Dear DG Families,
With Spring in the air, and it being Earth Day on Wednesday, this is a good time to remind ourselves of little steps we can all take to help the environment. Turning off the lights when leaving a room/the house, shutting off the tap while brushing teeth, walking/biking (rather than driving) for short trips, and bringing a water bottle from home when you’re out and about, rather than buying water in single use plastic, all help. Another thing we can do is pack a “litterless lunch” for work/school.
Aim for a Litterless Lunch
A litterless lunch encourages reducing the waste that goes to the landfill. If we focus on HOW we pack our lunch for work or school, we can reduce garbage. Here are a few tips to try:
- pack food in reusable containers rather than using plastic wrap or a ziplock baggie
- choose items with less packaging where possible (eg. buying in bulk and dividing into individual portions at home, using reusable containers, vs. buying items that are already individually-portioned)
- pack a “real” (or reusable) fork/spoon rather than using disposable plastic cutlery.
- use a refillable water bottle
- try reusable food-grade silicone bags and/or eco-friendly wraps (usually made with beeswax) in place of plastic baggies. If you are using plastic baggies, wash them out so they can be used more than once
On Wednesday, April 22nd, everyone is encouraged to bring a litterless lunch (and wear their Earth Day colours)
On Wednesday, Wear Your Earth Day Colours
To celebrate Earth Day, students are invited to wear blue/green/brown (or whatever colours remind them of “earth”!), on Wednesday.
Delview Park Clean-Up for Earth Day
The event will be held at Delview Park and is a community-focused initiative aimed at encouraging environmental responsibility among students and their families.
-Lawn games and music
-A park and community cleanup activity
-Prizes and raffle giveawaysAll cleanup materials (gloves, garbage bags, and tongs) will be provided, and the event will be supervised by the Leos student volunteers, along with members of the Lions Club.DG Families have been invited to attend. Please sign up here to reserve your spot!
Thanks for Supporting the Grade 7 Bottle Drive!
Not Returning Next Year?
We are beginning the process of planning for next school year. If you are moving and are not planning to return to Devon Gardens in the fall, please make sure that you let our office know as soon as possible.
2026-2027 Class Placement Information
In the coming weeks, we will start to tentatively look at next year’s organization and possible class placements for students.
Some Things to Know about Our Process:
Class placements are important decisions and something that teachers consider very carefully.
FACTORS & CONSIDERATIONS: Assigning students to classes is a very complex task that takes into consideration a variety of factors, including: learning styles and strengths, what a student is able to achieve in relation to the goals of the curriculum, degree of independence in work habits, social and personal needs, age and physical maturity, previous placements, gender balance of class, etc….
The number of staff members assigned to our school is decided by the Superintendent’s Office and is based on projected student enrolment. Enrolment estimates and class size guidelines affect the configuration of classes, which may also necessitate a particular organizational configuration (i.e. whether or not we have combined or “split” classes and the number of students, per grade, in the class).
SCHOOL-BASED DECISIONS: The professional staff is in contact with children in the school setting for nearly 30 hours a week. Your child’s present teacher, along with other educators who work with your child, have a year’s worth of current, rich information and insight about the conditions under which your child learns best. Therefore, decisions around where to place students are determined through school-based, team decisions, based on their recommendations.
INPUT FROM PARENTS: As our partners in education, parents may also have important information to assist us with the placement of students. Parents are welcome to share with the school personal, educational, or social information that could affect their child’s placement. Our staff will keep in mind this information, along with the above considerations, when building classes.
If you have information about your child and the kind of learning environment in which she/he best works and learns, and you would like to share this information with our staff, please fill in the “Parent Information” form by clicking on the link below. This is optional. Please complete the form no later than Friday, May 22nd, 2026.
It is important to note that it is not possible for parents to choose their child’s teacher or make requests regarding other students. Teachers who are currently on staff may not be here next year, may not be assigned the same grade, or may not teach a class configuration that meets your child’s learning needs. Whatever the scenario, we strive to place your child in a warm, caring environment that will maximize his/her learning potential.
Should you have information you wish to share with us, please fill in the form by Friday, May 22nd, 2026. Please fill in 1 form for every child.
Please note, parents are not required to do this. It’s optional.
2026-27 Class Placement Information Form
Delta School District 2026/27 Budget Recommendations
Phase 1 of this year’s budget public consultation process resulted in 167 online survey responses from parents/caregivers, students, staff, and community members on their budget priorities for the upcoming school year. Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback. You can see a summary of the feedback, along with general information on where the school district’s funding comes from and how it is spent here.
Following consideration of this feedback and the Ministry’s funding announcement, the Delta Board of Education released the draft budget recommendations for 2026/27 on Thursday, April 16. The Delta Board of Education is now inviting you to provide feedback on these via a short online survey or by sending an email to budget@deltaschools.ca before noon on Monday, April 20. This will enable your feedback to be shared with the board prior to the Special Public Board Meeting for Budget Input on April 21.
Alternatively, if you would like to share your thoughts in person, you are welcome to attend the meeting on Tuesday, April 21 at the School Board Office, 4585 Harvest Drive, Ladner. The meeting will follow the Regular Board Meeting and is expected to begin at approximately 7:30 p.m. To sign up to speak at the Special Public Board Meeting, please email kaquino@deltaschools.ca by 5 p.m. on Monday, April 20.
Calling ALL BAKERS!
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Rice Crispies
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Banana Bread
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Smore Squares
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Cake Pops / Cupcakes regular size
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Variety of cookies (chocolate chip, oatmeal etc. )
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Brownies
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Variety of muffins
Vancouver Canadians Baseball Fundraiser
YEAR BOOK ORDERING STARTS SOON!
Family Fun Night … Coming Soon!
Please also refer to the PAC Letter, regarding donations, that was sent home last Thursday.
PAC Fundraisers ongoing throughout the year
For information about the following fundraisers, please click the logos.
Questions? Send an email to pacdevongardens@gmail.com.
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Use code DevGardens26, $5 from each registration goes back to our school
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Use your personal Return-It account by clicking donate and looking up Devon Gardens Elementary
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Mention Devon Gardens Elementary at checkout, 10% of your purchase becomes credit for the school
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Use this link https://mabelslabels.ca/en-CA/fundraising/support to make a purchase and 20% of your purchase becomes goes back to our school
North Delta Football Club
We’re excited to offer a great lineup of Summer Day Camps for our players, whether they’re looking to stay active, try a variety of sports, or get ready for the upcoming fall soccer season!
Multi-Sport Day Camp
Our Multi-Sport Camp is all about fun, variety, and staying active! Campers will take part in a range of sports and activities led by our staff, including Ultimate Frisbee, Basketball, Flag Football, and Soccer. This camp is perfect for players who enjoy trying different sports, building friendships, and staying active in a positive, high-energy environment.
Camp Dates:
- Camp #1: July 6–10, 2026 (5 days)
- Camp #2: July 20–24, 2026 (5 days)
- Camp #3: August 4–7, 2026 (4 days)
Details:
- Age Group: 2018–2014 born (boys & girls)
- Time: 9:00am – 4:00pm
- Location: Mackie Clubhouse (10900 82 Ave, Delta)
- What to Bring: Running shoes, water, snacks, and daily lunch
Fees:
- Camps #1 & #2: $335 (includes camp t-shirt)
- Camp #3: $275 (includes camp t-shirt)
Pre-Season Soccer Day Camp
Took the summer off from soccer? No problem! Our Pre-Season Soccer Camp is the perfect way to get back on the field and prepare for the upcoming fall season.
This camp focuses on maximizing touches on the ball in a fun, high-energy environment. Players will build confidence, sharpen their skills, and get game-ready through engaging sessions led by our experienced staff.
Camp Date:
- Camp #4: August 24–28, 2026 (5 days)
Details:
- Age Group: 2018–2014 born (boys & girls)
- Time: 9:00am – 4:00pm
- Location: Mackie Clubhouse (10900 82 Ave, Delta)
- What to Bring: Shin pads & cleats (mandatory), running shoes, water, snacks, and daily lunch
Fee:
- $335 (includes camp t-shirt)
Whether your child is looking to try something new or get ready for the season ahead, we’ve got a camp for them!
Spots are limited and camps fill quickly, register early to secure your spot. https://northdeltafc.com/summer-camp/
Wednesday, April 22nd– Earth Day! (wear your Earthy colours – blue, green, white, brown, etc)
Friday, April 24th – PAC bakesale afterschool (proceeds go towards playground fund)
Monday, April 27th – online ordering for yearbook opens (hot lunch site) – deadline May 12th
Friday, May 1 – Entrepreneur Fair
Monday, May 4th – PAC Meeting, 7pm
Wednesday, May 6th- PAC recess snack day (TCBY)
Thursday, May 7th- Regional Track Meet @ NDSS
Tuesday, May 12th – deadline to order yearbooks
Thursday, May 14th- District Track Meet @ SDSS
Friday, May 15th – non-instructional day (no school for students)
Monday, May 18th – Victoria Day (schools are closed)
For other upcoming events, please refer to the calendar on the school website:
https://dg.deltasd335.upanupstage.com/news-events/monthly-calendar/