Maple Ridge & Pitt Meadows School District 42

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Showing gratitude with #FridayReads

Laity View Elementary teacher-librarian Natalie Clark recommends "Chi Miigwech, Big Thank You" by Astra Márta.

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Interested in hosting an international student?

Join us for an online information session on October 19, 2026. Registration required.

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Study local at Ridge Meadows College

Ridge Meadows College, operated by SD42, is accepting applications for the winter term. Choose from a range of post-secondary certificate programs and study local.

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District Highlights Magazine

Browse our retrospective feature, which captures district highlights from the 2025/26 school year.

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We're hiring!

SD42 is looking for qualified candidates interested in working as casual lunch hour supervisors.

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International Ed

Inclement Weather

Planning for a Safe and Inclusive Halloween

Dear families, With Halloween just around the corner, we would like to remind students,...

Applications open for Ridge Meadows College winter term

Ridge Meadows College, operated by the Maple Ridge – Pitt Meadows School District, is...

Homestay program info night: Becoming a host family for an international student

Are you interested in welcoming an international student into your home? Join us for...

District Highlights

#FridayReads: Show gratitude with Chi Miigwech, Big Thank You

#FridayReads: Little Shoes on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

#FridayReads: Welcome back to school! We Don’t Eat Our Classmates

District Highlights Magazine 2025/26

#FridayReads: Dear Dandelion, be resilient

Upcoming Events

Oct 19 2026

Homestay information night (online)

Oct 23 2026

Non-instructional day (province-wide)

Nov 11 2026

Remembrance Day

Nov 27 2026

Non-instructional day (school-based)

Dec 18 2026

Last day of school before winter break

Dec 21 2026

Jan 04 2027

Schools reopen after winter break

Jan 26 2027

Non-instructional day (school-based)

Feb 12 2027

Non-instructional day - Indigenous-focused (district-based)

Trades Programs

Auto Service Technician

This program consists of technical training and hands-on experience preparing you for employment in the automotive industry.
Culinary Arts

Students in the culinary arts program will acquire a wide range of skills, including the preparation of grills, roasts,...
Hairstylist Program

Complete Grade 12 graduation requirements while earning post-secondary credits and certification in the hairstyling field.

Educational Opportunities

French Immersion

The Maple Ridge - Pitt Meadows School District offers both early and late French Immersion choices.
Montessori

The Montessori program at Hammond Elementary is based on a method of observing and supporting the natural development of...
StrongStart

StrongStart is a free program for parents with children aged infant to five years old. The program helps parents/guardians...

Board of Education

Policies & Procedures Posted for Public Input

Review and provide feedback on posted policies and procedures
Board Highlights

See highlights from our public board meetings
Trustees

Trustees are elected every four years at the same time as the mayor and city council for the two municipalities.

Our vision

Our vision is for every individual to feel valued and for all learners to reach their potential.

Our mission

Our mission is to support all individuals in their development as successful learners, and as respectful, caring and responsible members of society.

Maple Ridge teaching chef receives Prime Minister’s Award

October 13, 2026

By Colleen Flanagan, Maple Ridge – Pitt Meadows News A Maple Ridge chef and educator was one of 20 teachers from across the country to receive a 2026 Prime Minister’s read more

Shovels hit the ground for new Pitt Meadows Secondary School

September 23, 2026

By Colleen Flanagan, Maple Ridge – Pitt Meadows News No more orange and brown coloured lockers. Students who will be attending Pitt Meadows Secondary School in the future have much read more

Maple Ridge students lend their support to Cops for Cancer

September 18, 2026

By Colleen Flanagan, Maple Ridge – Pitt Meadows News Hundreds of exuberant students cheered and waved signs of support for the Cops for Cancer team outside Kanaka Creek Elementary Wednesday read more

Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows School District No. 42

22225 Brown Avenue, Maple Ridge, BC, V2X 8N6 604.463.4200

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