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Inkwells to Internet: New Book Captures History of Burnaby Schools
Posted (Tuesday) March 2, 2021The newly published book, Inkwells to Internet: A History of Burnaby Schools, vividly shares the experiences of students and staff in everything from one-room schools in 1894 to present […] -
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French Immersion Students Celebrate Carnaval
Posted (Monday) March 1, 2021Carnaval provides an opportunity for students at many schools throughout the District to learn through a celebration of French-Canadian culture. For example, at École Marlborough Elementary, Kindergarten students used […] -
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Students Support Community
Posted (Sunday) February 28, 2021Students and school staff throughout the District are finding ways to build and support community, which is perhaps even more important during the pandemic. At Brentwood Park Elementary, Grade […] -
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COVID-19: Sharing Clear and Current Information
Posted (Saturday) February 27, 2021You can find current information from the Burnaby School District as well as curated resources on our website using the links below. In this ever-changing situation, we are committed […] -
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Words Writing Project: Call for submissions
Posted (Friday) February 26, 2021Burnaby Schools are proud of a unique literacy tradition that began in 1985. It celebrates the best in student writing and provides career exploration by inviting students district-wide, from […] -
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Finding New Ways to Share Indigenous Learnings During a Pandemic
Posted (Friday) February 26, 2021The District’s Indigenous Education Program has joined together with Elders, other leaders and educators to find new ways to share Indigenous learnings and culture during the pandemic. What follows are […] -
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Pink Shirt Day in Burnaby Schools
Posted (Tuesday) February 23, 2021There are many initiatives and activities throughout the year in Burnaby Schools that explore kindness, respect and celebrate diversity. Additionally, each February students and staff participate in Pink Shirt […] -
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Supporting Mental Health: Students Learn About Sleep
Posted (Tuesday) February 23, 2021Across the globe, COVID-19 has been attributed to increasing screen time for children and decreasing their sleep quality. Here in Burnaby, we have several initiatives underway to help students […] -
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Reminder: Winter Weather Procedures
Posted (Saturday) February 20, 2021With winter weather here, we want to remind you about how the Burnaby School District shares weather-related school closures. All schools will remain OPEN unless there is heavy snowfall, […] -
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Black History Month: Celebrating & Learning
Posted (Thursday) February 18, 2021Students are participating in Black History Month throughout the District with a variety of activities that showcase the proud heritage of the Black community, their joy, struggle, contribution, and […]