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Cranbrook youth participated in a free drop-in program at Laurie Middle School this July and hung out with youth their age (no screens), crafting, playing in the gym and outside and making and eating ...
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🚌 Been on the Bus Before? You are Good to Go! If your child rode the bus with us last year, you can sit back and relax. There is no need to register again for this year! 🎒 New to the District or S...
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We’re open this summer! Looking for flexible learning options? Kootenay Discovery School is accepting registrations for K–12 online and blended programs. Register anytime—our team is here to help!
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Mr. Barlow worked with grade four student, Dave H., to build a beautiful table throughout the 2024/2025 school year. What an amazing project. Dave's father received the table as a late Father's Day gi...
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The Laurie Middle School Indigenous Leadership group raised $2,000 for the Cranbrook Food Bank. Congratulations!
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The local winners of the Heritage Fair are Brett from Parkland Middle with their project on Dieppe and Oliver from Amy Woodland/Laurie Middle School with their project on Canadian Inventions. These st...
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The District is excited to report that our crosswalk at the Board Office has been repainted. The crosswalk colours are beautiful and vibrant and are a symbol of inclusion, diversity, and belonging for...
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Cross Enrolment in courses for grades 10-12 is available for current learners in the District
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The Annual School Calendar for 2025/2026 has been adjusted. Please ensure you are using the calendar effective June 25, 2025
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2024-2028 Approved Strategic Plan Our Strategic Plan outlines the Board’s Mission, Vision, Values and Priorities for the District. "It is the map we follow (Vision), the vehicle we drive (Values) a...
Read MoreCranbrook youth participated in a free drop-in program at Laurie Middle School this July and hung out with youth their age (no screens), crafting, playing in the gym and outside and making and eating ...
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