BACK TO SCHOOL
BUILDING FINE YOUNG MEN.
ONE BOY AT A TIME.
WELCOME
WELCOME TO THE NEW SCHOOL YEAR.
I hope that the Summer Break has been a wonderful time for you and your family.
A unique aspect of schools is that each year we get to start fresh. It is quite unlike most other organizations. With schools, for the most part, the last year is finished and this year stretches out ahead untouched, with all possibilities available. In fact, the lengthy summer can amplify that sense of newness and fresh starts.
Many aspects of this yearly rhythm can be advantageous for boys — not all, but many. It allows them the opportunity to think of goals within a timeline that is more manageable and motivating for the growing brain — trying to consider goals five to ten years out is really hard for most boys to grasp so focusing on setting goals in one-year chunks is much more inspiring.
We want our boys to be ambitious and bold in th things they try. The likelihood of them jumping fully into those opportunities one year at a time is much more feasible.
As we arrive at the start of this new school year and look at the blank page called the 2024–25 school year, once again, there is a fresh opportunity for your son to commit to big goals, try new things, and develop himself in new ways. The previous school year is finished. His successes from that year are done, and it’s time to reach for new challenges. His failures are also behind him so he should let them go. He can learn from them but should not be shackled to them as that was last year.
And no doubt your son will experience new successes and failures this year, in equal measure. We want him to embrace all of them as they are the ingredients for growth and forward momentum.
We seek to intentionally create a pathway for a boy to grow towards being a good man. The summer pause and the fresh possibilities of a new school year, in a community that cares for him and encourages him to once again take risks and challenge himself, provide an important landscape where he can continue on his journey toward becoming a fine young man.
I wish you all the best for the 2024–25 school year!
Sine Timore Aut Favore.
DAVID YOUNG Head of School
GREETINGS
FROM THE PRINCIPAL OF THE SENIOR SCHOOL
Dear St. George’s Families,
Welcome back to another exciting year at St. George’s School! I hope this letter finds you and your loved ones in good health and high spirits. The 2024–25 school year is ahead of us and full of promise. The dawn of each school year represents new beginnings and inspiring possibilities and this is particularly true for this upcoming year. We are tremendously excited to see the return of the historic Wings to the Senior School. It is going to be a great deal of fun to watch how spirited competitions between the boys of Clark, Fell, Tupper, and McDougall bring additional energy and community engagement among all of our students.
As I enter into my second year as Senior School Principal, one key observation from year one that I am carrying forward is the realisation of just how much passion and pride exists for St. George’s School among all of the members of our community. From our students, parents, faculty, staff, and alumni, our School means a great deal to all of us. I find this to be empowering as we all continue to work together with the goal of providing a school experience that is second to none for everyone in our community.
Schools and parents have a shared ambition to empower children with knowledge, values, and skills that will serve as their compass in navigating the world beyond these halls. As the new school year starts, I like to recommit to this ambition, in concert with you, and look ahead to all the opportunities that we have planned to motivate and engage your children.
Learning is an adventure, one that sparks curiosity, and our dedicated faculty and staff are committed to creating a dynamic and engaging environment that fosters creativity, critical thinking, and a love of learning. Our Academic Program will always be the foundational pillar of the St. George’s School experience. We also recognize that learning transcends the classroom and is the culmination of each child’s comprehensive experiences at School. Whether it is exploring the outdoors, athletics, visual arts, drama, music, or a myriad of other co-curricular activities, we will continuously strive this year to provide a depth and breadth of opportunities for each of our boys to challenge themselves and experience noteworthy moments of success and fulfilment. We also hope that enthusiastic descriptions of these various experiences make their way home so that families feel intimately connected to daily life at School.
The following document provides details about school start-up, including the Academic and Student Life Programs. As always, please check the website and read the weekly Saints eNews to stay informed about all the amazing activities and events going on at the School. The “My Resources” page of the website is also a helpful tool as it provides invaluable information about the policies and routines of the School.
Here’s to an enriching and fulfilling year ahead! Thank you for your unwavering support and trust in St. George’s School. Together, we will strive to nurture young minds, building fine young men who are becoming ready and relevant to help transform the world for the better.
Kindest regards,
MR. LEN GURR Principal, Senior School
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT
SCHOOL START-UP
THE FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL ON SEPTEMBER 4
NEW STUDENTS SHOULD ARRIVE AT 8:30 AM:
With the return of the Wings system to Senior School, we have a new routine to begin the year. Beginning at 9:00 am on Wednesday, September 4th, all new students will attend our New Student Orientation. New students are expected to wear their #1 School Uniform for the orientation. All Grade 8 students will meet in the Auditorium and new students in Grades 9–12 are asked to meet in McLean Hall.
WINGS FESTIVAL FOR ALL SENIOR SCHOOL STUDENTS STARTS AT 12:00 PM:
Beginning at 12:00 pm on Wednesday, September 4th, all of our students are expected to participate in our inaugural Wings Festival. The festival begins with a mandatory barbecue lunch from 12:00–1:00 pm followed by an afternoon of Wings activities, competitions, and games. The Wings Festival concludes at 3:15 pm.
WINGS FESTIVAL SCHEDULE:
12:00–1:00 pm: Mandatory Outdoor Barbecue Lunch For All Students
1:00–1:30 pm: Wings Spirit Rallies
1:30– 2:30 pm: Wings Competitions And Games
2:30–3:00 pm: Full Wings Tug-Of-War Competition
3:00–3:15 pm: End Of Day Freezies
IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING WING FESTIVAL ATTIRE:
Please note that the dress for the afternoon will be PE shorts and Wings t-shirt.
All Returning Students:
Please purchase your Wing t-shirts at the Senior School Store. Please note that the Junior School Store will NOT be selling Senior School Wing t-shirts.
Senior School Store Schedule:
To avoid long lineups, you can pick up your shirt next week at the Senior School Store from Monday to Friday (August 26–30) between 9:00 am–3:00 pm. Please note that the Senior School Store is closed from 12:00–1:00 pm for lunch.
On Tuesday, September 3rd, the Senior School Store will be open from 11:00 am–3:00 pm with no lunch break.
On Wednesday, September 4th, the Senior School Store Team will be selling Wing t-shirts in Wallace Gym from 8:30–11:45 am.
Any Senior School Students who have not purchased their Wing t-shirts by September 4th should attend Wallace Gym as the Senior School Store will not be selling t-shirts on September 4th.
New Students:
Please pick up your t-shirts during our New Student Orientation.
PARKING ON THE FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL:
Please do not park in the bus zone on the west side of Camosun Street between West 27th Avenue and West 28th Avenue or anywhere on the Senior School property. Parking is recommended around Chaldecott Park where it is permitted.
All students and families are invited to the SGPA Welcome Back Barbecue beginning at 3:30 pm on the Senior School Field.
JOIN US FOR THE SGPA WELCOME BACK BARBECUE + GRADE 8 & 9 PARENT INFORMATION MEETINGS:
Grade 8 Families, we ask you to join a Parent Information Meeting in the Auditorium at 4:00 pm and then enjoy the SGPA Welcome Back Barbecue afterwards.
Grade 9 Families, we ask that you join a Parent Information Meeting in the Auditorium at 5:00 pm.
EMERGENCY COMMUNICATION
Student safety is our number one priority but sometimes critical incidents do occur. If this does happen, St. George’s School will reach out to you via text message and email. These communications will direct you to where to look for more information (i.e. the school website) and/or when you might receive the next update.
You can also follow our Instagram account and website for updates during an emergency:
Instagram: @saintsbc | School Website: www.stgeorges.bc.ca
During the 2024–25 school year, you can expect to receive emails and text messages as part of our process of emergency preparedness drills as we conduct drills with students and staff.
All students begin classes on Thursday, September 5th at 8:30 am and they should wear their #1 School Uniform. Students should report to their Advisory classroom, which is noted on their course schedule available in the School Portal. The school year will immediately begin with our normal Day 1 and Day 2 rotation. Meaning that September 5th will be a Day 1, while September 6th will be a Day 2. Returning students will know this is a change from the start of last year.
Please note that school begins daily at 8:30 am with a warning bell at 8:25 am; the exception is a late start Thursday which begins at 9:05 am with a warning bell at 9:00 am. We value punctuality at St. George’s School and expect all students to plan accordingly so that they are at school before the warning bell and in class on time, ready to learn.
More details about the daily schedule are available in the Academic Program Section of this document.
Students are expected to wear their school uniform beginning September 5th.
Details about uniform and personal appearance are available in the Student Life section of this document.
SEPTEMBER
KEY DATES
September 4 (9:00 am)
September 4 (12:00 pm)
September 4 (3:30–7:00 pm)
September 4 (4:00-4:45 pm)
September 4 (5:00-5:45 pm)
September 5 (8:30 am–3:15 pm)
September 6–8
September 9–10
September 18
September 23
September 23–27
September 30
September 30– October 4
October 14
New Student Orientation and Grade 8 Student Jump Start (Students wear their # 1 School Uniform and will then change for Wings Fest)
All Senior Students Lunch and Wings Fest
SGPA Welcome Back Barbecue (Senior School)
Grade 8 Parent Information Session
Grade 9 Parent Welcome And Outdoor Education Information Evening
Classes Begin (School Uniform)
Harker Hall Retreat (Boarders)
Grade 8 Camp Summit Overnight Camp
Photo Day
Meet The Teacher Evening (On Campus)
New Parents Dinner
Explorer 9 Outdoor Education Week 1
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (No Classes)
Explorer 9 Outdoor Education Week 2
Thanksgiving (No Classes)
CONSTRUCTION AND NEW SCHOOL UPDATE
We are very excited about the construction of the new Senior School! The southeast corner of the Senior campus continues to be an active construction site and the current safety procedures will remain in place through the completion of the buildings. We will continue to minimize disruption to the daily school routines, and as firm dates are established, we will communicate the move to the new building.
DROP-OFF AND PICK-UP
With our new buildings nearing completion, parking, bus, and drop-off/pick-up areas will be adjusted on an ongoing basis. We strongly encourage all students to take the bus, cycle, or walk to school. If your son must be driven to school, please drop him off a block or two away (eg. Chaldecott Park) and have him walk the final distance. Limited drop-off/pick-up space is available on the west side of Camosun between West 28th Ave and West 29th Ave, and on the south side of West 29th Ave, west of Camosun. Please do not pick up or drop off your son in bus zones or no-stopping areas. Always move your car forward as far as possible before dropping off your child.
SCHOOL BUS SERVICE
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT BUS SERVICE FOR SEPTEMBER 4–6
• SCHOOL BUS SERVICE WILL COMMENCE ON SEPTEMBER 4TH FOR THE JUNIOR SCHOOL AND SENIOR SCHOOL.
• THERE WILL ONLY BE MORNING AND 3:30 PM SERVICE FOR THE FIRST WEEK OF SCHOOL.
Beginning this year, the location for boarding the CrossTown, MidTown, and North Shore routes at 3:30 pm and 5:30 pm has changed. These buses will now be parked in the driveway at the front of the Senior School outside of the main entrance. Junior School students who are on these routes will be dropped off on Camosun Street by the shuttle bus from the Junior School campus, as in the past, but will have to make their way to the front of the school to get on their respective buses.
There will be Transportation personnel in place for the first two weeks of school to help students find their bus. The Burnaby/49th, Deer Lake/41st Richmond East, and Richmond West/Express will continue to load on Camosun Street. The UBC bus will continue to load in the bus parking lot at the rear of the school.
REGULAR BUS SERVICE COMMENCES SEPTEMBER 9
The school operates a complimentary bus system that serves the Metro Vancouver region, including Burnaby, the North Shore, Richmond, Vancouver, and UBC. In addition to morning service to the school each day, there are two returning buses at 3:30 pm and 5:30 pm to support after-school and co-curricular activities. Please note, there is no 5:30 pm bus on Fridays.
REGISTRATION FOR SCHOOL BUS SERVICE
There is no additional cost for the bus service; however, students must register in order to be eligible to ride the bus.
Registration for School Bus Service is now up and running. As in past years, registration for the routes will be on the School Portal
Once you are logged in, there will be a message on the home page stating you have a form to fill out. When you click on this message, it will take you to the registration page. Please read the information and follow the instructions on the registration form.
2024–25 BUS ROUTES
Here are the Bus Routes for the 2024–25 school year.
For more information, please visit the Transportation page on our website or contact:
MR. GARY BACKHOUSE
Head of Transportation
Phone: 604-221-3618
email: transportation@stgeorges.bc.ca.
THANKS FOR RIDING THE BUS!
MR. CHRIS VYTASEK, ASSOCIATE PRINCIPAL, ACADEMICS:
Mr. Vytasek oversees the overall Academic Program. Course selection and changes, reporting, curriculum implementation, course offerings, and supporting teachers are all part of Mr. Vytasek’s portfolio.
For further clarification or questions about anything in this section, please contact: Mr. Vytasek at cvytasek@stgeorges.bc.ca
In this section, you’ll find information about:
• Bell Schedule and Day 1 / Day 2 Rotations
• Schedules and Course Change Requests
• Textbooks and Textbook Collection
ACADEMIC PROGRAM
DAILY SCHEDULE (DAY 1 / DAY 2 ROTATIONS)
St. George’s School has a Day 1 and Day 2 rotation. Unlike the previous few years, the school year will start and end with this rotation. The order of blocks will rotate approximately every five to eight weeks. Blocks C, D, H, and I do not rotate.
To support school learning goals (Global Stewardship, Outdoor Education, University Counselling, Learning Deep Dives) and Ministry-required courses (Career Life Education 8–10, Career Life Connections 11, 12), we schedule Flex Days. These days take place 3–4 times per term on Thursdays. Further details are shared weekly with students through the Student Life Canvas page.
The full school calendar (with Block Rotations, Flex Days, and Holidays) is available HERE.
BELL SCHEDULE
Our school schedule attempts to balance the importance of sleep for student wellness and the creation of time for other important aspects of wellness such as community gatherings and Advisory.
• MONDAY, TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY, AND FRIDAY: Warning bell at 8:25 am, classes begin at 8:30 am.
• THURSDAY: To support teacher collaboration and coordination for Flex Days, classes will begin at 9:05 am every Thursday (9:00 am warning bell). Flex Days will begin at 8:30 am.
8:30-9:40 am
9:45-10:55 am
11:00-11:30 am
11:35 am -12:45 pm 12:50-2:00 pm 2:05-3:15 pm 3:30-4:45 pm
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
Period 1
Period 3- Grades 11-12
Lunch- Grades 8-10
Period 3- Grades 8-10
Lunch- Grades 11-12
Period 4
Co-Curricular/5th Block
SCHEDULES AND COURSE CHANGE REQUESTS
Preliminary schedules were posted in June, and detailed schedules for all students are now posted on the School Portal For technical assistance, including username and password resets, please contact the Communications Team at: communications@stgeorges.bc.ca.
All students should look at their schedules twice before school starts: now and again after 5:00 pm on September 3rd for an updated version (this may include change in room numbers, confirmation of any course change requests, etc).
FOR STUDENTS ENTERING GRADES 8–10:
Your final schedule is based on school requirements, the information you gave us in the spring, class capacities, teacher and facility availability, and school approval.
There are a few opportunities to request a change in your schedule depending on the grade you are in. Please see this document for more information on when changes are possible.
If you would like to request a change, please take the following steps:
• Review your schedule on the School Portal and discuss it with your parents/guardians.
• Review the 2024-25 Master Timetable to see what other options are available. Please keep in mind that if you change English courses, you are still expected to have completed your Summer Reading before the start of class.
• Make any requests for changes using the appropriate form: Course Change Into Grade 8 (Opens August 15th at 8:00 am until August 30th at 4:00 pm).
Course Change Into Grade 9 and 10 (Opens August 15th at 8:00 am until August 30th at 4:00 pm).
• You do not need to communicate with anyone else for approval (Teacher, Head of Department, etc.).
• Look again on your School Portal after 5:00 pm on September 3rd for any changes that were possible.
• Before Winter Break, Grade 8 and 9 students will have an opportunity to request changes for Semester 2 Visual Arts, Theatre Arts, Music, and Applied Design, Skills, and Technology courses.
FOR STUDENTS ENTERING GRADES 11–12:
Our 2024-25 Master Timetable is optimised based on the combination of student choice, teacher and facility availability, and school approval. You may have elements of your own schedule that no longer serve your interests, goals, or capacities. You have multiple opportunities to request course changes. Please see the list of Course Change Request Windows here.
If you would like to request a change that fits the restrictions in the Course Change Request Window, please take the following steps:
• Review your schedule on the School Portal and discuss it with your parents/guardians.
• Review the 2024-25 Master Timetable to see what other options are available. Please keep in mind that if you change English courses, you are still expected to have completed your Summer Reading before the start of class.
• Refer to the Course Change Request Windows for further course change details.
• Visit page 9 of the Academic Handbook for graduation and course load requirements, and the rest of the handbook for course descriptions and prerequisites.
• Make requests using the Course Change Into Grade 11 and 12 form. Returning students should use their St George’s email address to complete the form. New students can use their personal email address.
• After this, you do not need to take any further action. You do not need to consult with your University Counsellor separately. The University Counsellors, Mr. Vytasek, and Ms. Bahia will be reviewing requests and will reach out to you via email should there be any questions. Please check your email regularly during this time period.
• Review your updated schedule by 5:00 pm on September 3rd for changes that were possible during the first Course Change Window and attend classes as scheduled.
TEXTBOOKS
There is no advanced textbook collection. Teachers will make arrangements for students to receive textbooks if needed during class time. Please Note: When textbooks are signed out, students are responsible for returning the books with the specific barcodes assigned to them. Charges are incurred for lost, damaged, or textbooks not returned by June 27, 2025.
SCHOOL SUPPLIES
A list of required school supplies is available HERE. Students are encouraged to develop their own system of managing their daily, weekly, and monthly schedules and will be provided with organization ideas through Flex Day Programming. Additionally, to further support the development of time management and organisational skills, all students in Grades 8–11 will be provided with a personal planner this year.
SUMMER
READING
Every year, students in each grade are provided with a Summer Reading List, based on their grade. The lists have a combination of required and optional texts that students are expected to read before the first day of school. The first unit of the year in English classes is devoted to these texts. We encourage you to read them as a family! The Summer Reading List can be found here
MR. BRIAN LEE, ASSOCIATE PRINCIPAL, STUDENT LIFE:
Mr. Lee oversees the overall Student Life Program at the Senior Campus. His portfolio includes but is not restricted to the following: Heads of Grade, Personal Counselling, Student Learning Support, Health Services, Co-curricular Activities, Advisory, Character Education, and Student Standards and Expectations.
For further clarification or questions about anything in this section, please contact: Mr. Brian Lee at: blee@stgeorges.bc.ca
STUDENT LIFE
Student Life enriches the schooling experience of our students, ensuring that the development of our Core Values and the social-emotional growth of each individual remains at the forefront of our daily endeavours.
Grounded in positive relationships, our school community nurtures a sense of belonging and provides opportunities for students to gain a strong sense of identity. We accomplish these goals of identity formation through a systems approach and intentional programming within our Advisory structure, Co-curricular activities, Student Support Services, Flex Days, and our Wings Program by capitalizing on teachable moments.
It is through sustained engagement in the aforementioned that we believe our students will gain a stronger sense of their values and personal beliefs; a foundation that will serve them well beyond the walls of St. George’s School.
CO-CURRICULAR PROGRAMS
Co-curricular Programs are an important aspect of our education program and include competitive Athletics, Recreational, Arts and Leisure, and Co-Curricular Clubs. All students in Grades 8–10 must participate in a co-curricular activity each term; students in Grades 11 and 12 are permitted to take one term off.
Students’ co-curricular assignments will be posted on Canvas along with details about the location and the start time of activities. The following is an outline of the After-School Co-Curricular Programming Timelines for Term 1 (September 16–November 22, 2024):
• Online Sign-up Opens:
• Boarders: September 9 - Early Registration
• Day Students: Tuesday, September 10 at 7:00 pm
• Sign-up Closes: Friday, September 13 at 2:00 pm
• Official Co-Curricular Start: Monday, September 16
• Co-Curricular Change Deadline: Tuesday, October 1
• Official Co-Curricular Ends: Friday, November, 22
• A full list of the Term 1 options is available HERE
Students will receive a report card comment outlining their attendance and participation in each Co-Curricular activity.
INTEREST CLUBS
Interest Clubs also form an important part of school engagement and relationship building at the Senior campus. Although optional, Interest Clubs offer flexibility in commitment and a breadth of activities for students to engage in during lunch periods. Essentially, they provide another opportunity for students who share similar areas of passion to come together, connect, and collaborate.
ADVISORY
The purpose of the St. George’s Advisory Program is to cultivate a positive school climate and ensure that each student experiences a sense of belonging in our school community. Through nested communities, our students gain a more personalised learning experience where pastoral care, teaching and learning, character development, and community building are nurtured.
Student Advisory Classes will be assigned and confirmed on their finalised course schedule that will be available for review in September on the School Portal. Students will remain with the same Advisory Group throughout their time at the Senior School.
Advisory classes occur weekly during the Connection Block on Tuesdays or Fridays.
STUDENT EXPECTATIONS
Student comportment is a core aspect of life at St. George’s School. How we interact with one another and how we accept responsibility for ourselves are essential parts of becoming a “fine young man.” As always, we hold our students to the highest level of expectations and are pleased with how they learn to meet these expectations on a daily basis, forming habits that create a foundation for their success for years to come.
CODE OF CONDUCT
Each year, our students review the Code of Conduct during their Advisory class. The Code of Conduct outlines our expectations of our students as they relate to behaviour both on and off campus. It is essential that all students take the time to review the key principles outlined and have a full understanding of the expectations. As parents, you would have reviewed and signed the Code of Conduct during the registration process.
UNIFORMS AND PERSONAL APPEARANCE
St. George’s School’s Uniform and Student Personal Appearance Policy exist in order to cultivate a safe and respectful educational environment. The dress code outlines our high standards for presentation and complements our expectations for work and behaviour. The shared uniform is an expression of our shared community and we ask students to wear their uniform with respect and responsibility.
The St. George’s School’s Uniform and Student Personal Appearance Policy both supports and fosters an inclusive school environment. Students’ hair should be kept neat and tidy and away from the face. Neatly trimmed facial hair is permitted and the School will respect the religious and cultural traditions of students who observe a particular manner of dress or personal appearance.
We expect that all students will meet our Uniform and Personal Appearance standards. Students should wear their uniforms with pride and follow the standards set by the School. Specifically, they should be dressed in the following:
• White School Logo Golf Shirt (September and Spring Dress) OR
• White Dress Shirt with School Tie (# 1 School Uniform)
• Grey Pants
• Black Belt
• Grey Socks
• Polished Black Dress Shoes
• School Blazer (for Assemblies and Special Occasions)
During school hours, students are not permitted to wear sweatshirts, hoodies, or jackets in the building. If students require warmer clothing in the winter, they are advised to purchase a school sweater or wear their school blazer.
ATTENDANCE
Attendance is mandatory for all students. Being physically at school and working with classmates and teachers is a key component of the educational experience. If students are going to be absent from school for any reason, please communicate prior to the absence to our Attendance Clerk by emailing: senior_ attendance@stgeorges.bc.ca or by leaving a voice message at: 604-221-3636.
SCHOOL ENTRY AND LATE STUDENTS
Arriving on time is essential for our student success. Students who are late for classes should enter through the Great Hall (Door C) and physically check in with our Attendance Clerk prior to attending class. Students who demonstrate a pattern of tardiness will be held accountable and subject to school disciplinary action.
TECHNOLOGY
The use of laptops is an important part of the learning environment. All students are required to bring a charged laptop or tablet with them daily. These devices will allow them to connect to our Canvas Learning System as well as other applications used throughout the school.
During the 2024-25 academic year, St. George’s Senior School will continue with its restricted use of cell phones and personal data devices for entertainment purposes (games, videos). Students are not permitted to use technology of any type during their lunch period except for academic purposes, and only within designated areas (Learning Commons and areas supervised by a teacher or staff member) of the school.
The Cell Phone Use Policy has been updated and coincides with the order by the BC Ministry of Education to restrict cell phone use in schools throughout the province. As a school, we remain committed to providing educational experiences that are consistent with and make use of the world of interconnected technology.
FOOD SERVICES AND LUNCHTIME
All students, including Grads, will eat in the McLean Hall during their designated lunch period. Students may choose to bring their own lunch to McLean Hall or participate in the Hot Lunch Program.
Sign-up for the Hot Lunch Program is available HERE
Students who bring their lunch from home are expected to recycle their lunch containers as appropriate.
Dietary Restrictions:
Students with special diets will be accommodated. Please contact Ms. Julie Matandac Food Services Supervisor, via email at: jmatandac@stgeorges.bc.ca.
To learn more about the Lunch Program, visit our website HERE.
Students are not permitted to order food from external food services unless authorized by school administration for club or group meeting purposes. Food should not be eaten outside of McLean Hall, and dishes should not be removed from the dining area.
WELCOME BACK FROM THE
YOU ARE INVITED TO THE
SGPA EVENTS
USED UNIFORM SALE
Tuesday, September 3, 2024 11:00 am–2:00 pm Blackmore Gym, Junior School
WELCOME BACK BARBECUE
Wednesday, September 4, 2024 3:30–7:00 pm For all Saints families, Senior School Field
SAINTS SPIRIT RUN
Sunday, October 6, 2024 10:00 am Outside, Junior School Campus
SGPA AGM
Tuesday, October 8, 2024 9:00 am McLean Hall, Senior School
BOY-O-BOY SPEAKER SERIES EVENT #1
Tuesday, October 15, 2024 7:00 pm
Senior School Auditorium with reception to follow. Stay tuned for more details on upcoming parent education speaking series events.
SGPA USED UNIFORM SALE
SEPTEMBER
3, 2024
11:00 am–2:00 pm
CONNECT WITH US (请与我们联系):
email: sgpa@stgeorges.bc.ca
Instagram: @saintssgpa
WeChat/微信: St. George’s Chat Group
The St. George’s Parents’ Association (SGPA) is very excited to host the Welcome Back Barbecue on Wednesday, September 4, 2024 from 3:30–7:00 pm on the Senior School Fields Be sure to mark your calendars! Parents, students, faculty, and staff are all invited to this casual, fun, and free event. The Welcome Back Barbecue will take place rain or shine, so please prepare in advance for the weather and arrive hungry!
There will be a variety of games to keep the kids entertained while everyone reconnects and welcomes new families to the St. George’s community.
We ask that you please leave your furry friends at home.
PARKING & REGISTRATION:
Due to construction, there is limited parking around the Senior School.
Please consider leaving your car at the Junior School or around Chaldecott Park, and walking with your families to register at the tents on the field by Camosun Street!
Please do not park in bus zones, pick-up areas and in No Stopping zones. Please note, that there will only be a 3:30 pm bus service on Wednesday, September 4th, and the 5:30 pm bus service will not be running.
Please RSVP HERE by Friday, August 30th with the number of family members joining.
For any further inquiries, please contact us at: sgpa@stgeorges.bc.ca
Parent Volunteers click HERE to sign up. Student Volunteers click HERE to sign up.
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!
Sincerely, Your SGPA
Please follow and tag us on Instagram: @saintssgpa
BOY-O-BOY SPEAKER SERIES EVENT #2
Wednesday, January 22, 2025
7:00 pm
Senior School Auditorium with reception to follow.
Stay tuned for more details on upcoming parent education speaking series events.
FOOD FEST
Tuesday, February 4, 2025 1:00–3:00 pm Junior School Dining Hall
STAFF & FACULTY APPRECIATION - LUNCH
Tuesday, March 4, 2025
Staff Room, Junior School | 11:00 am–1:00 pm Staff Room, Senior School | 11:30 am–1:30 pm
BOY-O-BOY SPEAKER SERIES EVENT #3
Tuesday, March 11, 2025 7:00 pm
Senior School Auditorium with reception to follow. Stay tuned for more details on upcoming parent education speaking series events.
ST. GEORGE’S SCHOOL FAIR
Saturday, May 3, 2025 10:00 am–4:00 pm Outside, Junior School Campus
The St. George’s Parents’ Association (SGPA) invites all families to attend the Used Uniform Sale on Tuesday, September 3, 2024 from 11:00 am–2:00 pm at the Blackmore Gym at the Junior School. The entrance to the gym can be found next to the playground, on the right-hand side of the school’s entrance. This annual stop-and-shop event is a wonderful opportunity to find gently used school clothes for your ever-growing son(s).
Cash payments and personal cheques will be accepted. Student accounts cannot be billed. Please remember to bring your own reusable bags for your purchases.
DONATIONS ACCEPTED
We will also accept uniform donations for this event on Friday, August 30th under the Junior School front archway until 1:00 pm. Items should be laundered, have the current school logo, and be in good condition (no rips, holes, or stains).
OUTDATED CLOTHING FOR ZERO WASTE
If your donation items are outdated, stained, torn, or have a year or team event logo, please put them in a separate bag labeled ‘ZERO WASTE’. We’ll accept these unsellable items and ensure they are recycled, in partnership with the Global Stewardship Initiative.
Please consider volunteering with the Used Uniform Team and sign up here
All questions about the Used Uniform Sale can be directed to: useduniforms@stgeorges.bc.ca
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新学年返校烧烤会
诚邀您参加9月4日返校烧烤会！
圣乔治家长协会（SGPA）将于 2024 年 9 月 4 日（星期三）下午 3:30-7:00 在中学部 操场举办新学年返校烧烤会。请您务必在日历上做好标记！欢迎家长、 学生和教职员工参加这场轻松有趣，并且免费的庆祝活动。返校烧烤会风雨无阻，请您提前 做好应对天气的准备，留着好胃口前来享用美食！
在大家重叙友情、欢迎圣乔治新家庭的同时，现场还将安排各种户外游戏供孩子们玩耍。请 将您的宠物留在家中。
停车和签到：
由于建筑施工，中学校区周围无法停车。请考虑将车停在小学部或CHALDECOTT公园附近， 然后与家人步行到面向CAMOUSUN街草地上的红色帐篷处登记！
请不要在校车区、 接送区和禁止停车区域停车。
请注意：9月4日星期三下午只有3:30的校车班次，下午5:30的校车班次当日停运。
请于 8 月 30 日（星期五）之前 在此回复 参加返校烧烤会的家庭成员人数。
如有任何疑问，请联系我们 sgpa@stgeorges.bc.ca
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圣乔治校家长协会 2024–25学年活动安排
二手校服义卖
2024年9月3日周二 | 上午11:00 –下午2:00
小学部 Blackmore 体育馆 新学年返校烧烤会
2024年9月4日周三 | 下午3:30 – 7:00 面向所有圣乔治家庭，中学部操场
圣乔治风采跑
2024年10月6日周日 | 上午10:00
户外，小学部校区
圣乔治家长协会年度大会
2024年10月8日周二 | 上午 9:00 中学部 McLean 大厅
家有男孩 系列讲座 之一 敬请关注更多面向家长的成长教育讲座资讯。
2024年10月15日周二 | 晚上 7:00 中学部礼堂 随后举行招待会
家有男孩 系列讲座 之二
敬请关注更多面向家长的成长教育讲座资讯。
2025年1月22日周三 | 晚上 7:00 中学部礼堂 随后举行招待会
多元美食汇
2025年2月4日周二 | 下午1:00 – 3:00 小学部餐厅
教职工答谢日 – 午餐会
2025年3月4日周二
小学部教职工休息室 | 上午11:00 –下午1:00 中学部教职工休息室 | 上午11:30 –下午1:30
家有男孩 系列讲座 之三 敬请关注更多面向家长的成长教育讲座资讯。
2025年3月11日周二 | 晚上 7:00
中学部礼堂 随后举行招待会
圣乔治校园集市
2025年5月3日周六 | 上午10:00 –下午4:00 户外，小学部校区
2024 年 9 月 3 日 上午 11:00 – 下午 2:00
圣乔治家长协会（SGPA）邀请所有家庭光临 2024 年 9 月 3 日星期二上午 11:00 至下 午 2:00 在小学部 Blackmore 体育馆举行 的二手校服义卖。 体育馆入口位于右侧校门 游乐场旁边。这项年度 “一站式 “购物盛会 是为您日益长大的儿子(们)寻找合适二手校服 的绝佳机会。
接受现金支付和个人支票。学生账户不能记 账。请记得自备可重复使用的购物袋。
接受捐赠 我们还将在 8 月 30 日星期五下午 1:00 之 前在小学部教学楼前门入口门廊接受校服捐 赠。所捐赠校服须经洗涤，带有当前款式校 徽，且完好无损（无裂缝、破洞或污渍）。
过时旧校服将做零垃圾处理 如果您所捐赠的校服已过时，有污渍、破损， 或带有年份或校队活动标志，请将其单独装入 一只袋子，并标记 “ZERO WASTE”。我 们将接受这些无法出售的物品，并与 “全球 管理倡议”组织（GLOBAL STEWARDSHIP INITIATIVE）合作，确保它们得到回收利用。
欢迎加入二手校服义工团队，请在此报名！ 有关二手校服义卖和捐赠的任何问题，请发送 电子邮件至： useduniforms@stgeorges.bc.ca
我们谨代表 SGPA， 感谢您一如既往的鼎力支持！
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