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DPAC Sponsored Online Parent Workshop - Inclusive Classrooms

January 27, 2026
This parent-friendly session supports families in better understanding inclusive classrooms, why complexity is part of the reality, and how families can support inclusion in meaningful and realistic ways.  The workshop will be facilitated by Carly Eirikson , who works in inclusive education and school leadership and has extensive experience supporting students, families,...

LAST DAY to apply for Programs of Choice (PLC, FI and STREAM)

January 12, 2026
If you are interested in your incoming K child attending either the Primary Community Learning Program or the French Immersion Program , or have a Grade 4-7 child you are interested in having attend the STREAM program, applications will close today, Friday, January 30th, at 4:00 p.m.​
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Virtual Town Hall re: Catchment Areas - January 14, 2026

January 05, 2026
​ Tune in to our Virtual Town Hall if you are interested in potential changes to the elementary school catchments in the Parksville area. The conversation will cover typical responses to enrolment changes, district projections, and potential next steps ​.  See attached for more details and the Teams Meeting link which can...

Year End Letter to Parents/Caregivers from Minister Beare

December 15, 2025
Please see attached letter from Lisa Beare, Minister of Education and Child Care to parents/caregivers.​

Joint Letter re Professional Development Days

December 03, 2025
See attached letter to Parents/Caregivers from the Superintendent of Schools and the President of the Mount Arrowsmith Teachers' Association regarding professional development days.​