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Grad Committee Insights
With students back in school full-time, Eric Hamber’s graduating class remains hopeful that they will experience an eventful and fulfilling senior year.
Ms. Mullen’s Journey to Bring Yoga to Hamber
When Ms. R. Mullen (Mathematics) first started working at Eric Hamber, she was adamant on teaching a yoga course at the school.
A Course Selection Guide for Grade 10s: A Guide
Grade 10 is an important year for students all across the district. It marks the end of an era of mandated core classes, and the beginning of an era of choice and freedom when it comes to course selection.
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?
The Hidden Cost of the Pandemic: Youth Mental Health
From socializing to identity development, high school comes with many challenges. The onset of COVID-19 has only amplified mental health challenges in youth across British Columbia.
COVID in Schools: How Safe Do Hamberites Feel?
With the shifting school schedule in past years, there have also been many changes to safety regulations and mask mandates in schools.
How Hamberites Use FIT
FIT, alongside the semester system, is being monitored by school officials to determine what works and what does not, but what do Hamberites think of FIT?
Hamber’s Seismic Upgrade: An Update
The construction of a new seismically upgraded Hamber has recently begun, with the frame of the building taking shape
In Pursuit of Interest: Hamber’s New Clubs
New clubs have been formed to bring the Hamber community together this school year.
A Beginner’s Guide to Microsoft Teams
While it is remarkably convenient for all parties, there is one downside: Microsoft Teams is extremely confusing.
Versatile Vice Principals
Life at Hamber has certainly been different in the last few years, but two familiar faces have guided the students through it all: the Vice Principals.
An Introduction to Post Secondary Scholarships
Once again, it’s the time of year to apply for post-secondary scholarships.
New to Hamber: The Safe and Caring Schools Program
Safe and Caring School has a different goal than the School Liaison Officer program: providing resources to students.
Hamber’s International Student Program
For over 20 years, Eric Hamber’s International Student Program has been welcoming students from around the world to study at Eric Hamber and discover Vancouver.
New Grade 12 Literacy Assessment
The Grade 12 Literacy Assessment is a new, BC-wide, graduation requirement that will be first administered in the 2021-2022 school year.
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!
COVID-19 Case Reporting in Schools
The easing of safety measures has yielded an influx of COVID-19 cases, especially in schools.
Hamber Athletics: What’s in Store?
Hamber Athletics, designed for active students in the Hamber community interested in pursuing school sports, is fully up and running this year.