Mike’s Critters
A special thank you to our PAC and parent community for bringing “Mike’s Critters” to our school! Over the last two Fridays, our students had the opportunity to learn about and observe a wide variety of animals. The Home Learner class had the unique opportunity to get up-close to several different animals!
Baby Chicks
One of our students brought her baby chicks to school for show-and-tell! Did you know that hens only lay eggs for about 1-1/2 years? Also, the eggs we eat are laid by chickens that do not live with roosters. We learned a lot about chickens, and we got to cuddle the soft, fluffy chicks!
Chinese New Year
Chinese New Year begins February 17, and it will be the Year of the Horse. Every 60 years, there is a special occurrence, and 2026 is the “Year of the Fire Horse”. This year should be an extra-special year of intense energy, speed, independence, and bold, transformative action!
Growing Chefs
This week was our last session with Chef Maria. We put all our skills to the test! We cut, sliced, measured and snipped fresh vegetables into a delicious stir fry. Our room was filled with the most amazing aroma! The students gobbled it all up, and there was nothing left over!
We also had the chance to try the pickles we made from last week. It was wonderful to see everyone being so open to trying new food. This allowed several people to discover new things they liked. Check out the pictures of our food adventure!
Community Events
BIG BANG Festival – this event was recommended by one of our students!
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2026
12:00PM to 5:00PM
THE ROUNDHOUSE | 181 ROUNDHOUSE MEWS | Google map
Doors at 11:30AM | Festival starts at 12:00PM
Adventurous music for young audiences ages 5 and up
TICKETS | Entry to the Festival is free + $5 events!
Chinese New Year
The 52nd Vancouver Chinatown Spring Festival Celebration is happening on the sixth day of the Lunar New Year:
When: Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026
Time: 11 a.m. (parade start), 2 to 4 p.m. (fair)
Where: Various locations throughout Chinatown
Parade Route: Millennium Gate → Pender Street → Gore Avenue → Keefer Street
Cost: Free for parade and fair
This popular event is expected to draw over 5,000 participants and more than 100,000 spectators to the historic neighbourhood, with family-friendly activities, live entertainment, and more for everyone to enjoy!
https://activevancouver.ca/events/vancouver-chinatown-spring-festival-parade/
Writing Contest (intermediate students)
Are you interested in writing or story-telling? Kids Write 4 Kids Writing Contest is Now Open! If you’re in grades 4–8 and have a tale to tell — whether you’re a budding novelist, a poet, or an imaginative storyteller — this is your moment to shine! Deadline is March 31. Click for more information: https://kidswrite4kids.ripplefoundation.ca/