News & Announcements

November 8th is Indigenous Veterans Day. It is a time to remember and commemorate the stories and contributions of Indigenous veterans in wars and conflicts past and present. It also serves as a reminder of the struggles and inequality they faced upon returning home to Canada. To learn more, please check out some resources by clicking on the headline of this news story.

Check out a helpful infographic that provides important information about the Student & Family Affordability Fund.

The month is about raising awareness for adoption and permanency in British Columbia and celebrating the families that provide children and youth with love and support as permanent members of their families. Check out some online resources and support services that can help families who are considering adoption by clicking on the headline.

Halloween is a favourite holiday for many children. But after the fun of trick or treating is over, how do we approach all the leftover sweets? Involving children in managing their Halloween treats can actually be a great learning opportunity for them to regulate their own eating and support a healthy relationship with food. Learn more by checking out this info sheet from VCH.

each year, the Board of Education will submit a report called Framework for Enhancing Student Learning to the Ministry of Education? This report details educational outcomes for students and information relating to the district’s continuous improvement for increased student achievement. Learn more by clicking on the headline.

The preliminary election results have been released, please check out the elected Board of Education for School District No. 48 for the next four-year term (2022-2026).

October 5th marks World Teachers' Day and this year's theme is “The transformation of education begins with teachers.” SD48 would like to send a heartfelt thank you to our teachers for the dedication and support they provide to our learners. Today, we celebrate you! #WorldTeachersDay2022

As per the Premier's statement earlier this afternoon, schools will be closed on Monday, September 19th, 2022, in honour of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II's funeral service. Schools will re-open for regular instruction on Tuesday, September 20th, 2022.

In preparation for the upcoming 2022 – 2023 school year, I wanted to let you know what next week will look like at Blackwater Creek. I would like to extend a warm welcome to our new students and parents, and a welcome back to our returning students and families. I look forward to working with all of you to make this a great year of learning for your children.

Check out our Back to School Package for the 2022-2023 year. Please see welcome messages from our Board Chair and Superintendent of Schools and need-to-know information about our school district.