Guest Speakers

Junior School

Bringing Eagle Adventures to Life: A Week with Writer-in-Residence, Darren Lebeuf

Over the past week, the Junior School library turned into a writing workshop with the younger students working with our first PYP Writer-in-Residence, award-winning author and illustrator, Darren Lebeuf.

Junior School

How to get Started with a Story

We were delighted to welcome back Ms. Bell-Irving, author of the urban fantasy series Wicked Conjuring. To help all aspiring authors, she has written a post offering guidance for anyone crafting their own stories.

Senior School

From Trading to TikTok: Real-World Business Education at SJS

At SJS, business education extends far beyond the textbook. Through competitions, alumni mentorship and industry guest speakers, students are gaining first-hand insight into the opportunities in today’s global economy.

Community

Exploring the Future of Learning: SJS Hosts “Artificial Education” AI Conference

SJS had the privilege of hosting a thought-provoking conference that gathered over 300 educators and thought leaders from independent and public schools across the province.

Junior School

Junior School Welcomes Experts for a Series of Engaging and Creative Workshops

Our Junior School students have enjoyed a range of workshops this week, from drama, art and yoga to an Indigenous tea blending workshop!

Junior School

Dion and Gobi Visit SJS to Share Their Story of Friendship and Adventure

Our Junior School students enjoyed meeting the dynamic duo whose story of friendship and adventure is set to become a Hollywood blockbuster!

Community

Governor General Award-winning Cree Author David A. Robertson Returns to SJS

Two-time Governor General Award-winning Cree author, David A. Robertson, returned to SJS to visit with students in both the Junior and Senior School, as well as our friends from χpey̓ Elementary.

Community

Rain Pierre Shares His Inspirational Story on Orange Shirt Day

We have had a diverse array of Indigenous guests at SJS over the years, and this week we welcomed Rain (sɬə́məxʷ) Pierre from Katzie First Nation.

Community

Hannah Beach Returns to SJS to Talk Cellphones

If you attended Hannah's in-person presentation in April on Raising Resilient, Future Ready Kids, you know what a great speaker she is and this session is not to be missed!

Senior School

Grade 10 Welcome Local MLA for Q&A on Canadian Politics

SJS hosted a Q&A session with The Honourable Brenda Bailey (MLA for False Creek) where students were able to ask her all about provincial legislature, elections and more.

New Roles and Fond Farewells

SJS Celebrates Bronze EcoSchools Certification

Chris Brunner Hits the Highway