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Monday April 30 is a Pro D Day. No school

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Opportunities for parent input on school district issues:
1) French Immersion program review
The VSB French Immersion working group is holding a parent focus group to seek input prior to making recommendations to the board on delivery models (single and dual track schools, early and late FI programs, etc.) and how best to distribute FI programs throughout the district to provide greater equity of access and make best use of the district’s resources. They issued an invitation through DPAC on Wednesday for parents to participate and are hoping for one or two parents from each school offering French Immersion programs. The focus group will meet next Monday, April 30, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm in Room 108 of the VSB offices at 1580 West Broadway.
This comes to our attention on very short notice and takes place a bit early in the day for many parents to be able to consider participating, However, you are a Hudson parent or guardian who is interested in attending or finding out more, please contact Alan, our PAC’s rep to DPAC, as soon as possible – apatola@telus.net, 778-998-8596. He can provide you with a summary of the group`s work to date and a draft agenda for the focus group meeting, and connect you with the DPAC secretary if you wish to RSVP.
2) BC Hydro proposal for underground substation in Nelson Park
Of particular interest to West End families who live near this site, BC Hydro has revived its proposal from last year to provide funding for a new elementary school in Coal Harbour and a rebuilt school at the Lord Roberts Annex site in Nelson Park in exchange for constructing a new underground substation below the park. BC Hydro is offering several opportunities for questions and public input through the month of May; for details please see https://www.bchydro.com/energy-in-bc/projects/west-end-substation.html?WT.mc_id=rd_westendsub. DPAC will also be having a discussion about this proposal, along with an update on the current VSB catchment review process, at its May 24 general meeting. The VSB’s press release on this issue is available at http://www.vsb.bc.ca/district-news/bc-hydro-and-vancouver-school-board-revisit-plans-underground-substation-west-end.
3) 2018-2019 Budget Review
The VSB has extended the budget review and are accepting feedback via this page. The current controversy with the budget is that it has hidden cuts to non-enrolling positions including teacher-librarians. In addition, there is no mention of the promised reinstatement of the Elementary Band and Strings program. Please do the survey found on this page:
https://www.vsb.bc.ca/district-news/budget-process-2018-2019-highlights-greater-collaboration

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Vancouver School Board Update
The VSB is working on next year’s budget and the current budget proposal does not include any funding to restore previously cut arts and music programs. E.g. Hudson parents were hoping for the restoration of the elementary band and strings program, among other arts programs.
www.vsb.bc.ca/district-news/budget-process-2018-2019-highlights-greater-collaboration
The trustees’ final vote on the 2018-2019 operating budget takes place on June 25. To read the current draft and find out about ways to provide feedback to the VSB, including an on-line survey open until May 02, click here: www.vsb.bc.ca/district-news/budget-2018-2019-have-your-say. To actually get to the current draft once you reach the above page (bear with us, it’s not that easy!), click on the link to “Plenary Committee III/V”, then on the “Cttee III – V” tab, then on “Power Point Presentation” and/or “Report”.
To be more specific about your feedback, Hudson’s assigned Trustee is Judith Zaichkowsky – judith.zaichkowsky@vsb.bc.ca

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Hot Lunch Volunteering
Can you spare an hour or two on Tuesdays from 9 a.m. -1 p.m. or Thursdays from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.? Our primary fundraiser needs a few more hands on ladles!

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Chess on Fridays after school could use some more players
Check out hudsonpac.ca/activities/ for more information.

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Babysitting Course at Hudson April 30
Attention grade 6 and 7 students: There are still a few spots left in the all-day babysitting program on Monday, April 30th! This program will run on the non-instructional day from 9-4pm in the Hudson library. Students will learn basic first aid skills, babysitting skills, safety tips and the rights and responsibilities of a babysitter. All students will receive certification after completing the program. To register go to: www.pacificfirstaid.ca or email betty@pacificfirstaid.ca by April 20th.
All students should bring a water bottle, lunch and snacks. For any further information, please contact Dianne Sankey, CST Programmer at dsankey@vsb.bc.ca. Poster in PDF. Pro d day babysitting at Hudson promo poster

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BCCPAC AGM
BCCPAC is the umbrella organization for PACs and DPACs in BC and the main formal channel for parent input into the Ministry of Education.
Our DPAC rep Alan will be attending the BCCPAC AGM on May 05 and 06 as the Hudson PAC’s delegate, presenting our two resolutions on revising the Area Standards (see www.hudsonpac.ca/advocacy) and voting on other resolutions to be considered at the meeting.
For full details of all the resolutions being considered, please see
bccpac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5ce4c360a02f3e3d90abca386&id=d06fc00e8c&e=b1141c4ae0
If you have any comments or questions about any of the resolutions and would like them brought forward at the AGM, please let Alan know by May 02 at apatola@telus.net.

Update on Activities

• POP Thoughts has been cancelled due to low enrollment
• Please note the updated dates for Monday and Friday activities that were the result of correcting the date of the April Pro D Day
• Note that Chess on Fridays has vacancies. See the poster for more info.

Check out Our Activities page for details.

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Hot Lunch Volunteers please! We need a few more helping hands. Contact Hot Lunch Coordinator Marina Bondarenko. 604.908.7855 musea79@hotmail.com.

The next Pro D Day is Monday April 30 not April 27 as originally posted. Please double check your own calendars.

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Activities
Next week marks the start of many activities including Spanish, Choir, Ocean Explorers and more. In particular, there are spaces left in PoP Thoughts, Thursdays after school starting April 12th. Please see our Activities page for details and sign up instructions.

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Term 3 Hot Lunch is taking orders and the first lunches are next week. To order, access the MunchaLunch system to place your order. See our Hot Lunch page for more information and forms of payment.
Volunteers please! We need a few more hands on deck (or cooks in the kitchen?). Contact Hot Lunch Coordinator Marina Bondarenko. 604.908.7855 musea79@hotmail.com.

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The next PAC Meeting is Wednesday April 11 at 6:30 PM in the Library. We will have a guest Roy Park, a member of the PAC executive at Van Horne Elementary and on the DPAC Executive, where he serves Treasurer.

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DPAC and Advocacy Updates
The major upcoming event for parents is an information session on the evening of April 12 about the VSB’s proposed budget for the next school year. For more details, and a very comprehensive link-rich summary of what’s going on at the school district and in local public education advocacy over the next month or so, please see vancouverdpac.org/generalannouncements/2018/4/5/april-2018-update

The thing to remember in this reminder is that it’s March Break and school doesn’t start back until after Easter.
However, you can plan lunch! Term 3 ordering is open. Please access the MunchaLunch system to place your order. See our Hot Lunch page for more information and forms of payment.

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Term 3 Activities
Please see our Activities Page to see what lunch and after school options are available for Term 3.

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Advocacy for education is ongoing. Please take a look at DPAC Rep. / Advocacy Update March 2018.

Hawaiian Spring Dance Friday March 9
At long last, the Dance is nearly upon us!
The Surf’s up! Hawaiian Spring Dance, Featuring DJ Mik will be this Friday March 9th from 3.00pm to 4.30pm in the gym.
Thanks to everyone who got their Dance reply form in. That has given us a good idea of how many people to expect. Of course you can still come even if you didn’t return the form.
Admission to the Dance is free and you don’t need a ticket.
Snacks and drinks will cost $1.00 each. Please bring loonies.
Feel free to wear Hawaiian or beach themed clothes.
This is an after school event with no supervision so parents are encouraged to attend.
If your child is apprehensive about dancing, you are welcome to come and see what it’s all about, perhaps grab a snack and hang-out for a while. It’s surprising to see how kids get swept up in the atmosphere, and even the most ardent non-dancer discovers they have some moves.

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Activities Update
Some term 2 activities have already wrapped up. Next week is the last week for Art, Tiny Titans Crossfit, Basketball, Spanish, Sportball, Lego, Dance, Chess & Young Rembrandts.
Term 3 activities start after March Break with Mad Science, Guitar & Chess starting first week back!
hudsonpac.ca/activities/

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Hot Lunch
Term 3 Hot Lunch will soon open on Munchalunch. However, for those who have not yet paid, please do so! If you have an outstanding balance the system won’t let you order for Term 3.

Vancouver Volleyball League
is offering Henry Hudson students in Grades 3 to 7 a FREE Volleyball Clinic on Wednesday March 7 from 3 to 4/4:30 PM. Come learn game or improve your skills. And find out more about VVL’s co-ed house league program. Please register in advance on the sign-up sheet on the office door or by e-mailing carlykrug24@gmail.com. See PDF for more detail.

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Term 3 Activities
You can start registering for Term 3 activities on March 5. The new calendar in PDF for is here: Hudson Activities Term 3 2018.pdf
New Activity
Creative Communication
Communication is a key core competency. All students, from in elementary and high school are expected to not only know about core competencies but also to apply them across all subjects. We can help boost your learning with a fun lunch time program. Have fun playing creative communication games and learn about communication core competencies the easy way. All grades welcome. The cost is $15 for five lunch time sessions. If you would like to receive a registration form or have questions about the program, please email Elizabeth Smailes, Executive Director of Youth Intropreneurs Society at youthpreneursociety@gmail.com.

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Hawaiian Spring Dance – Friday March 9
The Surf’s up! Hawaiian Spring Dance, Featuring DJ Mik will be on Friday March 9th from 3.00pm to 4.30pm in the gym.
Admission to the Dance is free and you don’t need a ticket.
Snacks and drinks will cost $1.00 each. Please bring loonies.
Feel free to wear Hawaiian or beach themed clothes.
To help us gauge numbers please let us know if you plan to come by filling out the form (going home in back packs this week, or found outside the office or in the PDF.). Please drop the form into the white PAC mailbox in the office by this Friday March 2nd.
This is an after school event with no supervision so parents are encouraged to attend.

Last day for the Give A Free Lunch
BOOK DRIVE!
When: Friday Feb 23 8-9 AM and 3-4 PM
Location: Gym Stage
We have almost reach our goal of $450!
ALL funds raised go to our Henry Hudson Hot Lunch subsidy program.
**nutritious lunches for kids in need**

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Earthquake Preparedness at Henry Hudson – Information Session Monday Feb 26

• Do you know what Hudson’s earthquake emergency plan is?
• How to reunite with your child?
• Does your family have an emergency plan?
• Enough supplies?

A panel of speakers will address this and more on Monday, February 26th from 6-7pm in the Hudson Gym.

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Mark the Date!
The Surf’s up! Hawaiian Spring Dance, Featuring DJ Mik will be on Friday March 9th from 3.00pm to 4.30pm in the gym.
Admission to the Dance is free and you don’t need a ticket.
Snacks and drinks will cost $1.00 each. Please bring loonies.
Feel free to wear Hawaiian or beach themed clothes.
To help us gauge numbers please let us know if you plan to come by filling out the form (going home in back packs this week, or found outside the office or in the attachment). Please drop the form into the white PAC mailbox in the office by Friday March 2nd. Download form here.
This is an after school event with no supervision so parents are encouraged to attend.
If your child is apprehensive about dancing, you are welcome to come and see what it’s all about, perhaps grab a snack and hang-out for a while. It’s surprising to see how kids get swept up in the atmosphere, and even the most ardent non-dancer discovers they have some moves. One of the Hudson parents has volunteered to DJ and our own after school dance teacher Nina will be there offering some games to get everyone going. The main reason the PAC puts on the Dance is to give all the kids the opportunity try something outside of the ordinary, to shrug off their inhibitions and have some fun!
Thank you.

Friday Feb 16 is Carnivale!

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Reminder: Parents of hot lunch … please remember to make hot lunch payments for Term 2. Also, next week Panago is the pizza vendor again now that their renovation is complete.

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Book Drive Feb 16
One more day to drop off old books! See the PDF here for more information.

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Monday February 19 is a Pro D Day

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Wednesday Feb 21 there is a PAC Meeting in the Library at 6:30

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Term 3 Activities Update
Online registration will begin on Monday, Feb 19 for the following spring program:
Young Rembrandts will run April 13 – June 15, no class April 27 and May 18. Please register at:
www.youngrembrandts.com/metrovancouver)
Paper registration will still be available for MoreSports Soccer which will run April 16 – June 11. Paper registration forms will be available March 5.
Please don’t delay in registering as all these programs fill up very quickly and spaces are limited.
DPAC Workshops
The January workshop supporting parents advocating for students with special needs — Navigating Inclusive Education/Triggering the Process, presented by Suzanne Perreault — is now posted as a slideshow on the DPAC resource page. Worth a look if you or anyone you know is grappling with this!
DPAC’s February 22nd General Meeting (7 to 9 pm in Room 180 at the VSB office, 1580 W. Broadway) will include a presentation on the new curriculum by Jan Unwin, Superintendent of Graduation and Student Transitions at the Ministry of Education, and Suzanne Hoffman, the new VSB Superintendent and former Ministry of Education Superintendent of Learning. All parents and guardians of students in the Vancouver School District are invited to attend; this presentation will be also broadcast as a webinar (https://mediasitemob1.mediagroup.ubc.ca/Mediasite/Play/570d1bf35d6347cfb36c3b085365ee961d).