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Transforming School Spaces – Creating Safe and Inspiring Learning Environments
As part of Strategic Priority 3, the Richmond Board of Education is committed to providing every student and staff member with optimized facilities and technology. In this video, we shine a spotlight on the recent seismic upgrade and building addition to Tomsett Elementary, a pivotal project aimed at enhancing the structural integrity of the school.…
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Student and Family Affordability Fund Update
The provincial government recently announced a renewal of one time funds for the Student and Family Affordability Fund. This fund is designed to assist families who require financial assistance with school-related costs in the following areas: school and course fees school supplies and course materials field trips school-related extracurricular opportunities clothing and footwear required for…
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Solar Eclipse – April 8, 2024
As many may know from media reports, parts of North America will experience a Solar Eclipse on April 8, 2024. This is an exciting meteorological event, which also poses potential risks to viewers. Consequently, we are providing the following information on behalf of Dr. Alex Choi, Medical Health Officer, Vancouver Coastal Health. A solar…
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Around the District – March 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. Cultivating Sustainability: Students Explore Farming Practices at Garden City Lands In partnership with Kwantlen Polytechnic University’s Department of Sustainable Agriculture, students…
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Sikh Heritage Month
April marks Sikh Heritage Month in Canada, offering an opportunity for all Canadians to recognize and celebrate the rich history and culture of Sikh communities in the country. In BC and across Canada, there will be a variety of events and initiatives to honour the month-long celebration. By exploring Sikh history and culture, we can…
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Inspiring Early Learners – Building Foundations for the Future
Join us as we explore the StrongStart program, a formative early learning program designed for children aged 0 to 5. The years between birth and school-age are a critical time in a child’s life. The experiences that children have in the early years influence their future health, well-being and life-long learning. Children who have had…
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2024/25 Annual Budget – Sign-up to Address the Board
The Richmond Board of Education invites members of the public to make a brief statement (maximum 3 minutes) about the 2024/25 proposed budget during the public board meeting on March 13, 2024. If you would like to make a public statement, please email boardmeetings@sd38.bc.ca to request to make a brief public statement to the Board…
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Spring Break 2024
Richmond schools will be closed for spring break from March 15 to April 1, 2024. Schools will re-open on April 2, 2024. Please note that two of our schools have slightly different spring break schedules: Garden City Elementary School will be closed for spring break from March 15 to April 8, 2024. Garden City…
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Celebrate International Women's Day
Each year on March 8, people around the world come together to celebrate International Women’s Day (IWD). This global event is dedicated to recognizing the achievements of women and girls in social, economic, cultural and political spheres, as well as raising awareness of ongoing efforts to achieve gender equality. The origins of IWD can be…
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Around the District – February 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. Art with Heart: Art-A-Thon Fundraising Showcase The Buzz Art Club provides students in Grades 8-12 with opportunities to explore their artistic…
