Campbell River School District 72

SD72 board office. Campbell River Mirror photo

School District 72’s international student program seeks new host families

Since 2005, Campbell River’s high school have welcomed students from around the globe

 

Tara Moon, left, and Charlotte Mark star as Roxie Hart and Velma Kelly in Timberline High’s rendition of the musical ‘Chicago, set to debut Mar. 10. Photo Edward Hitchins/Campbell River Mirror

Timberline showcases ‘All that jazz’ with rendition of Chicago musical

High school production focuses less on innuendos, profanity than Broadway counterpart

 

SD72 board office. Campbell River Mirror photo

Cohort Program reducing failure rates amongst Grade 9 students

Program, which introduced quadmesters, was introduced in 2021 during COVID pandemic

SD72 board office. Campbell River Mirror photo
The decision to close schools for a ‘Snow Day’ is made far before sidewalk clearance, like this machine in Chiliwack, happens. File Photo Paul Henderson (Paul Henderson/ The Progress file)

What goes into calling a snow day?

Factors like road conditions considered; Decision to close can start as early as 4 a.m.

The decision to close schools for a ‘Snow Day’ is made far before sidewalk clearance, like this machine in Chiliwack, happens. File Photo Paul Henderson (Paul Henderson/ The Progress file)
Carihi Secondary School will be closed Friday as snow continues to pelt Campbell River. Photo Edward Hitchins/Campbell River Mirror

School District 72 closes all schools on Friday due to weather

Decision based on warnings from Environment Canada, deteriorating road conditions.

Carihi Secondary School will be closed Friday as snow continues to pelt Campbell River. Photo Edward Hitchins/Campbell River Mirror
Students head back to school today, Dec. 1 after a snow day cancelled classes Nov. 30. Snow remains on the ground as seen in the field beside Carihi Secondary School on Dogwood St. Photo by Alistair Taylor/Campbell River Mirror
Students head back to school today, Dec. 1 after a snow day cancelled classes Nov. 30. Snow remains on the ground as seen in the field beside Carihi Secondary School on Dogwood St. Photo by Alistair Taylor/Campbell River Mirror
The new school board for district 72 takes their oath of office Tuesday night. Pictured, Left to right are: Daryl Hagen, Dave Harper, Joyce McMann, Kat Eddy, Shannon Briggs, Craig Gillis and Janice Gladish are sorn in by Secretary-Treasurer Kevin Patrick. Photo: Edward Hitchins/Campbell River Mirror

Kat Eddy appointed new School District 72 chairperson

Gillis elected co-chair at new school board’s inaugural meeting.

The new school board for district 72 takes their oath of office Tuesday night. Pictured, Left to right are: Daryl Hagen, Dave Harper, Joyce McMann, Kat Eddy, Shannon Briggs, Craig Gillis and Janice Gladish are sorn in by Secretary-Treasurer Kevin Patrick. Photo: Edward Hitchins/Campbell River Mirror
The six candidates for trustee in school district 72. From left to right, Kat Eddy, Craig Gillis, Daryl Hagen, Dave Harper, Alaina Kelly, Joyce McCann and Kim Yaciuk. Photo by Edward Hitchins/Campbell River Mirror

The gloves come off at School Trustee debate

SOGI, Budget, Reconcilliation all hot topics of discussion

The six candidates for trustee in school district 72. From left to right, Kat Eddy, Craig Gillis, Daryl Hagen, Dave Harper, Alaina Kelly, Joyce McCann and Kim Yaciuk. Photo by Edward Hitchins/Campbell River Mirror
Joyce McMann is running for re-election to the Campbell River and District Board of School Trustees. Photo contributed

SD72: Joyce McMann running for re-election to school board

‘Proud of the district’s attention to the goals and actions needed to achieve success for all learners’

  • Oct 3, 2022
Joyce McMann is running for re-election to the Campbell River and District Board of School Trustees. Photo contributed
Alaina Kelly is running for SD72 board of school trustees. Photo contributed

SD72: Alaina Kelly puts name forward for school board

Alaina Kelly is running for Greater Campbell River District School Board (SD#72).…

  • Sep 13, 2022
Alaina Kelly is running for SD72 board of school trustees. Photo contributed
Nine candidates are running to be a SD72 trustee. Photo by Marc Kitteringham/Campbell River Mirror
Nine candidates are running to be a SD72 trustee. Photo by Marc Kitteringham/Campbell River Mirror
Craig Gillis is running to be a trustee for the Campbell River School District. Photo supplied
Craig Gillis is running to be a trustee for the Campbell River School District. Photo supplied
A graduate of Timberline Secondary School receives his diploma. Photo by Marc Kitteringham/Campbell River Mirror

Timberline Secondary School graduates celebrated at Strathcona Gardens

First time graduates able to cross the stage normally since pandemic started

A graduate of Timberline Secondary School receives his diploma. Photo by Marc Kitteringham/Campbell River Mirror
Carihi graduates take in the school’s graduation ceremony at Strathcona Gardens on Tuesday, June 28. Photo by Alistair Taylor/Campbell River Mirror

Carihi graduates step out into the wider world at graduation ceremony

Annual rite of passage held at Campbell River’s Strathcona Gardens arena

Carihi graduates take in the school’s graduation ceremony at Strathcona Gardens on Tuesday, June 28. Photo by Alistair Taylor/Campbell River Mirror
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I question the school board chair’s math – letter

I was glad to see School District 72 Board Chair John Kerr…

  • Jun 7, 2022
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Assertion that the literacy program has been ‘gutted’ is, frankly, incorrect – SD72 board chair

In Response to the May 25 Letter to the Editor: “Please explain…

  • May 31, 2022
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Please explain how cutting literacy programs off at the knees benefits “kids in the classrooms”

Filed for publication with the Mirror SD72 Board of education, It is…

  • May 25, 2022
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School District 72 board office. Contributed photo

Campbell River School district creates mental health framework

Plan include reducing stigma, increasing connections with parents and community agencies

School District 72 board office. Contributed photo
The 2021/ 2022 École Phoenix Middle School Grade 6/7 class expresses their gratitude to We Wai Kai First Nation Chief Ronnie Chickite for aiding them with their Water First fundraiser. Contributed photo

First Nation helps out Campbell River middle school students with fundraiser

We Wai Kai council provides $1,500 boost to École Phoenix Middle School charity efforts

The 2021/ 2022 École Phoenix Middle School Grade 6/7 class expresses their gratitude to We Wai Kai First Nation Chief Ronnie Chickite for aiding them with their Water First fundraiser. Contributed photo
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