Whonnock Elementary

About

Whonnock Elementary is located at 27471 112th Avenue, Maple Ridge, BC V2W 1P9. The school describes itself as a community school serving about 245 students in Kindergarten to Grade 7, with many long-time, multi-generation families. Whonnock emphasizes that students feel valued and are encouraged to pursue their individual strengths and talents, with a focus on academics alongside sports and fine arts. Social responsibility is highlighted as an important part of school life.

At a Glance

School type: Public School (Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows)

Education language: English

Religious affiliation: None / Secular

Grades: K-7

Phone: 604 462-7612

Email: megan_olynyk@sd42.ca

Principal: Megan Olynyk

Programs and Services

Athletics and extracurricular sports Student leadership and school service roles Whonnock offers ongoing opportunities such as Office Monitors, Lunch Monitors, and Student Leadership. Clubs The school lists a Lego Club and D&D. After-school programs The school shares that it offers a variety of fun and educational after-school programs throughout the year and directs families to a “Current Programs” link for what is currently offered.

• Volleyball
• Basketball
• Ultimate Frisbee
• Cross Country
• Track & Field

School Culture and Expectations

Whonnock’s Code of Conduct is designed to maintain a safe, caring, and orderly environment, and applies at school, while traveling to and from school, and at school-related activities. The school’s shared expectations are summarized as C.A.R.E.: use common sense, have a positive attitude, show respect to all, and give a strong effort every day. The school emphasizes preventive and restorative responses to behaviour concerns, with interventions that consider student age, maturity, and disability-related needs. The school also has a digital device policy (no personal devices during school hours, with limited exceptions for learning/inclusion/accessibility) and a district-aligned dress code focused on safety and inclusivity.

Enrollment

The school posts district kindergarten registration updates and directs families to the SD42 kindergarten registration page for details about the online registration process, phases, required documentation, and acceptance criteria: https://www.sd42.ca/kindergarten-registration/.