July 2014 Newsletter – Introduction
July 2014 Newsletter – Introduction Welcome to our July 2014 Newsletter! It is finally summer in Vancouver and the weather has graced our lives with a lot of sunshine. The temperatures throughout British Columbia have risen, reaching record levels in some cities (over 35C in a few days). Vancouver has been experiencing an average of 25C during the day for the past couple of weeks. On July 2nd, Pattison School welcomed 71 new students in our Summer School. Students from Canada, Japan, Korea, Iran, Vietnam, Mexico and China are currently attending at least one of the 6 classes available. They...
Read MoreStanley Park named ‘world’s best landmark and park in the world’
Stanley Park named ‘world’s best landmark and park in the world’. On June 18th, 2014 Stanley Park was named ‘world’s best park in the world’ by TripAdvisor. Stanley Park is one of the most popular attractions in Vancouver for both tourists and local residents, drawing an estimated eight million visitors every year. The park has a long history and was one of the first areas to be explored in the city. Unlike other urban parks created by landscape architects, Stanley Park is a 400-hectare natural West Coast rainforest. It offers many attractions including the Vancouver...
Read MoreEvents and Activities in Vancouver – July 2014
Events and Activities in Vancouver Learn more about some of the outdoor activities and festivals that are happening in Vancouver during the following weeks. Arts Club Theatre Company presents Red Rock Diner Vancouver’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Musical. Five teens come of age while DJ Red Robinson plays the biggest hits of the time. Playing at Granville Island Stage until August 2nd, 2014. Students can buy tickets online – click here. Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival 2014 This year, Bard on the Beach is celebrating its 25th Season. It is considered one of the largest...
Read MoreSummer School Session
Summer School Session The 2014 Summer School has been a success. Students from Canada, Japan, Korea, Iran, Vietnam, Mexico and China have joined our Summer School program that started this past July 2nd. Pattison School is running 6 classes in total, distributed in the morning and in the afternoon periods: English 10 (2 classes), English 11 (2 classes), English 12, and Social Studies 11. Classes will finish on August 8th. Students who meet the required learning outcomes and minimum average grades will receive full credits for their courses. To learn more about the advantages of Summer School,...
Read MoreAugust 2014 Provincial Exam Schedule
August 2014 Provincial Exam Schedule Students completing Science 10, Math 10, English 10, English / Communications 12, and Social Studies 11 in British Columbia will be able to sit for Provincial Exams this August. The exam schedule is as follows: Science 10 and Math 10: Date: August 11, 2014 Time: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm English 12: Date: August 11th, 2014 Time: 9:00 am – 11:00 am English 10 & Communications 12: Date: August 12th, 2014 Time: 9:00 am – 11:00 am Social Studies 11: Date: August 13th, 2014 Time: 9:00 am – 11:00 am Pattison School as usual will be offering tutorial...
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Vancouver, Canada Grade 10From the first day I started to go to Pattison School, I felt very welcomed. The students are very co-operative and communicative. Also, the faculty are very respectful of their students and they are willing to lend a helping hand when students are in need. The interaction between the students and teachers has made the students more diligent with their work. I strongly believe that Pattison is a perfect high school for people who want to succeed and reach their full potential that will help them… Read more
