In order to keep the Stoney Creek Community better informed, we will be providing a week at a glance for each week to feature events that families might need reminders about and to keep everyone up-to-date on what’s happening each week. At the bottom, we will include large upcoming school-wide events and community programs to keep your eyes open for.
LOOKING AHEAD…UPCOMING NEWS FOR THE WEEK OF April 28 – May 2, 2025
Monday, April 28
- Pro-D Day – no classes today
- Fun Rec Summer Camp Registration – opens today at 7:00 am, more details here
- Creekside Swim and Pizza Party Pro-D Day Outing – space available, view flyer here
Tuesday, April 29
- Grade 4 – 7 Track Practice 8:00 – 8:45 am in the Gym
- Intermediate Dance Club (Grades 4-7) – 12:20 pm in the Gym
- Global Snacks & Crafts (pre-registered/full) 3:00 – 4:30 pm in the Community Rm (4 of 5)
- Fun Fair Planning Meeting 7:00 pm – Library
Wednesday, April 30
- NO Band Practice Today
- Track All Day Awards Meet 9:30 – 3:30 pm at Swangard Stadium (participants/drivers meet in the gym at 8:40am)
- Chess Club – 12:20 pm in Rm 104
- Gr. 6/7 Intramurals for interested students – 12:20 pm in the Gym
- Creekside Pre-Teen Drop In from 3:00 – 5:00 pm at Creekside Portable
- JJ’s Homework Club for Gr. 6/7 registered students 3:00 pm in the Community Rm
Thursday, May 1
- Adult English Conversation Circle from 9:15 – 10:15 am in the Community Rm – (free/drop in program)
- Primary Dance Club (Grades 2-3) at 12:20 in the Gym
- D&D Club – 12:20 pm in Rm 107
Friday, May 2
- Div. 1 – 6 – ADST Day!
- D&D Club – 12:20 pm in Rm 107
- Preteen Alphabet Soup – 3:30 pm at the Creekside Portable
- Science Discoveries for 9-12 yr olds 3:00 – 4:30 pm in the Community Rm (2 of 4)
MARK YOUR CALENDARS – LOOKING AHEAD
Monday, May 5
Scholastic Book Fair begins! Book Fair homepage
Tuesday, May 6
- Class and School Group Picture Day in the morning
Thursday, May 8
- Final Day of the Scholastic Book Fair – come for a visit with your family from 2:00 – 6:00 pm
- Early Dismissal at 1:50 pm
- Student-Led Conferences 2:00 – 6:00 pm
Friday, May 9
- Spirit Day – Biggest Fan Day!
Saturday, May 10
- Great Salmon Send-Off from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm (view flyer)
Monday, May 12
- Family Art Night 6:00 – 7:30 pm in the Community Rm (sign up here)
Tuesday, May 13
- Snack Attack for 5-9 yr olds starts today 3:00 – 4:30 pm in the Community Rm (sign up here)
Friday, May 16
- Sports Day! Early dismissal at 12:30 pm
- Subway Special Hot Lunch – place orders on munchalunch.com by the May 9th at 11:59pm deadline
Monday, May 19
- Victoria Day Stat – school closed
Friday, May 23
- Community Fun Fair! 5:00 – 8:30 pm (donations open on school cash for the raffle baskets, more details below)
COMMUNITY NEWS:
Subway Special Hot Lunch is set up for Sports Day on May 16th. For students on the school meal program, they are already being served Subway. For any other students who would like to have a Subway meal on that day, please place orders on munchalunch.com
Free Financial Literacy at Maywood Community School – This session takes place on Wednesday, May 21 at 6pm. Free child care will be provided. Reserve your spot today! Click here for more details.
Volunteers Needed for the Scholastic Book Fair – If you are able to volunteer your help in the library during the fair, please click here to sign up. There are a number of different days/time slots to choose from.
For everything you need to know about the big event, which will take place from May 5-8 in the library, visit our Book Fair homepage. The countdown to more Bookjoy is on! Catch you at the Fair!
Fun Rec Summer Day Camp will be running at Stoney Creek for six weeks this summer!
Registration will open on Monday, April 28th at 7:00 am online here.
The fee will be $230 per camper, per week and the following Friday outings are scheduled for each week:
- Week 1 – June 30 – July 4 (Tuesday is Canada Day and there will not be camp) – Aquarium
- Week 2 – July 7 -11 – Big Splash
- Week 3 – July 14 – 18 – Science World
- Week 4 – July 21 – 25 – Second Beach & Pool
- Week 5 – July 28 – Aug 1 – Cultus Lake
- Week 6 – Aug 5 – 8 – Playland
Please go to their website for all details: funrecdaycamp.com
If you require financial assistance for summer camp fees, please note the following options:
- The Burnaby Camping Bureau provides subsidies for Burnaby children from low income households to attend a week of summer day camp. Please click here to view more details. To book an appointment or find out additional information, please call 604.299.5778 or email campingbureau@bbyservices.ca.
- Stoney Creek Community Office has created a request form for families that wish to inquire about ADDITIONAL SOURCES (other than the Camping Bureau mentioned above) for financial support to assist in registering your child(ren) for a 2025 Summer Camp program. Please click here to access and complete the form.
Stay connected about any upcoming school or community events as well as updates from our Community Council on our school’s website at stoneycreek.burnabyschools.ca
