<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Do you have a child who will start kindergarten in September 2026? Watch our </span><a href="https://sd83bcca.sharepoint.com/:v:/g/IQDTf-RDHf8sTp8k8_yymuNUAV9xZPc-gthl59evvTlnEEQ?nav=eyJyZWZlcnJhbEluZm8iOnsicmVmZXJyYWxBcHAiOiJTdHJlYW1XZWJBcHAiLCJyZWZlcnJhbFZpZXciOiJTaGFyZURpYWxvZy1MaW5rIiwicmVmZXJyYWxBcHBQbGF0Zm9ybSI6IldlYiIsInJlZmVycmFsTW9kZSI6InZpZXcifX0%3D&amp;e=e6OccW" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Kindergarten Information Session video</strong></b></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> to learn more about Kindergarten!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Registration for kindergarten and our programs of choice – French Immersion and Outdoor Learning – </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">opened at 9 a.m. on</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wednesday, January 14, 2026</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">,&nbsp;and will remain open throughout the school year. We can’t wait to welcome you and your child to SD83!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">All kindergarten registrations submitted on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, were treated equally, eliminating the need for line-ups that day.&nbsp;Registrations received after January 14, 2026, will be date and time stamped and processed on a first-come, first-served basis. This information will be used to determine placement if&nbsp;catchment area schools or programs of choice reach full capacity. Priority will be given to students with siblings already registered in a program of choice (French Immersion or Outdoor Learning), should space become limited.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Parents interested in the </span><a href="/go/3e823442-8315-5da2-8c27-5c79af37ea27" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" data-permalink="" class="editor-link"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Early French Immersion</strong></b></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> program at Bastion Elementary are invited to register at Bastion Elementary. If you have any questions, please contact </span><a href="/sys/api/forms?structure_id=f6ec16f4-8277-4b9f-b9e3-00c5c6db4bd5&amp;to=ece27ba12ccf396d110f2fcb0b511263a2550c8de1bdde1109fe87151c0f93f169b50cd055c3a401d61e4b31ecfe84" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Rita Tedesco</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Parents interested in registering their child in the </span><a href="https://sca.sd83.bc.ca/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">South Canoe Outdoor Learning Program</strong></b></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> are invited to register at South Canoe School. This is open to parents of children in Kindergarten to Grade 8 who are considering the program, not just kindergarten-aged children. If you have any questions, please contact </span><a href="/sys/api/forms?structure_id=f6ec16f4-8277-4b9f-b9e3-00c5c6db4bd5&amp;to=b79894942225acf617a4e9efbba932b159ea46efd53ae85b1864a1d694d59a6c7667e128471ffd37d619455b7e" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Sandra Major</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.sd83.bc.ca/registration" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Registration </span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">must be completed at your child’s catchment school, which is determined by your physical address, or at a specialty school such as Bastion for Early French Immersion or South Canoe for Outdoor Learning. To access our catchment School Locator tool or learn more about our specialty schools, visit the </span><a href="https://www.sd83.bc.ca/registration" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">District Registration webpage</strong></b></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Online registration is also available. To register online, please contact the school you are registering at for their link.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you have any questions about the kindergarten registration process, please contact Director of Instruction and Early Years, </span><a href="/sys/api/forms?structure_id=f6ec16f4-8277-4b9f-b9e3-00c5c6db4bd5&amp;to=def494fc49ee7fe5595e0a03746e82a1d5c035508a431466a0f8c63201270999b4c11780ae9e20b2b77e956fc27ca2" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Jen Findlay</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Elementary schools include:</span><br><a href="https://aes.sd83.bc.ca/" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Armstrong Elementary</span></a><a href="mailto:aes@sd83.bc.ca" target="_blank" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">– (250) 546-8778</span><br><a href="https://bas.sd83.bc.ca/" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Bastion Elementary</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;– includes English Kindergarten &amp; Early French Immersion program – (250) 832-3741</span><br><a href="https://car.sd83.bc.ca/" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Carlin Elementary Middle</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;– (250) 835- 4520</span><br><a href="https://fal.sd83.bc.ca/" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Falkland Elementary</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;– (250) 379-2320</span><br><a href="https://gri.sd83.bc.ca/" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grindrod Elementary</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;– (250) 838-7579</span><br><a href="https://hpe.sd83.bc.ca/" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Highland Park Elementary</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;– (250) 546-8723</span><br><a href="https://hil.sd83.bc.ca/" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Hillcrest Elementary</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;– (250) 832-7195</span><br><a href="https://mvb.sd83.bc.ca/" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">M.V. Beattie Elementary</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;– (250) 838-6434</span><br><a href="https://nca.sd83.bc.ca/" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">North Canoe Elementary</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;– (250) 832-4950</span><br><a href="https://nsh.sd83.bc.ca/" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">North Shuswap Elementary</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;– (250) 955-2214</span><br><a href="https://par.sd83.bc.ca/" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Parkview Elementary</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;– (250) 836-2871</span><br><a href="https://ran.sd83.bc.ca/" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Ranchero Elementary</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;– (250) 832-7018</span><br><a href="https://saw.sd83.bc.ca/" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Salmon Arm West Elementary</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;– (250) 832-3862</span><br><a href="https://scr.sd83.bc.ca/" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Silver Creek Elementary&nbsp;</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">– (250) 832-8282</span><br><a href="https://sor.sd83.bc.ca/" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Sorrento Elementary&nbsp;</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">– (250) 675-2311</span><br><a href="https://sbr.sd83.bc.ca/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">South Broadview</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;– (250) 832-2167</span><br><a href="https://sca.sd83.bc.ca/" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">South Canoe Outdoor Learning </span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">– (250) 832-3122</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/503e0712-6c00-40b4-987a-54ed2bee649e" alt="Kindergarten Registration is Open (Websites)" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p>

<h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Monthly Mindful Moment: Behaviour as Communication</strong></b></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Understanding that "all behaviour is communication" can help parents better understand their child's needs and respond effectively, leading to improved communication and stronger relationships. Behaviour is a way for children to express themselves. Parents can address underlying issues and teach more positive communication skills. This is consistent for all ages (even adults!).</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">To download the PDF, click the following link:</span><a href="/documents/9ce3955d-2ec2-42f2-bd82-1c5ce6ad413e/Behaviour-as-Communication.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Behaviour as Communication</strong></b></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. </span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">To access the videos by Dan Siegl, click on the following links: </span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZcDLzppD4Jc" target="_blank" rel="noopener" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Name It To Tame It</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> and </span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gm9CIJ74Oxw" target="_blank" rel="noopener" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Hand Brain Model</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/4f7c8059-0187-4109-83d9-78bc3293ca75" alt="Communication as Behaviour" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p>

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Are you a parent or caregiver of a child aged three to five years old? Please join us at your neighbourhood school for a free early learning event!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Over the next several months, Ready, Set, Learn events will be taking place. Ready, Set, Learn is a fun, play-based event with activities, snacks, and a story. Every child will receive free books and a bag of resources to support their early learning experiences. This event offers families and caregivers an opportunity to connect with their local school, educators, and community resources.</span></p><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/2a3e190f-d2ad-5e11-b458-f7053a8bf623" alt="" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block;float:left"></p></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/c48feb11-959d-5d68-9d20-fc7e2ae0034e" alt="" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p></div></div><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/8e8d90af-735d-5915-a6a8-861d3f036043" alt="" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/c3cd71b1-9662-5234-8e6a-a0c7e1f79ea2" alt="" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p></div></div><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">You are invited to locate the school closest to you and register for their Ready, Set, Learn event (dates can be found at the bottom of this page). Families and caregivers are encouraged to</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> pre-register</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> with the school to ensure there are enough books and resources for everyone.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Not sure which school is your catchment area school?&nbsp;</span><a href="https://mybaragar.com/index.cfm?event=page.SchoolLocatorPublic&amp;DistrictCode=BC83" target="_blank" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Click here.</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Ready, Set, Learn events are places of connection where </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">children, families, community support providers, and schools </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">come together to engage in</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> playful early learning experiences</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. These events connect to goals in SD83’s Strategic Plan by providing children with opportunities to develop foundational literacy and numeracy skills (Intellectual Development), welcoming and connecting children to peers and supportive adults in both community and school (Human and Social Development), and strengthening school and community partnerships (Community Partnership Development). They also exemplify our key value of Belonging. In K̓wsaltktnéws ne Secwepemcúl’ecw, we all belong and we are all connected.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/963af2d0-fa20-4293-8adc-057436de8791" alt="Ready Set Learn 2026 Pg 1" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/31821f1f-1f87-4d02-9fed-efc34ff78e7c" alt="Ready Set Learn 2026 Pg 2" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p>