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Live Storytelling Brings Indigenous Teachings to Life
A live performance of How Raven Stole the Sun gave the school community a chance to experience the richness of oral storytelling. Shared in an engaging and interactive way, the traditional Indigenous tale brought important teachings to life. Grounded in the First Peoples Principles of Learning — particularly that “learning is embedded in memory, history…
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Comedy, Creativity and Collaboration Take Centre Stage in Original School Production
Masks, mayhem and imagination came to life in Clue Less?, an original play inspired by Commedia dell’Arte — a 14th-century Italian theatrical style known for exaggerated characters, quick wit and physical comedy. The performance blended slapstick humour, live music and mystery to create an engaging experience for all. Brought to life by 24 Theatre Company…
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Local Artist Brings Stories to Life Through Art and Identity
Author, illustrator and animator Jeff Chiba Stearns brought creativity and inspiration to learners during a full day of presentations for kindergarten to Grade 7. Through storytelling, animation clips and live drawing, he shared how his mixed Japanese and European heritage has shaped his life and career. Jeff’s journey — from childhood sketching to becoming a…
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Swimming Together: A School-Wide Journey to Protect Our Watersheds
Several hundred hand-painted fish now swim across a school fence, forming an eye-catching art display and a reminder of our shared responsibility to protect local waterways. Part of the Stream of Dreams project, this initiative blends environmental education with public art to highlight how everyday actions impact watersheds. Before painting, students attended a presentation on…
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Students Shape a Space for Connection and Collaboration
When the computer lab was dismantled last year, it created an opportunity — not just for redesign, but for rethinking how the space can serve students. Instead of making top-down decisions, staff turned to those who would use it most. The result: a calm, flexible Makerspace designed to support creativity, collaboration and connection. Inspired by…
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Celebrating Language and Culture at the District French Festival
The district French Festival brought together Core French and French Immersion communities for a joyful celebration of language and culture. Designed to be interactive and inclusive, the event welcomed families to explore Francophone traditions through food, music, movement and student voice. Participants collected stamps in mini passports as they engaged in hands-on activities — a…
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Math in the Marsh: Investigating Nature on the West Dyke
Two primary classes explored how math could help them better understand the world around them — starting with a familiar local landmark. With their teachers, the students visited the West Dyke to investigate its natural and cultural significance. During their outings, they learned about local plant and animal species and made connections to Musqueam culture.…
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Small Actions, Big Change: Environmental Learning in Action
A school courtyard is being transformed into a rich outdoor learning space thanks to a hands-on garden project. Seed potatoes have been planted, garden beds cleared, and plots carefully mapped out for spring planting. The activity brought together math, collaboration and environmental learning, as groups measured and divided the space before selecting and ordering their…
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Asian Heritage Month
May is Asian Heritage Month — a time to honour the rich history, traditions and contributions of Canadians of Asian heritage. In the Richmond School District, we are proud to be part of a diverse community and are committed to supporting all learners in developing a strong sense of identity, belonging and respect for others.…
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National Day of Mourning
April 28 is recognized across Canada as the National Day of Mourning — a time to remember those who have lost their lives, been injured, or suffered illness due to workplace incidents or occupational disease. This day also serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of workplace health and safety.
