Image: Reconciliation Post by TFN Artist Karl Morgan, located at the School Board Office
By Karen McDonald, Indigenous Success Coordinator, Indigenous Education Department, Delta School District
For almost a decade, students and staff in the Delta School District have recognized Orange Shirt Day on September 30th by wearing orange inspired by Phyllis Webstad’s personal experience of arriving at the St…. Read more »
Hello Hornets,
Another great way to support the school and PAC is to order some Spirit Wear. There’s lots of variety to choose from, including colour choices! Parents/Guardians, maybe you’ll find something for yourself too!
There are two forms attached. One is a guide and the other is the order form. … Read more »
2023/2024 School Year
The Holly PAC is excited to launch another successful hot lunch program this year, which will include some new meal choices and add-ons! Please see details below.
Holly Hot Lunch 2023… Read more »
Holly PAC is pleased to host another Neufeld Farms fundraiser! Orders are open until Thursday, September 21st and order pickup will be held outside the office on Thursday, September 28th starting at 2:45! Please feel free to share our fundraiser with family & friends to help us raise money for the kids!… Read more »
We wish all Delta students, families, and staff a wonderful school year ahead.
Hopefully, you’ve all had an opportunity to rest, relax, recharge, and spend time with family and friends over the summer. We are excited to welcome students back to school next Tuesday (September 5) to continue our mission of inspiring and nurturing thriving,… Read more »
What a pleasure it was to return to normal school operations last September. It’s been a joy to watch students and staff reconnect and throw themselves back into a myriad of events and activities that were suspended during the pandemic. We have also witnessed students tackling serious real-world challenges, including mental health,… Read more »
As summer break approaches, Minister Singh would like to thank everyone in the education system for their extraordinary efforts and accomplishments during the 2022/23 school year.Minister’s end of year letter to students, parents and caregiversMinister’s end-of-year video to students, parents and caregivers… Read more »
Please see attached message from Fraser Health
Schools and Wildfire Smoke… Read more »
A reminder to please avoid the parking lot at Holly Elementary this summer.
Starting Tuesday, July 11, the parking lot will be closed to foot traffic and vehicles while it is re-paved. Families with children attending the daycare onsite will need to park on the street and walk to the daycare…. Read more »
At the June 6, 2023 Public Board Meeting, Board Chair Val Windsor delivered the following message:
As you know, this is our final Public Board Meeting of the 2022/2023 school year, and as is customary, I would like to take a moment to reflect on the events of the past year…. Read more »
2023/24 Budget Recommendations
BACKGROUND
Delta School District staff and the Board of Trustees are committed to a thoughtful, strategic and student-centred approach to balancing the budget each year. A balanced budget is a stipulation of the School Act.
2023/24 BUDGET OVERVIEW
The Annual Operating Budget for 2023/24 is $187.3 million, up by $6.2 million from the 2022/2023 Amended Annual Operating Budget of $181.1 million…. Read more »
**Also looking for Grade 6/7 students to help volunteer.
In the Lego® after-school hands-on class, students build machines, buildings, vehicles, and other structures out of LEGO® bricks, using one-of-a-kind model plans. Instructional content is multi-disciplinary and designed by educators to increase students’ general knowledge and introduce S.T.E.M. (science, technology, engineering, and math) concepts related to the day’s model…. 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 »
What is Late French Immersion?
The major goal of Delta’s Late French Immersion program is to provide the opportunity for non-Francophone students to become functionally bilingual in English and French. This is a Grade 6 to 12 program.
You can find more information about Delta’s French Immersion Programs at: www.deltasd.bc.ca/programs/french-immersion/
Late French Immersion Dates and Deadlines
Late French Immersion Online Application will be available starting:
Jan 4,… 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
Tuesday, February 14, 2022
9:00 am – 12:00 pm in the Multipurpose Room
More details and registration form can be found on the district website
https://www.deltasd.bc.ca/schools/student-registration/
The following documents are required for registration:
For all students entering K-12
Appropriate proof of citizenship or status in Canada for both students and parents,… Read more »
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 »