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Story provided by Board Chair Heather Grieve
At the Regular Public Board Meeting on May 12, 2025, the Kamloops-Thompson Board of Education approved the Sníne Elementary School catchment changes based on the Future Growth Planning Committe’s recommendations.
The recommendations were made following several months of community consultation that included representatives from Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE Local 3500), Kamloops-Thompson Teachers’...
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Dear Parents and Caregivers:
In May, our stories highlight how students and staff develop strong, positive Connections and Relationships in the 2022-2027 District Strategic Plan .
Child Care Provider Appreciation Day – May 9, 2025
May is Child Care Month in BC and today is Child Care Provider Appreciation Day—a day to recognize and celebrate the dedicated and caring individuals and organizations who educate and support our youngest learners. To all child...
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Story provided by Chelsea Isenor, Director of Communications and Board Administration
On May 1–2, 2025, over 150 Indigenous students from several school districts gathered at the Brown’s House of Learning at Thompson Rivers University for the third annual OMRIE Indigenous Student Summit. 
The OMRIE Indigenous Student Summit began as an idea of the Okanagan Mainline Regional Indigenous Education Council (OMRIE), which consists of representatives from...
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Story provided by Chelsea Isenor, Director of Communications and Board Administration
As part of the 2022–2027 District Strategic Plan , the Kamloops-Thompson School District remains committed to fostering foundational literacy and nurturing a passion for multiliteracies, including reading, writing, and artistic expression. One of the flagship events that supports this goal is the annual Young Authors’ Conference.
Now in its 46th year, the Young Authors’...
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Story provided by Chelsea Isenor, Director of Communications and Board Administration
Last week, the Kamloops-Thompson School District celebrated the 38th annual Young Artists’ Conference—a vibrant showcase of creativity, talent, and passion from students in Grades 4 through 7.
Since 1987, the Young Artists’ Conference has provided a unique opportunity for students to share their artistic voices, engage in hands-on workshops, and connect with professional...
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