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Story provided by Chelsea Isenor, Director of Communications and Board Administration
The Day of Sucwentwécw (Acknowledging One Another) is an annual initiative unique to the Kamloops-Thompson School District. Held on April 7 each year, Day of Sucwentwécw recognizes and celebrates the Secwépemc People (Secwepemcúl’ecw) and other Indigenous people residing within Secwépemc Territory.
This year’s Day of Sucwentwécw theme, "Wenecwtsín – Speaking...
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Dear Staff, Parents, and Caregivers,
Nominations for the 2026 Owl Award for Excellence in Public Education close on April 20, 2026.
The Owl Award is one of the Kamloops‑Thompson School District’s highest honours recognizing outstanding, system‑wide contributions to public education. Now in its ninth year, this prestigious award celebrates individuals and groups whose sustained dedication has had a meaningful and lasting impact on students, schools, and the broader...
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Story provided by Taqueesha Lightfoot, Kamloops Thompson Honour Choir Manager
The Kamloops Thompson Honour Choir (KTHC) has had a very busy start to the spring season. This year, the choir includes 55 students in Grades 4–9 from schools across the Kamloops-Thompson School District, who rehearse weekly with their teachers, Mrs. Froese and Ms. Alpaugh.
The KTHC had an incredibly successful year at the Kamloops Festival of the Performing Arts (KFPA) which took place...
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Dear Parents, Caregivers, and Staff,
I hope everyone enjoyed a restful and refreshing Spring Break and had time to connect with family, friends, and loved ones. As we move into the final stretch of the school year, I am grateful for the energy and optimism that spring brings to our schools and community.
My first few months as Superintendent have been filled with learning, listening, and meaningful connections. I have been warmly welcomed across the district, and I want...
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Story provided by Chelsea Isenor, Director of Communications & Board Administration
After five months apart, the Westmount Elementary school community is back together again at their beloved neighborhood school.
On Monday, March 30, 2026, staff and students returned to their school for the first time since the fire on October 26, 2025, temporarily closed the building. From the moment the hallways and playground filled with laughter and familiar faces, it was clear...
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