May 12th, 2022 - West Vancouver Schools

May 12th, 2022
                       UPCOMING DATES                                                  USEFUL
                                                                                        LINKS
 May 18th             RPAC General Meeting (Virtual) 7pm                           Ridgeview Instagram
 May 19th             Emergency Release Drill – see below                          Ridgeview Facebook
 May 20th             Professional Development Day – No Classes for                  Ridgeview Twitter
                      Students
 May 23rd             Victoria Day Holiday – School Closed

                                       SCHOOL NEWS
COMING TOGETHER
As we are slowly easing back into regular routines, we are excited to have events where we are
cautiously bringing people together and exploring beyond the walls of our school. Last week there were
field trips to the Britannia Mining Museum and Burnaby Village and next week we will have our first
assemblies in well over 2 years! It’s hard to believe that something a school is so used to having on a
regular basis will be a new experience for the Kindergartens and Grade 1s, and a distant memory for

the Grade 2s. We are starting slow, with separate primary and intermediate assemblies on Monday to
keep the numbers low and on Wednesday the intermediate students be entertained by the West
Vancouver Secondary School Concert Band as a part of their tour to Ridgeview, Hollyburn and Irwin
Park. This will be a great chance for the grade 5 and 6 students to see what is possible if they join the
school band program.

On a larger scale, we have a dynamic team of volunteer parents from the RPAC, working to put
together the 2022 edition of the Ridgeview Mayfair on June 16th. Plans this year include food and
activities for everyone to enjoy. This will be a fun filled, family-oriented activity where the community
can come together for the first time in far too long. We hope to see everyone at Mayfair as a chance to
come together before we break for the summer.

EMERGENCY RELEASE DRILL – MAY 19TH
Please mark your calendars that on the afternoon of Thursday, May 19th we will be conducting a
student release drill. There will be staggered pick up times starting at 1:45pm for Grades K-2, 2:10pm
for Grades 3-4, and 2:30pm for Grades 5-7. More information will be sent out tomorrow. Please note
that it is important that you bring photo ID with you when you pick up your child and/or a child
you are listed as a designated alternate.

MOVING? CHANGING SCHOOLS? (GR K-6)
It is very important to inform us if you know your child(ren) will NOT be returning to Ridgeview in
September for the 2022/23 school year. Please email Mrs. Lytle (slytle@wvschools.ca) as soon as
possible as it is important for us to have accurate information regarding enrollment for the upcoming
school year. Thank you for your cooperation.

STUDENT PLACEMENT INPUT REQUEST FOR 2022/2023 (GR K-6)
Our class placement process ensures that thoughtful consideration of each child’s social, emotional
and academic needs is aligned with the need to create balanced and effective learning environments.
The assignment of students to classes is decided by a team, which includes the School Based
Resource Team, a child’s current teacher, non-enrolling teachers, support staff and the administrators.
This professional team considers each placement carefully as they create classes that include a wide
range of students who learn in a variety of ways.

In addition to individual circumstances, criteria considered in the placement process include:
1) Workable instructional groups considering:
    • the child’s academic needs and strengths;
    • teaching and learning styles;
    • the child’s work habits
2) Positive social groups considering:
    • placements where a child can work positively and productively with other children in the class;
    • peer support or conflicts;
    • establishing the presence of positive leaders in each class
3) Balanced classes considering:

• gender (male/female);
   • inclusive practices;
   • English Language Learners;
   • social, emotional and academic needs and abilities;
   • leadership abilities
4) Other information considered:
   • School-Based Resource Team recommendations

If there is information that the current classroom teacher and/or the principal does not have and should
consider when placing your child, parents may wish to complete a Student Placement Input Form
(attached).

Please submit any Input Forms to Mr. Zerbe (wzerbe@wvschools.ca) and “cc” your child’s current
classroom teacher. Input Forms are due no later than MAY 13th to be considered for student
placement for the 2022/23 school year. Late request cannot be honoured. (Please also consider
only making a request if there are extenuating circumstances.)

Please consider the placement criteria referenced above when describing your child’s needs. If you are
requesting placements that involve other students (one or two at most) please think carefully before
making your request and provide an explanation for that request. Please focus on the needs of your
child.

The information that you provide in your Input Form will be given to the team of professionals described
above, to be used along with the criteria listed above in the placement of your child. Please note that it
may not be possible to meet all requests as classes are determined. Teacher assignments are tentative
and subject to change, along with enrolment and school organization change.

Reminder: Please note that Input Forms will not be accepted if names of staff members are used
in outlining your requests/concerns. Letters containing staff names will not be used in the class
building process. Our goal is to meet the needs of all students at Ridgeview in order to maximize their
growth as learners. We appreciate your support in the complex multi-level process of arranging
educationally sound and balanced classes.

MAXFRUIT GRADE 7 GRAD FUNDRAISER (GR K-7)
It's not too late to participate in the MaxFruit fundraiser! Don't miss out on these delicious frozen fruit
bars! There are 4 flavours to choose from: strawberry, mango, lime and watermelon. Weekly orders
can still be placed online through Munch a Lunch and ordering is open now! Deadline for
ordering each week is Thursday night (the week before). Thank you for Supporting the Grade 7 Class
of 2022!

GRADE 6/7 BAND REGISTRATION FOR 2022/23 (GR 5 & 6)
Registration for elementary concert band is open for the 2022-2023 school year. Band is an optional
program offered to Grade 6 and 7 students where they learn an instrument to play as a group. When

you are ready to register, go to the District Elementary Band Program page. Further information was
sent out earlier directly to families of current Grade 5 and 6 students. If you have questions, contact Ms.
Soderling at hsoderling@wvschools.ca

SPORTS ACADEMY OPPORTUNITIES FOR GRADE 7 STUDENTS
Please note that if students currently in Grade 7 are interested but not able to attend any of the Open
House afternoon training sessions for any reason, parents are to register online and then contact Diane
Nelson, Director of Instruction dnelson@wvschools.ca. We will make alternate arrangements as we do
not want to conflict with activities occurring in the students’ classrooms.

WVS Premier Field Hockey Academy OPEN HOUSE for Current Grade 7 Students

Calling all students (female & male) currently in Grade 7 who have an interest in or who already
participate in the sport of Field Hockey. The WVS Premier Field Hockey Academy is hosting a FREE
ON-FIELD Session Thursday, May 12 from 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. at Rutledge Field at Ambleside.

Come experience first-hand a session by WVFHC Technical Director & also the Canadian U18 Men’s
National Team Head Coach, Mr. Geoff Matthews. We will also follow up with a short Parent Information
session at the field.

To register for the FREE on-field session and/or the Parent Information Session please go to our
website: https://westvancouverschools.ca/academies/field-hockey

WVS Premier Baseball Academy OPEN HOUSE for Current Grade 7 Students

Calling all students currently in Grades 7 who have an interest in the sport of baseball! The WVS
Premier Baseball Academy is hosting a FREE Open House ON-FIELD session Thursday, May 26 from
1:30 – 3:30:

Location: Parkgate Park 1300 Parkgate Ave, North Vancouver OR Inside Performance #2-1500
Railway, North Vancouver *The location will be confirmed closer to the day based on the weather.

To register for the FREE on-field session please go to our website:
https://westvancouverschools.ca/academies/baseball

Parents who register will have ongoing communication leading up to the Open House and following the
session to ensure all parents are fully informed about this amazing program.

WVS Premier Rugby Academy OPEN HOUSE for Current Grade 7 Students

Do you see Rugby as a rough sport? Well, we have the top coaches in the province who want to
change that thought!

One of our district’s goals is to ensure students are active for life and continue to connect positively with
their peers and the adults in their lives.

Never even thought of having your student participate in the sport of Rugby? Now is your chance!
Register for the FREE Open House On-Field Session! Students will meet Rugby Academy’s Head
Coach, Mr. Curry Hitchborn, also Head Coach of UBC Men’s Rugby Team as well as West Vancouver
Schools’ PE teacher & Rugby Coach, Mr. Perino Zambon. Mr. Zambon is a Rugby high performance
coach and six-time AA Provincial Champion.

Come on out! We guarantee that students (all genders) who participate will leave with a very positive
experience and new perception about this exciting sport of Rugby! For these coaches, the Academy is
more than about Rugby – it is about a safe and caring space for students to learn and grow.

Check out the FREE on-field session, Thursday, May 26 from 1:30 – 3:00 at Ambleside all-weather

To register for the FREE on-field session, please go to our website:
https://westvancouverschools.ca/academies/rugby

    NEXT MEETING:
    MAY 18TH @ 7PM                  RPAC                        RPAC Facebook

MAYFAIR IS BACK – SAVE THE DATE!
A tradition for decades in West Vancouver. Keep the afternoon of Thursday June 16th (3-7pm)
open for this fun family event For more information visit HERE.

NEXT RPAC GENERAL MEETING IS WEDNESDAY, MAY 18TH AT 7PM – ALL INVITED!
ZOOM LINK: https://langara.zoom.us/j/62447382574?pwd=QTZxMUF4eEo5K1ZKMEZrbGtLS0cydz09
Meeting ID: 624 4738 2574
Passcode: 447292

RPAC AGM – IN PERSON MEETING
RPAC AGM – In Person Meeting for Parents Thursday, June 16th @ 9:00 am in the Library

We are hosting the final RPAC Meeting – the AGM – in-person at 9:00 am in our Library. This is the
very first in-person meeting in over 2 years and it’s open for all parents. It’s typically 45 – 60 minutes in
length and provides an overview of how the RPAC supports the school as well as approves next year’s
budget (this is the 30 days notice that we like to inform parents)and to fill any open positions (such as
the Treasurer’s position). We will have coffee and treats and you can drop in after you drop off your
child(ren). We also have Hip Hop occurring in the gym – an opportunity to poke your head in and see
some of the exciting activities that are now possible. Bring a friend and make some new connections.
The Mayfair event will follow after school for our community to also enjoy.

RPAC TREASURER NEEDED
Ridgeview RPAC is looking for a new treasurer to take over the finances for next year! Time
commitment is approximately 3-4 hours a month plus attendance at the PAC meetings. Some
experience using excel is required, but it's all set up and running. Ready for someone to take over! It's
an easy way to make a big impact at school and help decide how the PAC funds are allocated. Please
email Whitney Greenwood at wyaniw@hotmail.com or Lulu Fu at lulufu910@gmail.com if you
might be interested in taking this on! Whitney will help train and coach the new treasurer.

RPAC CO-CHAIR AND VICE-CHAIR NEEDED
We are looking for Co-Chair and Vice Chair for our RPAC! We are seeking nominations for these two
positions. To self-nominate, please email lulufu910@gmail.com. If you have any questions about the
RPAC and what we do, please also email us!

WELLFED FUNDRAISER
Hello Ridgeview Parents, our RPAC has a great ongoing fundraiser! We have partnered up with
WellFed, all homemade prepared meals, ready to order and ready for your freezer! With each of your
orders, WellFed will send 15% of the proceeds to our Ridgeview PAC. Consider supporting this
fundraiser, it will be yummy for your family and it will benefit all our kids at school! Free home delivery
on the north shore. Go to https://www.wellfedstudio.com/fundraising/ and click on 'Ridgeview
Elementary' to order.

HOT LUNCH PROGRAM – SPRING SESSION OPEN FOR ORDERING
Munch a Lunch is open for orders.
Please remember there is an 8 day cut-off to place or edit your order. Once that cut-off has passed, no
changes can be made.
The hot lunch offering during the spring session includes the following:

       Monday- Domino’s Pizza
       Tuesday- Presto Catering
       Wednesday- Subway
       Thursday- White Spot
       Friday- Domino’s Pizza

The hot lunch program at Ridgeview is one of the RPAC's biggest fundraisers. The funds are used for a
variety of projects that benefit our kids. Thank you to all the families who have participated and continue
to participate in this fundraising program.

*REMINDER- you need to pack reusable utensils from home as these are not provided with hot
lunches
**PRESTO CATERING- For those students who order items that typically come with
disposable chop sticks, please note effective May 1st Presto is no longer providing disposable
chop sticks. You will need to bring your own chop sticks for those particular meal items.**

FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK!
Join us on the Ridgeview Dragon Facebook page for the latest RPAC information, news and fundraiser
efforts! Click here to join!

                                  COMMUNITY
WV DPAC PARENT EVENT
Continuing the Conversation – Chapter 3 – Talking About Inclusion, Anti-racism and Diversity
Questions and stories with Chris (Syeta’xtn) Lewis. Join us on our learning journey.
May 26th from 7-9pm. Tickets by donation. To register – please click HERE. See attached flyer for
more information

KAY MEEK SUMMER MUSICAL THEATRE INTENSIVE
Hone your singing, dancing and acting with workshops, rehearsals and final performances all taught by
performing arts professionals. This year, the junior group (8-13 years old) is putting on Shrek the
Musical Jr. from July 4-23. See kaymeek.com/youth-conservatory for more information.