Students compete in Fashion Technology competition
On February 22, 2024, Dover Bay Secondary School hosted the Fashion Technology competition at the regional level for Skills Canada. Skills Canada is a national organization that promotes various career opportunities for youth in the fields of trades and technologies.
The Central Vancouver Island Fashion Technology competition was open to secondary students from Nanaimo, Ladysmith and Powell River. A total of twelve students, ranging from Grade 9 to 12, represented Wellington Secondary, NDSS, Ladysmith Secondary and Dover Bay Secondary.
The students competed to sew a Moto style jacket with an asymmetrical zipper, collar and set in sleeves from denim fabric. The competitors prepared a fashion illustration and technical drawing of their proposed jacket design. The students had seven hours to construct the jacket completely while adhering to their fashion design and specific criteria. Textiles and Fashion Technology gives students the opportunity to explore creative design, critical thinking, pattern making, and sewing construction techniques in the field of garment manufacturing.
Congratulations to Eden Vanderkwaak (NDSS - Gr.11) – Gold; Hala Kishawi (NDSS - Gr.12) – Silver; and Dongeun Min (Wellington - Gr. 10) – Bronze.
DAC Closure
The District Administration Centre will be closed from Monday, March 11, 2024 until Friday, March 22, 2024, reopening on Monday, March 25, 2024. Should you have any payroll concerns, email payroll@sd68.bc.ca. The Facilities Department will be open. Enjoy spring break!
Governor General's History Award for Excellence in Teaching
Calling all teachers! Do you inspire your students with engaging history projects? The Governor General's History Award for Excellence in Teaching celebrates teachers who make Canadian history come alive in the classroom. Apply today to share your innovative practices and impactful approaches to teaching Canadian history.
Public Works Day 2024
The City of Nanaimo is hosting their annual Public Works Day on Wednesday, May 22, 2024. The day includes interactive displays and activities for students in Grades 4 and 5 to allow students to gain an understanding of the many services provided by the Engineering and Public Works Department. This year's theme is Advancing Quality of Life for All.
There will be approximately 17 different educational presentations and a 30-minute nutritional break. If your class is interested in participating, complete the School Information Sheet by April 5, 2025 and the Student Consent Form. If you are interested and have questions, email pw.secretary@nanaimo.ca or call David Thompson at 250 758-5222.
Education Committee Meeting
At the Education Committee Meeting on Wednesday, March 6, 2024, the committee received school presentations from Dover Bay Secondary and syuwen'ct Elementary about how these schools are supporting the Board's Goal: To be a leader in Environmental Stewardship and Sustainability. Acting Superintendent Laura Tait also presented updates to Administrative Procedure 249 - Animals in School Settings.
The Education Committee also recommended the Board of Education update the committee's current workplan to include a Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI) policy to replace the current Inclusion Policy. View the entire agenda here.
Business Committee Meeting
At the Business Committee Meeting on Wednesday, March 6, 2024, the committee recommended the Board of Education continue providing the before and after school care programs at Pleasant Valley and École Hammond Bay elementary schools, and support an additional 1-3 sites.
The Business Committee received updates on Feeding Futures, the Annual Facilities Grant Submission and the Paper Reduction Strategy. Secretary-Treasurer Mark Walsh also announced the deletion of Administrative Procedure 421 - Contract Labour. The entire agenda is available here.
Budget 2024-2025
As we work on developing the upcoming budget for the 2024-2025 school year, we would like to get your opinions and ideas of priorities we should consider. Please provide your input before Friday, March 15, 2024.
Learning with Syeyutsus
Join us for the next Learning with Syeyutsus Indigenous learning series featuring Author Christopher Teuton. On Wednesday, March27, 2024, Christopher's conversation will center on ancestral teachings informed by Ayetli gadogv "stand in the middle" a Cherokee perspective of the natural world shared amongst many generations.
If you would like a chance to win one of Christopher's book, please email communications@sd68.bc.ca. It could be you.