School District 8

Salmo Elementary

Salmo Elementary School is a mindful community school where students use Caring, Commitment to Learning, Creativity, Common Sense and Calm to empower themselves to embrace challenge and change, foster mutual respect and responsibility, and appreciate and care for their world.

Upcoming Events

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Aug

B.C. Day

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Sep

Labour Day

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Sep

First Day of School

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Sep

International Day of Literacy

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Sep

Orange Shirt Day

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Oct

World Mental Health Day

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Oct

International Day of the Girl Child

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Jul

Canada Day

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Jul

Canada Day

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News & Blogs

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June 12, 2025

Board Highlights - June 10, 2025

An overview of discussion items and major decisions of the Board of Education of School District No. 8 (Kootenay Lake).

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June 9, 2025

A Walk Through the Halls of Salmo Elementary

Enjoy some images of artwork and designs adorning the hallways in Salmo Elementary this past May.

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June 2, 2025

Superintendent's Report - June 2025

Read about and see great images of student learning across SD8. A special congratulations to all SD8 graduates and their families.

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May 15, 2025

Board Highlights - May 13, 2025

Read an overview of discussion items and major decisions of the Board of Education of School District No. 8 (Kootenay Lake), including reports, budget information and more. The next Meeting of the Board held in Public is scheduled for June 10, 2025.

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May 7, 2025

Superintendent's Report - May 2025

Read about student participation in the recent federal election, fabulous bus drivers and firefighters who support children, the 2025 SD8 Youth Pow Wow and more...

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April 22, 2025

L.V.R. Student Named 2025 Loran Scholar

L.V. Rogers Secondary student and Salmo resident Corben Mikol has been named a 2025 Loran Scholar. He is one of 36 exceptional youth from more than 6,000 applicants across Canada and one of only 6 students in B.C.

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April 10, 2025

Board Highlights - April 8, 2025

An overview of discussion items and major decisions of the Board of Education of School District No. 8 (Kootenay Lake). A great way to quickly scan through topics important to families, students, education partners and communities.

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April 1, 2025

Superintendent's Report - April 2025

In this edition, learn more about outdoor learning, scholarships, kindergarten registration and our new School Messenger app.

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March 13, 2025

Board Highlights - March 11, 2025

An overview of discussion items and major decisions of the Board of Education of School District No. 8 (Kootenay Lake). For meeting agendas/minutes and a schedule of upcoming board meetings, read the Highlights!

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March 6, 2025