The Ministry of Education has announced important updates on B.C.’s new curriculum, including  the Foundation Skills Assessments (FSA) written in grades 4 and 7.  Please take a look at the attached letter from Education Minister Mike Bernier. 
Letter from Education Minister

Tonight’s PAC meeting has been reschedule to Tuesday November 29, 2016 in the library.
Thank you for your understanding!

The Ministry of Education in partnership with School District #59 is hosting a: 
COMMUNITY MEETING ON STUDENT PROGRESS & REPORTING
November 24, 2016 in Dawson Creek 
You are invited!
Together with educators, the Government of British Columbia is developing a new reporting approach for students in kindergarten to Grade 9,

You are invited to attend an Open House to view the Residential Construction Homes built by School District #60 students and local trade groups.

Please join us on Saturday, November 5 between 1:00 – 4:30 p.m.

Take a look at our October newsletter to see all the exciting things happening at DKMS!
October 2016 Newsletter

Read the letter below and come to the meeting to find out!
You are invited to a meeting which will take place at 6:30pm on Tuesday, October 25th. We will discuss changes to the curriculum and upcoming changes to reporting student progress.

Have you heard of the Teal Pumpkin Project?
You can find out more here –>  Teal Pumpkin Project
Homes participating in the Teal Pumpkin Project offer non-food treats for trick-or-treaters who have food sensitivities or allergies.

Please come out to the 2016 Bazaar and Craft Sale!!
Saturday November 19th
9:30 am – 3:30 pm.
Dr. Kearney Gym
Show your support for the School District #60 Band Program!
For more information, please see the attached poster.

Please read the notice from Theresa Campbell (Safer Schools Together) and discuss this notice with your child(ren). Pay particular attention to reporting these threats and also to possible consequences for any participation in these threats. If you have questions,