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International Students Start a New Chapter at Hamber
Starting at a new school can be daunting. Every year, international students from outside of Eric Hamber have to adapt to a different environment, a different schedule, and hundreds of different people.
Hamber’s Newest Obsession: Pickleball Club Takes the School By Storm
If you’ve passed by a public tennis court in Vancouver, you might have heard the steady thwack-thwack of hard plastic balls hitting wooden paddles. It's also difficult to call yourself an Eric Hamber student if you haven’t gotten the chance to play a high-stakes Pickleball tournament in PE. The newfangled racquet sport is everywhere, and many students know about the game that has dominated outdoor courts and been the subject of multiple neighbourhood noise complaints.
Canley Cup Comes to a Close
With winter break approaching, the annual initiative known as the CANley Cup has taken place once again. This district-wide event is planned and hosted by the Vancouver District Student Council (VDSC) with the goal of collecting non-perishable food items for the Vancouver community.
Hamberities Finding Jobs: Resources and Tips to Help You Get started
Are you a Hamber student who wants to start working? If you’re unsure or overwhelmed, no need to fret, because here are some tips and advice from the Hamber community.
The Gold Rush for Taylor Swift’s Vancouver Show Tickets: Is it Over Now?
Because the Eras Tour originally only consisted of American dates, Canadian Swifties would have to cross the border to go to the concert, watch the concert film in cinemas, or tune in to livestreams. However, they had their wildest dreams come true when Swift added Canadian shows to the North American leg of her tour.
Hamberites And Their Holiday Food Traditions
From intense baking competitions to spinning coin-filled bread, Hamberites partake in a huge variety of food-centered, seasonal traditions. With Winter Break fast approaching, students and staff are gearing up for another holiday season full of culture, cuisine, family and friends.
Bundesliga or La Liga: The Great European Football Debate
The European football season is in full swing, and fans across the world are tuning in to watch their favourite teams and players in hope that they dominate the pitch. Each European league has its own pros and cons, and this poses the question: which league do football fans and viewers prefer?
Hamberites on Christmas Music: When It Should Start, Their Favourites, and Mariah Carey
What are Hamberites’ opinions on holiday tunes? Do they think Christmas music should be blasted from every radio station earlier? Or is it overrated? If so, what other songs have they been playing on repeat for the festive season?
Willow Street’s Parking Puzzle
In 2017, the City of Vancouver issued a total of 31 parking and stopping tickets on the section of Willow St. outside Hamber. In 2023, this number jumped up to 318, a just-over-tenfold increase, according to the City of Vancouver Open Data Portal.
Hamber's First Student-Led Sports Network
This year marks the debut of the student-run Griffins Sports Network. The Griffins Sports Network, often referred to as the GSN, features exclusive interviews, highlights, and weekly recaps with Hamber athletes, and is accessible through the Hamber Athletics (@hamberathletics) Instagram account.
Hamberites Debate on the new Snapchat Bitmoji
Snapchat‘s new Bitmoji style has sparked an ongoing debate among students, with many claiming that with each update, it worsens. In comparison to the 2018 avatar update, the new 3D avatar update in 2023 offers more realistic hair textures and facial qualities.
Students Review Fortnite Chapter 4
With the release of Fortnite Chapter 4: Season OG, many Hamberites have been flocking back to their screens to experience the nostalgia that comes along with their favourite childhood game.
The Timetable Tango: Behind the Scenes of Hamber’s Annual Course Change Lineups
At the beginning of every school year, students line up for hours on end, waiting to speak with their grade counsellor. By patiently staying in line, they hope to make changes to their timetables, which have been automatically assigned by the school’s scheduling algorithm.
New School Opening Delayed
Though the new school is on track to be completed February 2024, students and teachers will no longer move into the new building at the beginning of second semester. The big move will be delayed until the 2024-2025 school year, according to a recent parent newsletter and message to staff.
Meet Hamber's New Vice Principals
This year, Hamber welcomes two new vice principals, Ms. N. Gates (Administration) and Mr. A. Maclnnes (Administration). Both have previously been teachers, while Ms. Gates has also been a counsellor.
Meet Constable Davor Tolja: Eric Hamber’s School Liaison Officer
Davor Tolja (School Liaison) has been a member of the VPD for 20 years. He has worked in a variety of areas, from identity theft to property theft, before working as an SLO at Hamber during COVID-19.
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.
A Guide To University Applications
Whether it’s getting accepted to their dream university, taking a gap year, or just going with the flow, graduating Hamber students are eager for the future. When researching universities, many grade 12s are feeling scared and excited – applications can at times be overwhelming to handle.
REVIEW | Films You Should Watch This Fall
When you want to take a break from that project you’ve been putting off, browse our selection of fall films that are perfect to curl up to and watch beside the fireplace.
How Hamberites Are Dealing With Inflation
As British Columbia grapples with inflation, many of Hamber’s students have been affected, and their daily expenses have increased. Those who receive an allowance, or a part-time job, have found that their money goes less distance each month.