Dear DG Families,
Black Excellence Day is January 15th!
As a lead up to Black History Month, which is February, Black Excellence Day is a day to rejoice Black history and learn about Black stories, Black art and Black people, and a day to stand in solidarity with Black Canadians.
- Black Excellence Day was created by Ninandotoo Society and takes place on January 15th each year (or the preceding Friday if it falls on a weekend or holiday).
- January 15th is in honour of the great civil rights leader, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. who was born on January 15, 1929.
- The contributions of Black Canadians and the ongoing civil rights struggle of Black Canadians often go unacknowledged in our history books and school curriculum.
- The term Black Excellence was born out of the civil rights movement in the 1960s.
In celebration of Black Excellence Day, and throughout Black History Month, we will be learning about the struggles and contributions of notable Black Canadians.
We are also looking forward to a presentation from Ndidi Cascade and Originz later this month. Ndidi is a Vancouver-born-and-based hip-hop artist who is of Nigerian/Italian/Irish heritage. A songwriter, vocalist, educator, and curator Ndidi has showcased her music globally, opening for talents such as Wu-Tang Clan, De La Soul & Femi Kuti. She’s been to our school previously, and we are thrilled to welcome her back! The Originz presentation highlights the importance of staying centered in self and in community; appreciating other’s differences while acknowledging and honouring those who came before us. This interactive musical performance gives audience members an opportunity to participate in rapping, dancing, beatboxing and more! Thank you, DG PAC, for helping us bring in this dynamic presentation!
Reminder to Crochet Club Members
Participants of the Crochet Club: A reminder to bring a large ziplock bag (roughly 10.5” x 11”), labelled with your fist and last name, to contain your crochet project so that they don’t get tangled with other projects. Thank you!
Information from the School District
French Immersion for the 2026-27 School Year
Discover French Immersion in Delta!
Do you, or does someone you know, have a child interested in French Immersion starting in September?
The Delta School District offers two French Immersion Programs:
EARLY French Immersion
(Kindergarten to Grade 12)
Online Info Presentation: https://vimeo.com/649615646
In-Person Parent Info Nights (it is highly recommended that all interested parents/guardians attend):
- Jan 13, 2026 – 6:30 PM at Burnsview Secondary
- Jan 14, 2026 – 6:30 PM at South Delta Secondary
Application Deadline: Jan 22, 2026 at 4 PM
LATE French Immersion
(Grade 6 to Grade 12)
Info Presentation: https://vimeo.com/503206055
In-Person Info Nights (it is highly recommended that all interested parents/guardians attend):
- Feb 10, 2026 – 6:30 PM at Chalmers Elementary
- Feb 11, 2026 – 6:30 PM at Cliff Drive Elementary
Application Deadline: Feb 12, 2026 at 4 PM
✅ Online Applications open January 4 at 8:00 AM
Available on the Delta School District Website
(Note: This is an application form, not a registration form – An application must be completed first.)
Don’t wait—start the process now!
If this information doesn’t apply to your family, please share with someone who might be interested.
Please watch for the Zoom link and agenda, via email on Monday.
PAC Popcorn Sale Wednesday!
Dine-In / Take-Out Fundraiser with White Spot (72nd & Scott Road) – January 15th & February 12th
Looking for an easy dinner plan to enjoy with family and friends while also supporting the school?
PAC Family Movie Night Volunteers Needed
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C044CADAB23ABFDC07-61587989-jan#/
Movie Night Orders – Deadline Jan 22nd
PAC Fundraisers ongoing throughout the year
For information about the following fundraisers, please click the logos.
Questions? Send an email to pacdevongardens@gmail.com.
Click image for more info
Use code DevGardens26, $5 from each registration goes back to our school
Click image for more info
Use your personal Return-It account by clicking donate and looking up Devon Gardens Elementary
click image for more info
Mention Devon Gardens Elementary at checkout, 10% of your purchase becomes credit for the school
click image for more info
Use this link https://mabelslabels.ca/en-CA/fundraising/support to make a purchase and 20% of your purchase becomes goes back to our school
North Delta Basketball
January 4th – 22nd: EARLY French Immersion (Kindergarten entry) applications for 26-27 school year available on the School District website Application deadline 4pm, Jan 22nd
January 4th – February 12th: LATE French Immersion (Gr 6 entry) applications for 26-27 school year available on the School District website Application deadline 4pm, Feb12th
Monday, January 12th – PAC Meeting, 7pm
Tuesday, January 13th – Kindergarten French Immersion info night (Burnsview, 6:30pm)
Wednesday, January 14th – PAC recess popcorn sale $1/bag (limit 2/student)
Wednesday, January 14th – Kindergarten French Immersion info night (SDSS, 6:30pm)
Thursday, January 15th – Black Excellence Day
Thursday, January 15th – Dine in/Take out Fundraiser at White Spot (Scott Rd & 72nd)
Monday, January 19th – Originz hip hop presentation
Thursday, January 22nd – deadline for PAC movie night orders, 2:30pm
Thursday, January 22nd – PAC special lunch day (Mary Browns Chicken)
Thursday, January 22nd – Term 2 previews sent home electronically
Thursday, January 22nd – application deadline for Early French Immersion program (Kindergarten entry), 4:00pm
Friday, January 23rd – Pro-D day (no school for students)
Tuesday, January 27th – Math Festival for all classes
Friday, January 30th – PAC movie night
For other upcoming events, please refer to the calendar on the school website:
https://dg.deltasd.bc.ca/news-events/monthly-calendar/