The staff of Richard Bulpitt Elementary created a video parody of the Taylor Swift hit ‘Shake it off’ for the June assembly and the Bulldogs of Bulpitt. Principal Lucy Lenko calls them ‘amazing’ and it certainly is appreciated when staff go above and beyond to have some fun with the kids.

In the spring, Topham Elementary took on a ‘fish-on-the-fence’ project…with a Japanese twist! Students painted a koi fish and were given tips, ideas, and guidelines for their painting to reflect Topham’s Japanese connection (Topham hosts the Japanese Immersion Program). The fish have been carefully placed along the fence in a wave pattern utilizing a colourful…

On August 10, 2016 the Ministry of Education made an announcement that it has established a $14.7 million provincial fund to make bus transportation for resident BC students and their families more affordable and accessible. Langley’s portion of the provincial fund will enable the District to stop charging transportation fees to our students. Because of…

The District’s new Equestrian Academy will be located at Brookswood Secondary. Principal Marcello Moino says they are looking forward to welcoming the new students to the BSS community and noted that “with the geographical and social connections to Langley’s horse community, Brookswood is a natural choice for this Academy”. The ‘school within a school’ will…

At Walnut Grove Secondary School there’s a classroom outfitted with LED lights that run off a solar panel mounted on the roof of the school and it’s providing a great learning opportunity as well as some energy savings. Teacher Tim Stephenson stands at the head of the class delivering science lessons to students under dimmed…

Opening Presentations: DW Poppy Redhawk Drummers/Truth & Reconciliation Kwantlen Chief Marilyn Gabriel and Katzie Chief Susan Miller and special guests performed two songs for the Board of Education and spoke about the recent Truth and Reconciliation assemblies that have been taking place in schools around Langley in the past few weeks. Each school has confirmed…

The gala was held on June 5 on a glorious sunny day at Thunderbird Show Park during the National Cup Horse Jumping Competition. Featuring horses and riders from around the world, the equestrian event was one of the top three on the international circuit. Seated on the patio right next to the track, the 250…

Langley Schools teacher-librarian Alison Hewitt has been awarded the Val Hamilton Lifetime Achievement Award by the British Columbia Teacher-Librarians’ Association (BCTLA). The BCTLA recognizes the commitment and achievement of teacher-librarians who have made outstanding contributions to teacher-librarianship, school libraries, and the organization. This award is presented annually by the BCTLA for an outstanding, substantial and recognizable long-standing contribution to…

Desiree Chek-Harder was recognized as an Environmental Hero in the Youth category in the 10th annual ceremony. Started by Langley-Aldergrove MP Mark Warawa, the Environmental Hero awards are meant to recognize the work of those that give their time and energy to environmental stewardship in Langley. Desiree is very involved in the Fort Langley Community…

Friday May 7th the Langley School District celebrated and honoured the dedication of the many coaches and athletic directors who inspire and support our students through demonstration of the District’s Core Values of Integrity, Excellence, Courage & Community. The event was themed around Building a Lasting Legacy and began with a welcome and introductions from Acting…