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A curated collection of happenings across SD8 schools and worksites that embodies the district's five strategic priorities.

For fire prevention week, we were fortunate enough to get a visit from the Nelson Fire Department. Students learned about fire safety and what to do in case of a fire at home. An important reminder to families is to anually change your batteries in your home smoke detectors.
Check out some of our fun pictures of students who were randomly picked to go up on the fire ladder.

Blewett Elementary School commemorated Truth and Reconciliation last week. There were many engaging discussions, lessons, and activities throughout the school. During our whole school assembly we were honoured to have our guests, Lyric and Miles, perform some of their traditional dances.
Click on this link to learn more and see some amazing photos.

A curated collection of happenings across SD8 schools and worksites that embodies the district's five strategic priorities.

A warm welcome to students and families to the beginning of the 2026-2027 school year.

A curated collection of happenings across SD8 schools and worksites that embodies the districts' five strategic priorities: lifelong learners, connected learners, caring and inclusive learning culture, cultural and identity development, career development.

A curated collection of happenings across SD8 schools and worksites that embodies the districts' five strategic priorities: lifelong learners, connected learners, caring and inclusive learning culture, cultural and identity development, career development.

At Blewett Elementary School we take pride in the many options for students outside of the regular curriculum. Here are some great pics of the recent basketball tournament at Hume school. Thanks to Mr. Hammerich for organizing this district event for teams from around the district and to Mr. Wheeler for coaching. Students also participate in a variety of clubs at recess such as our chess club. See pictures below.

A curated collection of happenings across SD8 schools and worksites that embodies our five strategic priorities: lifelong learners, connected learners; caring and inclusive learning culture, cultural and identity development, and career development.

Pictured here is Ms. Nelson with some of her students in front of our school's tower garden.