Category: Around the District Story

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…

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…

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…

As spring unfolded across the city, students returned from spring break to a season filled with colour and change. Many paused to notice the familiar yet striking sight of cherry blossoms in full bloom, sharing observations about how these trees transform their surroundings and signal the arrival of warmer days. Inspired by these seasonal changes,…

An elementary class explored storytelling and creativity through a lantern‑making project inspired by The Great Race, a traditional tale that explains how the calendar months came to be named after a race between 12 animals. As the story was shared, students were drawn to the lanterns featured in the narrative, sparking curiosity about how to…

While the Winter Olympics have concluded, the conversations they inspire continue in schools. In March, a secondary school library display invited students to explore what it means to host the Olympic Games and determine whether the benefits outweigh the costs. The collection of posters presented multiple perspectives, including sustainability, ethics, national pride, economics and human…

Young readers enthusiastically took part in the “I Read Canadian” reading challenge over five weeks, exploring a wide variety of Canadian books and discovering new favourites. The program encouraged students to explore different genres and share recommendations with peers, sparking conversation and connection around the stories they enjoyed. Each book counted as a single entry,…

Secondary school jazz bands from across the district came together on March 5 for an evening alive with harmony, swing and the excitement of live performance. Young musicians demonstrated skill, confidence and artistry on stage as they shared the music they had prepared for the Richmond Jazz Festival. Weeks of focused practice and guidance from…

How can everyday materials be reimagined? A school art display offers a glimpse into the possibilities. Styrofoam cups were turned into a lamp, a miniature car and other inventive sculptures, while magazine clippings became lively dreamlike collages. Together, the collection celebrates creativity, imagination and design. The Styrofoam Cup Challenge invited participants to work with a…

Students explored movement, voice and imagination through the Young Actors Project, guided by visiting drama educators. They acted out scenes, turned chairs into boats or stages, and discovered how everyday objects could spark storytelling. Each activity invited them to try new ideas and immerse themselves fully in the creative challenges of the classroom. “I liked…