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« View as Webpage Link ». Some sections may not display correctly in the email. | | A WORD FROM THE DIRECTOR GENERAL | | |
Dear Parents and Legal Guardians,
We are starting 2026 on a high note and are very happy to be back with your children to begin the second half of the school year.
My wish for 2026 for our educational institution and for our society: lots of humanity and creativity! Our planet needs new solutions to meet the challenges our society faces... We must all encourage and welcome new ideas.
On behalf of my “school of happiness team”... who work hard every day with heart and professionalism... I thank you for the trust you place in us and in your child.
Continue to be there for them, regardless of their age, grade level, or time of year. They may not tell you often enough, but they need you, your trust in them, and your encouragement.
Each of your kind words is a stepping stone for their future achievements... One day, they will surely be able to tell you that...
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Annie Lamarre
Director General
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SCHOOL FEES
ANNUAL SCHOOL FEES
According to the educational services contract, annual tuition fees are payable in two instalments. The second instalment of 50% must be paid by February 1, 2026.
Starting February 2, 2026, accounts in arrears may be subject to late fees.
TUTORING AND DAYCARE FEES
We remind you that tutoring and daycare fees are payable upon receipt of the invoice. Your account statement is available on the portal.
| | COBA - NOTIFICATION MESSAGES | | |
You have probably seen messages in your email notifying you of a communication sent by a teacher, secretary, or other school staff member. These emails are notifications generated automatically by the COBA system.
To read and reply to the message, it is important to log in to the COBA Parents app. If you reply directly, the recipient will not receive your email and will not be able to follow up on it.
Therefore, please always go to the COBA platform to write or reply to these communications. Thank you for your cooperation!
| | SCHOOL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY RULES | | |
With the return from the holiday break, we would like to take a moment to reaffirm the importance of the safety rules governing the transportation of your children.
We invite you to read the REMINDERS on school bus safety.
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Perseverance is one of the core values of education at Vanguard School. This year, as every year, the elementary school will celebrate Hooked on Learning Days from February 16 to 20, 2026, with various activities under the annual theme “Shine in Your Own Way.”
But especially, we will need your involvement to make them shine differently. To learn more, read the communication from the Elementary sector principal, Ms. Chagnon.
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DAYCARE- PEDAGOGICAL DAYS
Mark your calendars for the upcoming Pedagogical days!
Price: $26.55
Registration: on COBA Activities.
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To celebrate the joys of winter, on Tuesday, February 24, all students at Vanguard Elementary School will go snow tubing.
When? February 24
Registration begins: January 11
Cost: $70
Where? Glissades des Pays D'en Haut in Piedmont
| | PRE-DEPARTURE MEETING - COMMUNITY TRIP TO BENIN | | An information session is scheduled for Thursday, January 29, from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. for students participating in the community trip to Benin and their parents. | | |
From February 2 to 6, 2026, exams will be held for all high school students.
As every year, your cooperation and that of your child are essential to the success of this session. We'd like to remind you of the importance of your child arriving on time for their exams, providing a doctor's note for any absences, and wearing their uniform. Your child's school secretary will send you detailed instructions and a reminder of the exam schedule a few weeks before the exam period.
Please note that the cafeteria will be closed this week (February 2 to 6).
Students in grades 8 and 9 who have to retake a ministerial exam from last year will receive an email notification for the exams, which will take place during the week of January 19.
| | OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES DAY - REMINDER | | | | |
On February 17, 2026, a day of fun and all kind of outdoor activities awaits the high school students!
Sommet Saint-Sauveur, Glissade du Pays-D'en-Haut, Mount Royal Park, and other activities at school.
Registration: COBA activities from December 1 to January 10
| | COSTA RICA COMMUNITY PROJECT | | | | In 2027, Costa Rica will be the destination for the community project. An in-person information session is scheduled for February 19 to answer your questions. | | | | |
MOVIE SCREENING
What ? : ASTÉRIX ET OBÉLIX : L'EMPIRE DU MILIEU
When ? : 12 and 13 janvier
Where ? : At the arcade
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BINGO FOR THE 5TH GRADERS
When? : January 20 at 11:20
Where? : At the arcade
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TALENT SHOW
Auditions for the elementary school talent show will take place on Friday, January 23. We can't wait to discover our students' many talents!
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SOCCER WITH CF MONTRÉAL
Open to elementary and middle school students.
Registration begins: January 5
Session begins: January 16 to April 10, 2026, elementary school gym
For even more activities, CF Montréal offers summer camps and development clinics. Registration will take place on the website at the end of January.
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AUDITIONS - SECONDAIRE EN SPECTACLE
The final audition for secondaire en spectacle will take place on Wednesday, January 14. It's the home stretch. Does your child still have some doubts? Encourage them to go for it. We would love to discover their talent!
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MOVIE SCREENING
What ? : De Père en flic
When ? : 14 to 16 janvier
Where ? : At the arcade
| | SPORTS TEAMS - VIPERS RSEQ - MATCHES | | |
CADET BASKETBALL: January 9 at 4:30 p.m.
FUTSAL: January 23 at 5:30 p.m.
FUTSAL: January 26 at 5 p.m.
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On the initiative of one of our school's teachers, Carine Cobti, a tremendous mobilization has taken shape: 43 members of the school's staff will participate in the Montreal 21K Charity Challenge to support the Vanguard Foundation.
Whether walking or running distances accessible to all (5 km, 10 km, or 21 km), our teachers, administrative staff, and managers will take on this challenge in a spirit of solidarity and excellence, for the benefit of our students.
We invite you to encourage them by making a donation and getting to know the members of the “VanTastik” team!
Want to participate too?
Register for the race and choose to raise funds for the Vanguard Foundation. You can join the “Les Avangers” team, which brings together all participants outside the School who wish to support our mission.
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2024 - 2025 IMPACT REPORT PRESENTATION
We are proud to present the Vanguard Foundation's 2024-2025 Impact Report, which highlights the concrete actions, projects supported, and real impact of your commitment over the past year.
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