Parents and caregivers are invited to attend the next School District 83 Board of Education meeting on Tuesday, November 18, 2025. This meeting is an important opportunity for families to stay informed about district decisions, upcoming initiatives, and ongoing discussions that affect students across the region.
Meeting details
- Date: Tuesday, November 18, 2025
- Time: 6:00 p.m.
- Location: District Education Support Centre
- Online option: MS Teams Town Hall
- Agenda and attachments: Available on the district website at https://sd83.bc.ca/board-meetings/
Families can also request a printed copy of the agenda package from the Manager of Business Administration.
What is on the agenda
The agenda includes regular business items along with several updates and discussions that may be of interest to parents. Highlights include:
- Welcome and acknowledgement of Secwépemc traditional territory
- Adoption of previous meeting minutes
- Superintendent’s report
- K to 12 literacy initiatives
- Trustee remuneration discussion
- Proposed date change for June board meetings
- Committee updates, including Education Directions, Finance and Facilities, Labour Relations, and Policy
- Quarterly financials and the Statement of Financial Information
- Salmon Arm Secondary trail project and Property Bylaw No. 3-2025
- Transportation Committee terms of reference
- First reading of Policy 110 on accumulated operating surplus
- Updates from partner groups and provincial organizations
- Question period for the public
Please note that times are approximate and may change during the meeting.
Why this meeting matters
Board meetings give parents a clear view of how decisions are made within the district. These meetings also offer a chance to learn more about programs, budgeting, policy development, and long-term planning. Attending in person or online is a simple way to stay connected and informed.
How to join
Parents can attend at the District Education Support Centre or join from home through the MS Teams Town Hall link provided on the district website. The district posts all meeting packages at:
Stay engaged
The PAC encourages families to follow district meetings throughout the year. Informed parents help build a stronger school community and ensure student needs remain front and center.
Everyone is welcome to attend.