COMOX VALLEY SCHOOLS
The Board of Education acknowledges that we are on the traditional territories of the K'ómoks First Nation. We would like to thank them for the privilege of living on their land and the gift of working with their children.
The Board of Education acknowledges that we are on the traditional territories of the K'ómoks First Nation. We would like to thank them for the privilege of living on their land and the gift of working with their children.
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Karma Taiji named new District Principal – Diversity, Equity, and Non-Discrimination
Comox Valley Schools is very pleased to announce that Karma Taiji, Principal of Glacier View Secondary is being seconded as the new District Principal of Diversity, Equity, and Non-Discrimination. As a result Karma will be the Co-Principal of Glacier View Secondary with Stephanie Baker. Stephanie Baker will be the new Acting Co-Principal at Glacier View […]
Comox Valley Schools announces election of Board Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and Association Representatives
Comox Valley Schools is pleased to announce that Trustee Michelle Waite and Trustee Sarah Jane Howe have been acclaimed as the new Chairperson and Vice Chairperson respectively of the Board of Education. Both were nominated and acclaimed in their roles. In addition, the following trustees have been nominated and acclaimed to key representative roles for […]
Joint statement regarding Continued Commitment to 2SLGBTQAI+ Inclusion and Support in SD 71
Welcome Back to School Message
Please see this Welcome Back to School message from Superintendent Dr. Jeremy Morrow:
First day of classes Wednesday, September 4th.
The first day of classes is Wednesday, September 4th. Please check with your local school to determine the schedule for your child during that first week of classes. The full school year calendar can be seen here: https://www.comoxvalleyschools.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/DRAFT_2024-2025-Calendar_SD71-1.pdf
New Board Office at 2488 Idiens Way
Comox Valley Schools Board Office has moved to 2488 Idiens Way, Courtenay. The Board Office is closed to the public until August 19. If you have inquiries about school registrations or any other issues, please email: communications@sd71.bc.ca. You can begin the registration process via the MyEducation BC website: https://myeducation.gov.bc.ca/aspen/logon.do 607 Cumberland Road, Courtenay will soon […]
SD 71 – Important Information about Personal Digital Devices
Dear Parents and Guardians, As Comox Valley Schools continues to embrace the use of technology to support learning, we recognize the importance of maintaining a focused and safe learning environment for our students. This consideration has been recently reinforced by provincial guidelines and legislation. With this in mind, we would […]
The first district Girls in STEAM event was a great success!
Grade 6/7 girls from around the district gathered at host school Queneesh Elementary to celebrate and experience Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math in this tech-filled day of playful exploration and creativity run by Teacher Librarians in the district. Students worked at 3D printing, designing apps, block coding, robotics, sewing, construction and graphic design and […]
Feed the Feeder Program Thriving at Lake Trail and Arden!
Comox Valley Schools proudly celebrates the collaboration between Arden Elementary School and Lake Trail Community School in their innovative Salad Bar program. Arden Elementary, a recipient of the Farm2School Grant for 2022-2024, has leveraged the established systems and relationships at Lake Trail Community School to bring fresh, nutritious meals to their students. Special thanks to […]
Celebrating Tradition and Achievement: Warrior Society Gathers at Camp Gilwell
Recently, the Warrior Society gathered at Camp Gilwell for a day of celebration and recognition. The Warriors are students in grades 4-9 who are Indigenous and attend Comox Valley Schools. The event marked the culmination of their learning journey, where they explored traditional knowledge and practices centered around the four elements: smudging, fire-making, respecting and […]