New Playground for Winlaw Elementary
Monday, March 18th, 2019
Parents are overjoyed and greatly relieved with the news of a new playground for Winlaw Elementary School’s near future, instead of an imminent school closure.
News Stories
SD 8 – Kootenay Lake staffing changes for the remainder of this year and the 2019-2020 School Year
Friday, March 15th, 2019
After Spring Break:
We will see the gradual return to work (GRTW) return to Blewett Elementary of Principal Mary Ann Gaschnitz. Welcome back.
School Enhancement Funding
Monday, March 11th, 2019
District receives additional $2.4 million in capital funding from government for 2019-2020
Immunization Reporting for students
Tuesday, March 5th, 2019
Ministry of Health & Education working together
Online Safety for SD8 students
Friday, March 1st, 2019
Social media hoax reminds parents to address online safety with their children
SD8 Principal wins Coldsmoke competition
Thursday, February 28th, 2019
Congratulations to Jon Francis, Principal of Winlaw Elementary school!
Wildflower Walks the Coldest Night
Wednesday, February 27th, 2019
Another successful year for the Wildflower School Walkers!
Provincial BC Budget released
Monday, February 25th, 2019
Budget 2019 is creating opportunities for all British Columbians by delivering a new B.C. Child Opportunity Benefit for kids up to the age of 18, removing interest from B.C.
Pink Shirt Day - Feb 27th
Monday, February 25th, 2019
February 27 is Pink Shirt Day, a day aimed at raising awareness of all forms of bullying and supporting programs that foster healthy self-esteem in children.
Save on Foods raises $3436.92 for Canyon Lister Elementary School
Tuesday, February 19th, 2019
Canyon Lister Elementary School feeds breakfast to 225 children per week.