All schools will be closed today, December 17, 2025. The majority of our school buildings are currently without power, which has left our sites without heat or internal lighting. At many locations, the security shutters cannot be raised without power, further limiting visibility and access to natural light within the classrooms. Given the intensity of the wind and the scale of … [Read more...] about Dec 17 2025 School Closure All SD 42 Schools
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‘A community and a family’: SD42 Interdisciplinary Arts Academy goes beyond musical theatre
Inside Garibaldi Secondary’s theatre, three students stand at the front of the stage. The curtains open behind them and the audience is transported to a small Greek island, as the first notes of a musical number ring out. “We are rehearsing for this year’s show, Mamma Mia!” said Sharmila Miller, director of the SD42 Interdisciplinary Arts (IA) Academy. “The production star … [Read more...] about ‘A community and a family’: SD42 Interdisciplinary Arts Academy goes beyond musical theatre
Inclement Weather Procedure
Inclement Weather: The decision whether or not to close schools due to inclement weather conditions is the responsibility of the Superintendent who must balance safety with the need to provide learning. The Superintendent will use their best judgment to make a school closure decision. The decision making process is complicated by the fact that weather conditions can vary … [Read more...] about Inclement Weather Procedure
Garibaldi Secondary now fully accredited International Baccalaureate Middle Years Program school
Garibaldi Secondary is now fully certified to offer the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP), an innovative curriculum that gives students the chance to think critically and direct their own learning. The designation follows a five-year accreditation process and makes Garibaldi one of only three schools in the province to offer both the MYP for grades 8 to … [Read more...] about Garibaldi Secondary now fully accredited International Baccalaureate Middle Years Program school