Student Researchers Perform Original Experiment
Ten bright Grade 12 Meadowridge scientists travelled to the University of Saskatchewan in August to work with renowned researchers at the Canadian Light Source (CLS). They studied the effects of X-ray exposure on insulin’s molecular and structural stability when conducting an X-ray crystallography experiment, using CLS’ particle accelerator (synchrotron). Their study findings could support future drug development and disease-specific research and can aid in improving the efficacy of research data.

Welcome Back Picnic
Over 1,000 students, parents, families, and friends joined us for our Welcome Back Picnic in September. From cotton candy, mini donuts, and popcorn to lawn games, balloon splash, and face painting, an amazing time was had by all. We raised over $450 for the Canadian Red Cross, thanks to our brave teachers who volunteered for the Balloon Splash fundraiser. 

Meadowridge Club Performs at BC Dumpling Festival
The Dragon Dance Club, led by Grade 11 student Christina S., performed at the first-ever BC Dumpling Festival. With over 20,000 people in attendance, the group displayed their talents and kept spirits high during their Dragon Dance Performance. 

Elementary Whonnock Lake House Picnic
Our younger students took a trip out to Whonnock Lake for their annual House Picnic, where they participated in House activities, built sandcastles, made new memories with their friends, and of course, enjoyed a picnic lunch! 

Spirit Day!
Grade 6 to 12 students showed their school spirit during School Spirit Day. A sea of green, red, orange, and blue, members of Fraser, Whonnock, Alouette, and Kanaka, filled the fields as students were rocking their house shirts. They enjoyed a day full of friendly competition in the hopes of winning the most points for their house. 
 

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Assembly
On Orange Shirt Day, we honour residential school survivors, their families, and communities that were affected by the residential school system. This day marks a time for learning, reflection, and raising awareness about the impacts of colonization through class activities, conversations, and a school-wide assembly. This year, we unveiled the Survivors’ Flag in memory of all the hundreds of thousands of Indigenous children forcibly separated from their families and communities and sent to residential schools. 

Grad Tie Ceremony
The class of 2023 and this year’s Grade 12 students received their highly coveted grad ties, gryphon-clad necktie worn only by our soon-to-be graduates. With 52 in the group and 13 lifers, some have been waiting 14 years for this big day! 

Diwali Celebration
Diwali, the festival of lights gathers people from all backgrounds and celebrates the universal light in everyone. Our dedicated parent volunteers planned classroom activities, an array of tasty treats for lunch, and show-stopping performances. 

Kinderbuddies Meet
Kinderbuddy duos became instant best friends during their first meet-up as they planted tulips, walked through the forest, and had some fun on the playground – even the Grade 12 students were zooming down the slide and swinging on the monkey bars! 

Junior Girls Volleyball advance to the GVISAA Volleyball Championships
Congratulations to the Junior Girls Volleyball team who came in second at the GVISAA Volleyball Championships. Go Gryphons! 

Halloween Fun
Meadowridge transformed into a Halloweentown as students dressed as their favourite characters. We hit off the day with a spooky parade for Elementary students and ended on a sweeter note, as students trick-or-treated through the forest. 

Week Without Walls (WWOW)
It was that special time of year again when our MYP and DP students took the learning outside of the classroom for our Week Without Walls. Our Grade 6 students experienced an exciting week away at Camp Elphinstone in Gibsons. The Grade 7s traveled to Gibson’s Farm for a three-day educational trip to learn about farming. Grade 8 students went camping at Golden Ears Provincial Park and learned a thing or two about camp stove cooking. Grade 10 students caught some waves while surfing in Tofino. Our Grade 11 and 12 students embarked on a trip to Loon Lake Lodge and Malcolm Knapp Research Forest, where they built rafts and canoed through the lake.  

Head’s Report
Each year, the Head of School, Mr. Scott Banack, publishes an annual review of our school. With information about everything from the arts and athletics to university acceptances and outdoor pursuits, the report is released to provide parents with a transparent look at our school. Read the 2021/2022 Head's Report here.