March 13, 2026
Principal’s Message – March 13th
Dear École Herbert Spencer Community,
Well the weather this week sure didn’t indicate Spring Break is around the corner, but it is! We are all looking forward to a break and hope you have lots of time to spend with family and friends! We will see you on March 30th!
Please see the following highlights, reminders, updates and information!
Axe Capoeira!
Huge thank you to Ken and his team for bringing Axe Capoeira to our Grade 3 and 4 students! Amazing Final Performance Today!
Division 13 Publishers!
Division 13 – Ms Watkins’ class welcomed families to share their published books this morning in their classroom bistro!
Snow Day!
Enough said!
Encore Ensemble!
One of the best After School Programs we have ever had! The Encore Ensemble recently gave a final presentation to their families!
Spring Afterschool Programs
Our Community Schools Afterschool Programs are always very popular. Sports of all Sorts, Stem Builders, Brick Builders, Soccer, Dance Fit and the TACC Sampler Class are all offered this Spring. Please see the linked Spring Afterschool Programs brochure for specific Program Information, Grades, Dates and to Sign Up!
Spring Fun Lunches!
Fri April 24 – Papa John’s Pizza (order by Thu April 17)
Fri May 8 – McDonald’s & Woomi Sushi (order by Thu May 1)
Fri May 22 – Papa John’s Pizza (order by Thu May 15)
Fri June 5 – McDonald’s & Woomi Sushi (order by Thu May 29)
Fri June 19 – Sports Day – Hot Dog Day (order by Thu June 12)
A reminder that you can order Fun Lunches for all the scheduled days at one time! This saves you on transaction costs AND you don’t need to remember to order!
Order online now: https://munchalunch.com/schools/HerbertSpencer/
New to our school? Registration and More Information Here
Community Happenings!
Moody Park Arena – School Dry Floor Programs
Hyack Football Spring Programs – Programs run from April to June for students Aged 5 – 14 – Registration Open Now!
Douglas College Spring Break Youth Camps
Calendar Dates:
Mar 16 – 27 Spring Break
Mar 30 School Reopens
Apr 1 Saleema Noon Parent Zoom @ 6:30PM
Apr 3 Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday
Apr 8 PAC Meeting
Apr 8,9,10 Saleema Noon Student Workshops
Apr 10 Reading Link Challenge (Spencer) – 9:15 – 10:30 (Gym)
Apr 14 Ready Set Learn – K Area, Gym (4-5PM)
Apr 15, 16 Griottes et Polyglottes – Art Dramatique
Apr 17 Reading Link Challenge – (All Schools) 10:30 – 12PM (Gym)
Apr 21 Grade 5 Grad Social
Apr 24 Papa John’s Pizza Fun Lunch (Order by April 17)
Apr 27 Pro D
Apr 30 Fire Drill @11AM
*Save the Dates
April 24 – Papa John’s Pizza (order by Thu April 17)
May 8 – McDonald’s & Woomi Sushi (order by Thu May 1)
May 22 – Papa John’s Pizza (order by Thu May 15)
May 29 Spencer Carnival! 5:00 – 8:00 PM
June 5 – McDonald’s & Woomi Sushi (order by Thu May 29)
Jun 12 Grade 5 Graduation – Mid Day Ceremony
Jun 17 Grade 5 Year End Activity – “Outdoor Experience” Langley
Jun 19 Sports Day!
June 19 – Sports Day – Hot Dog Day (order by Thu June 12)
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