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District News highlights the latest announcements, information, events, or stories that are happening in or around the Cowichan Valley School District (SD 79). Check this page often for updates!


Out of School Care - Join the Waitlist

Posted: October 31, 2023, 5:16am

Does your child or children attend one of the following Cowichan Valley School District locations and are interested in the Out of School Care programs that run on site? Morning Care: 7:30 am until[...]


Consultation on the Future of Cowichan Secondary School

Posted: October 26, 2023, 8:30am

Join the Cowichan Valley School District on Tuesday, November 14, 2023 to discuss the future of Cowichan Secondary School. With Quw'utsun Secondary School slated to open in September 2024[...]


Inclement Weather Information 2023/24

Posted: October 23, 2023, 4:14pm

INCLEMENT WEATHER INFORMATION Dear Parents/Guardians: With the winter season fast approaching, it is a good time to remind you about the School District’s procedures regarding inclement weathe[...]


Adopt Crofton Elementary for the Indigo Love of Reading

Posted: October 10, 2023, 7:09am

Crofton Elementary Community School school was selected to participate in the Indigo Love of Reading Foundation's annual Adopt a School fundraiser! Every dollar raised in-store at Coles Will[...]


Locally Operated Careers and Trades Training coming to the Cowichan Valley School District

Posted: September 6, 2023, 12:30pm

At the September 5th Closed Board Meeting of the Cowichan Valley School District Board of Education, the Board passed a motion to create the Cowichan Valley School District Careers and Trades. This ne[...]