirit were incredible to see. Classrooms and hallways were filled with meaningful conversations and colourful displays that reflected the diversity of our school community.
Thank you to all families for your support and participation. Your engagement helps make Diversity and Respect Week a meaningful experience for our students each year.
Chinese New Year
Chinese New Year began on February 17, 2026, marking the start of the Year of the Fire Horse. Families celebrate with bright decoration, special foods, and traditions that welcome good luck for the new year.
Lent
Lent is an important season of reflection, prayer, and renewal for many Christians around the world. This year, Lent begins on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, and continues until Thursday, April 2, 2026. During this time, many Christian families take part in prayer, acts of kindness, and forms of fasting as they prepare for Easter.
At the end of Lent comes the joyful celebration of Easter Sunday on April 5, 2026. Easter is a festive time when families gather, share meals, and celebrate hope, renewal, and new life.
We wish all students and families observing Lent and celebrating Easter a peaceful, happy, and meaningful season!
Ramadan
Ramadan is an important month of fasting, kindness, and reflection for Muslims around the world. This year, Ramadan is expected to begin on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, and continue until Thursday, March 19, 2026, depending on the sighting of the moon. During this special month, many Muslim families take part in daily prayer, acts of generosity, and fasting from sunrise to sunset.
At the end of Ramadan comes a joyful celebration called Eid al‑Fitr, expected to take place on March 19 & 20, 2026. Eid is a festive holiday when families gather, share meals, give gifts, and celebrate the end of the month‑long fast.
We wish all students and families observing Ramadan and celebrating Eid a peaceful, happy, and meaningful time!
Lost and Found Donated at Spring Break
The lost and found will be donated at spring break so please check your closets for any lost items before it is too late!
Dress for the Weather
- Students should come prepared for outdoor activities with waterproof jackets, long pants and boots
- Indoor shoes are recommended for comfort inside
- Recess, lunch, and KM Club continue outdoors in most weather conditions
- Indoor options are reserved for extreme weather
- Thank you for helping ensure students stay warm, dry, and ready to learn
Safety on School Grounds – Watch Where You’re Running!
As a school community, we want to ensure that all students feel safe and cared for before, during, and after school. Throughout the day, we are encouraging students to be mindful of one another by walking in the hallways, moving safely around the school grounds, and taking a moment to look around before heading off to where they’re going. Recently, we’ve had a few collisions when students were moving too quickly, and we want to prevent any further injuries.
We kindly ask families to remind their children to move carefully on school property, especially during busy drop‑off and pick‑up times, and to watch out for younger and smaller peers. Your support helps keep our school a safe place for everyone.
Reminder: Toys and Valuables at School
We kindly ask families to ensure that students do not bring toys or valuable personal items to school. These items often lead to conflict between students, feelings of jealousy, and unnecessary distractions during learning time.
Additionally, the school cannot take responsibility for any personal belongings that are brought from home and become lost, damaged, or misplaced. To help keep our school environment positive, focused, and safe for all learners, we strongly recommend that these items remain at home.
Thank you for your support in helping all students have a great day at school!
Student Absences
- Be sure to let the office know when your child will be absent from school.
- Call the office at 604-530-9973 and leave a message or send an email to LFEAttendance@sd35.bc.ca
The Lunch Lady
- Order your March lunch now.
- Log in
Library Information
The 20 Minute Reading Challenge:
Visit the Langley Fundamental Elementary website to find monthly reading sheets.
Library Donation
We’re grateful to the BC Hydro Power Pioneers Association for their generous donation to support new library books at Langley Fundamental Elementary. This year, Power Pioneers partnered with the Langley School District Foundation to help two selected schools strengthen literacy and learning through expanded library resources. Thank you for enriching our communities and supporting students!
The Scholastic Book Fair is nest week!
Monday, March 2nd (8:15-3:00)
Tuesday, March 3rd (8.15-3.00)
Wednesday, March 4th (8.15-5.00)
Thursday, March 5th (8.15-2.00)
Students will be viewing and buying during their regular book exchange time. Students can also buy before and after school. Divisions 9, 13, 14 and 17 have been scheduled to view and buy at the book fair on Monday, March 2nd due to the Student Inclusive Conferences on Wednesday and Thursday.
Please do not return books to the library during the book fair since there will be no exchanges.
Volunteers Needed:
We need volunteers to help run the Book Fair; especially during the peak times of before and after school. Please sing up at: HERE
The 20 Minute Reading Challenge: March home reading sheets have been sent home this week. Please return February sheets by March 6th, since prizes will take place March 9th - 13th. Follow the link for pdf reading sheets.
PAC Information
Grade 5 Camp Fundraising Information
- The date has been set! Camp Stillwood has been booked for May 22nd!
- Stay tuned for candy sales after school! $2
- Cedar Rim Gift Card Fundraiser – Feb 23 – March 9th just in time for spring break planting. Gift cards will be available in the amount of $25, $50, & $100.
- Follow the link for the order form. Cedar Rim Nursery.pdf
Info from the School District
Message to Community from Minister of Education and Child Care
Health and safety continue to be a priority in our schools. We are sharing a letter from the Minister of Education and Child Care which provides information about health and safety in schools as well as resources to support students and families. Thank you to parents/guardians who continue to collaborate and cooperate with our staff, as we know they have an important role in ensuring a healthy, safe, and positive learning environment for all students.
Letter of Support from Minister Beare[97].pdf
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
City of Langley Open House – March 3, 2026
Information Poster: 11x17 Poster Let's Chat Langley City Open House 2026 FINAL.pdf
Middle and Secondary Schools on the Willoughby Slope
This week the Langley Board of Education announced the names of the two new schools in the Smith neighbourhood of the Willoughby Slope. The schools are currently under construction and are expected to be completed in fall 2027.
The new secondary school is named Emery Dosdall Secondary. The late Emery Dosdall was a longtime Superintendent in the Langley School District as well as a former Deputy Minister of Education in the BC government. You can read more about it in the media release here.
The new middle school is named stɑtl̓əw̓ Middle School. stɑtl̓əw̓ is a word that means ‘little river’ or ‘little creek’ in the hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ language, and the name stɑtl̓əw̓ signifies an acknowledgment of the land, the preservation of the hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ language, and a renewed commitment to truth and reconciliation. Phonetic pronunciation [stot – low].You can read more about it in the media release here.
ELEM: Gifts and Gatherings - Ready, Set, Learn Sessions
As you communicate with your incoming Kindergarten families, please share the information regarding Gifts and Gatherings - Ready, Set, Learn Sessions below and the attached flyer with the dates and locations.
Gifts and Gatherings is a 90-minute program from 8:30am - 10am hosted weekly at one of the Langley Strong Start sites. Any family member or caregiver is welcome to participate along with children ages 0-5 years. Families will explore activities that emphasize indigenous perspectives, highlighting the many interconnected gifts of land, people and animals. Experiences may include: art, sensory exploration, story-time, table top activities and more. During each session, participants will receive a gift that will allow families to continue to explore their learning at home. The program is intended to build connections between families and the school and to support children in their transition into Kindergarten. Please see the flyer at the link below with locations and dates.
Indigenous Supports
Community Information
Info from the Ministry of Education
Student Learning Survey 2025/2026
The Provincial Student Learning Survey is unique in its scope, size and usefulness to schools. It gathers information from parents/guardians/caregivers, teachers, and students on topics related to school environment, safety, and achievement. The information is used for planning in individual schools and provides a district and provincial perspective.
Early in 2026 the Student Learning Survey will be administered to students in grade 4, their parents/guardians/caregivers, and all school staff. We encourage parents/guardians/caregivers to participate in this survey, as the results are important in identifying and celebrating current strengths, as well as determining where the school needs to focus improvement. The surveys contain standard questions for the Province – in addition, questions from the school and/or district that focus on local conditions or issues may be included.
The survey can be completed electronically and can be accessed on the Internet at https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/education-training/k-12/support/student-learning-survey. Any computer or mobile device with an Internet connection can be used, and access to the e-survey is simple and secure. The survey can be accessed through the link and by clicking on Take the Survey. On the login page, click on the Parents icon, and then select the school district and school name where your child attends school. Provincial, District and School Reports for previous years can be viewed at the same site under the Results section.
The e-survey site will be open until May 1, 2026.
If you have any questions, please contact the school at 604-530-9973.