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Marked annually in Canada on April 28, the National Day of Mourning is dedicated to remembering those who have lost their lives, suffered injury or illness on the job, or experienced a work-related tragedy.
2026/27 School Bus Registration is open now until June 12, 2026. Submit your application by that date to secure a spot. All students need to register annually for the school bus, even if they rode the bus in the current school year.
News & Announcements
New Principal Appointed at Salmo Elementary School
School District No. 8 (Kootenay Lake) has announced that Mr. Roman Wyllie has been appointed principal of Salmo Elementary School, effective August 1, 2026.
Board of Education Meeting Highlights - April 14, 2026
An overview of discussions and major decisions of the Board of Education. The next board meeting is Tuesday, May 12 at 5:00 p.m.
Preliminary Budget Presented to Board of Education
School District No. 8 (Kootenay Lake) projects a balanced and stable financial position in its 2026–2027 preliminary budget, with a continued focus on supporting student learning and achievement.
SD8 Students Prepare for Skills Canada Provincial Competition
Students from Mount Sentinel Secondary, L.V. Rogers Secondary and Crawford Bay Elementary-Secondary showed grace under pressure at the Skills Canada BC Kootenay Regional Competition with six gold medalists now preparing for the provincial competition in Abbotsford on April 15.
New Principal Hired at Crawford Bay School
School District No. 8 (Kootenay Lake) has announced that Carmella Mathieu has been hired to serve as principal of Crawford Bay Elementary-Secondary School (CBESS) starting August 1, 2026.
Board of Education Meeting Highlights – March 10, 2026
An overview of discussion items and major decisions of the Board of Education of School District No. 8 (Kootenay Lake). The next board meeting is on Tuesday, April 14 at 5:00 p.m.
SD8 Board of Education Approves 2025–2026 Amended Annual Budget
The School District No. 8 (Kootenay Lake) Board of Education approved the 2025–2026 Amended Annual Budget on February 10. The amended budget reflects financial stability, careful planning, and continued investment in students and classrooms.
Nelson Firefighter Fundraising Feeds SD8 Students
The Nelson Professional Firefighters Charitable Society has raised $2,000 for SD8 elementary schools within the City of Nelson for the fourth year running - $500 each for Hume Elementary, Rosemont Elementary, South Nelson Elementary, and Wildflower Nelson.
Board of Education Meeting Highlights - February 10, 2026
An overview of discussion items and major decisions of the SD8 Board of Education. The next board meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. PT/6:00 p.m. MT in person in Nelson or online.
SD8 Expresses Sorrow and Empathy Following Tragedy in Tumbler Ridge, B.C
The Board of Education of School District No. 8 (Kootenay Lake) expresses its sorrow and empathy following the tragic shooting in Tumbler Ridge, B.C., and works to support staff, students and families.
