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@sd61schools
Greater Victoria School District
8 months
📢You can help inform initial 2025-26 Budget allocation suggestions which will be presented to the Board for consideration. Further in the budget development process, there will be more opportunities to provide richer feedback. Take the survey by Dec 14:
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@sd61schools
Greater Victoria School District
8 months
We wish everyone a safe morning and understand if power outages or other factors are affecting morning routines. Please notify the school of any student absences.
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@sd61schools
Greater Victoria School District
8 months
Thank you to all crews and emergency teams for their work to restore power to areas of our Vancouver Island region and for keeping our community safe.
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@sd61schools
Greater Victoria School District
8 months
⚠️💙Inclement Weather Update (Nov 20, 6:30am): .All schools remain open within the Greater Victoria School District. Should conditions change, the District website and social media channels will be updated.
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@sd61schools
Greater Victoria School District
8 months
Some areas of our District may be affected differently, with varying road conditions and potential power outages. Parents/caregivers decide if they feel comfortable sending children to school—please notify the school of any absences. Stay safe and updated:
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@sd61schools
Greater Victoria School District
8 months
⚠️🍃🌧️With strong winds and rain in our forecast tonight, we'd like to remind families of our inclement weather protocol. We will monitor conditions and aim to determine any closures by 6:30am. Updates are provided on our website and social media channels.
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@sd61schools
Greater Victoria School District
8 months
Flags throughout the district are at half-mast in memory of Mazina Giizhik (Murray Sinclair). His work to advance the rights of Indigenous Peoples and amplify the voices of residential school survivors won’t be forgotten. Our hearts are with those who are feeling this loss.💙
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@sd61schools
Greater Victoria School District
9 months
Power has now been restored to both schools. Thank you to BC Hydro and those who have addressed the issue.
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@sd61schools
Greater Victoria School District
9 months
Power has been restored to Esquimalt High.
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@sd61schools
Greater Victoria School District
9 months
Power outages continue to affect Esquimalt High and Craigflower Elementary. We thank those who are working to address the issue. We will provide an update when available or when the outage is resolved.
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@sd61schools
Greater Victoria School District
9 months
A beautiful Monday moment caught by Secretarial Clerk Lindsay Jenkins at View Royal Elementary. Wishing our school community a wonderful week of learning ahead! 🌈
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@sd61schools
Greater Victoria School District
9 months
RT @BCGovNews: Hindus, Sikhs, and Jains in BC and around the world are celebrating Diwali, marking the victory of good over evil and light….
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@sd61schools
Greater Victoria School District
9 months
RT @Esqhigh: S’up Bro! Esquimalt Staff were inspired by our awesome students for Halloween this Year! #HappyHalloween .
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@sd61schools
Greater Victoria School District
9 months
So grateful for our Indigenous Education Department Library team! Check out their newsletter and learn about Indigenous Veterans Day, Rock Your Mocs, National Inuit Day, and seasonal resources.
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Dr. Shelly Wilton
9 months
Please take a Moment to Read our Nov/ Dec 2024 IED library Newsletter @sd61schools ❤️🙌🏽
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@sd61schools
Greater Victoria School District
9 months
Our facilities team is the best! 💙.
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Sarah Winkler
9 months
@sd61schools Facilities team arrive before the light to fix a broken window. Not all hero’s wear capes but we are so grateful for their help. Thank you from @lifeatgeorgejay 💕
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@sd61schools
Greater Victoria School District
9 months
RT @BCGovNews: If you're heading out this Halloween, slow down and watch for trick-or-treaters. Talk to kids about safety before the excite….
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@sd61schools
Greater Victoria School District
9 months
Join @edplanbc for a virtual event on Nov 13! Parents/caregivers will learn about post-secondary education and career opportunities, and tools to best support students in planning for the future. Register: More info: support@educationplannerbc.ca
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@sd61schools
Greater Victoria School District
9 months
Wishing a wonderfully spooky week to all! If you are taking part in trick-or-treating, please stay safe:.🎃Wear visible clothing and use flashlights.🎃Travel in groups and stay on sidewalks.🎃Only approach lit houses and remain outside.🎃Check with an adult before eating treats
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@sd61schools
Greater Victoria School District
9 months
Thank you to the @vicpdcanada officers who responded to the incident at Central Middle School today. We are grateful for their expertise and quick response in providing support to the individual in distress and ensuring the safety of the school.
@vicpdcanada
Victoria Police
9 months
Within minutes, Patrol officers and members of the Greater Victoria Emergency Response Team (GVERT) were on scene. Officers quickly located the suspect, who appeared to be in a drug-induced state, in the school library. Read More:
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@sd61schools
Greater Victoria School District
9 months
Edit: the original post mentioned a "Hold & Secure," however the protocol that was initiated was a "Lockdown." More information on different emergency protocols:
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