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School District No. 73 (Kamloops-Thompson) and CUPE Local 3500 are thrilled to share that the district will be implementing a pilot Certified Education Assistant (CEA) In-House Certification Program that will launch in early 2026.
“Certified Educational Assistants are essential partners in creating safe, inclusive, and welcoming learning environments in schools across our district. They provide the individualized support students need to succeed and foster strong relationships...
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For updates from the regular meeting of the Board of Education, featuring Career Development, updates from the Employee Engagement and Accessibility committees, class size and composition report, Quartet 1 financial results, and more, read Board Notes here . 

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Story Provided by Lisa Yamaoka, SKSS Visual Arts Teacher
This year marks the 20th anniversary of the South Kamloops Secondary School (SKSS) Visual Arts Department’s annual calendar program. This year’s calendar artworks are inspired by the importance and beauty of our abundant water sources in Kamloops and the surrounding area.  
This fall, more than 50 visual art students embarked on a creative exploration of the vital role water plays in our...
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The Kamloops-Thompson Board of Education is pleased to announce that Mike St. John has been appointed as Superintendent of Schools and CEO of School District No. 73 (Kamloops-Thompson), starting in early 2026.
“The Board of Education is confident that Mr. St. John is the right leader for the future of our school district,” shared Board Chair Heather Grieve. “His extensive experience, instructional knowledge, inclusive leadership practice, and an unwavering...
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Presented by  Child and Youth Mental Health  Eating Disorder Clinicians
Join  Child and Youth Mental Health  Eating Disorder clinicians as they examine eating disorders, what they are and what you can do.
In this session, you will:
Examine what an eating disorder is
Review the signs and symptoms to watch for
Explore what to do and how to respond
Identify supports available in the community
This...
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