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How Mask Modifications Impact Efficacy
With the continued pandemic safety protocols, masks and their various modifications have become commonplace in society.
The Most Anticipated movies of 2022
Movies most anticipated in the upcoming year, as told by Nest reporter Elle Glen (8)
Hamber’s Hopes for the New Year
What are some of the students at Hamber hoping and planning for this upcoming year?
Exchange Student Experiences
While those who have spent their whole lives in Vancouver may not think that the city is special, Italian and German exchange students attending Hamber present a whole new perspective on the school and Canadian culture as a whole.
Great for Students, but What About Staff? Hamber Teachers on FIT
Ultimately however, staff say they have suffered due to the lack of consideration and guidance from the school board.
SATIRICAL REVIEW: Hamber’s Cafeteria Food: Underrated?
It is a common bias that cafeteria food is low-budget, unhealthy, and unappetizing. Although in some cases this may be true, it is certainly not always the case.
A New Face at the VSB
The Vancouver School Board (“VSB”) Suzanne Hoffman’s resignation to become the CEO of the British Columbia School Trustees Association; Helen McGregor, former Superintendent of Curriculum and Student Achievement at the District School Board of Niagara (“DSBN”), will become the new superintendent of one of Canada’s most complex public education systems.
Hamber’s Remembrance: Commemorating the Sacrifices
As in past years, Remembrance Day was commemorated at Hamber. This year, due to the ongoing pandemic, the assembly took place virtually, where students watched a video from their 1-3 classrooms on November 10, 2021.
Stellar Senior Volleyball Performances at Cities
After numerous hard-fought games against teams from across the district, Hamber’s senior volleyball season has come to an end.
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.