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Hamber’s One-Act Plays Return
Since the start of the pandemic, Hamber’s Drama Department has held one-act plays in the fall, as they were a safer alternative to plays and musicals. This year, two performances will be held from Jan. 16 to 17 in Hamber’s new auditorium. Each night will feature two one-act plays: “And Then There Were One — Spoof”, a comedic variation of Agatha Christie’s classic murder mystery and “Anne-Arky”, which depicts high school actors’ fear of an all-seeing talent agent in the audience.
Victoria School Board’s Safety Plan Rejected by Education Minister
BC Education Minister Lisa Beare has rejected a safety plan submitted by the Greater Victoria School District (SD61) board, instead appointing an advisor to review the school board’s plan. The revised plan will be due on Jan. 6, and is expected to address issues related to the school board’s discontinuation of the School Police Liaison Officer (SPLO) Program in 2023.
Unveiling the Future: Hamber's Memorable Opening Ceremony
After years of construction, and a year-long delay, it was only fitting that the new Eric Hamber opened its freshly-painted doors with fanfare. At the end of the first full week of classes, on Friday Sept. 13, the school hosted an opening ceremony. The event was attended by district officials, alumni, the building’s architects, students, staff, and representatives from the Musqueam Nation.
Cellphone Ban - What's changed in Hamber Classrooms?
In January, Premier David Eby announced the implementation of cell phone restrictions in all BC schools at the beginning of the 2024–2025 school year. The policy states that school boards must adopt multiple regulations restricting the use of personal digital devices in their codes of conduct. But after nearly two months under the ban, has anything actually changed?
Class of 2025: The First Graduating Class in the New School!
As Hamber left the old building, grade 12s left behind the infamous grad hall. However, with a new school comes new traditions, and grads are hoping to make their final year at Hamber (and their first in the new building) the best one yet.
New Year, New Hamber
While every school year brings its own set of challenges, this year posed one of the biggest ones yet for Hamber students and staff: the transition into a completely brand new school. As the weeks progressed, Hamberites became more accustomed to the reality of the new building and students and staff alike started noticing both the benefits and drawbacks of the new school.
The Comeback Of Overnight Field Trips
Ever since 2022, when the Canadian government officiated the end of the COVID-19 pandemic, overnight field trips have slowly been on the rise.
A Look Inside The New LLC
Hamber’s new Library Learning Commons (LLC) opened on Oct. 15, following much anticipation. While some students were confused as to if they could enter the space or not, the grand opening was ultimately a successful and enjoyable experience for everyone involved.
Hamber Faces Laptop, Projector Funding Shortage
Eric Hamber currently owes over $180,000 in repayments, due to the costs of installing more than 40 LCD projectors throughout the school and televisions in select classrooms.
Take Notes, Hamber
Note-taking is one of the many skills every student needs in order to survive and excel high school. Here are some tips and tricks shared by your fellow Hamberites!
University Application Advice From Teachers
As grade 12 students begin to navigate the new world of university applications, it’s easy to get lost and overwhelmed by the entire process. However, Hamber’s experienced teachers and counselors have great advice for struggling seniors to help calm their jitters and reach their application deadlines.
Eric Hamber’s New Principal
As Hamber students enter a new school year in a new building, they have been greeted by a new face: Mr. J. Lauzon (Administration) joined the school in September as our newest principal.
From Stress to Success: An AP Exam Season Recap
Every May, students at Hamber, along with countless students around the globe, write Advanced Placement (AP) exams.
A Night Of A Thousand Lights
On May 24, the Class of 2024 arrived at the Pan Pacific Hotel’s Crystal Ballroom to celebrate this year’s prom, A Night of a Thousand Lights.
Five Fruit Recipes to Beat the Summer Heat
Take advantage of seasonal summer fruits with the five delicious fruit-based recipes below! Each recipe contains ingredients you can find at your local grocery store, and takes less than twenty-five minutes to make.
Classroom Chaos: New School Building Plan Draws Criticism From Teachers
Hamber’s move to the new school building in September has sparked considerable discussion among teachers, especially regarding the way that generalist subject departments, the departments that do not require special classrooms, are to be distributed across the building.
Hamberites Weigh In On Presentation Platforms
What makes an engaging presentation? Body language, clear speech, aesthetics, and of course, a good presentation platform! Here is what Hamberites think of various presentation platforms.
Meet Hamber's Real Permanent Vice Principal
Hamber’s new permanent vice principal, Mr. N. Despotakis (Administration), has recently begun his term for the remainder of the school year, following two temporary vice principals.
Old Halls to New Walls: Students’ Thoughts on Moving Schools
This year marks the end of an era. At the end of June, students will say goodbye to the school for more than just the summer, as Hamber moves into the new building for the 2024–2025 school year.
Team Aphelion’s CanSat Win
On May 12, a small group of Eric Hamber students — known as Team Aphelion — sent a tiny rocket 3,000 feet into the clear afternoon sky of Lethbridge, Alberta. This feat was accomplished as part of the CanSat Design Challenge, a competition in which teams of secondary school students from across Canada participate in a single engineering challenge.