Dear Families,
Here are the key events and activities happening this week:
Monday, February 2
- 5:00 PM – Senior Girls Basketball vs John Knox @ MRCS
- 7:00 PM – Senior Boys Basketball vs John Knox @ MRCS
Tuesday, February 3
- 7:20 AM–4:00 PM – Grade 6/7 Girls Basketball CESS Tournament @ Highroad
Thursday, February 5
- 5:00 PM – Senior Boys Basketball Game vs Highroad @ MRCS
- MRCS Society Town Hall Meeting – 7:00 PM
Friday, February 6
- Canadian Olympic Spirit Day
- Parent Prayer Meeting – Library Collab Room, 8:25-8:40 AM
- ES Chapel / HS SAIL
- Wrestling – Fraser North @ Pinetree Secondary
Friday, February 13
- ProD Day (No School K-12)
Monday, February 16
- Family Day (No School K-12)
Traffic & Safety Reminder
As we continue working with the City of Maple Ridge to improve traffic flow and safety around the school, please be mindful of the following:
- Use extra caution when turning left onto 203rd Street. Please watch carefully for oncoming traffic.
- Community driveways are private property. There is no parking in these areas — even for quick drop-offs or pick-ups. Our neighbours rely on clear access to come and go.
Thank you for helping keep our students, staff, and surrounding community safe through patience, courtesy, and attention during peak traffic times.
Town Hall Reminder – February 5
As previously shared, the MRCS Board of Directors will be hosting a guided Town Hall on February 5 for Parent Society members.
In preparation, a short video recap has been shared with families. This video brings together key elements from earlier communications and is intended to provide a common frame of reference ahead of the Town Hall, including:
- MRCS’s foundational biblical beliefs
- Duty of care and legal responsibilities
- The role of policy, guidelines, and curriculum
- The distinction between position and posture
- An overview of the principles guiding the draft policy
The Board will be sharing a draft policy prior to the Town Hall, and this recap is meant to support thoughtful reflection and prayer as we prepare for that conversation together.
We recognize these topics can feel weighty and personal, and we are grateful for the care, engagement, and trust of our community as we continue this work.
Canadian Olympic Spirit Day
MRCS Walkathon 2026 – Parent Permission Form Now Available
To support our development team transition, please complete the Walkathon Parental Permission Form by February 12 using the link below.
This will allow us to create your child(ren)’s fundraising page: Parent Permission Form
You will receive an email from Raisely in early March with instructions to access and personalize the page. More information about the MRCS Walkathon 2026 will be shared after spring break. If you have any questions, please email Carolina Louback and copy Edwin Harris.
Esperanza Fundraising Reminder
A friendly reminder to support our 2026 Esperanza Service Trip students through their current fundraisers:
Fundraiser Options:
- West Coast Seeds
Purchase flower and vegetable seeds for the upcoming growing season.
Support us through seed orders - Jars by Jodi – Cookie Mixes
Order cookie mixes through the fundraiser collection:
Support us through cookie mix orders
When ordering, please include “Maple Ridge Christian School – Esperanza” and the student’s name you are supporting in the Notes field, and select free local pickup at checkout.
Important Dates & Details:
- Fundraisers run from Monday, January 26 to Monday, February 16
- Final payment is due Thursday, February 19
- All orders will be shipped to the school
- Students will distribute orders to their supporters
Thank you for supporting our students as they prepare for this meaningful service experience. Your encouragement and generosity make a lasting impact.
Grandfriends Day – Friday, February 27
Grandfriends Day is coming up on Friday, February 27. This special day gives students the opportunity to welcome grandparents and special friends into the school to share in learning, connection, and community.
Hot Lunch Reminder
Due to the Student-led Conferences on Thursday, March 5, the hot lunch that was scheduled for that date was moved to Wednesday, March 4. Please update your calendar.
MRCS Clothing Store Restocked
Our MRCS clothing store has been freshly restocked with sizes and styles available for students and families. If you’ve been waiting to order spirit wear or essentials, now is a great time to check it out
Last week, our Grades 4-8 students showcased their courage and preparation at the Spelling Bee, while our Grade 5-12 students explored future pathways at the WorkBC Find Your Fit event. Two great examples of learning in action at MRCS!