• 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…

  • 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,…

  • 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…

  • School Board Office Closed February 14, 2025

    Please note that on Friday, February 14, the Richmond School Board office will be closed. The office will re-open to the public on Tuesday, February 18.

  • All Richmond public schools are open today, Tuesday, February 4, 2025.

    All Richmond public schools are open today, Tuesday, February 4, 2025. For more information, please visit: https://sd38.bc.ca/news/2024-11-13/inclement-weather-school-closure-notifications

  • Inclement Weather: School Closure Notifications

    The Richmond School District is committed to ensuring the safety of students and staff during severe weather conditions. The district will assess weather conditions early in the morning and will aim to determine any school closures or delayed openings by 6:30 a.m. The decision will be based on factors such as road conditions, snowfall accumulation,…

  • Around the District – January 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. In Abundance: Bringing Indigenous Culture and Learning to Life The Dancers of Damelahamid visited schools across the district to share their…

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  • Black History Month

    Every February, the Richmond School District celebrates Black History Month, honouring the many achievements of Black Canadians who have played a vital role in shaping Canada into the culturally diverse, compassionate and prosperous nation it is today. This year’s theme, “Black Legacy and Leadership: Celebrating Canadian History and Uplifting Future Generations,” invites us to reflect…

  • National Day of Remembrance for the Quebec City Mosque Attack and Action Against Islamophobia – January 29, 2025

    January 29 marks the anniversary of the tragic Quebec City Mosque Attack in 2017, observed as the National Day of Remembrance for the Quebec City Mosque Attack and Action Against Islamophobia. On this solemn occasion, the Richmond School District honours the memory of the victims and stands in solidarity with Muslim communities. We remain committed…