Conserving energy, reducing emissions a priority at SD35
November 15, 2023The Langley School District is dedicated to creating a culture of energy conservation through investment in energy efficient technology, awareness, education and facility upgrades. The District has made this commitment to reducing carbon emissions in order to leave a positive legacy for the future, as explained in Administrative Procedure 546. “The District takes it as…
Read moreRemembrance Day Across the District
November 10, 2023Students and staff across the Langley School District spent time this week remembering, honouring and learning about Canadian veterans and the roles they have played in our country’s history and in shaping our future. At Blacklock Fine Arts Elementary, students have spent time learning about Canada’s roles in past wars and imagining what life must…
Read moreHonouring Indigenous Veterans Across the Country
November 7, 2023With Remembrance Day being observed Saturday, Nov. 11, this week is a time for solemn reflection and appreciation for Canada’s veterans as well as those who continue to serve this country. As well, National Indigenous Veterans Day is Nov. 8, so this week also provides Canadians an opportunity to honour Indigenous veterans and learn about…
Read moreSD35 Employees Support “Take Our Kids to Work Day”
November 2, 2023There were some new faces at the Langley School Board Office on Wednesday. Many grade 9 students have accompanied their parents or guardians to work and taken on roles as staff for the day as part of “Take Our Kids to Work Day.” The initiative aims to give students the opportunity to learn and explore…
Read moreBuilding Community on Halloween
November 1, 2023Black and pink seemed to be the colours of the season for this Halloween. There were the traditional costumes like ghosts and pirates, but Barbie and the Adams Family inspired outfits were trending all over the District. The themed clothing along with activities and parties helped bring connection and build community in schools and District…
Read morePotential Catchment Changes LSS Family of Schools: Elementary
October 30, 2023The District together with elementary schools in the Langley Secondary School family of schools would like to share information about potential catchment changes. This information is of particular interest to families and students who attend Nicomekl Elementary and Douglas Park Elementary. However, the District welcomes all families in the Langley Secondary family of schools to…
Read moreBoard Meeting: October 24, 2023
October 23, 2023Agenda Superintendent’s Reports Boundary Change Process Superintendent Mal Gill provided a brief overview of the growth seen in the Langley Secondary family of schools. He introduced Assistant Superintendent Lisa Lainchbury who provided a more detailed picture of the growth and the rationale for a potential boundary catchment change in elementary schools in the Langley Secondary…
Read morePracticing Emergency Preparedness in Langley Schools
October 20, 2023Drop, cover, and hold on! Students and staff across the Langley School District dropped to the floor and curled up under their desks on Thursday as part of the provincewide Great ShakeOut. The Great ShakeOut is an annual earthquake drill at 10:19 am, or at some point in the school’s schedule for that day. This…
Read moreSupporting Our Community During Global Events
October 12, 2023Dear Parents/Guardians, Students and Staff, The District acknowledges there are events around the world that are impacting our students, staff, and families. We understand that we are living in a complex time, and that some of our families may have direct connections to these events, and/or may have had similar lived experiences in the past…
Read moreListening, learning for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
October 4, 2023Last week was one of learning and reflection across the Langley School District, as students and staff spent time listening and furthering their knowledge about Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, which was observed Sept. 30. Orange Shirt Day, which was started 10 years ago and has become an annual…
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