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Alderson Elementary School
School District No. 43 (Coquitlam)
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Applications open Jan 8 at 9AM and closes Jan 14 at 4PM.
Click here to apply for Kindergarten Programs of Choice  |  Late Programs of Choice (for students entering Grade 6 in September 2026)    



1/5/2027
  
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​We are testing the Inclement Weather (Snow Day) notification page on Thursday, December 18 between 3:00pm and 3:10pm. Full access to SD43 websites will be restored as soon as possible. 

Thank you for your patience as we conduct this procedure.

12/17/2025
  
Warning

As BC Hydro addresses a high number of outages across the Lower Mainland, it is unlikely power will be restored at the school sites experiencing outages today (Wednesday). While schools remain OPEN, classes are CANCELLED. Students will be supervised at sites, as needed, but regular instruction will not be provided. 


It is expected that power will be restored and all schools will be open and operational tomorrow (Thursday, December 18).

12/17/2025
  
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​On Thursday between 3:00 and 3:05, the SD43 website will appear only show a test page for inclement weather notification. The test page will appear for about 5 minutes before normal service returns.

12/14/2025
  
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T​he district has been provided with guidance and resources from Fraser Health and the medical officer, which has been shared with district administrators. The air quality index is being monitored at the district level and appropriate actions are being communicated to our administrators based on our regional readings. Actions may include limiting outdoor activities and/or outdoor time, as well as monitoring vulnerable students that may have underlying health concerns.

9/4/2025
  
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​Please see the information posted below under "School News" and the online calendar to find out about the plans for the first week back. We look forward to seeing everybody!!

9/3/2025
  
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​Please be advised that both www.sd43.bc.ca and my43.sd43.bc.ca will be undergoing scheduled maintenance from August 6 to August 10, 2025.

During this maintenance window, both websites will be temporarily inaccessible. ​


8/10/2025
  
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​Students will be dismissed at 12:00 noon. Please email us at alderson@sd43.bc.ca if your child needs care for the afternoon

6/25/2025
  
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​School is closed for students on this day.

6/3/2025
  
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3/30/2025
  
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Register online at SD43SummerLearning.ca. Need help? Call 604-936-4261 or email summerlearninginfo@sd43.bc.ca for assistance. Thank you for your patience.

📢 Summer Learning - Middle & Secondary Skill Building Registration Opens March 7th at 6AM

Register online at SD43SummerLearning.ca. Need help? Call 604-936-4261 or email summerlearninginfo@sd43.bc.ca for assistance. Thank you for your patience.​


3/8/2025
  
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3/1/2025
  
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2/18/2025
  
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​Please contact your child's teacher if you do not know when to attend your child's conference

1/3/2025
  
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​Please contact your child's teacher if you are not aware of how to participate in your child's conference.

1/3/2025
  
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​School is closed for students

2/4/2025
  
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Successful applicants will be notified by email from the school in the week of January 27th. 

Families who have been accepted into a program of choice do not need to apply for cross catchment. The school will provide directions regarding registration. 
1/23/2025
  
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2024 11 12 Letter to Superintendents - H5 Avian Influenza (Final).pdf

Out of an abundance of caution, Fraser Health has sent school districts in the region a letter about the teenager who has tested presumptively positive for avian influenza. Please see the letter attached for more information. We encourage everyone to practice the preventative measures suggested, including:

  • Stay up to date on all immunizations, especially the seasonal flu vaccine
  • Do not touch sick or dead animals
  • Stay home if you are sick

 

Learn More:


11/22/2024
  
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Power has been restored at SD43 schools and all sites are open. 

11/4/2024
  
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​See you all on Monday!!

10/26/2024
  
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10/14/2024
  
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​See everyone on Tuesday!

10/1/2024
  
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​Schools are closed for Students.

9/19/2024
  
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Friday, January 19 - All SD43 schools are open today. As always, parents/guardians may choose to keep their child(ren) home today based on their individual circumstance. Please report absences to your school.​ 

POWER RESTORED at Montgomery Middle, Montgomery Centre, CLC, and CABE (9:50am)

1/19/2024
  
Snow

Today's forecast calls for cold conditions so plan to dress appropriately for the weather. Sidewalks, paths and roads may be icy and caution is advised. As always, if parents/guardians feel conditions in their particular circumstance are unsafe, they may choose to keep their child(ren) at home. Please inform the school of absences through regular procedures.

1/11/2024
  
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Updates posted here as they become available. 

2/21/2023
  
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Is your child turning five years old on or before December 31, 2023? Download our Kindergarten Registration Package and register online from January 31- February 2, 2023! Learn more: www.sd43.bc.ca/kindergartenregistration

Download our Kindergarten Registration Package and register online! Learn more at www.sd43.bc.ca/kindergartenregistration

2/2/2023
  
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Schools open, classes in session November 30

All SD43 schools and facilities are OPEN Wednesday, November 30 and classes are in session.

As always, parents/guardians may decide for themselves if local conditions are safe and suitable for sending their children to school.​

11/28/2022
  
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​School Starts on Tuesday. Please see information about the plans for the first week in our Welcome Back Newsletter (in the School News section below). We look forward to seeing ​everyone and to welcoming families who are new to our community!

9/2/2022
  
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​Over the next 10 days, schools will be contacting families to arrange distribution of Covid-19 Rapid Tests kits.  Families will receive a box of 5 tests for home use. Please follow carefully follow these updated instructions: BCCDC Rapid Testing at Home - February 25, 2022​

​Over the next 10 days, schools will be contacting families to arrange distribution of Covid-19 Rapid Tests kits.  Families will receive a box of 5 tests for home use. Please follow carefully follow these updated instructions: 

3/15/2022
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Alderson Elementary School

825 Gauthier Avenue, Coquitlam BC
V3K 7C4
604-939-8301 604 937-8000 alderson@sd43.bc.ca
8:30 am - 3:30 pm
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