School District No. 83
341 Shuswap St. SW V1E 4N2 Salmon Arm, BC, Canada

Having fun on Hat Day at Parkview Elementary! #83learns

Hillcrest Elementary teacher Tyra Menzies’ Grade 5 students were walking about the downtown carrying signs thanking businesses for being there and for being open during the pandemic. https://www.saobserver.net//young-students-brighten-up-d/

NOSTA Delegation: There were two presentations from the North Okanagan-Shuswap Teachers' Association (NOSTA) at the Board of Education meeting on Wednesday. The first was from President Graham Gomme who asked the Board to hold off on making a decision on the long range facilities plan for the Salmon Arm and greater area. He suggested the board assign someone to research all the options and potential costs, which would enable the school board and community to make a more informed decision.... https://sd83.bc.ca/2020/11/19/synopsis-of-board-meeting-6/

Check out our talented students! https://www.facebook.com/cfobc/videos/2826613240947367 #83learns

School District No. 83 SOGI (Sexual Orientation Gender Identity) Support Teacher, Amy Witt, is excited to launch a poster project fundraiser in an effort to ensure marginalized students and families feel welcome in our schools and beyond. "In working with 2SLGBTQ+ youth in our schools, it has become clear to me that they are scanning their environments for overt signs of welcome, support, and safety," Witt remarks.... https://sd83.bc.ca/2020/11/18/inclusive-poster-project/

Just a reminder that Thursday, November 19th is an Early Dismissal Day for all SD83 elementary schools (except for Falkland which is Nov. 26), plus Carlin and Len Wood Middle Schools. This time will be used for teachers to facilitate formal goal-setting conferences with students and parents. Most conferences will occur via video chats or phone calls. In certain situations, in-person meetings may be considered when physical distancing and safety protocols can be maintained.... https://sd83.bc.ca/2020/11/18/early-dismissal-day-2/