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Stay up to date with the latest news from across School District 8 (Kootenay Lake).

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School District No. 8 (Kootenay Lake) has announced that Mr. Roman Wyllie has been appointed principal of Salmo Elementary School, effective August 1, 2026.

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An overview of discussions and major decisions of the Board of Education. The next board meeting is Tuesday, May 12 at 5:00 p.m.

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School District No. 8 (Kootenay Lake) projects a balanced and stable financial position in its 2026–2027 preliminary budget, with a continued focus on supporting student learning and achievement.

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Students from Mount Sentinel Secondary, L.V. Rogers Secondary and Crawford Bay Elementary-Secondary showed grace under pressure at the Skills Canada BC Kootenay Regional Competition with six gold medalists now preparing for the provincial competition in Abbotsford on April 15.

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School District No. 8 (Kootenay Lake) has announced that Carmella Mathieu has been hired to serve as principal of Crawford Bay Elementary-Secondary School (CBESS) starting August 1, 2026.

An overview of discussion items and major decisions of the Board of Education of School District No. 8 (Kootenay Lake). The next board meeting is on Tuesday, April 14 at 5:00 p.m.

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The School District No. 8 (Kootenay Lake) Board of Education approved the 2025–2026 Amended Annual Budget on February 10. The amended budget reflects financial stability, careful planning, and continued investment in students and classrooms.

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The Nelson Professional Firefighters Charitable Society has raised $2,000 for SD8 elementary schools within the City of Nelson for the fourth year running - $500 each for Hume Elementary, Rosemont Elementary, South Nelson Elementary, and Wildflower Nelson.

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An overview of discussion items and major decisions of the SD8 Board of Education. The next board meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. PT/6:00 p.m. MT in person in Nelson or online.

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The Board of Education of School District No. 8 (Kootenay Lake) expresses its sorrow and empathy following the tragic shooting in Tumbler Ridge, B.C., and works to support staff, students and families.

An overview of discussion items and major decisions of the Board of Education of School District No. 8 (Kootenay Lake). The next board meeting is scheduled for 5 p.m. on Tuesday, February 10, 2026

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An overview of discussion items and major decisions of the Board of Education of School District No. 8 (Kootenay Lake). The next board meeting is scheduled for 5 p.m. on Tuesday, January 13, 2026