Events
Kindergarten Information Session – October 7
Families of children who will enter Kindergarten in September 2025 (children born in 2020) are invited to learn more about the school district, Kindergarten and the registration process. The information session will take place on Monday, October 7, starting at 7 p.m., doors open at 6:30 p.m., at Carson Graham Secondary School (2145 Jones Avenue).
Standing Committee Meeting – October 8
A Board of Education Standing Committee Meeting takes place on Tuesday, October 8 at 7 p.m. and will discuss Mental Health and Well-Being. Visit our Public Meetings web page for information on how you can participate and to review the meeting agenda, which is posted on the Thursday afternoon preceding the public meeting.
Public Board Meeting – October 22
A Board of Education Public Board Meeting takes place on Tuesday, October 22 at 6:30 p.m. Visit our Public Meetings web page for information on how you can participate and to review the meeting agenda and board package, which is posted on the Thursday afternoon preceding the public meeting.
Playhouse opening reception – September 20
The Gordon Smith Gallery and Artists for Kids invites you to experience Playhouse. The exhibition features artworks from over 20 Canadian artists and presents the Gordon Smith Gallery as a place to hear stories, meet characters, and transform the spaces we inhabit in order to unveil unseen narratives. The exhibition sets the stage for us to consider ways in which the physical, social, cultural, and imagined qualities of a place are intertwined. Textiles and zines from elementary and secondary students intermingle with artwork from the Artists for Kids Permanent Collection and featured works by artists Whess Harman, Hannah Jickling and Reed H. Reed, Guna Jenson, and Cindy Mochizuki. Visit Artists for Kids for more information.
Explore and Create Saturday Art Program
Families with children ages 5–12 are invited to the Gordon Smith Gallery on Saturdays from 1 to 3 p.m., for drop-in art activities inspired by works in the new exhibition, Playhouse. Participation is by donation. Parent or guardian supervision is required. Visit Public Programs for more information.
Registrations
2024/25 Kindergarten – Registration begins October 8
Initial registration for 2024/25 Kindergarten (children born in 2020) begins on Tuesday, October 8, and continues until Friday, December 9. Information regarding the registration process is available on the Kindergarten Registration web page.
Advanced Placement Exams — Register by November 1
Handsworth and Sutherland are offering a range of AP exams for self-study students in May 2025. The deadline to register and remit payment is Friday, November 1. Visit the Advanced Placement web page for more information.
AFK After School Art – Registration open
Taught by art specialist teachers and assisted by secondary art students, Artists for Kids After School Art classes provide students the opportunity to further their artistic ability and foster positive attitudes towards the visual arts. Registration for fall classes is now open. Visit Artists for Kids for more information and to register.
North Vancouver Online Learning – Online registration open
NVOL provides engaging, accessible and interactive learning experiences for students. Students can enrol any time during the school year and have one calendar year to complete their course. Students can also choose to engage in their NVOL courses entirely remotely online or in a blended model of online and in-person interactions at our NVOL Centre.
Visit the NVOL website to see our full suite of courses from Grades 8 through 12 in both English and French. The French Immersion online course offerings allow students the opportunity to meet the requirements of their Diplôme de fin d'études secondaires en Colombie-Britannique online through L' École Virtuelle de Vancouver nord.
Additional Information and Opportunities
Career Pathways 44
Career Pathways is a website designed to support students as they explore the future of work and career opportunities. Students will learn about programs, events and initiatives that provide information and insights to various careers and career paths. Students will also learn how they can gain practical experience while still in school through programs such as WEX (Work Experience) or Youth Train in Trades. Visit Career Pathways 44 for more information and to check for upcoming events.
Supporting a Youth Who Has Disclosed Sexual Assault — October 17
Foundry North Shore would like to welcome parents, guardians and professionals to a free community conversation on Thursday, October 17, 7 to 9 p.m., at Carson Graham Secondary. Join keynote speaker, Anna Nelson from Family Services of the North Shore to learn about the Sexual Assault Response Program (SARP). This program provides free coordinated services for survivors of sexual assault, inclusive of all ages and genders, and is available to all residents of North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Bowen Island and Lions Bay. The presentation will also cover the difference between sexual assault and sexual abuse, what consent is and who can provide it, how to support a youth who discloses they were sexually assaulted or abused, and how the SARP can provide support. For more information and to register, visit Eventbrite.
