Vancouver Board of Education, School District #39

Dr. A. R. Lord Elementary School

Dr. A. R. Lord Elementary School is a vibrant, happy and positive school providing a creative and challenging learning experience for all students within a caring community. There are approximately 170 students, Kindergarten through grade 7. Kindergarten is full day. Dr. A. R. Lord is twinned with Franklin school and part of the Templeton family of schools. There are a variety of extra curricular opportunities for students including sports and volunteering. As of 2010-2011, Lord has the Fruit and Vegetable program. The school goal is to continue to promote healthy and ethical living and improve students’ physical fitness and nutrition, within the context of larger environmental concerns.

We are a small school with a strong sense of community and excellent academic programs for all students. We welcome registration for students from Grades K to 7. Please call the school if you would like more information or would like a personal tour of our great school.

ACADEMICS

Our students receive an excellent, comprehensive education with a strong foundation in language arts and mathematics.

• Comprehensive literacy resources (eg. Leveled readers and other texts for all grades)
• One-to-One Literacy Program
• Read to Succeed Program
• Full library resources with staff librarian
• Technology integrated into classrooms (Smart Board, phonological awareness software)
• JUMPmath Numeracy Program
• Dedicated computer lab  
• Many students accepted into Templeton High school Mini-School enrichment program

 

MUSIC

Our dedicated music teacher offers a year long music and movement program for all students.

• Access to a variety of instruments
• Annual student concerts for all grades
• Arts Umbrella visual & performance art programs offered annually
• Presentations offered by community, national and international groups

 

ATHLETICS

Healthy living and athletics are an important part of every students' education.

• Team sports available including Cross Country, Volleyball, etc.
• Specialty Tennis & Badminton programs with expert coaches
• Fully equipped Gymnasium with safety gear for use at lunch breaks
• Member of Action Schools BC

 

ENRICHMENT

A variety of extra programming helps develop our students' education and life skills.

• After school programs with reasonable fees including sports, language, art, and science
• Leadership opportunities for older students such as peer support & office monitoring
• Student Council experience for every K-7 student
• Knitting Club, Big Buddies Program
• On-site after school Chinese Language classes
• Access to VSB counsellors & highly trained resource staff
• BC School Fruit & Vegetable Nutrition Program delivers locally grown produce to classrooms

 

COMMUNITY

Our school has an active parent, student and family community working together for our children's education.

• Parent Advisory Council assists with school policy, fundraising and extra-curricular projects
• An active, informative PAC Blog (http://arlordpac.blogspot.com) 
• Social activities such as Family BBQ's, Pancake Breakfasts & Movie Nights
• Monthly hot lunches providing students with a nutritious & affordable hot meal
• Close to Hastings Community Centre programming and support (homework & tutoring club, Family Enrichment Centre)