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Around the District – April 2026
Around the district is a monthly update that includes a collection of stories from Richmond schools. These stories highlight Richmond’s vibrant learning community, which fosters student engagement, creativity, and well-being in inclusive learning environments. Cherry Blossoms in Bloom: A Seasonal Art Exploration As spring unfolded across the city, students returned from spring break to a…
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Canadian Jewish Heritage Month
May marks Canadian Jewish Heritage Month — a time to recognize the culture, traditions and history of Jewish communities in Canada and around the world. Canadian Jewish Heritage Month is an opportunity to learn more about Jewish heritage and recognize the community’s contributions to the cultural, social and civic life of our province. Join us…
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Asian Heritage Month
May is Asian Heritage Month — a time to recognize the history, traditions and contributions of Canadians of Asian heritage. Over the past two centuries, immigrants from across Asia have shaped British Columbia through their achievements in the arts, sciences, business, government and beyond. Join us this month as we acknowledge Asian Heritage Month and…
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Students Leading the Conversation at Yearly Forum
The 2026 Student Voice Forum brought together student leaders from across the district for a day centered on voice, belonging, and the courage to become. Shaped by the theme Being, Belonging, Becoming, the forum invited students to reflect on who they are, how they experience school, and how their perspectives can help strengthen their communities.…
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A Decade of Student‑Created Comic‑Con
Weeks of sketching, drafting and revising led to a student‑created comic convention held on April 23, where students shared their original comics through an interactive showcase of storytelling and creativity. Now in its tenth year, the school’s Comic‑Con has become a long‑standing learning tradition built around interest in comics and visual storytelling. Over time, the…
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Tiny Turtles, Big Earth Day Message
To mark Earth Day, elementary students took part in a thought-provoking classroom experience focused on ocean pollution and caring for the environment. The lesson began with a short video exploring how plastic waste affects ocean life, with special attention on sea turtles and the challenges they face when plastic enters the water. After watching, students…
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Pulling Together on the Rowing Floor
Inside the gym, the steady pull of rowing machines set the pace as the space filled with movement and teamwork. Students leaned into each stroke, while others watched and encouraged from the sidelines, rotating through activities that ranged from skill challenges to mini races and culminated in a final 1,500‑metre relay. The workshops were part…
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Driving Care, Connection and Community Appreciation
On April 15, school communities across the district came together to recognize School Bus Driver Appreciation Day through thoughtful gestures of gratitude. Thank-you cards, handmade crafts and messages created by students and staff were gathered and displayed at the Facilities Services office. These expressions of gratitude were a small way to show appreciation for school…
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Blending Colour to Capture the Spirit of Easter
Rabbits, butterflies and birds fill the page in a bright collection of student artwork, where soft blends of colour suggest lightness, movement and new beginnings. Using Easter as inspiration, learners explored familiar animal forms through colour and shape, creating pieces that feel fresh and full of seasonal energy. Colour played a central role in setting…
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Building Connections Through Kindness
A schoolwide event focused on kindness brought the school community together to reflect on how individuals can help connect and support others. Guided by the story Be a Bridge, students took part in conversations about what it means to help create a welcoming and inclusive school environment. The project began with a gathering in the…
