February 12, 2026
Principal’s Message – February 13th
Dear École Herbert Spencer Community,
Please see the following highlights, reminders, updates and information!
Please be reminded that Monday, February 16th and Tuesday, February 17th the School will be Closed to Students. We will see you on Wednesday, February 18th!
Olympic Fever!
Shrek the Musical!
Special Student Performance – April 29th
A designated school performance has been scheduled for Wednesday, April 29 at 7:00 PM, and the Royal City Musical Theatre would love to welcome schools from across the district for this special evening of live theatre.
School Performance Details
Show: Shrek the Musical
Date: Wednesday, April 29
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Massey Theatre (735 8th Avenue, New Westminster, B.C.)
Ticket Price: $32.50 per seat (all seating)
Friends and family are also welcome to attend, using the QR code provided on the linked Poster, along with the students.
Family Photoshoot Fundraiser!
Book a beautiful keepsake photo while supporting our school! Sarah Jane Photography will be hosting a special family photoshoot evening—your furry family members are welcome too!
When: Tuesday, February 24th
Sessions: 15-minute time slots from 4:30–9:00 PM
Where: Herbert Spencer School Gym (please enter via the gym doors)
Cost: $42 per session, which includes one hi-res digital image
Additional images will be available to purchase afterward at Sarah Jane Photography
Reserve your spot through Munch-a-lunch as of February 9th!
Spaces are limited and expected to fill up fast!
2025/2026 Grade 4 – Student Learning Survey
An email was sent this week to the families of all Grade 4 Students sharing the link to the Student Learning Survey provided by the BC Ministry of Education and Child Care. Parents and Guardians of Grade 4 students are asked to please complete the survey, open now until May 1st.
Grade 4 students complete a similar survey in school during this same period of time. Your feedback is very important to help us shape our strategic planning and provide feedback on how we are doing. We appreciate your support!
Community Happenings!
Hyack Football Spring Programs – Programs run from April to June for students Aged 5 – 14 – Registration Open Now!
Douglas College Spring Break Youth Camps
Canadian Parents for French Art Workshop! – February 21st – More info HERE
Shrek the Musical! – Designated Student Performance – April 29th @ 7PM
Come try Field Hockey! – An opportunity to try the Sport of Field Hockey on March 5th from 7-8PM – More Information Here!
Calendar Dates:
Feb 16 Family Day
Feb 17 Pro D
Feb 20 Pizza Fun Lunch
Feb 24 Family PhotoShoot 4:30 – 9:00 PM – Info Here. Booking Here.
Feb 25 Fire Drill @11AM
Mar 2, 3 Les Petits Chefs (crepes)
Mar 3 Mike’s Critters – Div 19, 20 and 21
Mar 4 District Ball Hockey Tournament – FRMS (Afternoon and Early Evening)
Mar 6 McDonalds/Sushi Fun Lunch
Mar 9 – 13 Axe Capoeira – Grade 3/4
Mar 13 Axe Capoeira Final Performance 1:30 PM (Open to Grade 3 and 4 Parents)
Mar 12 Second Report Published
Mar 16 – 27 Spring Break
Mar 30 School Reopens
*Save the Date – April 21st Grade 5 Grad Social! An Evening Event – More Info to Come
Useful Links:
École Herbert Spencer Website
École Herbert Spencer Parent Advisory Council Website
PAC Events Calendar
École Herbert Spencer 2025-26 School Calendar
School Cash Online Information
Family Portal Instructions for Parents
My Ed BC Parent Portal instructions