Education

Campbell River School District mourns trustee David Harper

School District 72 Wylie Henderson - October 6, 2026

Harper was elected to the school board in 2022 after spending more than 30 years working in public education.

Campbell River grads recognized for academic excellence

School District 72 Wylie Henderson - September 8, 2026

The Campbell River School District is celebrating two graduates whose academic achievements have earned them the Governor General's Academic Medal.

First bells of 2026-27 school year draw near

Education Wylie Henderson - September 7, 2026

Students throughout Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast are returning for the 2026-27 school year Tuesday, Sept. 8 and Wednesday, Sept. 9.

Carihi gym restoration moves into construction phase

School District 72 Sage Daniels - September 3, 2026

School District 72 says demolition at Carihi Secondary School’s gym has been completed and restoration work has moved into the construction phase.

SD 72 offers back to school tips for parents and students

School District 72 Wylie Henderson - August 26, 2026

School District 72 says most students will return Wednesday, Sept. 9, although start and dismissal times will vary by school and grade.

Majority of B.C. teachers concerned AI is impacting critical thinking skills, finds survey

Education Emily Joveski - August 21, 2026

The B.C. Teachers' Federation said educators need a bigger voice in shaping school AI policies as teachers raise concerns about the technology's effects on students.

SD72 moving ahead with work at Carihi Secondary

School District 72 Sage Daniels - June 24, 2026

School District 72 said work is moving ahead at Carihi Secondary School in Campbell River after the province approved funding for the A-wing rebuild and gym repairs.