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 […]
Sandwick Technical Schools Hosts Successful Women Explore the Trades Event
Sandwick Technical School hosted the inspiring “Women Explore the Trades” event, dedicated to introducing female students and students who identify as female to various trades. This hands-on learning experience provided an invaluable opportunity for participants to work alongside professional women in a range of trades, gaining practical skills and exploring potential career paths. Participants engaged […]
Congratulations to Sarah Coull: BC’s Librarian of the Year!
We are thrilled to announce that Sarah Coull, the dedicated Librarian at NIDES and Brooklyn Elementary School from School District 71, has been awarded the prestigious BC Teacher-Librarian of the Year – Diana Poole Memorial Award. This accolade is the highest honour bestowed by the British Columbia Teacher-Librarians’ Association (BCTLA), celebrating those who make extraordinary […]
Vanier Theatre thrives at Provincial Drama Festival
Comox Valley Schools is thrilled to announce the remarkable achievements of Vanier Theatre at the Provincial Drama Festival held at Douglas College in New Westminster from May 2-5, 2024. Our talented students performed the play “Trap” with extraordinary skill and represented our school with pride and excellence. The students’ hard work and dedication paid off, […]