Skip to main content

May 7, 2026 Daily Announcements

  1. Today is Mental Health Week Thursday, and it’s all about school spirit and community. We’re gearing up for a school‑wide short dance! Our dance team is excited to teach any interested students and staff. No experience required. All are welcome to join in at lunch in the small gym. Let’s get Burnett trending!
  2. The Athletic Banquet is coming up on June 4th! Athletic Council will be selling tickets during lunch in front of the cafeteria, up until May 22nd. If you buy a ticket this week, you will be entered into a draw to win an Amazon gift card!
  3. Congratulations to the Burnett Travelling Band on winning silver at the Cantando Music Festival in Whistler last Friday. Congratulations also go to the Concert Band, who won silver as well; and for the first time in six years, a huge shout-out to the Burnett Jazz Bands, who brought home gold!
  4. From Monday to Friday next week, try your chance to win tickets to Daniel Caesar or Louis Tomlinson! The ticket auction will take place in front of the courtyard. Bidding starts at $90 per ticket. The winning bids will be announced next Thursday at the end of the day. Good luck!
  5. Our Track and Field Team did an amazing job representing Burnett at Richmond Championships this year. Many of our athletes placed top 3 in their events, and the following Breakers made it through to the next round of competition at South Frasers: Nicole Zhang, Sheena Maroke, Sohanna Kooner, Katie Li, Ella Bell, Leo Hand, Alanis Wong, Karina Wong, and Hannah Xia. Let's wish them the best of luck! GO BREAKERS GO!"
  6. Attention Grads of 2026. It is time for you to nominate the people you want to represent your class at Valedictory.  We are asking students to respond to the Nomination QR code that was sent to you and is posted around the school.  Nominations must be submitted by Thursday May 14th.
  7. Attention students: Registration for Gr 11 full credit summer classes opens tonight at 7:00 PM!  These spots fill up quickly, so check the continuing education website to sign up.
Updated: Thursday, May 7, 2026