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  • Our Actions to address our Literacy Focus for the 25/26 School Year

    Literacy is our school’s learning focus for the 25/26 school year.  Our targeted actions for this school year are in Professional Development, allocating funds towards literacy resources for Intermediate students, and accessing support from our District Consultants. When looking at our Report Card Data for English Language Arts, and FSA Results for Literacy from the 24/25…

  • Literacy-Focused Professional Development

    For the 2025–26 school year, we are dedicating several Professional Development (ProD) days to strengthening literacy instruction. In September, Leyton Schnellert—Literacy Specialist and Professor at UBC Okanagan—worked with staff to emphasize the importance of responsive literacy programs in classrooms. Staff explored key components of inclusive reading instruction and learned how literacy assessments can inform instructional…

  • 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, and overall…

  • Parent Education Session: Late French Immersion

    The Richmond School District offers Late French Immersion beginning in Grade 6 at James Whiteside and John Diefenbaker Elementary schools. A virtual information session will be provided to share details about this program. Topics will include:•    Program Overview•    Student Experiences•    Registration Process•    Frequently Asked Questions Date: Wednesday, December 3, 2025Time: 6 p.m.Location: Virtual via Microsoft Teams Meeting ID: 229…

  • November 14th Newsletter

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  • November 7th Newsletter

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  • Public Board Meeting – Wednesday, November 19

    The Richmond Board of Education will hold its regular public meeting tonight, Wednesday, November 19, starting at 7 p.m. Members of the public are invited to attend in person at the School Board Office (7811 Granville Avenue, 1st Floor Boardroom) or join the meeting online via Zoom.
 Register to attend via Zoom: https://sd38.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ohiH8rn_ScaG_SA_mV014AAfter registering, you…

  • Supporting Safe and Caring Schools

    The ERASE (Expect Respect and a Safe Education) program provides parents and caregivers with practical guidance, resources, and training to help children feel safe, included, and supported at school, online, and in the community. Learn more in the infographic below or visit erase.gov.bc.ca. This message has been shared by the Richmond School District. If you…

  • Support Staff Day of Recognition – November 5

    On November 5, 2025, we take this opportunity to express our gratitude to the many support staff members who help our schools and worksites operate smoothly each day. Their care, skill and dedication are essential to creating safe and supportive environments where students and staff can do their best work. On behalf of the senior…

  • October 31st Newsletter

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