Dear Families,

What a fantastic Sports Day! We are so proud of our students for their enthusiasm, sportsmanship, and participation throughout the day.

A heartfelt thank you to all of our staff, volunteers, student leaders and PAC volunteers who helped make the event such a success. From organizing activities and supporting students to preparing stations and keeping the day running smoothly, their efforts created a fun and memorable experience for everyone involved.

We would also like to thank our Grade 7 student leaders for their outstanding contributions. Their leadership, responsibility, and positive attitudes helped make the day enjoyable for students across all grade levels.

As we look ahead to next week, much of our focus will shift toward preparing for Grade 7 Graduation. Students involved in the ceremony will be rehearsing, and staff will be busy preparing the gym and finalizing plans for this special celebration. At the same time, teachers will be completing the final stages of report cards as we approach the end of the school year.

Thank you for your continued support throughout the year. As we enter these final weeks of Term 3, we look forward to celebrating our students’ accomplishments and creating many more meaningful memories together.

Thank you for your care and support. You make Whiteside a special community to learn, teach, and play.

Ms. Sara Lai, Acting Principal

The Richmond Board of Education acknowledges and thanks the First Peoples of the hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ language group on whose traditional and unceded territories we teach, learn and live.

FROM OUR WOLFPACK

Div. 4 recently explored the art of mosaics and then put their learning into practice by creating their own mosaic masterpieces using construction paper.

The level of detail, creativity, and sophistication displayed in these pieces is remarkable. Students carefully considered colour, shape, pattern, and composition as they transformed simple materials into stunning works of art. Their patience, perseverance, and attention to detail are evident in every piece.  Please see the below for Miriam and Emma’s works of art!

Coming Events at Whiteside:

June 16 – K/1, 6/7 Immunizations (VCH)

June 16 – Whiteside PAC AGM @ 7:45 pm on-line

June 17 – Universal Hot Lunch 

June 18 – Spirit Day – Wear red and white for TEAM Canada at the World Cup!

June 19 – Grade 7 Farewell @ 10 am

June 25 – Spirit Day – Wear your team colours day!  (soccer, football, baseball etc.)

June 25 – Summary of Learning Reports Published

June 25 – Final day of school for students 

WHITESIDE INFORMATION AND EVENTS

Grade 7 Farewell:  Shape of the Day on June 19

Schedule of Events

10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.: Farewell Ceremony 

11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.: Photos and mingling outside 

12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.: Lunch for students and staff (families can visit outside or come back at 2:45 p.m. for student dismissal)

1:15 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.: Dance

2:30 p.m.: Go back to class for dismissal

PAC Updates

Our PAC is a great group of parents that care for our school and students. PAC are amazing resources for our entire school community. A strong PAC bonds our school community with our families. PAC is an excellent way for our families to connect directly with the action at our school as well as develop relationships within the parent community. Please reach out to our PAC at whitesidepac@hotmail.com for more information and an invitation link for our next PAC meeting. Our last PAC meeting of the year is online at 7:45 p.m. on June 16.  It will be our AGM.  Let us know if you are interested in becoming part of the PAC Exec next year. 

Hatch PreK Program Registration

Registration for the 2026/27 school year for PreK at Hatch Kids Learning Whiteside is now open! Email info@hatchkidslearning.com for more information or to schedule a tour. This program is for children ages 30 months to 5 years old and operates out of the modular building by the basketball courts.

Universal Hot Lunch Update

Ordering for our winter and spring Universal Hot Lunches are open at: https://munchalunch.com/. Please select the “Feeding Futures” option and ensure allergies are noted on your child’s profile. Our Universal Hot Lunch Dates are:

June 17 (Shepherd’s Pie/Butter Chickpeas and Rice)

Please order the age-appropriate size for your children. All orders must be placed one week prior to the hot lunch.

Wolf Wear Wednesdays

To show our school spirit, we invite our students, staff and community to wear their favourite Wolf gear every Wednesday

Food Security and School Affordability Support

Please reach out to our acting principal, Sara Lai (slai@sd38.bc.ca), if you require financial assistance for school-related costs.  As always, all requests will be treated with dignity, and your privacy will be respected. We want to work with families to ensure that students have everything they need to be successful at school. Do not hesitate to reach out if we can help.

Whiteside Fundraising – Return It

Help raise funds for our school by recycling at home! Return your cans and bottles to our local Return It depot (Unit 110 - 11020 Horseshoe Way), go to the Express area, type in our number 604-668-6419, affix the label to your bag, drop, and go.

Allergy Alert:

All families should be aware that Whiteside School has many students with severe, life-threatening food allergies. Some classrooms may be designated nut free to protect the health of these students. Please help us limit the nut products entering our school overall, as the impact on a student can happen anywhere in the school. If possible, please do not send food to school containing nuts. 

DISTRICT INFORMATION AND UPDATES

THE MORE YOU KNOW…

Save the Date! Richmond Celebrates Soccer (2026 FIFA World Cup)

The City of Richmond is hosting a series of community soccer events from June 12 to July 19, 2026, connected to FIFA World Cup 2026 activities in the region. Several events are taking place on school days and may result in increased traffic, parking demand or pedestrian activity near some schools and community facilities:

Thursday, June 18, 2026
Golden Boot Gathering
Minoru Centre for Active Living Plaza
12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Nearby schools include Richmond Secondary and Brighouse Elementary.

Wednesday, June 24, 2026
Community Soccer Fest
Thompson/Burnett Community Park
12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Nearby schools include Burnett Secondary, Blair Elementary and McKay Elementary.

Families and staff travelling near these areas are encouraged to allow extra time and plan ahead. The city notes that events are free and open to the public, and attendees are encouraged to consider walking, cycling or taking transit where possible.

For the most current event information, please visit the City of Richmond’s event website at richmondcelebratessoccer.ca.