
Strengthening Connections
Warriors Leadership class attended a Strengthening Connections Gathering on October 9, 2025 at Mount Baker Secondary. Indigenous recruiters from six post secondary institutions shared their learning j...
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Committee Meetings - Time Change for October 27, 2025
On Monday, October 27, the Public All Committees Meeting will start at 3:00 p.m. as requested by members of the District Parent Advisory Council
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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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Orange Shirts
Students, staff and members of the Board of Education wore orange shirts on September 29 in honour of the National day of Truth and Reconciliation.
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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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Frank J Mitchell Elementary Community Spirit
Grade 2, 3 and 6 students from Frank J Mitchell Elementary school worked with the Elk River Alliance to learn about land stewardship and to promote and participate in the annual shoreline clean up! T...
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Pancakes at FJ Mitchell Elementary
Frank J Mitchell Elementary hosted their annual breakfast on September 25. This fun event was put on by the local Lions Club. Thanks to the Lions Club and the Fernie Ghostrider team for an amazing mor...
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Celebrating Success!
Liam, a Grade 11 student at Fernie Secondary, is taking an exciting step toward greater independence! This week, he began riding the school bus on his own. With the support of his school team and fami...
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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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Hiking Through Old Growth and Spineback Trails
The Fernie Secondary Hockey Class showcased their resiliency, athleticism, and teamwork on a challenging 15 km hike through the Old Growth and Spineback trails at Island Lake. Despite unfavourable wea...
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Welcome Back Breakfasts and Elk Valley School Tours
The Welcome Back Breakfast was held at the Fernie Maintenance Shop on Thursday, September 11. Following the delicious breakfast, Board of Education Trustees and members of District Management toured s...
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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...
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Warriors Leadership class attended a Strengthening Connections Gathering on October 9, 2025 at Mount Baker Secondary. Indigenous recruiters from six post secondary institutions shared their learning j...
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