Only one more week until school starts! We look forward to welcoming all new and returning students on Tuesday, September 6th. See you soon :)

Letter to Families: Our Superintendent extends a warm welcome to our learning community as we prepare to head back to class! In addition, Deb Whitten outlines important priorities and opportunities in the upcoming school year. bit.ly/3cDVBlS #OneLearningCommunity

Dear Families: Please check your emails for more information about the first day of school. For a quick overview of the first day of school schedules, please visit: bit.ly/3d6U0Vl #OneLearningCommunity

Media Release: For the first time, to help voters access information about the candidates in the upcoming General Location Election, an online School Trustee Candidate Profile Guide is available. To review: bit.ly/3R28Z17 #OneLearningCommunity

Today marked the official start of the 2022/23 season of our award-winning “Exploring the Salish Sea” floating classroom program! Many thanks to the teachers who joined us today! Look for more updates as this very popular program gains momentum in the coming weeks! #wild4whales

It’s General Voting Day! Voting stations are open until 8 p.m. in the capital region. For more info on where to vote and school trustees candidates, visit: bit.ly/3OX1qrq Your voice is your vote! #sd61learn

MEDIA RELEASE: 2022 School Trustee Preliminary Election Results bit.ly/3eBgYFm

Are you prepared for an earthquake? October 16-22th is ShakeOutBC Week. There’s still time to register for the Great British Columbia Shakeout on October 20th. Go to shakeoutbc.ca to register and learn more about what to do in an earthquake. #OneLearningCommunity

Happy Diwali! The Festival of Light symbolizes the spiritual victory of light over darkness and good over evil. Millions around the world celebrate this five-day festival by lighting diyas, gathering with family and friends and enjoying delicious meals.

With temperatures taking a slight dip in the Capital Region, we would like to remind families of SD61’s Inclement Weather Protocols. In the event of extreme winter conditions, we assess the determination of school openings/closures by 6:30 a.m. More info: bit.ly/39YiM4c

Tomorrow is National Indigenous Veterans Day, a time to honour the contributions made by Indigenous veterans who served Canada in times of war and peace. It is a day to reflect on the sacrifices & accomplishments of all the Indigenous Peoples who have protected Canada. #sd61learn

It’s time for #WeTweet! The audience votes on which tweet Jimmy should send out after the break. #FallonTonight

Congratulations to Morgan. J and Team Canada on their gold medal at the U18 World Championships. Morgan is the first athlete in our hockey program to wear a Team Canada jersey. Hockey Canada IIHF

Schools will be closed on Monday, February 20th for Family Day. Wishing all of our learning community, a wonderful long weekend! We will see you on Tuesday. #sd61learn #OneLearningCommunity

All schools are OPEN today (Feb. 28, 2023). Regular buses are running. Thirdwave buses are not running. Please travel with extra care as roadways are slushy and may be slippery in areas. Flurries are expected to continue throughout the morning so please dress warmly. #sd61learn

May 11th is Moose Hide Campaign Day, a BC-born, Indigenous-led grassroots movement calling for reconciliation and action against gender-based violence. Learn more about how to support the movement here: bit.ly/3BgcWK2 #sd61learn

It’s Rainbow Week! Students across SD61 are celebrating inclusion and gender diversity in our schools and working towards creating safe and welcoming spaces for all members of our community. Check out the Gordon Head SOGI Club’s Chalk the Walk project. #OneLearningCommunity🌈

SD61’s International Student Program is looking for new host families. Hosting an international student is a great opportunity to enjoy an unforgettable cultural exchange and the program offers orientation and ongoing 24/7 support. Learn more here: bit.ly/3r5G8Si