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Spring Break 2026
Richmond schools will be closed for spring break from March 16 to 27, 2026. Schools will re-open on March 30, 2026. Please note that two of our schools have slightly different spring break schedules: Garden City Elementary School will be closed for spring break from March 16 to April 2, 2026. Garden City will re-open…
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Letter from the Minister of Education and Child Care
Please find attached a letter from the Honourable Lisa Beare, Minister of Education and Child Care. The Ministry has asked that this letter be shared with parents and caregivers across the province. We are providing it to you on their behalf for your information. This message has been shared by the Richmond School District. Attachments…
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District Update Regarding Recent Events in Tumbler Ridge
Dear Parents and Guardians, Our thoughts are with all those affected by the events that took place in Tumbler Ridge yesterday. While this incident did not occur within our district, we recognize that news of serious events in our province may be felt in different ways across our school communities. The Richmond School District remains…
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2026-2028 Proposed Calendars for Public Feedback
The Richmond School District welcomes feedback and comments until Tuesday, March 3 about the proposed calendars for the 2026/27 and 2027/28 school years. The calendars set out winter and spring breaks, as well as school closure days, including district-wide professional development days. Comments on the proposed school calendars can be submitted by email to educationoffice@sd38.bc.ca.…
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Project Update: Preparing the New City Centre School for September 2026
The Richmond School District is excited to be opening a new elementary school at 8671 Odlin Crescent in September 2026. This new school represents an important investment in our growing city centre community and reflects the district’s long-term commitment to neighbourhood-based schools. It will provide students and families with enhanced opportunities for learning close to…