backtoschool

Around 60 students from 12 Central Okanagan schools took part in the First Lego League Challenge on Saturday at UBCO. (Jordy Cunningham/Capital News)

Central Okanagan students take part in Lego challenge at UBCO

12 teams from various schools took part in the competition

 

Peachland Elementary teacher Christi Ogg. (Submitted)

Peachland teacher picks up Prime Minister’s Award

Christi Ogg teaches grade one at Peachland Elementary

 

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School bus with kids on board caught speeding through school zone in Kelowna

Driver was given a written warning and call to their supervisor

 

Kelowna RCMP Constable Mike Della-Paolera engages with some kids ahead of the first day of school at Springvalley Elementary on Tuesday morning (Sept. 6) (Photo - Jordy Cunningham/Capital News)

School zone times extended, safety a priority as students return to class in Kelowna

School started across Kelowna on Tuesday, Sept. 6

Kelowna RCMP Constable Mike Della-Paolera engages with some kids ahead of the first day of school at Springvalley Elementary on Tuesday morning (Sept. 6) (Photo - Jordy Cunningham/Capital News)
RCMP are reminding motorists to travel with care through school zones and crosswalks as students return to the classrooms Sept. 6 and 7. (RCMP)

Okanagan motorists use caution as students return to school

B.C. RCMP sends out yearly reminder that school speed zones are back in effect as kids head to classes

RCMP are reminding motorists to travel with care through school zones and crosswalks as students return to the classrooms Sept. 6 and 7. (RCMP)
Returning students welcome new students and parents at UBCO on Sept. 4, 2022 for move-in day (Brittany Webster - Capital News)

Welcome home! Students move-in to dorm life at UBCO

New students will be able to participate in orientation activities Sept. 5

Returning students welcome new students and parents at UBCO on Sept. 4, 2022 for move-in day (Brittany Webster - Capital News)
Central Okanagan Public Schools administration is engaged in the start-up of classes for the 2022-23 school year, which begins on Tuesday, Sept. 6. (File photo)

COVID concerns diminish for new Central Okanagan school year

Two elementary schools reopened for 2022-23 school year

Central Okanagan Public Schools administration is engaged in the start-up of classes for the 2022-23 school year, which begins on Tuesday, Sept. 6. (File photo)
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Kelowna coffee shop helping teachers before heading back to school

The promotion runs on Sept. 2 and 3

(Photo - 350 Bakehouse Cafe/Facebook)
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Kelowna RCMP and School District urge back to school safety

School returns Tuesday, Sept 6

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(Black Press Media Creative)

No mask mandate for B.C. schools as province urges vaccination to curb COVID

Vaccination, regular health checks, and staying home when sick are the province’s recommendations

(Black Press Media Creative)
Avalynn Kwok, 4, walks with her dad, Manny Kwok, outside Lynn Valley Elementary School as her parents drop her off for her first day of kindergarten in North Vancouver on September 9, 2021. For years, Staples Canada has advertised back-to-school supplies to the tune of the “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year,” with parents eager to see their children return to class after a busy summer. But back-to-school supplies can quickly add up, and parents already feeling the crunch from a rising cost of living may need to strategize how they approach this shopping season. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck

Looking to save some money this back-to-school season? Here are some tips

Parents facing increased costs as they get the kids ready to return to class

Avalynn Kwok, 4, walks with her dad, Manny Kwok, outside Lynn Valley Elementary School as her parents drop her off for her first day of kindergarten in North Vancouver on September 9, 2021. For years, Staples Canada has advertised back-to-school supplies to the tune of the “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year,” with parents eager to see their children return to class after a busy summer. But back-to-school supplies can quickly add up, and parents already feeling the crunch from a rising cost of living may need to strategize how they approach this shopping season. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck
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Lake Country church hosting back-to-school giveaway

Families can enjoy some festivities while picking up new school supplies

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A school zone sign outside of Springvalley Middle and Elementary Schools in Kelowna. Drivers are asked to obey the speed limit when driving in the area during school hours. (Aaron Hemens/Capital News)

Kelowna RCMP reminds motorists to pay attention to school zones

School zones will be in effect every day from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. with a posted speed limit of 30 km/h.

A school zone sign outside of Springvalley Middle and Elementary Schools in Kelowna. Drivers are asked to obey the speed limit when driving in the area during school hours. (Aaron Hemens/Capital News)

Proof of vaccine for Central Okanagan students participating in extra-curriculars

Students would need vaccine certification in order to access non-essential public places

A group of West Kelowna and Peachland parents want increased access to school bus transportation for their kids. (File photo)

Parents demand Peachland, Westside students need a seat on school bus

Parents advocate for change to Central Okanagan School District mandate

A group of West Kelowna and Peachland parents want increased access to school bus transportation for their kids. (File photo)
The first in-person Central Okanagan Board of Education meeting in 18 months, the planning and facilities committee meeting, was held Sept. 1. (Barry Gerding - Black Press Media)

COVID protection remains for Central Okanagan students

New modifications added to Central Okanagan School District communicable disease plan

The first in-person Central Okanagan Board of Education meeting in 18 months, the planning and facilities committee meeting, was held Sept. 1. (Barry Gerding - Black Press Media)
Adhering to safety measures like masks, hand-washing, social distancing and staying home if you’re sick will reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission among children. (Black Press file photo)

B.C. Children’s Hospital says COVID-19 hospitalizations for children remain low

Hospitalizations have remained at about two per cent throughout the pandemic

Adhering to safety measures like masks, hand-washing, social distancing and staying home if you’re sick will reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission among children. (Black Press file photo)
British Columbia’s provincial flag flies on a flag pole in Ottawa, Friday July 3, 2020. An independent report has found systemic racism in a northern B.C. school board and calls for a province-wide investigation of the issue. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld

‘Clearly discriminatory and systemically racist’: Report on B.C. school board

‘I walk into a school and my chest tightens,’ one person said in the report

British Columbia’s provincial flag flies on a flag pole in Ottawa, Friday July 3, 2020. An independent report has found systemic racism in a northern B.C. school board and calls for a province-wide investigation of the issue. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld
Central Okanagan Public Schools administrative office in Kelowna. (File photo)

Mask mandate for Central Okanagan students not surprising: superintendent

Students will be wearing masks in class again this fall

Central Okanagan Public Schools administrative office in Kelowna. (File photo)
Willow Park Church and the Mennonite Central Committee (MCC) will be hosting a back to school giveaway on Sunday, Aug. 29 at the Willow Park Church parking lot from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Local Kelowna church to host back-to-school giveaway event for families

The church will be giving away free backpacks filled with essential school supplies

Willow Park Church and the Mennonite Central Committee (MCC) will be hosting a back to school giveaway on Sunday, Aug. 29 at the Willow Park Church parking lot from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.