Artwork around our school

Division 5 is learning to paint like Emily Carr! Their end of the hallway has been brightened up by an Emily Carr-style mural of a brooding sky with West Coast conifers in the foreground. They employed painting techniques such as painting on the bristles only, leaving visible brush strokes and blending colours, by putting two colours on the brush at once.

PAC Meeting Reminder

Date: WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 7
Time: 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Location: School Library

Everyone is welcome to attend this meeting.
Child minding will be available.

We encourage all parents/guardians to participate in creating a thriving school community by volunteering in any capacity for school programs, events and fundraisers.

For further information please contact the PAC Executive by e-mail or with a letter through the school's Main Office.

Artwork around our school

Division 4 has been reading the book "Somewhere Today: A Book of Peace".  Here are some of their visions of how we can create peace in the world.

Somewhere Today...

Someone is making peace in the world.

Someone is helping a neighbour to do a chore.

Someone is speaking up for a friend instead of walking away.

REMINDER: Movie Night this Friday, December 2

The Polar Express
Rated PG. Running time 100 minutes.

Doors Open 6:15 pm
Movie Starts 6:45 pm

ADMISSION FREE
Dr. A. R. Lord School Gym

 

Drinks & Snacks  $0.50-$1.00 each
Popcorn              $1.00 per bag

Family Room - available for younger children and their parents who aren’t able to sit quietly through the movie

50/50 Draw - 1 Ticket for $2 / 3 Tickets for $5 (proceeds to Grade 7 year-end activities)
Raffle - 1 Ticket for $2 / 3 Tickets for $5 (proceeds to PAC)

For more information visit http://arlordpac.blogspot.com/ or contact the PAC via e-mail or with a letter through the school’s Main Office.

Christmas Concert information

There will be two daytime Christmas concerts this year at Dr. A. R. Lord:

Wednesday, December 14, 2011 at 9:30 AM
Thursday, December 15, 2011 at 1:30 PM




Photos for School Slideshow:
Contributions to our school slideshow would be greatly appreciated.  Please burn your photos onto a CD and leave it in Ms. Young-Eng's letter box at the office by Monday, December 5.

Food Drive:
Our annual food drive will run from Monday, November 28 - Friday December 9.  Our goal is for each division to fill two Vancouver Food Bank boxes (that's about three items per student).  Thank you in advance for your donations!

Volunteers Needed:
Parent/grandparent volunteers are invited to help decorate the hallways and gym for our Christmas concerts. Please leave a note in Ms. Young-Eng's letter box if you are available to help decorate at any of the following times:

Thursday, December 1 - 3:00 - 4:00 pm
Wednesday, December 7 - 3:00 - 4:30 pm

Thursday, December 8 - 3:00 - 4:00 pm

Raffle:
Thanks to a generous donation from one of our families, two tickets to the January 4 Canucks game and a Canucks jersey signed by Dan Hamhuis will be raffled off this season.  Students have been sent home with tickets to sell to friends and family.  Tickets are 1 for $10 or 3 for $20.  The draw will be made at the December 15 concert.  You need not be present to win.  Proceeds will go directly to the school.

Fruit & Vegetable Program

This week the students will receive another delivery from the BC School Fruit & Vegetable Nutritional Program.


MANDARIN ORANGES

Mandarin oranges are grown on small (10 ft high), slender-twigged deciduous trees.

The tree is more drought-tolerant than the fruit. The mandarin is tender, and is damaged easily by cold.

Compared to other citrus fruits, Mandarin oranges have 6 to 7 times the amount of “synephrine” a naturally occurring decongestant to help with flu season!

For further information, fascinating facts and interesting history on this delicious fruit please read the PDF document on MANDARIN ORANGES.

Students will receive their delivery during class time on Wednesday. This snack is not meant to replace the foods students normally eat at school. Students can make their own decisions on whether to taste the fruits offered.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the PAC at arlordpac@gmail.com or contact the school administration at 604-713-4620.

Professional Development Day Friday, November 25

Please note that FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 25 is a Pro-D Day which means that there will be NO SCHOOL for any Dr. A.R. Lord students. See you on Monday!

Hot Lunch Reminder

This coming THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 24th is Hot Lunch Day at Dr. A. R. Lord Elementary School!

Students who have pre-ordered will enjoy a plate of pasta, fruit or vegetable, a glass of milk or water, and a tasty dessert.

For more information please contact the PAC Executive, or leave a letter at the School's Main Office.

Fruit & Vegetable Program

This week the students will receive another delivery from the BC School Fruit & Vegetable Nutritional Program.

ROYAL GALA APPLES

Apples are grown on deciduous trees (Malus domestica) which reach a height of 3 to 12 meters (9.8 to 39 ft).

Tens of thousands of varieties are grown worldwide.

Apples are a pomaceous fruit, meaning they have extra or accessory flesh around the core of seeds.

For further information, fascinating facts and interesting history on this delicious fruit please read the PDF document on APPLES.

Students will receive their delivery during class time on Thursday. This snack is not meant to replace the foods students normally eat at school. Students can make their own decisions on whether to taste the fruits offered.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the PAC at arlordpac@gmail.com or contact the school administration at 604-713-4620.

Donation needed!

The school is in need of a second digital camera to take photos of various school events and everyday student activities.  Do you have a spare, working digital camera just lying around the house?  Please bring it to school and know that it will be put to good use.

Seasonal Fundraiser

Purdy’s Chocolate Santa Lollipop

$2.00 per Lolly

Perfect stocking stuffer or tasty gift!

Premium Belgian Chocolate

No additives or preservatives

Purdy’s is Canadian Owned & Family Operated

Orders must be returned by November 28th

No limit on number of Lollipops ordered

Student with the most orders will receive a $25 gift card for Brentwood Mall stores
 
Order forms will be coming home with students on November 15 and must be returned to the office with exact change or cheque addressed to "Dr. A. R. Lord PAC".

Additional order forms are available here or from the school office.
 
For more information please contact the PAC executive.

PAC Meeting Minutes October 12, 2011

October's PAC Meeting Minutes are now online.  Please contact the PAC executive with any questions.

Movie Night - December 2

The Polar Express
Rated PG. Running time 100 minutes.

Doors Open 6:15 pm
Movie Starts 6:45 pm

ADMISSION FREE
Dr. A. R. Lord School Gym

 

Drinks & Snacks  $0.50-$1.00 each
Popcorn              $1.00 per bag

Family Room - available for younger children and their parents who aren’t able to sit quietly through the movie

50/50 Draw - 1 Ticket for $2 / 3 Tickets for $5 (proceeds to Grade 7 year-end activities)
Raffle - 1 Ticket for $2 / 3 Tickets for $5 (proceeds to PAC)

For more information visit http://arlordpac.blogspot.com/ or contact the PAC via e-mail or with a letter through the school’s Main Office.

Donate your used toys and games

Do you have any gently used toys, board games, or puzzles for school-aged children that you no longer need?

Dr. A. R. Lord School would greatly appreciate toys that are in good working condition for our rainy day activities for students.

Other household items may be useful to the school too – check with us first!

To donate, please contact the PAC.

Thank you!

No School on November 11 & November 14

Please note that the school will be CLOSED on November 11th and November 14th for Remembrance Day and for a District Closure Day.  We'll see you back on Tuesday, November 15th.

Remembrance Day Assembly

Thursday, November 10th
11:00am
School Gymnasium

All parents, guardians, caregivers and families are welcome to attend the school's Remembrance Day Assembly where students will be singing "Just One Candle".

Hot Lunch Reminder

This coming THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 10th is Hot Lunch Day at Dr. A. R. Lord Elementary School!

Students who have pre-ordered will enjoy a yummy hot dog with fruit or vegetable and a tasty dessert.

For more information please contact the PAC Executive, or leave a letter at the School's Main Office.

PAC Meeting Reminder

Date: WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 9
Time: 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Location: School Library

Everyone is welcome to attend this meeting.
Child minding will be available.

We encourage all parents/guardians to participate in creating a thriving school community by volunteering in any capacity for school programs, events and fundraisers.

For further information please contact the PAC Executive by e-mail or with a letter through the school's Main Office.

Fruit & Vegetable Program

This week the students received another delivery from the BC School Fruit & Vegetable Nutritional Program.

BARTLETT PEARS

A pear is a fruit that varies from apple-shaped to teardrop-shaped.

Its skin colour ranges from green and light yellow to red and brown.

If you pull on the stem and it comes out easily, the pear is ripe.

For further information, fascinating facts and interesting history on this delicious fruit please read the PDF document on PEARS.

Students received their delivery during class time on Friday. This snack is not meant to replace the foods students normally eat at school. Students can make their own decisions on whether to taste the fruits offered.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the PAC or the school administration at 604-713-4620.

Did You Know?

• All students in our school participate in Music and Movement classes
   
• At A.R. Lord we are lucky to have 2 music teachers – Ms. Ewing and Ms. Young-Eng
  
  
   
• Our students learn basic music theory and get to play a variety of musical instruments
   
• Our students learn traditional dances like the Virginia Reel and the Pasodoble along with more contemporary moves like hip-hop and flash mob dances
   

• Music and dance helps our students express themselves positively and connect with others. It benefits language and mathematical skills and their health.
   

Halloween Assembly

Our October 31st Halloween assembly was attended by spooks, ghouls, and many species of living creatures!  Vice-Principal and temporary witch Mrs. Gray read some spooky Halloween stories, and all students who wished to display their costumes could walk across the stage.  We were reminded of some ways to keep Halloween safe, and even treated to some Halloween safety rules set to music, performed by our older students, and composed by them in collaboration with their "buddies" in the younger grades. 

Parents are always welcome to attend school assemblies at Lord.
We hope you had a great Halloween!

Scaredy-Cat Splat read by Mrs. Gray

Mario and an attentive chicken 

some great costumes!

Friday Pumpkin Patch

Despite threatening weather and bad traffic, DARLAA made Friday a special day for the students at Dr. A.R. Lord.  The back lawn was transformed into a pumpkin patch, where each student chose their own pumpkin to take home.  DARLAA volunteers stuck around all day to help the students with pumpkin carving, pumpkin stories, and even some special pumpkin math!

setting up

decisions, decisions

this one!

too heavy!

happy mayhem

thank you, DARLAA!



Garden Update

leeks in the garden

We've been busy in the garden this fall!  Students have made a stir-fry, tasted many different herbs and vegetables, eaten arugula pesto, harvested beans, and planted garlic.

Division 4 planting garlic

More activities will continue throughout the fall and winter, as the garden is still full of winter sprouting broccoli, collard greens, and leeks.

a late broccoli sprout

Thanks to Ms. Watson and Ms. Young for continuing to bring their classes into the garden, soon to be joined by Ms. Andersen.

DARLAA Pumpkin Patch on Friday, October 28

DARLAA, the Dr. A.R. Lord Alumni Association, will be bringing a pumpkin patch to the city on Friday, October 28!

The DARLAA volunteers will be on site for the entire school day spending time with students and teachers. They will be setting up a fantastic Pumpkin Patch at the school with enough pumpkins for every student to be able to take one home. DARLAA volunteers will spend the rest of the day helping with pumpkin activities in the classrooms - decorating, carving and even some special pumpkin math!

Dr. A. R. Lord Elementary School is very lucky to have such dedicated and enthusiastic past students who are great role models and inspiration for the current student population.

Thanks for A Great Cross-Country Season!

Dr. A.R. Lord's Cross-Country Team had their final meet today at Trout Lake.  The weather was better than we could have imagined and it was great to see our students' yellow jerseys and smiling faces among the many hundreds of participants attending from around the city. 

Thanks to the students for such a great attitude and for attending morning practices, and an extra-special thanks to Ms. Burke and Ms. O'Neill for their time and dedication, and for making this possible for our students.

Picture Day!

A reminder to all families that Monday, October 24 is PICTURE DAY for all students.

Order forms have been sent home for you to choose poses and background colour.  Bring the forms with you on Monday, but please do not bring money yet.

The photographer suggests that you wear solid colour clothing for best results.

Smile!

Professional Development Day October 21

Please note that FRIDAY, OCTOBER 21 is a Pro-D Day which means that there will be NO SCHOOL for any Dr. A.R. Lord students.  See you on Monday!

Fruit & Vegetable Program

This week the students will receive another delivery from the BC School Fruit & Vegetable Nutritional Program.

CARROTS

Carrots grow in the ground.

The root is the part we eat, it grows downwards into the soil and swells.

Carrots come in many sizes and shapes: round, cylindrical, fat, very small, long or thin.

Carrots are the second most popular vegetable in the world, next to the potato.

Carrots truly do improve eyesight.

For further information, fascinating facts and interesting history on this crunchy vegetable please read the PDF document on CARROTS.

Students will receive their carrots during class time on Wednesday. This snack is not meant to replace the foods students normally eat at school. Students can make their own decisions on whether to taste the vegetables offered.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the PAC at arlordpac@gmail.com or contact the school administration at 604-713-4620.

Fall Hot Lunch Dates

Hot lunch order forms went home today. The following hot lunch dates are planned for the fall:

October 28 - PIZZA

November 10 - HOT DOGS

November 24 - PASTA

Hot lunch includes main, choice of milk or water, a fruit or vegetable and a dessert for $3.00.

Forms are due back to the office by Monday, October 24.  For extra forms, please see Cynthia in the office or print this one.

PAC Meeting Minutes September 20, 2011

Minutes for the PAC meeting on September 20 are now online.  Please contact the PAC Executive for any clarifications.

Performances At Our School

At Dr. A.R. Lord, our lucky students went to two performances this week.

On Wednesday, Parks Canada's Beaver Tales Theatre came to our school to present "Justine Beaver's Excellent Adventure".  The play incorporates music and comedy into themes of the environment, ecosystems, and the outdoors, as well as Canadian history and geography.

On Friday, Green Thumb Theatre presented their play "Role Call".  Role Call tells the story of three young actors dealing with issues around self esteem, peer pressure, and personal identity using humour and song.

Thanks to the actors from both companies for bringing this wonderful, diverse entertainment to all of our students!

PAC Meeting Reminder

Date: WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 12
Time: 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Location: School Library

Everyone is welcome to attend this meeting.
Child minding will be available.

We encourage all parents/guardians to participate in creating a thriving school community by volunteering in any capacity for school programs, events and fundraisers.

For further information please contact the PAC Executive by e-mail or with a letter through the school's Main Office.

PAC Meeting Minutes June 12, 2011

The  PAC Meeting Minutes from June 12, 2011 are now available online.  Please contact the PAC executive for any clarifications.

Dr. A.R. Lord students are active!

Our students have been keeping active as fall arrives with several exciting running events.

On Wednesday September 28, all students participated in the 31st annual Terry Fox Run.  Divisions 1-5 ran with other schools at Empire Bowl, while Divisions 6 and 7 ran in the schoolyard. Students have been bringing in a "Toonie for Terry" all week; funds go towards cancer research.  They have also been learning about Terry Fox in class.

Also on Wednesday, our school's cross-country team participated in their first mini-meet at Clinton Park.  Franklin, Maquinna, Garibaldi, Thunderbird, and Britannia schools were also there.  The weather was beautiful and all runners received a ribbon to celebrate their accomplishments.

All classes are also currently "running across Canada".  Students run during class time, and the distances are added up to take us right across the country!  We are already past Hope close to Banff!

Fruit & Vegetable Program

This Wednesday, students will receive sweet bell peppers in their classrooms.

SWEET BELL PEPPERS

Believe it or not, all bell pepper plants are red bell pepper plants. The difference? Time. Like tomatoes, peppers start out green, then gradually ripen to yellow, orange and then red.

Bell peppers originated in South America from wild seeds dating back thousands of years. Christopher Columbus discovered them on his travels to the "new world" and brought seeds back to Europe.

Just one red bell pepper gives you 100% of your daily dose of vitamins A, C, and E.

For further information, please read the PDF document on peppers.

Students will receive their peppers during class time. This snack is not meant to replace the foods students normally eat at school. Students can make their own decisions on whether to taste the produce offered.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the PAC at arlordpac@gmail.com or contact the school administration at 604-713-4620.

Fall After-School Programs

Registration for fall after-school programs has begun.

Qua, our new co-ordinator, will be available to answer questions by the main office on Friday, September 23 from 2:50-3:20pm, as well as on Thursday, September 29 after school.  Completed registrations may be turned in at this time, or at any time to Cynthia at the main office.  Make cheques payable to Vancouver School Board.

Monday - Martial Arts (K-7)
Tuesday - Indoor Floor Hockey (4-7 Coed)
Wednesday - Basketball (K-3), Arts and Crafts (K-4)
Thursday - Piano (1-7)

Programs do NOT run on Pro-D days, district closure days, early dismissal days or holidays. Updates or notices will be posted by the Main Office.

No students will be excluded from a program due to financial hardship.

For any questions please contact Qua at 604-713-5898.

Brought to you by the Templeton Community School Team

Cross Country

The Cross Country running season has begun.  Students from Grades 1-7 are all eligible to join.  Practices take place Tuesday & Thursday mornings from 8:30 am to 9:00 am, rain or shine (in the gym if it is raining).  There will be four afterschool meets; parents are needed to help drive and to cheer on our team!

See Ms. O'Neill or Ms. Burke for more information or to join.

Professional Development Day September 26

Please note that MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 is a Pro-D Day which means that there will be NO SCHOOL for any Dr. A.R. Lord students.  School will return as normal on Tuesday.

PAC Welcome Back Family Night Cancelled

Dear Parents,

The “PAC Welcome Back Family Night” scheduled for Thursday, September 22 has been cancelled due to the current job action by teachers. Some PAC activities may be affected this fall but we will continue to plan ahead for fun activities for our students and families!

The PAC meeting on Tuesday, September 20 will still be taking place and we encourage you to attend. Please e-mail us at arlordpac@gmail.com if you'd like to be added to our mailing list.

PAC Meeting Reminder

Date: TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20th
Time: 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Location: School Library

Everyone is welcome to attend this meeting.
Child minding will be available.

Welcome returning and new parents! We're excited to start the new school year and hope to see lots of parents at the meeting.

We encourage all parents/guardians to participate in creating a thriving school community by volunteering in any capacity for school programs, events and fundraisers.

For further information please contact the PAC Executive by e-mail or with a letter through the school's Main Office.

Fruit & Vegetable Program

The BC School Fruit & Vegetable Nutritional Program is back for a second year!  This afternoon, students will receive blueberries in their classrooms.

BLUEBERRIES

Did you know that B.C. is the second highest producer of blueberries in the world?  Blueberries are native to North America and were not introduced to Europe until the 1930's.  They are naturally high in vitamins C and B-complex, copper, zinc, iron, fibre, antioxidants and lutein, so enjoy a handful knowing that you are doing something good for your body as well as your tastebuds!

For further information, please read the PDF document on blueberries.

Students will receive their blueberries during class time. This snack is not meant to replace the foods students normally eat at school. Students can make their own decisions on whether to taste the produce offered.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the PAC at arlordpac@gmail.com or contact the school administration at 604-713-4620.

Allergy Alert

Please note that there are no tree nuts allowed at Dr. A.R. Lord, due to a severe allergy of a Grade 1 student at the school.  Tree nuts include cashews, hazelnuts, filberts, brazil nuts, macadamia nuts, walnuts, and pecans, among others.  They are found in Nutella and other chocolate spreads, pesto, granola bars, cookies, trail mix, and many other snack foods.  Please read the label before sending these foods to school with your children, and do not send these foods if they contain tree nuts. 

Peanuts and peanut butter are allowed at Dr. A.R. Lord.

Girl Guides of Canada

Girl Guides' of Canada 2011-2012 registration is taking place on Monday, September 12 from 7-8 pm, at Lord Selkirk Elementary, 1750 E 22nd Ave.

Sparks, Brownies and Guides are a great way to get involved with your neighbourhood, your community and the world.  It's a safe place for girls to be themselves while building the skills that will help them in today's world.

Guiding branches for girls are as follows:

Sparks: aged 5 & 6
Brownies: ages 7 & 8
Guides: aged 9 to 11
Pathfinders: aged 12 to 15
Rangers: aged 15 to 17 +

For information about neighbourhood locations, times and fees:

1-800-565-8111
www.westcoastarea.com/renfrew.html
renfrew.district@gmail.com