Strike Day on Friday, June 6

 Please note that teacher job action stemming from ongoing contract negotiations means that there will be another strike day at all Vancouver schools on Friday, June 6. The VSB is asking parents to not send their children to school on Friday, June 6, and to seek alternate childcare arrangements as needed.

One-day strike on Monday, May 26

UPDATE: Hastings Community Centre will be providing a one-day camp on Monday for families who need childcare. Registration begins at 3 pm on Wednesday.

 Please note that teacher job action stemming from ongoing contract negotiations means that there will be a one-day strike in all Vancouver schools on Monday, May 26. The VSB is asking parents to not send their children to school on Monday, May 26, and to seek alternate childcare arrangements as needed.

NO SCHOOL Monday, May 19

Please note that Monday, May 19th  is the Victoria Day holiday and the school will be closed. See you on Tuesday!

NO SCHOOL Monday, April 28

Please note that Monday, April 28th  is a Professional Development Day for teachers and there is NO SCHOOL for students on that day. See you on Tuesday!

Spring Break!

Spring Break has begun! Due to Spring Break and District Closure, Dr. A. R. Lord will be closed until Monday, March 31. Rest up and we'll see you then!

Early Dismissal March 12

Wednesday, March 12th is an early dismissal day for all students.

Parents or guardians, please arrange for your children to be picked up at 2 pm. Note that after-school programs have been cancelled on this day.

Parent-Teacher interviews will be conducted by all teachers from 2 pm onward. If you have missed setting up an interview time or have further questions, please contact the school office at 604-713-4620.

NO SCHOOL Friday, February 21

Please note that Friday, February 21st  is a Professional Development Day for teachers and there is NO SCHOOL for students on that day. See you on Monday!

NO SCHOOL Monday, February 10

Please note that Monday, February 10th is BC Family Day and the school will be closed. See you on Tuesday!

NO SCHOOL Friday, January 31

Please note that Friday, January 31st  is a Professional Development Day for teachers and there is NO SCHOOL for students on that day. See you on Monday!

NO SCHOOL Friday, November 22

Please note that Friday, November 22nd is a Professional Development Day for teachers and there is NO SCHOOL for students on that day. See you on Monday!

NO SCHOOL Monday, November 11

There will be no school on Monday, November 11 for the Remembrance Day holiday. Take the time to think about peace in our world. See you Tuesday!

Early Dismissal Tuesday & Wednesday this week

Remember that all students will be dismissed at 2 pm on Tuesday and Wednesday, November 5 & 6, for Parent-Teacher conferences. Please make arrangements to have your children picked up at 2 pm on both days.

The Clay after-school program will not take place on Tuesday due to the early dismissal.

NO SCHOOL Friday, October 25

Please note that Friday, October 25th is a Professional Development Day for teachers and there is NO SCHOOL for students on that day. See you on Monday!

NO SCHOOL Monday, October 14

Please note that Monday, October 14th is Thanksgiving Day and the school is closed on that day. See you on Tuesday!

NO SCHOOL Friday, September 27

Please note that Friday, September 27th is a Professional Development Day for teachers and there is NO SCHOOL for students on that day. See you on Monday!

NO SCHOOL Friday, May 10

Please note that Friday, May 10th is a Professional Development Day for teachers and there is NO SCHOOL for students on that day. See you on Monday!

NO SCHOOL Friday, April 19

Please note that Friday, April 19th is a Professional Development Day for teachers and there is NO SCHOOL for students on that day. See you on Monday!

Have a fun Spring Break!

Spring Break has begun! Next week is our Spring Break at Dr. A. R. Lord, and the following week is District Closure, followed by Easter. We'll see you all back at school on Tuesday, April 2.

Early Dismissal March 13

Wednesday, March 13th is an early dismissal day for all students.

Parents or guardians, please arrange for your children to be picked up at 2 pm. Note that after-school programs have been cancelled on this day.

Parent-Teacher interviews will be conducted by all teachers from 2 pm onward. If you have missed setting up an interview time or have further questions, please contact the school office at 604-713-4620.

NO SCHOOL Monday, February 11

Remember that Monday February 11th is the new Family Day statutory holiday in B.C. There will be no school or afterschool programs for students on that day. See you on Tuesday!