Fall traditions offer opportunities for students to connect, learn and build community. What follows are some examples from across the District.
A tradition since 2001, Moscrop Secondary held Cornfest in honour of the harvest season. Staff and students came together to take part in corn-feasting and fun-filled games.
Also in connection with the harvest season, the District’s Settlement Workers in Schools () Program organized a field trip to Harvest Days at the Bloedel Conservatory and VanDusen Botanical Garden. More than 50 children, youth and their families from seven different elementary schools and four high schools had a chance to connect with one another and enjoy displays, food, and live music performances. The students and their families collectively came from several continents, including countries such as China, Vietnam, Ukraine, Philippines, Afghanistan, Republic of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Uganda, India, and Columbia.
At Maywood Community School, a teacher brought in a pumpkin so big that it filled the back of a truck. It led to some descriptive writing projects by the students. Children at Buckingham Elementary were among those who wrote about what they’re grateful for as part of a project inspired by Thanksgiving.
Fall is also traditionally the time when high school clubs start up, as seen here at Burnaby North, Cariboo Hill and Burnaby Central Secondary schools. Clubs are another way for students to explore their interests, help strengthen connection at school and support the community.
Posted November 2024