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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!

Record-Setting Frances Kelsey Runner on a Roll

Posted: June 5, 2023, 10:38am

Frances Kelsey Secondary student Alexa Dow is currently ranked as the number one female runner in Canada for both the 800m and 1500m events in the U18 category. She is just days away from realizing he[...]

Saving Salmon, one Fry at a Time

Posted: May 31, 2023, 7:55am

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 to a worldwide pandemic, I’ve been invited to join Cro[...]

Khowhemun El Jumping into Track and Field

Posted: May 26, 2023, 8:52am

Recently, students in Grades 4 through 7 at Khowhemun Elementary School were able to experience ‘life on the track’ thanks to a generous donation from the Canadian Tire Jumpstart Community Develop[...]

International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia

Posted: May 17, 2023, 10:06am

Everyone deserves to feel safe in their community, their homes, and wherever they go. Safety includes bring able to express your true self, no matter how you identify. Across the globe, our country, a[...]

Long-Range Facilities Plan Community Information Session

Posted: May 7, 2023, 7:00am

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 address school enrollment/catchment, configuration, and [...]