Mrs. Henderson's Class Enjoys Crafty STEAM Project
Mrs. Henderson's class had a wonderful time working together to turn a pumpkin into an outdoor classroom for animals made from squash. The students enjoyed the crafty STEAM project and enjoyed recei...
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Sparwood Secondary's New Playground
Sparwood Secondary School is extremely excited to be the only high school in the District and beyond to have their very own playground. It is a playground specifically made for bigger bodies and has a...
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Falcons Just Dance: Building Belonging and School Spirit in the Middle Years
Fernie Secondary’s gym was bursting with music, costumes, and laughter as all Grade 7 and 8 students came together for a high-energy Halloween "Just Dance" Celebration. Supported by families, voluntee...
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Laurie Middle School Feeding the Future Food Program
A big thank you to the Allard Family (parents/guardians) of Laurie Middle School for their ongoing generosity in donating food for the LMS Feeding Future Program. Your kindness and donations play an ...
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Halloween Carnival at Kootenay Orchards Elementary
On the evening of Thursday, October 30, Kootenay Orchards School was transformed into a festive Halloween carnival. Students and families purchased “passports” and collected stamps by participating in...
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Learning Together - October 2025
The October issue of Learning Together is available now!
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Learning Lifesaving Skills at Sparwood Secondary
Physical Education students at Sparwood Secondary learned lifesaving skills last week. They all learned how to do CPR and how to use an AED.
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CUPE Support Staff Professional Development - October 24
On October 24, CUPE Education Assistants, Indigenous Education Support Workers, Specialized Education Assistants, and Youth Care Workers participated in a professional development day held at Fernie S...
Read MoreTake Me Outside Day at EIDES
A beautiful way to connect Outdoor Learning while embracing diversity, cultural traditions and celebrations! Grade three students at École Isabella Dicken Elementary School are taking their educati...
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Take Me Outside Week
Kootenay Orchards Elementary kicked off Take Me Outside Week by welcoming Year 2 Teacher Education students from the University of Victoria, along with their instructor Scott Bailey. Using the book ...
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Cross Country Running Zone Championships
The District was well represented at the Zone Championships in Salmo on October 20
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Element Games at Laurie Middle School
The Laurie Middle School Elements Ceremony was held once again this school year, bringing together students and staff for a celebration of culture and community. The event featured powerful drumming ...
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Foundation Skills Assessment - October 1 to November 10, 2025
What is the Foundation Skills Assessment? The Foundation Skills Assessment is an annual provincewide assessment of all B.C. students’ academic skills in Grades 4 and 7, and provides parents, teachers...
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Outdoor Education at Sparwood Secondary
Students kicked off the 2025/26 school year with a scenic and challenging hike up Lizard Lake. They enjoyed the beautiful weather, fresh mountain air and stunning views of autumn. What a perfect way t...
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Pinewood Athletes 'ROCK' Cross Country Running!
Lincoln and Brenna competed in the third annual Idlewild cross country race. Lincoln placed first in the grade 6/7 boys category (2 km). Brenna placed third in the grade 6/7 girls category. Congratula...
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Fernie Secondary Studio Art
The Fernie Secondary Studio Art – 3D class worked hard on learning a weaving technique that was used for making Woven Paper Baskets. This project was linked to Indigenous Ways of Knowing as weaving co...
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Hoop Dancing at Kootenay Orchards Elementary
Jay Genaille is a professional Hoop Dancer, Workshop Facilitator and Speaker. He is Cree, Salteaux and Anishnaabe, born and raised in Calgary, AB with his Ancestral roots originating from Misipawistik...
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Glorious Sun and Huckleberries
Last week students in the MBSS EAP Program explored in the Hughes Range, along the 5 passes trail. They had three days of glorious sun and loads of huckleberries. Highlights were seeing Dibble glacier...
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Dedicated to Education Beyond the Four Walls of a Classroom
Congratulations to Southeast Kootenay School District for receiving this certification
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The 2025-2026 Annual School Calendar
The Annual School Calendar for 2025/2026 has been adjusted. Please ensure you are using the calendar effective June 25, 2025
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Strategic Plan
2024-2028 Approved Strategic Plan Our Strategic Plan outlines the Board’s Mission, Vision, Values and Priorities for the District. "It is the map we follow (Vision), the vehicle we drive (Values) a...
Read MoreMrs. Henderson's Class Enjoys Crafty STEAM Project
Mrs. Henderson's class had a wonderful time working together to turn a pumpkin into an outdoor classroom for animals made from squash. The students enjoyed the crafty STEAM project and enjoyed recei...
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