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A heartfelt thank you for all your support throughout the year. Reading at home, helping with homework, volunteering for field trips, grade 5 committees and special events, purchasing hot lunch and popcorn, all contribute to the school community.

A special thank you to our PAC executives who you may see around the school volunteering but also have many behind the scene roles. 

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Pete Nuij as Assistant Superintendent, effective June 16, 2025.

With more than two decades of experience in public education, Pete brings a wealth of knowledge and leadership to his new role. He has served as a teacher, school-based administrator, District Principal, Director of Instruction, and most recently, Associate Superintendent of Education Services with the Vancouver School Board.

Last week was the East Zone intermediate track and field at Rotary Stadium. It was a gorgeous sunny day and students performed proudly with Sandy Hill pride. 

Sandy Hill was recently the birthplace to salmon, butterflies, chicks and ducks! Always a busy place for some fun learning.

Please read the following important message from Fraser Health.

The second Freezie Friday was just as successful as the first one. $416 worth of freezies were sold. The goal overall is $1000 raised for Archway Community Services so they are well on their way! Thank you for your support of our Intermediate students and their community service project.

It's the big book grab! Sandy Hill students (and staff) had the opportunity to pick free books from generous donations collected by the community. Books inspire, educate, bring joy and foster a love of reading! 

This National Accessibility Week, we took time to highlight the many ways our schools can become more accessible, inclusive, and welcoming for all students—regardless of ability.

Throughout the week, we shared:

• Tips for supporting students with hearing differences, from improving classroom acoustics to using captions in virtual meetings.

All of our grade 5 students enjoyed a field trip to parkour!

The first Freezie Friday was a huge success! $424 was raised for Archway Community Services. Thank you for your support of our Intermediate students and their community service project.