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The New School’s First CANley Cup
The CANley Cup — a district-wide fundraiser for those with financial difficulties, hosted by the Vancouver District Student Council (VDSC) — has returned for its thirteenth year. According to VDSC’s website, “Schools are encouraged to hold friendly competitions” to win the CANley Cup trophy, which is awarded to the student body that raises the most money.
Student Council’s Next Chapter
Beginning in early April, Eric Hamber students began their campaigns for Hamber’s 2024–2025 student council (StuCo). Voting occurred on Apr. 23, and results were announced on Apr. 25.
Hamber’s Annual Clubs Day is Back!
This year's annual Clubs Day happened on Oct. 4 in the cafeteria. Students of all grades gathered during lunch to see the different displays of almost every club at Hamber.
VDSC Hosts Annual Art Gala
The Vancouver District Student Council (VDSC) is holding their annual art gala once again, inviting young artists in Vancouver School Board (VSB) schools to “take a step back and look to how our history has shaped us to the present we know now”.
Meet StuCo Members 2023
After weeks of campaigning, Hamberites have elected their Student Council members for the 2023/24 school year, with winning candidates ready to take on the responsibility and represent student’s voices.
Student Council Pulls the Plug on Hamber Festival
Despite Eric Hamber’s Student Council’s intention to run a festival at the end of this school year, the event has been scrapped, says Co-President Wilson Liang (12).
OPINION: Are Hamberites Being Restricted?
Every year, a plethora of student events occur. Student council and grad committee organize the vast majority of them, ranging from holiday markets to Valentine’s grams, while a wide array of clubs runs the rest. But are school organizations being restricted in what they can do?
Love is in the Air: Hamber’s Valentine’s Day Celebrations
To celebrate the romantic holiday, Valentine-themed events and fundraisers have been hosted at Hamber over the past few weeks. The most notable event was Cupid’s Court. The Valentine's Day dance, organized by Student Council was held in the cafeteria on Feb. 9. The dance featured concession, a DJ, and a Valentine's Day themed Polaroid photo booth.
Vancouver District Student Council (“VDSC”) Overview
You may or may not have heard of the Vancouver District Student Council, better known as the ‘VDSC’, and chances are, you have seen at least one member from Hamber. But what exactly is the VDSC?
New Year New STUCO
A new school year brings a new Student Council (StuCo), and Eric Hamber’s 2021-2022 StuCo is ready to rock!