Category: Around the District Story

The Richmond Board of Education will hold its regular public meeting tonight, Wednesday, October 22, 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.
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Grades 10-12 students across several secondary schools in the district had the opportunity to connect directly with representatives from BC post-secondary institutions. These visits gave students a valuable chance to learn more about academic programs, admissions, scholarships and campus life. Students spent time visiting booths hosted by various institutions, asking questions and collecting materials to…

In September, schools across our district united for the annual Terry Fox Run, marking 45 years of courage, determination and hope. Students participated in assemblies and laced up their running shoes to honour Terry Fox’s mission and support cancer research. This year’s theme, “Finish It,” inspired everyone to reflect on Terry’s Marathon of Hope and…

At the end of September, students across the district engaged in meaningful learning activities to mark the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day. Across schools, students took part in a range of experiences designed to deepen understanding of residential school histories and honour survivors. Activities included storytelling, film screenings, art-based reflection,…

Kindergarten students explored “loose parts,” open-ended materials of various textures, shapes, and sizes that can be freely combined. These materials offered endless possibilities, inviting creativity, exploration, and a spirit of discovery. During their first session, there were no set instructions. Children followed their interests, sorting cubes with maple leaves and squares, stacking translucent pumpkin shapes…

A pop art self-portrait project invited young artists to explore their creativity through bold colour, pattern, and comic-style design. Inspired by the work of Roy Lichtenstein, the activity began with a lesson on pop art and its signature use of primary colours, black outlines and dotted textures. Students traced their photos using classroom windows, then…

A playful math activity got kids thinking and talking as they took part in “Which One Doesn’t Belong?” — an exercise that invited close observation and creative reasoning. When shown a group of related images, students were asked to pick the one that seemed different, and more importantly, explain why. This task gave students a…

A Library Learning Commons was transformed into a “Bookshelf Bistro,” creating a cozy café-style space with tablecloths, flowers, tea lights and background music. In this playful setting, students sampled books instead of food as part of a school-wide book tasting. With an incredible turnout, nearly every class explored six themed tables featuring a wide range…

Hands-on experimentation with watercolours and oil pastels brought colour theory to life in a vibrant classroom activity. Inspired by the changing season, the focus was on exploring the contrast between warm and cool, while using a colour wheel to guide their understanding and spark creativity. Students blended hues and layered textures, learning how colour can…

The Richmond School District is inviting the community to help choose the official name for the new school at 8671 Odlin Crescent, opening in September 2026. Name submissions will be accepted until December 31, 2025. Suggestions should include the proposed name, a short explanation of its significance, and any relevant cultural, historical or geographical connections.…