<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The 2026-2027 school year calendar has been approved by the Board of Education and is now available for families to view and download. The calendar provides a full overview of the upcoming school year, including start and end dates, statutory holidays, non-instructional days, and school breaks.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The calendar can be accessed through the District’s website: </span><a href="https://www.sd83.bc.ca/documents/921adfa0-748d-4776-b72c-222bfb371a9d/SD83-2026-2027-School-Calendar.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20260316201307" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">2026-2027-Calendar.pdf</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The 2025-26 school year calendar is also available on the District's website: </span><a href="https://sd83.cmdesign.imagineeverything.com/documents/a2bb1ca8-9534-5841-8708-748fa43e6ca5/Final-SD83-2025-2026-Calendar.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217062028" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">2025-2026-Calendar.pdf</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> and </span><a href="https://sd83.cmdesign.imagineeverything.com/documents/a8a92ed3-ae23-5893-9dac-eb5db5f6ca62/2025-2026-School-District-Calendar-for-website-Oct-2025.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217062115" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">2025-2026-Calendar-Details.pdf</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/0f524121-b88a-4c64-96d7-77876e69850e?fingerprint=ppb20260317165742" alt="SD83 2026 2027 School Calendar" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p>

<p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">On May 7, 2026, the International Students attending school in Salmon Arm and Armstrong joined their peers in the Rocky Mountain International Student Program (RMISP) for an unforgettable day at Skybridge Park in Golden, B.C.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The group spent the day connecting with fellow International Students while exploring everything the park has to offer. Highlights included the Skybridge, valley zip line, and the tree top climb and zip line. Students also embraced the adrenaline rush of the canyon drop swing and raced down the mountain on the mountain coaster, where riders control their own speed.</span></p><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/752b4ce9-7256-4eba-baa8-35f0884d89d7?fingerprint=ppb20260521193939" alt="Golden 2026 2" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/4c0328e3-0001-4108-820d-3067c81c080b?fingerprint=ppb20260521193941" alt="Golden 2026 3" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/e22010dc-d2de-42de-9479-8c5976f49c1f?fingerprint=ppb20260521193943" alt="Golden 2026 5" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/19b3f9af-0747-4d57-8ab9-dea1aec4f777?fingerprint=ppb20260521193943" alt="Golden 2026 7" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p></div></div><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Some students tested their aim at the axe throwing centre, while others challenged themselves on the rock-climbing wall, all set against stunning views of the valley and surrounding mountains.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">It was a fun, safe, and action-packed day, providing International Student Program participants with an opportunity to build friendships, create lasting memories, and experience one of B.C.’s most exciting outdoor adventure destinations.</span></p><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/b1b94c53-7548-44b8-b4ca-92a59691946c?fingerprint=ppb20260521193942" alt="Golden 2026 4" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/7a51e291-db3f-4181-bfbf-22120c5f4013?fingerprint=ppb20260521193939" alt="Golden 2026 1" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p></div></div>

<p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">On April 22, 2026, International Students from Armstrong and Salmon Arm gathered at Club Shuswap in Canoe for a fun and memorable day of par 3 golf.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A total of 21 students, along with three chaperones, took part in the outing. With sunshine and warm weather setting the tone, the group enjoyed a fantastic day filled with laughter, learning, and friendly competition.</span></p><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/21c718cb-958d-4add-b302-6263a06f1656?fingerprint=ppb20260521153934" alt="Golf 2026 1" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/2c36adcd-34cc-4438-9c4d-49d1101dac7d?fingerprint=ppb20260521153934" alt="Golf 2026 2" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/1216fbd9-49a2-49d3-b626-588be4d2270d?fingerprint=ppb20260521153936" alt="Golf 2026 5" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/09f8936a-eb62-40c6-a198-579447ec9140?fingerprint=ppb20260521153940" alt="Golf 2026 7" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p></div></div><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">For many students, the event was their first introduction to golf which made it a lasting impression. Several participants discovered a new interest in the sport and have since begun golfing in their free time.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The day wrapped up with pizza and refreshing drinks on the patio, followed by prizes for participants. It was a great opportunity for students to relax, celebrate, and connect with one another.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Overall, it was an excellent day for everyone, combining outdoor activity, community-building, and plenty of fun.</span></p><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/a7583e4c-13c7-4cd0-8eeb-49d13231c86e?fingerprint=ppb20260521153934" alt="Golf 2026 3" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/1197e86c-1f81-426a-8c58-c48964f8d3cc?fingerprint=ppb20260521153936" alt="Golf 2026 4" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p></div></div><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>