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The Indigenous Leadership Group at Laurie Middle School proudly raised funds to support the Cranbrook Food Bank and help families in the community. Through monthly hot dog sales, the group raised $1,...
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StrongStart opens in the beautiful new facility at Steeples Elementary on January 5, 2026. Come check it out!!!
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A big thank you goes out to Kase, who went hunting, harvested a deer and generously brought in some of the meat. With his contribution, the Laurie Middle School Alternative Learning Class, run by Mr....
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The Annual 2025 Metis Flag Raising Event at MBSS was another great success. The Warriors Leadership class stepped up to lead this event. The speeches were amazing! Dignitaries, Elders, guests, and stu...
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Mount Baker EAP students were learning bouldering and top rope climbing techniques at Arq Climbing Gym. In December, the EAP students will pass on these skills to students from Kootenay Orchards Eleme...
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The December Holiday Edition of Learning Together is available now!
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Last week students in the MBSS EAP Program explored in the Hughes Range, along the 5 passes trail. They had three days of glorious sun and loads of huckleberries. Highlights were seeing Dibble glacier...
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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 MoreThe Indigenous Leadership Group at Laurie Middle School proudly raised funds to support the Cranbrook Food Bank and help families in the community. Through monthly hot dog sales, the group raised $1,...
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