Reward for information about vandalism in SD 71

Comox Valley Schools is offering a reward of $2000 for information regarding multiple incidents of vandalism at schools so far this school year. If a report leads to charges or restitution for damages, the district will provide up to a $2000 reward. In mid-October, there were multiple break-ins at Ecole Puntledge Park Elementary that resulted […]

Student and Family Affordability Fund in SD 71

Comox Valley Schools is using a three-tiered approach to ensure the provincial Student and Family Affordability Fund allocation for the district supports students and families who need it most. The tiered approach was developed with the assistance of partner groups and utilizes a blend of school based, district based, and community partnership-based initiatives. In August […]

Busy Bees at Aspen Park are learning to code while having fun!

The Gr. 1 ‘Busy Bees’ in Mrs. Shelly’s class had a chance to learn and code Ozobots, which they turned into little bees. After discussing all the technologies we have around us, they extended their capabilities by learning all about colour coding. They created a story map of a garden on their page and created […]

NIDES to re-open for Thursday October 27

Repairs to the NIDES water system are complete and the school will re-open tomorrow for in-person learning (Thursday, October 27).  

New home for Grad Class Attire Program at Comox Valley Dodge

Grad Class Attire Program finds new home at Comox Valley Dodge COMOX, VALLEY B.C. – Comox Valley Schools Grad Class Attire Program is moving to a new home located upstairs at the Comox Valley Dodge dealership. The dealership is kindly donating space on the upper floor of the new building at 278 Island Highway North […]

2022 Trustee Election Results

Seven school trustees are elected by the public to represent the Comox Valley School District on the Board of Education every four years. Two trustees were acclaimed, three are newly elected and two were re-elected. Trustees will be sworn in at the Board office in a ceremony on November 15 at 6:30 p.m.  The November […]

Parents as Education and Career Coaches for all grade 10-12 parents/guardians on Wednesday, October 12 from 6:30-8pm

PECC 2022 Poster – Comox SD71 Parents as Education and Career Coaches (PECC) on Weds Oct 12th, 6:30pm-8pm. Learn how you can help support your student in planning for their future.  All parents and supporters of high school students are welcome, but the presentation is especially helpful for those with students in Grades 10-12. The session is engaging […]

School emergency info session

If you missed the school emergency info session on October 5, a link to video of the presentation can be seen here If an emergency occurs, please check SD 71’s social media pages, website and local media outlets for information and updates. Emergency notifications (e.g., emergency situations and snow closures,) are also broadcast to parents/guardians […]

SD 71 Schools holding activities for Truth and Reconciliation Week – September 26 to 30

Schools throughout SD 71 will be holding a week of activities for Truth and Reconciliation Week from September 26 to 30. This will be a time for students and staff to recognize and commemorate the legacy of residential schools and honour survivors, their families and communities. In December 2021, the Board for Comox Valley Schools […]

SD 71 Schools will be closed on Monday September 19