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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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Employment Opportunities
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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- 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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- Calendars
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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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2025-2026 Kindergarten Registration
Kindergarten registration will begin January 27, 2025. Follow this link to find more information and the registration form.
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Fire at Alexander Elementary
On New Year’s Eve, at approximately 10 p.m., the Cowichan Valley School District wasnotified of a fire in the back pod of Alexander Elementary…
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Welcome to the 2024/2025 School Year!
Open this letter for back to school information on Tuesday, September 3, 2024
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Cyber Incident
We are writing to provide an update on the cyber incident experienced by the School District in June. The School District has completed its…
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July 6, 2023 Special Open Board Meeting
A Special Open Board Meeting was held at 4:15 p.m. on Thursday, July 6, 2023, by Zoom. Agenda for the July 6, 2023 Special…
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Board Message to Community
The Board of Education for the Cowichan Valley School District wants to ensure every student and staff member can feel confident that the Board…
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Indigenous Education Graduation Celebration
Last week the Indigenous Education Department of the district organized and hosted our Indigenous Education Graduation celebration. This ceremony is different than the usual…
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Summer Student Services
Summer break is coming up and for many that is a great time to relax and enjoy a break in the regular school year.…
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National Indigenous Peoples' Day
National Indigenous Peoples’ Day offers us time to pause and recognize the rich history, and modern contributions, of Indigenous peoples across Canada. For us…
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Communicating Student Learning
The process for communicating student learning with families across the province has been evolving over the last number of years. To help parents, caregivers,…
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School Check-Ins
Summer is almost here! If you are considering a move over the summer, please contact your child’s existing school and the new school…
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Leadership Retreat for District Student Advisory Council
In late May students in the District Student Advisory Council (DSAC) came together at Capernwray Harbour on Thetis Island as a group to build…
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Another fun-filled week at Métis Camp
The 2023 Métis Cultural Camp was held recently at Glenora Trailheads Park, and elementary students from select schools around the district were treated to…
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Bench Elementary Celebrating 150-years and You’re Invited
Bench Elementary Celebrating 150-years and You’re Invited This year marks the Bench 150 Celebration, and we are looking forward to the future. Bench Elementary…
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Record-Setting Frances Kelsey Runner on a Roll
Frances Kelsey Secondary student Alexa Dow is currently ranked as the number one female runner in Canada for both the 800m and 1500m events…
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June 6, 2023 Open Board of Education Meeting
The June 6, 2023 Open Board of Education Meeting was held at 4:30 p.m. in the Yuxwule’ Eagle (Board) Room. Agenda for the June…
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Saving Salmon, one Fry at a Time
For as long as I’ve been with the Cowichan Valley School District, and we haven’t been dealing with remote learning or modified classes due…
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Khowhemun El Jumping into Track and Field
Recently, students in Grades 4 through 7 at Khowhemun Elementary School were able to experience ‘life on the track’ thanks to a generous donation…
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May 23, 2023 BEBC Meeting
The May 23, 2023 BEBC Meeting was held at 4:00 p.m., with the public participating via Zoom. Agenda for the May 23, 2023 BEBC…
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International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia
Everyone deserves to feel safe in their community, their homes, and wherever they go. Safety includes bring able to express your true self, no…
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Long-Range Facilities Plan Community Information Session
Join the Board of Education for the Cowichan Valley School District to discuss the Long-Range Facilities Plan. This plan will be our roadmap to…