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Around the District – May 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 […]
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Pride Season 2025
Every June, the Richmond School District acknowledges Pride Month as the beginning of Pride Season, which continues through September. As a district, we believe that equity and inclusion are foundational […]
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June is National Indigenous History Month
June is National Indigenous History Month – a time to honour and acknowledge the rich history, heritage, resilience, and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples across Canada. The […]
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Jumping into Wellness, One Step at a Time
A school-wide event brought students together for a high-energy Jump Rope for Heart session focused on heart health, physical activity and community giving. The gym buzzed with excitement as the […]
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Bringing Community to Life Through Art
A plain wall at Tomsett Elementary has been transformed into a vibrant mural that reflects the shared values and voices of the entire school community. The project began with each […]
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Running with Purpose: Richmond Schools Raise Over $53,000 for Cancer Research
Schools across the Richmond School District once again demonstrated the power of community and compassion by raising more than $53,000 through the 2024 Terry Fox School Run. This collective effort […]
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Explorations in Art and Identity
Students from the Art Careers and IB Visual Arts programs showcased their talents in Explorations, a group exhibition at the Richmond Cultural Centre from April 25 to May 29. The […]
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Reading Buddies Build Confidence, Connection and Community
A Reading Buddies initiative has helped young readers grow their skills and confidence through valuable peer connections. Over six weeks, Grade 2 students were paired with volunteer Grade 6 and […]
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Where Learning Takes Root: Planning a Pocket Forest
A once grassy field has been reimagined as a thriving Miyawaki Pocket Forest — a small, dense and biodiverse urban forest made entirely of native species. With support from community […]
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Creative Coding through Digital Storytelling
Young learners explored digital storytelling through Scratch Jr., a block-based coding platform for early elementary students. Over several lessons, Grades 1 to 3 students created animated stories, from lunar eclipses […]
