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This fine group of students pictured were the school challenge winners and represented Sandy Hill in the Library Challenge held at Clearbrook Elementary recently. Teams from public and independent schools in Abbotsford participated in the Library Challenge. With their diligent studying of all 6 books, our Reckless Readers were victorious! They will be moving on to the next competition, the Community Challenge, to be held in Fort Langley on April 22nd.

We thank all participants and hope everyone had a great time reading the books.

Mrs. Adi’s and Mrs. A. Hall’s classes were joined by leadership students from Robert Bateman Secondary School as part of a Big Buddy visit. Together, they enriched students’ learning about St. Patrick’s Day traditions and celebrations by designing and building creative leprechaun traps. The students enjoyed collaborating with their big buddies and sharing in the fun and excitement of the activity! 🍀

Mrs. Adi and Mrs. Harrison’s classes celebrated Family & Culture Day in Kindergarten! It was a special opportunity for classes to recognize and honour the many unique cultures, traditions, and family stories that make our classroom communities so special.

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The spring season is approaching which means warmer weather and more outdoor activities. It’s also an opportunity to foster new healthy habits for our children. Here are five practical tips for school-aged kids to make the most of this season.  

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Mrs. Adi and Mrs. A. Hall were excited to welcome a new group of Leadership students from Bateman Secondary into the classroom, where they supported our learning and activities centered around Kindness Day.

Last Friday Sandy Hill celebrated 100 days of learning and growth. Students, and some staff, dressed up in their 100 day creations or as 100-year-olds. During the day classes created projects using 100 items and practice counting to 100 in fun and creative ways. This celebration helps children recognize their hard work and builds excitement for the rest of the school year.

As part of Carnaval celebrations, last week all staff and students enjoyed a pancake breakfast in the gym listening to French music with Bonhomme and Sunny.

Lastly Bonhomme delivered maple cookies to the school for everyone to enjoy! 

Black History Month is a time to celebrate the achievements, history, and contributions of Black individuals who have shaped our world. 

Last week Irene Nviiri shared her story in a school wide presentation to students. Her presentation was intended to convey the importance of everyone to engage in Black History Month and to create curiosity and inquiry about Black heritage. 

This week Yale Secondary students visited our school to read to classes sharing important stories about Black history. 

We've had a few busy days celebrating French Carnaval. So far the students have enjoyed the Maple Man, French plays, searching for Bonhomme around the school, making ice sculptures for a contest and creating a beautiful mural for the foyer. Next up is our pancakes with Bonhomme and Sunny!