Comox Valley Schools

Students from Cumberland Community School and Lake Trail Community School had a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience the history, culture and daily life of China during a cultural exchange during the school year.

From walking along the Great Wall and exploring the Forbidden City to staying with host families in Chengdu, visiting local schools and seeing giant pandas, every day brought something new.

The trip gave students an opportunity to build friendships, experience another culture firsthand and create memories they will carry with them for years to come.

Read the full story: https://www.comoxvalleyschools.ca/cumberland-and-lake-trail-students-experience-china-through-cultural-exchange/

We are excited that the new turf playing field at GP Vanier is just about ready for action! However, workers are putting the final few touches together as we near the start of the school year. It's important that everyone stay off the new field and surrounding construction site in the weeks ahead.

We look forward to sharing news about the opening date soon!

Thank you.

The new artificial turf field at G.P. Vanier Secondary School is nearing completion.

While turf installation is wrapping up, additional work and inspections are needed before the field can open safely. Until then, the site remains an active construction area. Please stay out of the fenced zone.

We’re targeting an early September opening for public use.

Learn more: https://ow.ly/iXtr50Zz8eO

Interested in making a difference in public education?

Comox Valley Schools is hosting a School Trustee Candidate Information Session for anyone interested in learning more about serving as an elected school trustee.

Join district staff to learn about:
The role of a school trustee
Time commitments and responsibilities
Board governance
The election process
Questions and answers

This session is a great opportunity to learn more and ask questions.

Wednesday, August 26, 2026
Time: 3 p.m.

School Board Office at 2488 Idiens Way, Courtenay

Please register below.

Visit www.comoxvalleyschools.ca/trustee-elections/ or scan the QR code in the poster to register.

Our team is growing, and we couldn't be more excited!
We're looking for talented HR professionals to join our amazing team in two open roles. If you're energized by meaningful work, collaborative partnerships, continuous learning, and helping people thrive, we'd love to connect with you.

What makes these opportunities special? You'll be joining a team of passionate HR professionals who genuinely care about each other, our employees, and the impact we have on the organization every day.

👉 View our current opportunities here:
https://www.makeafuture.ca/bc-schools-and-districts/comox-valley-school-district-no-71/

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School Board Office - Summer Hours

Please be advised that the School Board Office will be closed to the public from July 13 through August 14. During this period, access to the office will be by appointment only.

Happy Canada Day from Comox Valley Schools!

We hope you’re having a wonderful day.

Wishing everyone a safe and happy Canada Day.

The June edition of Board Business is now available from Comox Valley Schools.

This month’s newsletter highlights the district’s first Indigenous Graduation Celebration, the unveiling of Highland Secondary’s new logo, student innovation at the CodeQuest Arcade, and the achievements of a local student receiving one of Canada’s most prestigious STEM scholarships.

The newsletter also provides a summary of the June Board of Education meeting, including the Equity in Action report, governance and policy updates, capital planning priorities and the Spring District Progress Report.

As the school year comes to a close, we invite families, staff and community members to look back on the many accomplishments, celebrations and important conversations that have shaped the year.

Read the June Board Business newsletter here:
https://www.comoxvalleyschools.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/June-2026-Board-Business-1.pdf

As another school year comes to a close, Comox Valley Schools would like to thank our students, staff, families, volunteers and community partners for a year filled with learning, growth, achievement and connection.

We wish all students, families and staff a safe, restful and enjoyable summer break. We hope the weeks ahead provide time to relax, recharge and spend time with family and friends.

Please note the following summer hours for the School Board Office:

• The School Board Office will be closed to the public from July 13 through August 14.
• During this period, office access will be by appointment only.
• Staff expecting visitors are asked to coordinate directly with their guests to ensure they are met upon arrival and assisted with access to the building.

Thank you for being part of another memorable school year.

As the final graduation ceremony of the season, GP Vanier Secondary’s Class of 2026 brought another memorable year of celebrations to a close.

Under sunny skies and in front of a large crowd of family and friends, graduates made their traditional entrance onto the Exhibition Grounds field, led by the familiar sound of the pipers.

Congratulations to the graduates of GP Vanier Secondary. Your hard work, perseverance and accomplishments have brought you to this important milestone, and the entire Comox Valley Schools community is proud to celebrate with you.

We wish each of you success and happiness as you begin the next chapter of your journey!