Pizza and refreshments will be provided. We hope to get started at 10 a.m. and wrap things up in the early afternoon. Come by and help out for as long as you can or just drop by to cheer us on.
Hope to see you then,
The grade 5 & 6 students have been learning ukulele and practicing their beautiful music preparing for the district’s annual Ukulele Festival.
The grade 4 & 5 students have been practicing songs on the recorder and will be performing at the upcoming Vancouver District Recorder Festival.
Division one students have been rehearsing and practicing songs, acting and creating sets for a class project, under Mrs. Wong’s direction and with Mr. Campbell’s support and expertise.
This coming FRIDAY, MAY 27th is Hot Lunch Day at Dr. A. R. Lord Elementary School!
This coming THURSDAY, MAY 19TH is an exciting and fun day for students and staff!
A mural committee has formed and we are planning the details to revitalize the front of our school building with a beautiful mural. The main image incorporates the ideals of diversity and community. The image was created by Chris Taylor, a Lord parent and skilled artist.
Have you noticed the new park benches near the playground? These were purchased by the PAC and installed by the VSB Grounds department. What a welcoming addition to our school. Once the weather permits, the benches will be painted. Please enjoy! Thank you PAC and thank you Grounds department!
Our school now has a brand new bike rack! This was a donation through an Olympic legacy program in partnership with the Vancouver School Board. Lord is one of 50 VSB schools to get a bike rack.
A reminder that this Sunday, May 15th is our school's fundraiser event!!
Don't forget our special Mother's Day Breakfast!
SUNDAY, MAY 15th
The Dr. A. R. Lord Alumni Association has continued to meet and have fundraising events in support of our school. Recently, members of the executive came to Lord to find out what art and P.E. supplies they could help with. They left with a list of wishes – everything from glitter glue to soccer balls - from teachers that they intend to get for our students’ use soon.
Parents and staff from Dr. A. R. Lord have formed a committee and had an initial meeting to discuss details regarding the transition process for the co-location of the alternative programs on site at Lord elementary. They are working with the staff of the alternative programs to determine designated play spaces and behaviour expectations so that we will co-exist on the site in harmony.
Every year in May, all VSB schools undergo an earthquake/disaster exercise simultaneously. Ensuring the safety and comfort of all students in our care during an emergency is always our first priority. School emergency preparedness plans are reviewed and updated annually, under the direction of the administrator and according to VSB procedures and guidelines. This includes but is not limited to: inspection of the emergency supply container and ensuring adequate provisions (water, some food, light sticks, etc.) are in supply, establishing roles of current staff to take on during a disaster (command post, first aid, utilities team, student release team, radio communications with VBE etc.)
The Easter Bunny was here at Lord school on Wednesday April 20th!! All of our students, along with about 40 little ones from Hastings Preschool, enjoyed some Easter activities – crafts, an egg hunt and receiving an edible prize, thanks to the Easter Bunny and assistants - Kathy Mar and her team of grade 7 helpers. The excitement of having a visit from the Easter bunny is contagious!
Track and Field season is here! Ms. O’Neill and Mrs. Burke are the lead coaches and organizers for this year’s team. Track is open to all grade 4, 5, 6 and 7 students. The practice schedule is being decided and students will have a chance to learn, participate and improve in the areas of running, relays, shot put, and long jump. If you have time and skill to offer to assist with coaching, please let Mrs. Burke, Mrs. O’Neill or Mrs. Gray know when you are available and what track activity you can help coach. With thanks! Good luck to all track team members!
Mrs. Wong and Division 1 students have been learning and practicing badminton over the past couple of months. Students were invited to participate in tournaments after school. Sportsmanship was emphasized in many ways, including a creative solution to a limited number of spots being open at each tournament - students rotated, taking turns going to the tournaments so that everyone interested in competing with other schools could have a chance to play. Great idea, div. 1! The final meet was Thursday, April 21 at Tupper Secondary, an afternoon mini festival with students from all over the city. Thanks to Mrs. Wong for making this team possible and to the students for their commitment to this fun sport!
The kindergarten and grade 1 students are doing a lot of reading! Magic Treehouse is a favourite series of these young readers. The salmon study continues and students created self portraits and “I am special” messages – please enjoy the work posted in the upper hall.
Students are doing science experiments to learn about solids, liquids and gases. They have also been working on educational websites, learning about keyboarding and other skills both in the computer lab and with the Smart Board. These are just a couple of the interesting things going on with the grade 2 & 3 students.
Friday, May 6th