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Schools are not in session from June 25 through September 7 while students enjoy their well-earned summer break. The first day of the 2026-2027 school year is Tuesday, September 8.
ELEV8-DESK is SD8's online learning school and it operates year-round and is open for continuous registration.
Congratulations to the Class of 2026 from all SD8 staff and the Board of Education.
"Ajuinnatta. Keep going. Keep trying. Never give up."
The Right Honourable Mary Simon, Former Governor General of Canada
News & Announcements
Assistant Superintendent Deanna Holitzki Retiring
School District No. 8 (Kootenay Lake) has announced the retirement of Deanna Holtizki, Assistant Superintendent, effective November 2026. Deanna’s retirement concludes a distinguished career in public education spanning 36 years, 28 of those in SD8.
Board of Education Meeting Highlights - June 9, 2026
An overview of planned discussion items and major decisions of the Board of Education of School District No. 8 (Kootenay Lake). The next meeting of the Board held in public is Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.
Board Announcement
Board of Education supports Indigenous-led decision making in public education through the Indigenous Education Council
Salmo Secondary School receives $600K donation
Salmo Secondary School has received a $600,000 donation from the McDonald family to honour the legacy of alumni Godfrey and Sheila McDonald and create lasting opportunities for current and future students.
In-house collaboration makes LVR grad stage accessible to all
The SD8 carpentry team worked closely with L.V. Rogers Secondary School leaders to develop an innovative design for accessibility ramps to the grad stage this year.
Mount Sentinel students stage scenes from Love and Information June 12, 13
MSS Academy PM presents scenes from British playwright Caryl Churchill’s Love and Information at the Capitol Theatre on June 12 and 13 as part of their ninth annual year-end showcase. Tickets are available through the Capitol Theatre box office and at the door.
Board of Education Meeting Highlights – May 12, 2026
An overview of planned discussion items and major decisions of the Board of Education of School District No. 8 (Kootenay Lake). The next meeting of the Board held in public isTuesday, June 9, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. in Creston and online.
Winlaw Bookworms win silver in regional reading challenge
The Winlaw Bookworms earned second place at the Grand Finale of the Regional Reading Link Challenge held May 6 at Trafalgar Middle School Library in Nelson.
SD8 Board of Education Approves 2026-2027 Budget
The School District No. 8 (Kootenay Lake) Board of Education unanimously approved its budget for the 2026–2027 school year at the May 12 Board meeting.
New Vice-Principal Hired at L.V. Rogers Secondary School
School District No. 8 (Kootenay Lake) has announced that Mr. Simon Bruskowski has been hired as vice-principal of L.V. Rogers Secondary, effective August 1, 2026.
