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District Parent Advisory Council
- Chair: Carmen Sundstrom
- Email: cowichanvalleydpac@sd79.bc.ca
- Website: dpac.sd79.bc.ca
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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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- Schools
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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
- 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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Schools Closed Monday, Sept. 19
Yesterday the Ministry of Education and Child Care provided an update to all K-12 public schools, informing us that the federal holiday for the National…
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Important South-End Busing Information
Due to road work Shawnigan Lake / Mill Bay Road, the road will be closed from September 7th through 13th. The Cowichan Valley School…
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September 6, 2022 Open Board Meeting
The September 6, 2022 Open Board Meeting was held at 4:30 p.m. in the Yuxwule’ Eagle Room (Board Room) at 2557 Beverly Street, Duncan,…
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Welcome to the 2022/23 School Year
Welcome to the 2022/23 school year ‘Uy’ skweyul mukw lhwet (good day everyone), The new school year is fast approaching and staff throughout our…
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Demystifying Washrooms for Every Body
Safety. Privacy. Dignity. That’s what washrooms for Every Body bring to a school community. We wanted to demystify washrooms designed for Every Body, so…
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Hiihwuwul'stuhw tu. Hul'q'umi'num' – Bringing the Hul'q'umi'num' to life
Khowhemun Elementary School invites you to walk with them as they share their journey of Hiihwuwul’stuhw tu. Hul’q’umi’num’ (Bringing the Hul’q’umi’num’ to life /…
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School Start and Stop Times 2022-2023
Click here to view the School Start and Stop Times. Please note, you may be required to refresh your browser or delete your browsing…
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Welcome to the 2022/2023 School Year!
Welcome to the 2022/2023 School Year! RETURNING ELEMENTARY STUDENTS Tuesday, September 6, 2022 All elementary schools in the Cowichan Valley (including Grades 4-7…
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School Trustee Candidate Orientation
Are you curious about what it takes to be a school trustee in the Cowichan Valley School District? Join district staff for a School…
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Palsson Elementary is Growing
Over the last number of years, the population of Lake Cowichan has grown. This population growth has resulted in increased student enrolment at Lake…
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June 7, 2022 Open Board of Education Meeting
The June 7, 2022 Open Board of Education Meeting was held at 4:30 p.m. via Zoom. Agenda for the June 7, 2022 Open Board…
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Rookie Rugby Returns
After a two year hiatus, Rookie Rugby returned to Cowichan Valley schools. 13 teams from 11 schools, including public and private schools in the…
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May 24, 2022 BEBC Meeting
The May 24, 2022 BEBC Meeting was held at 4:00 p.m. via Zoom. Agenda for the May 24, 2022 BEBC Meeting Video of the…
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Board Continues Investment in Early Learning and Childcare
The Board of Education is continuing their support of Early Learning and Childcare services in the Cowichan Valley with new investments in child care…
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Board Chair Not Seeking Re-Election
At the May 3, 2022 Open Board meeting, Board Chair Candace Spilsbury announced that she would not be running in the upcoming trustee election…
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May 3, 2022 Open Board of Education Meeting
The May 3, 2022 Open Board of Education Meeting was held at 4:30 p.m. via Zoom. Agenda for the May 3, 2022 Open Board…
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April 28, 2022 Special BEBC Meeting
A Special BEBC Meeting was held on April 28, 2022 at 4:00 p.m. via Zoom. Agenda for the April 28, 202 Special BEBC…
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April 26, 2022 Board Education and Business Committee Meeting
The April 26, 2022 BEBC Meeting was held at 4:00 p.m. via Zoom. Agenda for the April 26, 2022 BEBC Meeting Video of…
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April Long Weekend
Enjoy your long weekend!
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April 14, 2022 Special BEBC Meeting
The April 14, 2022 Special BEBC Meeting was held at 4:00 p.m. via Zoom. Agenda for the April 14, 2022 Special BEBC Meeting…