June 2026

Dear ESQE

 

As we come to the close of another school year, I'd like to pause and reflect with gratitude. 

 

To our students, you bring life to our school each and every day. This year has been filled with growth, perseverance, curiosity, and joy. You've taken risks, learned from challenges, and supported one  another along the way. To our grade 6 students, your leadership has left a lasting mark on our community. While we will miss you, we are excited to see all that lies ahead for you.

 

To our families and PAC, thank you for walking alongside us. Your ongoing support, involvement, and trust help create a strong and connected school community where students can truly thrive.

 

To our staff, your commitment, compassion, and teamwork make this school a place where both students and adults feel valued, inspired, and supported. The care you show each day does not go unnoticed. 

 

As summer begins, I hope it brings opportunities to rest, recharge, and reconnect with what matters most. May the weeks ahead be filled with simply joys, meaningful moments, and time to unwind. 

 

With sincere appreciation, 

Sarah Hain,

ESQE Principal 

 

 

NOTE! There will be a new bell schedule next year, our warning bell will ring at 8:45 to line up - with the teachers picking classes up at 8:50am. Students will be dismissed at 3:00pm. 

 

 

1. School Supply lists will be teacher specific for the 2026-2027 school year.
2. Once class placements are complete families will be able to order school supplies online from www.schoolstart.ca  by selecting the name of their child's new teacher. These supplies will be delivered directly to the school. More information to come early Fall.  DO NOT ORDER NOW - Order in September after you find out your child's new teacher.
3. Families will also have the option to download this list or pick up a paper copy from the office to purchase items from a store of their choice if you prefer not order online.

1. Keep a Routine: Children thrive with routine, maintaining a routine will help the transition back to school in the fall. This can include wake up time!
2. Get Sleep! It may be tempting to sleep in OR stay up late, we encourage children to maintain a consistent sleep schedule, similar to school. 
3. Set Boundaries: Limit screen time, dedicated quiet time
4. Continue Learning: Encourage reading time, journaling
5. Explore the Howe Sound: Take advantage of the amazing beauty of Squamish

• Alexandra Hrabarchuk - Chair
• Angie Keefe - Co-Chair
• Sarah Stewart - Secretary
• Nadia Velikaia - Treasurer
• Anastasia Kogan - District PAC (DPAC)

This month we acknowledged both National Indigenous Peoples Day and Pride Month - over the course of the month classes took part in different Indigenous focused activities, we had a school assembly, a school wide picnic outside, students had a chance to explore books, and check out the beautiful Pride Display!!

   

 

Our grade 3-6 students competed at the district track meet on June 9th at Don Ross Middle School. They did an amazing job representing our school and kept a positive attitude despite all the rain (and even some thunder!). A big thank you to all the students who took part and to all the wonderful families who came out to volunteer and support. Also - a shout out to all the teachers who donated their time to coach our students! 

Mrs. Busschaert's class went on an adventure, exploring Downtown Squamish - check it out! They even had a chance to visit the Squamish Public Library and learn from one of their librarians, Erika!

 

           

We had several teachers take advantage of the new Squamish Canyon location! What a beautiful way to experience Squamish's backyard. 

 

 

 

 

Sports Day at SQE is always a blast! The sun was shining, the students were smiling, and the spirit was sparkling!! It was such an amazing day!