The BC Ministry of Education announced that most students in grades K-12 will return to school on Sept. 8, 2020, with full-time in-class learning as the province moves to Stage 2 of B.C.’s Education Restart Plan.  

We celebrate a wonderful new beginning, as parents have elected amazing and extraordinary new executive members. The DPAC is only as strong as the people who volunteer their time, and we believe the 2020-2021 DPAC will be a strong one! Congratulations on your new...

The DPAC is only as strong as the people who volunteer their time. We encourage all those who want to make a difference in our District to consider running for a position on the DPAC Executive on May 27, 2020.

CONGRATULATIONS to both of you and to SD43!  Let's keep working together to hold up our record of excellence.

Please check your emails for the link and password to the meeting    

Zoom meeting, please cut & paste link below: https://zoom.us/j/401627729?pwd=YnhibHdscXlFclVsUFF1Ym1ocmhBUT09

ONLINE MEETING To attend the meeting, visit https://www.sd43.bc.ca/budget/Pages/Budget-2020-2021.aspx#/=  

​​Regular Public Meeting - Presentation of 2020-2021 Preliminary Budget Tuesday, April 7, 2020, 7 p.m. ​ The Preliminary Budget will be presented at this Regular Public Board Meeting with an opportunity to ask questions. Please review the information above regarding...

https://www.sd43.bc.ca/faq/Pages/default.aspx#/=  

Please find direct link under PARENT RESOURCES; Community Resources

Our topic will be multiculturalism!

This will be an opportunity for stakeholders to provide input to the Board of Education on specific aspects of the budget. Winslow Centre Gymnasium, 1100 Winslow Avenue, Coquitlam, BC

We will keep you posted with news regarding the 2020/2021 budget process

During our April 3rd DPAC General Meeting we will be reviewing the proposed Funding Model for our schools, please get involved! This is very important for the future of your children's education! The Ministry of Education is undertaking to complete a funding model...

The next meeting for the Student Achievement Advisory Committee is taking place on May 30th  with the focus of this particular meeting being on Student Achievement with a discussion around reporting.  Edward Ram (DPAC Vice President) is our rep on this committee and...

The presentation by BCCPAC at the April 9th presentation  can be found by clicking here.  It is also available in the Documents section under "Presentations".

For all parents of District 43 students. Online registration is required for everyone attending TOPICS COVERED: Parent Advocacy: Taking the Proper Steps How to prepare for meetings (ie. IEPs—Individual Education Plans & others) Support for parents Keeping proper...

Here is an opportunity for parents and caregivers of elementary school children... Please see the attached poster for an upcoming parenting class called “Parenting Wisely”.  This is a free course about managing the behavior of elementary school children.  Marlisse and...

Family Smart is a group that is intended for parents and caregivers whose children face mental health and/or substance use challenges. On February 21 they will be watching a previously recorded webinar for February and will explore connecting with your child when...

The Exploitation of Our Youth: Online & Offline Free Parent Info Session for all parents of District 43 students. Your children in Grade 10/11/12 are welcome to attend with youDATE: Thursday, March 8, 2018 TIME: 6:30—8:00pm (doors open 6:00pm) LOCATION: Theatre...

WHEN: Tuesday, Feb 13, 2018 WHERE: Winslow Centre - Gallery Room (1100 Winslow Avenue, Coquitlam) TO REGISTER CLICK HERE or VISIT: https://sd43focusgroup-alternateprogramsandservices.eventbrite.ca Please see the attached PDF documents for all the details PDF DOCUMENT...

EVENT:                                 Social Media: The New Addiction & How It’s Affecting Our Youth  (free information session) DATE:                                    Thursday, February 8/18 TIME:                                    6:30 pm – 8:00 pm (doors...

These informative panel presentations are intended for parents of students who have intellectual or developmental disabilities. They are intended to help parents prepare for the transition from one school setting to the next, and to continue to support meaningful...

As has been reported in the media, the district has proposed Policy 22 and is seeking input from stakeholders.  This policy is a code of conduct specifically for parents.  The DPAC has provided some feedback on the policy and has indicated that we will not be...

The district will be holding an information session about the changes to catchment areas for the next school year.  The following schools will be affected by these changes: Porter Street Elementary Mountain View Elementary Cape Horn Elementary Rochester Elementary...

The trustee/school liason assignments have been determined for the upcoming school year.  Click on the link to download the PDF with these assignments.

Thanks to all who ran for executive positions on the DPAC on May 31.  Here is a picture of the newly elected Executive members:

Meadow Brook Elementary is hosting a Community Carnival on May 12 from 4:00 - 8:00.  They are located at 900 Sharpe Street in Coquitlam. Activities include: Pony Rides Bouncy Castles Relay Races Carnival Games Cake Walk Balloon Twisting Face Painting For more...

Please join us for a special Parent Presentation, supported by our middle schools and the Scott Creek PAC, on Thursday, April 20 at 7:00 in the Scott Creek Gym.  We will be bringing a special guest speaker - Andy Thibodeau to present to parents: “Laughing and...

Canada Homestay Network (CHN) has a number of homestay hosting opportunities coming up. We invite you to welcome an international student studying at various secondary schools in the Coquitlam School District into your family for one semester or a full academic year....

The Coquitlam Foundation has begun accepting applications for 2017 grants, bursaries and scholarships   As published by the Tri-City News: Applicants have until 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 15 to submit their completed e-forms, which can be found on the foundation’s...

SD43 is hosting a night of open dialog on the curricular changes that are occurring for education in BC.  Come join us to learn and talk about these important changes. Please RSVP to Myra Crosley mcrosley@sd43.bc.ca with your name, school, partner group, and email....

The school board has released their strategic plan entitled Directions 2020 which is the fulfillment of Learning Without Boundaries strategic framework that was created through the consultation of many stakeholders, including parents and DPAC.  The document includes...

The Confucius Institute, through SD43, is offering a program to students, from elementary to high school aged, on computer programming and web/game/app development skills.  Lessons are taught in English and run once a week.  The next session starts in February and...

The Education Ministry has a website to provide information to parents about how assessment will work under the new curriculum.  More than just providing parents with information, however, this site is also a place where parents can provide feedback to the ministry....

Please Join Tamara Banks as she gives a parent education seminar on the RULER Approach.  The event will take place on November 7th at 7:00 pm (doors open at 6:30) in the Gallery room at 1100 Winslow Avenue, Coquitlam.  All are welcome to attend this free event....

The presentations and other documents have been uploaded and are now available!  head on over to the Documents section and scroll down to the "Presentations and Resources" section.  When you click on the PAC 101 Orientation folder it will open up the folder and you...

On Wednesday, October 5 at 7:00 there will be an informational night on schools at risk during a seismic event.  All are welcome, the event will take place at Irvine Elementary. https://www.facebook.com/groups/SeismicSafetyBCSchools/

Come join us on September 28, at 6:45 (doors open at 6:20) for PAC 101.  Topics to be covered include: DPAC Overview + How can DPAC support parents Learn valuable tools on taking minutes & proper record keeping Hear how other schools operate their PAC Tips on...

The School District 43 has a survey looking for feedback from parents and guardians on the school calendars for school years 2017/2018, 2018/2019 and 2019/2020.  Please take a moment to click on the link below and fill out the survey before May 20th, 2016 to have your...

DPAC Executive Elections will be happening at the AGM on May 25th.  All positions are up for election.  If you are interested in being involved at the executive level for DPAC in School District 43, please fill out the nomination form and submit it to the office, or...