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Reflection and Action Toward Reconciliation
Posted (Thursday) September 26, 2024Truth and Reconciliation Week in September is a powerful opportunity for remembering the impact of the residential school system and coming together in the spirit of hope, Truth and […] -
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Two More Burnaby Schools Getting Additions
Posted (Thursday) September 19, 2024Alpha Secondary and Nelson Elementary are in neighbourhoods that have been growing rapidly and the schools have just been approved for additions. The Ministry of Education and Child Care […] -
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Updated Restrictions for Cell Phones and Digital Devices
Posted (Thursday) September 19, 2024Restrictions to students’ use of digital devices, including cell phones have been added to the Code of Conduct for the Burnaby School District. The additional language in the Code […] -
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Students Returning to News of Upgraded Larger Schools
Posted (Wednesday) August 28, 2024Students and staff at Cameron Elementary are returning this fall to exciting news that they will be getting a new school building. This follows an announcement by the Ministry […] -
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StrongStart Registration is Open
Posted (Tuesday) August 27, 2024REGISTRATION IS OPEN – for children who are not yet school age – for the StrongStart Program, which marks a joyful beginning of their experience in the Burnaby School District. […] -
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Helping Families Navigate Digital Life
Posted (Wednesday) June 12, 2024As part of a strategy launched earlier this year supporting students with digital skills and wellness, the District held four information evenings for families. More than 350 people came […] -
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Unique Experiences Support Students Who are New to Canada
Posted (Wednesday) June 5, 2024Much work is underway across the District to support children, youth, and their families who are new to Canada. The District’s Settlement Workers in Schools or SWIS program offers […] -
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Students Win Pride Bookmark Contest
Posted (Wednesday) June 5, 2024Two students learned during Pride Month that they are the winners of a District-wide bookmark contest celebrating diversity, equity and inclusion. The contest invited children and youth to enter […] -
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Congratulations to the Class of 2024
Posted (Wednesday) June 5, 2024After having had their first year of high school coincide with the start of the pandemic, this year’s graduates are finding ways to end secondary school joyfully. Students have […] -
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Graduates Smash Recent Records Earning Millions in Scholarships
Posted (Wednesday) June 5, 2024The Class of 2024 has earned $10.8 million in scholarships and counting, smashing recent records. In total, they’ve been offered millions more than any other graduating class in over […]