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No More Independent Reading Without Support
At one of our recent professional development sessions, Mr. Murray presented staff with the research and strategies presented by Debbie Miller, in her book No More Independent Reading Without Support. In her book, she stresses the need, especially now, for children to have structured time with eyes on text (reading). In many classrooms, reading instruction…
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Book Club – A Way to Bring Readers Together
During the month of November, Mr. Murray, with support of the PAC, purchased copies of the novel “Freak The Mighty”, and invited students and staff to participate. Twenty students and five staff participated. We read the book on our own and then came together to talk about the book. We met as a group at…
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Grades 1-12 Registration Opens January 1, 2026
Online registration for new students entering Grades 1–12 in the 2026/27 school year opens on January 1, 2026. Richmond residents can complete the online form and submit an application for the 2026/27 school year. Once the registration form is submitted, a staff member will contact the parent(s)/legal guardian(s) to discuss the next steps. Our Central…
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Public Board Meeting – Wednesday, December 10
The Richmond Board of Education will hold its regular public meeting tonight, Wednesday, December 10, starting at 7 p.m. Members of the public are invited to attend in person at the School Board Office (7811 Granville Avenue, 1st Floor Boardroom) or join the meeting online via Zoom. Register to attend via Zoom: https://sd38.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_6APQhd3TTaezOAeH14fM5A After registering,…
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Week at a Glance (WAAG) Dec 8 – 12
Attachments WAAG Dec 8 – 12.pdf
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Leadership and Management Staff Day of Recognition – December 5
On December 5, 2025, we take this opportunity to recognize our leadership and management staff who support the work of our district each day. Their ability to keep our shared work moving forward is an important part of maintaining strong learning and working environments across the district. They play an important role in creating the…
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Inclement Weather: School Closure Notifications
The Richmond School District is committed to ensuring the safety of students and staff during severe weather conditions. The district will assess weather conditions early in the morning and will aim to determine any school closures or delayed openings by 6:30 a.m. The decision will be based on factors such as road conditions, snowfall accumulation, and overall…
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Parent Education Session: Late French Immersion
The Richmond School District offers Late French Immersion beginning in Grade 6 at James Whiteside and John Diefenbaker Elementary schools. A virtual information session will be provided to share details about this program. Topics will include:• Program Overview• Student Experiences• Registration Process• Frequently Asked Questions Date: Wednesday, December 3, 2025Time: 6 p.m.Location: Virtual via Microsoft Teams Meeting ID: 229…
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When Should Your Child Stay Home?
As busy parents, it is not always easy to tell when you should keep your child home from school, and it is not always convenient. Below are guidelines that we use to determine when your child should stay home. If your child has tested positive for Covid-19 or measles. If your child has a fever…
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Public Board Meeting – Wednesday, November 19
The Richmond Board of Education will hold its regular public meeting tonight, Wednesday, November 19, starting at 7 p.m. Members of the public are invited to attend in person at the School Board Office (7811 Granville Avenue, 1st Floor Boardroom) or join the meeting online via Zoom. Register to attend via Zoom: https://sd38.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ohiH8rn_ScaG_SA_mV014AAfter registering, you…