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Around the District – September 2024
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. Back to School: A New Year of Learning and Belonging The new school year is off to an exciting start, as…
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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…
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Back to School: Schedules and Calendars
The first day of school is Tuesday, September 3, 2024. Start and end times on the first day will vary by grade and school. Please visit your school’s website or contact the school to confirm when your child should arrive. Are you looking to plan ahead? As the 2024/25 school year approaches, families, staff and…
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Student Registration 2024/25 – Elementary and Secondary Schools
Richmond residents can use the online registration form to submit an application for the 2024/25 school year. After completing the registration form, a staff member will contact the parent(s)/legal guardian(s) by phone to discuss the next steps. Our Central Registration Office is open between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. daily. Students who are already…
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Feed-U-Cate 2024: Sponsor Recognition
Feed-U-Cate 38 is a Richmond School District program that was established in Fall 2012 by a committee of students and staff. The goal of Feed-U-Cate 38 is to educate the community about school district food programs and to invite the community to make donations that will support these breakfast, lunch, and snack programs for elementary and secondary students in need. The district would like to thank the generous sponsors of…
