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Air Quality Advisory
Posted (Friday) September 23, 2022Burnaby is included in the special air quality statement issued by Environment Canada, due to concentrations of fine particulate matter caused by smoke from wildfires in BC and Washington […] -
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Next Steps Coming: Action on Racism
Posted (Thursday) September 22, 2022As we continue our journey and work to create a better path forward together, recommendations on how to address racism within the Burnaby School District will be delivered to […] -
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Seismic Improvements Providing Upgrades
Posted (Thursday) September 22, 2022Seaforth and Parkcrest Elementary students and staff started the new school year with seismic improvements and upgrades to their buildings. Final aspects of the work continues, including the grounds. […] -
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Reconciliation Crosswalk Installed Just in Time for Back to School
Posted (Tuesday) September 6, 2022As students at Westridge Elementary are heading back to school, they get to walk across the newly completed Reconciliation crosswalk. The first of its kind in Burnaby, the idea […] -
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Parkcrest, a Prime Minister, and Big Dreams
Posted (Tuesday) September 6, 2022Students in Brenda Montagano’s class started the school year with some inspiration from an alumna and a lesson in pursuing your dreams, as former Parkcrest Elementary student Liz Truss […] -
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Helping Ukrainian Children Get Ready for School in Burnaby
Posted (Wednesday) August 24, 2022Teachers have been volunteering their time throughout the summer to help Ukrainian newcomers practice their English and get ready for school in Burnaby. Dozens of children whose families fled […] -
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Anti-Racism Lead Nominated for Premier’s Award for Work in District
Posted (Wednesday) August 24, 2022The District Principal of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion is a finalist for a Premier’s Award for Excellence in Education. Beth Applewhite has been leading anti-racism work in the District […] -
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Graduates Awarded Millions in Scholarships
Posted (Wednesday) July 6, 2022The Class of 2022 has earned a collective $6.8 million in scholarships and bursaries. From smaller to larger awards, every dollar helps students achieve their post-secondary dreams. Many graduates […] -
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Schools Raise Pride Flag for the First Time
Posted (Thursday) June 30, 2022Schools celebrated Pride this month in many ways with more than a dozen schools raising the flag for the first time. The colours of pride served as a symbol […] -
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No School Monday September 19
Posted (Thursday) June 30, 2022As per the decision of the Government of BC, the province will follow the lead of the federal government and join with other provinces in observing the national day […]