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

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Board NewsApr 15, 2026
Preliminary Budget Presented to Board of Education

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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GeneralMar 18, 2026
SD8 Students Prepare for Skills Canada Provincial Competition

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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GeneralMar 12, 2026
New Principal Hired at Crawford Bay School

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.

Board NewsMar 12, 2026
Board of Education Meeting Highlights – March 10, 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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Board NewsFeb 13, 2026
SD8 Board of Education Approves 2025–2026 Amended Annual Budget

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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GeneralFeb 13, 2026
Nelson Firefighter Fundraising Feeds SD8 Students

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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Board NewsFeb 13, 2026
Board of Education Meeting Highlights - February 10, 2026

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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GeneralFeb 11, 2026
SD8 Expresses Sorrow and Empathy Following Tragedy in Tumbler Ridge, B.C

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.

Board NewsJan 15, 2026
Board of Education Meeting Highlights – January 13, 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 scheduled for 5 p.m. on Tuesday, February 10, 2026

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Board NewsDec 11, 2025
Board of Education Meeting Highlights – December 9, 2025

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

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Board NewsNov 5, 2025
SD8 Board of Education Chair and Vice-Chair Elected by Acclamation

Trustee Susan Chew was elected by acclamation as board chair and Trustee Julie Bremner as vice-chair at the inaugural Board of Education meeting on November 4.

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Board NewsOct 31, 2025
Board of Education Meeting Highlights – November 4, 2025

An overview of discussion items and major decisions of the Board of Education of School District No. 8 (Kootenay Lake).

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