Welcome Back!
We are excited to welcome everyone to the 2024-25 school year!
More information is available here:
Preparing for School Start-up
It's less than a week until students head back to school. A huge shout out to our facilities staff for working through the summer to get our school buildings and sites ready for an amazing year! From new outdoor learning areas to ensuring safe spaces, your dedication and positive impact are appreciated by everyone in our district community.
By-Election Advance Voting Begins
By-election advance voting begins Wednesday, September 4 from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm at the District Administration Centre at 395 Wakesiah. More information is available here.
General election day for the local by-election for school trustee will take place on Saturday, September 14, 2024 from 8:00am until 8:00pm at various locations. There will also be advanced and special voting opportunities.
There are two trustee candidates:
- BROWN, Joan
- HARRIS, Tim
Roots of Empathy
Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools is looking for families with a newborn to join the Roots of Empathy program, an inspiring initiative designed to foster empathy and understanding in our community.
Roots of Empathy brings together parents, their babies and local schools to create meaningful connections and teach children about empathy, emotional intelligence and social responsibility. As a participant, you'll have the opportunity to share your parenting journey and watch as young students learn and grow through your baby's experiences.
Interested in making a lasting difference in children's lives in your community? Contact us today, email dmcgonigle@sd68.bc.ca or visit https://rootsofempathy.org/family/
Ignite 2024 - Nature Nurture
You're invited to a special event that brings together our community's most talented local artists in support of a great cause. IGNITE2024 is a non-profit mental health awareness fundraiser gala, held at the Vancouver Island Conference Centre on Saturday, September 14, 2024. The fundraiser aims to raise $100,000 for two vital programs dedicated to helping vulnerable and at-risk youth within the community!
Mariners Volleyball Club Fall Training
The Mariners Volleyball Club is reaching out to let you know about the 2024 Fall Youth Programming for students in Grades 3-7. The fall train and play volleyball program kicks off the third week of September and runs until the third week in November.
Stock the Lockers 2024
The Nanaimo-Ladysmith Schools Foundation is looking for donations to help children affected by poverty. The Foundation is accepting donations until September 15, 2024.
Your donation will help students with school supplies, clothing and shoes, medical and dental fees, glasses, breakfast and lunches, grad, field trip and athletic fees and much more. Please consider donating if you're able.