Stories, reflections, and updates from across the School District 8 (Kootenay Lake) community.

A curated collection of happenings across SD8 schools and worksites that embody our five strategic priorities: lifelong learners, connected learners, caring and inclusive learning culture, cultural and identity development, and career development.

A curated collection of happenings across SD8 schools and worksites that embody our five strategic priorities: lifelong learners, connected learners, caring and inclusive learning culture, cultural and identity development, and career development.

A curated collection of happenings across SD8 schools and worksites that further our five strategic priorities: lifelong learners; connected learners; caring and inclusive learning culture; cultural and identity development; and career development.

Welcome to the 2025-2026 school year. The first day of school is always exciting and full of promise for each child in kindergarten through grade 12.

June is Indigenous History Month. June is also 2S&LGBTQIA+ Pride Month. June 21, 2025 is National Indigenous Peoples’ Day.

Read about and see great images of student learning across SD8. A special congratulations to all SD8 graduates and their families.

REDFISH once again hosted SD8’s Grade 4/5 Track and Field Meet as a joint venture with Mr. Chirico and crew from HUME Elementary.

Read about student participation in the recent federal election, fabulous bus drivers and firefighters who support children, the 2025 SD8 Youth Pow Wow and more...

In this edition, learn more about outdoor learning, scholarships, kindergarten registration and our new School Messenger app.

As we approach spring break starting March 17, the pace of learning in our schools seems to accelerate. Children are working hard to improve their reading, writing, number and math skills, science knowledge...