| By Myriam Dumont, Vice-Principal, École Cleveland October is Canadian Library Month, a time to recognize the vital role libraries play in fostering literacy, lifelong learning, and community engagement across the country. Within the North Vancouver School District, school library learning commons are vibrant hubs of learning, creativity, and connection. On October 27, 2025, schools across the district proudly celebrated School Library Day with one of our most cherished literacy traditions: D.E.A.R. (Drop Everything and Read). This district-wide event invited students and staff to pause their day and immerse themselves in the joy of reading, reinforcing the importance of literacy and the shared experience of storytelling.
“I really like D.E.A.R. every year because our entire school becomes so quiet, and I love reading."
— Lucy, Grade 4
“I liked that we stopped everything we were doing to read. When I read, it helps calm me down—and I love I Spy books."
— Cairo, Grade 1
These photos capture joyful moments from elementary schools throughout North Vancouver, where students and educators came together to celebrate reading in creative and collaborative ways. From cozy reading corners to whole-school read-ins, the enthusiasm was palpable. |
