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District Parent Advisory Council
- Chair: Keirsten Tymko
- Email: cowichanvalleydpac@sd79.bc.ca
- Website: dpac.sd79.bc.ca
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Join the Cowichan Valley School District and have the career you want that supports the life you have.
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Welcome to Cowichan Valley School District
The Cowichan Valley School District proudly serves learners across many diverse communities. We offer world-class instruction and a rich diversity of engaging programs to help prepare our learners for a world they will create.
Contact District
Phone: (250) 748-0321
Fax: (250) 748-6591
Email: info@sd79.bc.caMailing Address
- 2557 Beverly Street
Duncan, British Columbia
V9L 2X3
- 2557 Beverly Street
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Welcome to Cowichan Valley School District
There are 17 Elementary schools and 5 Secondary schools in the Cowichan Valley School District.
Catchment School
To learn what your catchment school is and to obtain school contact info please use the School Locator tool.
Framework for Enhancing Student Learning (FESL)
Each school has their own plan on how to serve our learners. These plans align with the district-wide FESL and Beyond Education, you can find individual school FESL’s with the below
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View 2024-2027 School Calendars
- 2024/25 School Calendar – finalized (the non-instructional and professional development days have been confirmed) and includes Early Dismissal days. Early Dismissal days added for PLCs.
- 2025/26 School Calendar – finalized (the non-instructional and professional development days have been confirmed) and includes Early Dismissal days. Early Dismissal days added for PLCs.
- 2026/27 School Calendar
- School Calendar Holiday Breaks (2024/25 to 2026/27)
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you have questions about how the school calendars are created? Please read our Frequently Asked Questions.
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January 3, 2023 Open Board Meeting
The January 3, 2023 Open Board Meeting was held at 4:30 p.m. in the Yuxwule’ Eagle (Board Room). Agenda for the January 3, 2023…
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The National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women
Flags across the district will be at half-mast today in observation of The National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. This…
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Nourish Cowichan Receives $308,344 from BC’s Student and Family Affordability Fund
On Monday, November 28th, Cowichan Valley School District staff met with Nourish Cowichan to mark the donation of $308,344 from BC’s Student and Family…
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December 6, 2022 Open Board Meeting
The December 6, 2022 Open Board Meeting will be held at 4:30 p.m. in the Yuxwule’ Eagle (Board) Room. Agenda for the December 6,…
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No Classes Friday, Nov 25 – Non Instructional Day
Staff across the district will be busy learning together during our Non-Instructional Day on Friday, November 25. There will be no classes on that…
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November 22, 2022 BEBC Meeting
The November 22, 2022 BEBC Meeting was held at 4:00 p.m. in the Yuxwule’ Eagle (Board Room). November 22, 2022 BEBC Agenda Package Video…
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2-Hour Early Dismissal Wednesday Nov 23
FYI to families and caretakers, there is a 2-hour early dismissal tomorrow for our Professional Learning Community (PLC).
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Schools Closed Remembrance Day
Schools will be closed on Friday November 11th for Remembrance Day. Please take a moment out of your day on Friday to reflect on…
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November 8, 2022 Inaugural Board Meeting
The November 8, 2022 Inaugural Board Meeting was held starting at 4:30 p.m. at the Oceanfront Suites Hotel, 1681 Cowichan Bay Road, Cowichan Bay.…
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Inclement Weather Information 2022/23
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…
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Board Proclaims Commitment to All-Nations Indigenous Education Council
On Wednesday, September 28, representatives from all Nations served by the Cowichan Valley School District joined the Board of Education for the formal inauguration…
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No Classes Friday, Nov 25 – Non Instructional Day
Staff across the district will be busy learning together during our Non-Instructional Day on Friday, November 25. There will be no classes on that…
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CORRECTION: ADVANCE SCHOOL TRUSTEE VOTING LOCATION ERROR
The Chief Electoral Officer for the Cowichan Valley School District School Trustee election is issuing a correction to the ‘Notice of Election by Voting’…
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October 10th: Thanksgiving Day (no school)
Just a reminder that there is no school on Monday, October 10, 2022 due to the Thanksgiving holiday.
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Happy World Teachers' Day
On October 5th, communities around the world will mark World Teachers’ Day, and the Board of Education for the Cowichan Valley School District is…
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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Even though schools are closed today for the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, this past week has held important time for learning, reflection,…
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October 4, 2022 Open Board Meeting
The October 4, 2022 Open Board Meeting was held at 4:30 p.m. in the Yuxwule’ Eagle (Board) Room. Agenda for the October 4, 2022…
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September 27, 2022 Special Open Board Meeting
The September 27, 2022 Special Open Board Meeting was held at 4:30 p.m. in the Yuxwule’ Eagle (Board) Room. Agenda for the September 27,…
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Weaving Understanding with Cowichan Secondary School
Cowichan Secondary School has recently finished their school wide “weaving understanding” project. While there were many starts, stops and COVID challenges along the way,…
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From Grief to Medicine, Moving Forward with Good Hearts
The Board of Education for the Cowichan Valley School District and the District Parent Advisory Council are inviting school district staff and the community…
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Equity in Action – Survey
Ensuring that our educational system and our schools treat every student with respect and dignity is an important first step in making sure students…