Category: Around the District Story

It started with small hands, ink and paper. In elementary classrooms, students used printmaking to create feather-shaped designs inspired by their experiences of Richmond. Some drew on local wildlife. Others captured familiar places or everyday objects. Each print reflected how its creator saw the world around them. Those feathers then moved on to a new…

Families gathered for a solstice event that brought creativity, learning and nature together. The afternoon began with a reading of Winter: A Solstice Story by Kelsey E. Gross, inviting everyone to embrace the season and the magic of nature. The gym glowed as students and their families worked in teams to create lanterns. Drawing simple…

The school day felt different the moment the workshop began. Students gathered around displays of local wildlife and stepped into a conversation about what happens when cities grow and animals must find ways to adapt. Owls, raccoons, coyotes and even snakes became the center of their learning, each one a reminder that the natural world…

Snowflakes dangled from the ceiling, twinkling lights lined the walls and the school gym shimmered like a winter wonderland for the annual holiday seniors’ brunch. Students spent weeks planning every detail, from food and beverages, to entertainment, decorations and gifts. Each guest received a hand-crocheted snowflake ornament, which added a personal touch to a morning…

Laughter and chatter filled the school gym during the entrepreneur fair as students proudly displayed the items they had spent weeks creating. Tiny crochet whales swung from keychains. Fluffy bag charms bobbed on hooks. Mini lava lamps glimmered on tables, while beaded bracelets, greeting cards and holiday-themed mini canvases added bright pops of colour. Families…

This season, schools across our district embraced the spirit of giving through a variety of initiatives that made a real difference in our community. Clothing drives were underway, collecting jackets, sweaters, scarves, gloves and socks to help keep families comfortable during the winter months.  Food drives at multiple schools supported the local food bank, ensuring…

The project began quietly, with students leafing through a book of Japanese family crests. What started as simple curiosity soon became personal, as each began imagining a crest of their own, one that could reflect their past. These crests became a doorway for them to explore history and heritage. Some spent time observing traditional patterns,…

Music echoed through the fountain atrium at Aberdeen Centre in mid-December, as young musicians took to the space to share live performances with the community. The young performers presented a dynamic musical program that moved effortlessly between pop favourites, memorable movie themes, jazz selections and seasonal hits. Shoppers and visitors paused to listen, tapping their…

The Minister of Education and Child Care has shared a holiday message for parents, caregivers, guardians, and families across British Columbia. In the attached letter, the Minister reflects on the important role families play in school communities, highlights provincial actions that support student well-being and learning, and shares appreciation for the partnership between families and…

The Richmond Board of Education will hold its regular public meeting tonight, Wednesday, December 10, starting at 7 p.m. Members of the public are invited to attend in person at the School Board Office (7811 Granville Avenue, 1st Floor Boardroom) or join the meeting online via Zoom. Register to attend via Zoom: https://sd38.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_6APQhd3TTaezOAeH14fM5A After registering,…