We are lucky to have amazing facilities and equipment available for our learning community.
Isabella Dicken Elementary School was officially opened January 14, 1966 as a primary school.
An outline of important school dates.
Our ÉIDES Code of Cooperation is based on the growth, development, and respect for self and others.
A new Growth Plan for the 2025-26 school year to direct our attention to support our students.
Programs and initiatives focused on incorporating Indigenous perspectives, knowledge, and cultural practices.
All about composting at EIDS
School counselling is designed as a resource for students, their families, and educators.
Ready, Set, Learn is all about providing good information about how to support a young child’s early learning.
The Sound Connections program utilizes poems, songs, characters and actions to our Kindergarten students.
Youth Care workers strive to create a culture of belonging, acceptance, and inclusion within our school
we enjoy state of the art technology to enhance instruction and student learning.
We are excited to welcome your child to Kindergarten at ÉIDES!
Educational programs offering instruction in French to promote bilingualism and cultural understanding.
StrongStart provides an opportunity for parents and caregivers to share in their child's early learning experiences.
All of our Grade Six students participate in Band, which takes place at Fernie Secondary School in the Band room.
Detailed records of the Parent Advisory Council (PAC) meetings.
A guide detailing the school's policies, procedures, and expectations for students, parents, and staff.
Regular updates from out school featuring news and important announcements.
Lists of required supplies for students.
Resources to local organizations, services, and opportunities that support and engage the community.
School District No. 5 Southeast Kootenay welcomes families and students to our School District.
Information and updates on sports programs, events, and activities for students.
Showcase of student projects, academic achievements and learning experiences.
Guidelines outlining expected behavior and collaborative principles for students.
An event honoring Terry Fox, featuring a community-run to raise funds and awareness for cancer.
Students participate in the Bike Roadeo where they learn about bike safety and practice their biking skills.
Promoting physical fitness and heart health through jump rope activities
Over 600 students and staff from K-6 at IDES gathered to learn, dance, sing and celebrate World Down Syndrome day. EIDES staff and students wearing the t-shirts designed by Nicola Mitchel featuring artwork of student Grace Paetzold, posing in front of "Rock Your Socks tower" created by leadership club and classes from grades k-6. Proceeds from T-shirt sales generated over $900 donation to Elk Valley Special Olympics.
