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From Field to Feast: Celebrating Culture and Learning at the Corn Festival
In celebration of the harvest season, and to welcome new French immersion students, an elementary school’s corn festival blossomed into a week-long journey of tradition, hands-on learning, and cross-curricular exploration. Students enthusiastically participated in a variety of activities, including drawing and labeling corn, shucking the husks, and cooking the kernels, all of which culminated in…
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Olympic Gold Medalist and Prime Minister Visit: A Celebration of Excellence
On September 12, our district had the honour of welcoming Olympic champion Camryn Rogers and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to celebrate Camryn’s remarkable gold medal victory in the hammer throw at the Paris 2024 Olympics. The visit brought together staff, students and dignitaries for an unforgettable event filled with pride and inspiration. Camryn Rogers, a…
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Back to School: A New Year of Learning and Belonging
The new school year is off to an exciting start, as students across the district embark on fresh learning adventures. Classrooms are buzzing with energy as students and teachers build vibrant, supportive communities where learning can thrive. One elementary classroom began the year with a thoughtful discussion on belonging — an essential part of student…
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Grade 8 Welcome Camp: Building Connections and Community
The Grade 8 Welcome Camp provided an exciting and meaningful start to the school year, combining fun activities, new friendships, and a strong sense of community. Organized by dedicated staff and led by senior student leaders, the camp was designed to help incoming students transition smoothly into secondary school and quickly feel at home. Students…
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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation & Orange Shirt Day
On September 30, the district will formally observe the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, alongside Orange Shirt Day. We encourage everyone to wear orange in recognition of this important day. Please note that schools will be closed on September 30, 2024, providing us the opportunity to collectively remember and deeply reflect on our shared…
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School Board Office Closed Sep 20, 2024
Please note that on Friday, September 20, the Richmond School Board office will be closed. The office will re-open to the public on Monday, September 23.
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Back to School Letter and Public Statement from Minister Singh
Rachna Singh, Minister of Education and Child Care, issued the following statement as students return to school. Minister Singh would also like to wish everyone in the K-12 system a great start to the 2024/25 school year. Minister’s back to school letter to students, parents and caregivers (English and French)
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Traffic Safety in School Zones
With the new school year upon us, it is important to remind both drivers and pedestrians to keep traffic safety in mind and remain alert during their commutes. Here are some tips for drivers, pedestrians, and parents and caregivers from ICBC to make travelling to and from school safe for everyone. Drivers Stick to the…
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Personal Digital Device Policy Changes
In January 2024, the Ministry of Education and Child Care mandated all school boards in British Columbia to update their Codes of Conduct to include restrictions on students’ personal digital device use. On June 19, 2024, the Richmond Board of Education passed a motion to update Policy 105: District Code of Conduct effective July 1,…
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Message from the Superintendent – Welcome Back
Dear Parents and Guardians, I hope this letter finds you well and that you had a wonderful summer. As the new school year begins, I am filled with excitement and optimism about the opportunities that lie ahead for our students. The start of a new year is always a time of renewal, where students return…
