Thank you so very much for your contributions to the 2024/2025 Tech Direct Drive! Thanks to your generosity we were able to buy 20 new Mac laptops for the school, for students to use in class and in the library. We are now excited to launch our Direct Donation Appeal for 2025/2026!

Why A Direct Donation Appeal?

Every year we will be launching a direct drive fundraising campaign at the start of the school year. Direct drives are a major contributor to annual fundraising for many schools in Vancouver. They are simple and very effective way for you to contribute to the many PAC-funded programs and resources that enrich our children’s learning experience beyond what public funding provides. 

How is the PAC Funded?

We rely on your support! The PAC receives some grant funding through the government and raises all other money through fundraising, including this Direct Donation Appeal.

What is Our Fundraising Goal?

For this Direct Drive, the goal is $15,000—but the more money we raise, the more we can contribute to our school community! Our total fundraising goal for the year (with other fundraising initiatives e.g. Hot Lunch) is $65,000. Our fundraising benefits all our students across both French Immersion and English programs, at both the Main School and the Annex.

What Does the PAC Fund?

The VSB funds operations needs, then through the PAC we make our school a richer place to learn and grow. Your donations, this year and always, make a direct impact in many important ways:

1. Technology – The PAC funds technology to ensure all students have equitable access to digital learning. In the last two years alone (especially with the help of last year’s Tech Direct Drive!) we have funded laptops for student research and assignments, laptops for our library, and the purchase and installation of projectors in every classroom—helping teachers bring lessons to life and supporting engaging, modern learning experiences for every child. Our school’s technology needs to be regularly updated, and the school relies on PAC funding to be able to do so.

2. Sports Equipment & Active Play – We help fund sports and recreational equipment, ensuring students have opportunities to stay active, healthy, and engaged during the school day.

3. Classroom Supplies – We provide additional classroom funds assigned to each teacher, used to purchase enrichment materials such as books, markers and stickers.

4. Science & Arts Consumables – We provide funds for arts and science materials ranging from butterfly kits for kindergarten and seeds for outdoor garden education, to baking soda for experiments and paint and other art supplies.

5. School & Cultural Programs – We support school-led activities such as the Maple Man, Coyote 101 education, dance lessons, and performances, as well as PAC-led initiatives like the Welcome Tea, Lunar New Year, Parent Education Talks, and the Spring Carnival.

6. Larger Enhancements – In past years, our PAC has also funded bigger projects such as picnic benches and playground improvements.

How Are the Funds Allocated?

A budget is created annually, based on needs identified by teachers, staff, school administrators and parents. It is reviewed and voted on by the parent community at the AGM in June for the next school year (the graph below shows how the 2025-2026 budget has been allocated).

How Much to Donate to the Direct Drive?

A contribution of $40–$80 per student (about $4–$8 per month over the school year) makes a significant difference. To put it into perspective, if every family contributes $30 per student, we will raise the target of $15,000!

We understand every financial situation is unique; participation is completely voluntary. Any amount is truly welcome and deeply appreciated! Family members and local businesses are also invited to contribute.

How To Donate The donations are done through SCHOOL CASH ONLINE. Detailed inforomation is in the first graphic on the right side of this page.

When to Donate Donations can be made anytime, but we hope to receive the bulk of these campaign donations by early-December.

Donations of $20 or more will receive a tax receipt from the VSB.

Please consider donating to support the many PAC-funded programs and resources planned for our school community this year! Your support helps create a vibrant learning environment where every child can thrive. Thank you for being part of the community and for investing in our children’s education.