Dear DG Families,
Welcome back to school and to the final term of the 2022-23 school year. We hope that all of you have a very restful and enjoyable Spring Break!
Class Photos
Class photos will be taken on Friday, March 31st (rain or shine). We will aim to take pictures outside but in the case of rain,… Read more »
Subway Sandwiches Lunch (Gluten-free bread option available) – Thursday, Apr 6
Cobs Buns and Cinnamon Buns Lunch – Thursday, Apr 20
Boston Pizza Lunch (Gluten-free option available) – Thursday, May 4
Booster Juice (smoothies and wraps) – Thursday, May 25
Panago Pizza Lunch (Gluten-free option available) – Friday, Jun 16
Deadline to submit online orders – Wednesday,… Read more »
Dear DG Families,
We want to take this time to wish all of you a wonderful spring break. Spring break will be from Monday, March 13 until Friday, March 24. Schools will reopen on Monday, March 27th and we look forward to welcoming students back to school at that time.
Thank you for supporting the Book Fair! … Read more »
Dear DG Families,
Our school Science Fair was last week and it was very well attended – thank you, families!. We love how supportive the DG community is! A big thank you, as well, to the participating students for sharing their learning and to their teachers for work in helping their students get ready and all the behind the scenes organization!… Read more »
Dear DG Families,
February is Black History Month
Do you know about Emery Barnes? He first moved to British Columbia to play for the B.C. Lions and helped them win a Grey Cup in 1964. After
retiring from sports, he became a Member of the Legislative Assembly and, in 1994,… Read more »
The Delta School District is committed to transparent budget planning and resource allocation that is directly aligned with the strategic vision, goals and objectives established by the Board. It is our sincere hope that as many voices as possible engage in the annual budget input process to provide feedback on their funding priorities for the upcoming school year…. Read more »
Dear DG Families,
February is Black History Month
Do you know the story of John Sullivan Deas (as in “Deas Island”)? A tinsmith by trade, John Sullivan Deas became the leading canner on the Fraser River in the 1870’s. Deas Island, where the cannery was located, bears his name. Check out this video to learn more!… Read more »
Dear DG Families,
February is Black History Month
Black History Month provides us with the opportunity to celebrate and learn about the many achievements and contributions of Black individuals and communities, despite having endured historical and continuing inequality and oppression. BC has a rich Black history dating back to Canada’s colonial origins…. Read more »
Panago Pizza Lunch – Thursday Feb 2
Other information to note:
Proceeds from all hot lunch fundraising will be administered by the PAC and go towards the purchase of school/student/classroom needs/supplies/events, etc.
No additional utensils or condiments will be provided. Please feel free to send a drink, etc. to supplement your child(s) order…. Read more »
Dear DG Families,
Thank you to all our families who joined us for Student Led Conferences last week!
Jess Dance Hip Hop Lessons
We are excited to let you know that on February 13th, 14th, 15th and 16th, a dance group called Jess Dance will be teaching students dance choreography…. Read more »
Dear DG Families,
Lunar New Year Assembly Tomorrow
Lunar New Year begins on Jan 22. It is a celebration of the arrival of spring and the beginning of a new year on the lunisolar calendar. This year is the year of the Rabbit. In order to celebrate and bring in this new season and year, … Read more »
Kindergarten registration for the 2023/24 school year runs from February 13-24, 2023. This year, parents/guardians will be able to register their child online or in-person. Detailed instructions on how to register will be posted on the district’s website in early February.
Delta School District offers a wide range of learning options for all students: Please click the links below for more information:
Delta’s Traditional Schools
French Immersion Registration
International Baccalaureate Program
Montessori Program
Home Quest
Happy Holidays from the Delta School District and Board of Education.
Schools will be closed from December 19 until January 2, with classes resuming on Tuesday, January 3, 2023.
A Message from Doug Sheppard, Superintendent of Schools
I am thankful we have been able to resume to almost normal school operations this fall after more than two years of navigating continued changes due to the pandemic…. Read more »
At the inaugural Board meeting last night, four trustees – Nimmi Daula, Ammen Dhillon, Masako Gooch and Joe Muego – were sworn in for the first time, alongside returning trustees Erica Beard, Nick Kanakos and Val Windsor. The ceremony took place at the Delta School Board offices on Harvest Drive in Ladner…. Read more »
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN FRENCH IMMERSION?
Delta School District is sharing pre-recorded presentations and hosting online Parent Information Nights in November, December and January. Join us to hear from French Immersion students, teachers, principals and coordinators.
THERE ARE TWO FRENCH IMMERSION PROGRAMS OFFERED IN DELTA
EARLY French Immersion Program (Kindergarten to Grade 12) and LATE French Immersion Program (Grade 6 to Grade 12)…. Read more »
WEATHER INFORMATION 2022/23
Announcements of District-wide Closures and/or Delayed Openings of Schools and/or School Closures
A reminder to parents/guardians, students, and staff of the Delta School District’s winter weather procedures and announcements:
All schools in the Delta School District will remain OPEN if at all possible during winter weather, including snowfalls…. Read more »
We hope you have had an enjoyable summer break and been able to catch up with family and friends. We are excited to welcome students back to school next Tuesday (September 6) to continue our mission of inspiring and nurturing thriving, future-ready learners.
For the coming school year, we will continue to focus on our strategic priorities of ensuring learning success and graduation for all students,… Read more »
School trustees are elected members of a board of education. They represent the public and advocate for public education in their community. They have one primary mandate: improving learning for all students.
Local school trustee elections allow the community an important opportunity to lead and oversee investment in public education. The next local elections will be held on October 15,… Read more »
As I look back on this past school year, the fall of 2021 seems like a distant memory. It’s hard to believe that we started the school year with numerous communicable disease health and safety restrictions and measures in place. Thankfully, since Spring Break, we have been able to resume more normal school operations,… Read more »
Grade 4 student Ryan, from Devon Gardens Elementary, has been awarded the Alumni Choice Award for presenting a detailed project about his uncle, Squamish Nation artist Xwalacktun Rick Harry, at the recent Provincial Heritage Fair.
You can view Ryan’s award-winning presentation here:
Watch video
View presentation slides
“I chose to write my Heritage Project on Rick Harry because he is part of my family and part of my heritage…. Read more »
