We are writing to inform you of a recent cybersecurity incident involving Canvas, an online learning platform previously used by Comox Valley Schools. Although Comox Valley Schools no longer uses Canvas, the system was in use between 2018 and 2024, and some historical account data remains within the platform. We became aware of this incident […]
The Board of Education of School District No. 71 (Comox Valley Schools) hereby provides notice of a Special Regular Board Meeting to be held: Date: May 19, 2026 Time: 7:00 p.m. Location: School Board Office (2488 Idiens Way, Courtenay, BC) Purpose: 1st Reading of the 2026/27 Annual Budget Bylaw. Further details, including the agenda, will be posted on the district […]
Comox Valley Schools is celebrating the success of the second annual Enduro Mountain Bike Race, held April 29 in Cumberland, bringing together student riders from across Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast. Approximately 130 students in Grades 8 to 12 took part in the event, representing 18 schools, including 16 from Vancouver Island and two […]
Students at Highland Secondary recently had the opportunity to learn from local K’ómoks First Nation carver Trevor Hardy during a special classroom visit that brought together art, culture and hands-on learning. Hosted by Highland art teacher Barbara Mareck, Hardy visited both Art 9/10 and Art 11/12 classes, where students are currently exploring carving through clay […]
On the first day of spring, we had the opportunity to visit the Heartwood Learning Community in the Comox Valley for their spring equinox gathering, held at Cottonwood Rose Farm in the Black Creek area. Heartwood operates within a farm and nature-based learning environment, where students connect deeply with the land as part of their […]
Comox Valley Schools Robotics71 team 7842F (Fractal) attends the 2026 World Championship from April 21-24 in St. Louis, Missouri. The team earned the opportunity to represent Vancouver Island on a world stage by winning the Vancouver Island Regional Championship’s Design Award in late February. The VEX Robotics World Championship event hosted 865 teams from around […]
The Comox Valley Board of Education has approved district school calendars for the 2026–2027, 2027–2028 and 2028–2029 school years. These calendars establish the start and end dates of the school year, as well as key holiday breaks and non-instructional days. Planning school calendars several years in advance helps provide greater predictability for students, families and […]
Comox Valley Schools students delivered an outstanding performance at the Skills Canada BC Provincial Championships, held recently in Abbotsford, earning multiple medals across a wide range of competitive skill areas. Skills Canada is a national organization that promotes careers in skilled trades and technologies through hands‑on, high‑level competitions where students demonstrate industry‑standard skills, creativity, and problem‑solving under […]
Comox Valley Schools is inviting our school community to share input as we update our Long-Range Facilities Plan (LRFP). The LRFP is an important planning tool that helps guide decisions about school buildings, sites and learning environments across the district over the next 10 years. It ensures our spaces continue to support student success and […]
Hello, Comox Valley Schools is sharing several leadership updates, school moves, role changes and retirements across the district. Retirements We extend our sincere thanks and congratulations to Lisa Pederson-Skene, Jennifer Hedican and Sherri Dittrick on their retirements this school year. Their dedication and contributions to students, staff and school communities are deeply appreciated, and […]