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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.
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Statement from the Board of Education
The Richmond Board of Education shares our heartfelt condolences with everyone affected by the tragic events at the Lapu-Lapu Day Festival in Vancouver. We recognize that this event will be deeply felt by members of our Filipino community, including students, staff and families. Understanding the impact this may have across our schools, the Richmond School…
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Education Week 2025
The Richmond School District is proud to celebrate Education Week from April 21 to 25. This special week highlights the exceptional achievements and meaningful learning taking place in school districts across British Columbia, including our own. It is a time to reflect on the value of public education and the positive impact it has on…
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Parent Education Sessions
The Richmond School District is excited to offer the following parent education sessions during the 2024/25 school year: Social Media Awareness, Digital Citizenship, and Cyberbullying Cellphones: What’s Healthy, What’s Not, and What We Can Do to Support Our Kids Reclaiming Play: Revitalizing Childhood to Combat Anxiety and Aggression Cybersafe from Exploitation These virtual sessions are…
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Around the District – March 2025
Around the district is a monthly update that includes a collection of stories from Richmond schools. These stories highlight Richmond’s vibrant learning community, which fosters student engagement, creativity, and well-being in inclusive learning environments. Discovering the Power of Numbers Through Play and Problem-Solving Taking a hands-on approach to learning math, a group of learners engaged…
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Sikh Heritage Month
April marks Sikh Heritage Month in Canada, a time to recognize and celebrate the rich history, culture and contributions of Sikh communities. Across BC and Canada, various events and initiatives will take place to honour this month-long celebration. By exploring Sikh history and culture, we deepen our understanding and appreciation of the significant impact…
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Spring Break 2025
Richmond schools will be closed for spring break from March 17 to 28, 2025. Schools will re-open on March 31, 2025. Please note that two of our schools have different spring break schedules: Garden City Elementary School will be closed for spring break from March 17 to April 4, 2025. Garden City will re-open…
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International Women’s Day 2025
Each year on March 8, the Richmond School District joins the global celebration of International Women’s Day (IWD). This day recognizes the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women and girls, while also raising awareness of ongoing efforts to advance gender equality. The theme for IWD 2025 in Canada is Strength in Every Story,…
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Around the District – February 2025
Around the district is a monthly update that includes a collection of stories from Richmond schools. These stories highlight Richmond’s vibrant learning community, which fosters student engagement, creativity, and well-being in inclusive learning environments. Student Voice Forum Highlights the Power of Storytelling High school students from across the district gathered for the 2025 Student Voice…
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Pink Shirt Day 2025
Pink Shirt Day is an annual event dedicated to raising awareness about bullying and promoting kindness, respect and inclusion within our communities. This year, Pink Shirt Day is being observed on February 26, 2025. Pink Shirt Day began in 2007 when two Canadian high school students witnessed a fellow student being bullied for wearing a…
