June 19, 2026
National Indigenous Peoples Day
As June 21st marks National Indigenous Peoples Day, we wish all of our families a day of celebration and reflection. Many of our students will be travelling south to Lummi to participate in canoe racing, and we wish them safe travels and a wonderful time representing our community.
Tl'a7shen Celebration – Monday, June 22
A reminder to families that St'a7mes School will be hosting our Tl'a7shen on Monday, June 22nd beginning at 12:30 p.m. During this special gathering, we will stand up and honour individuals who have contributed greatly to our school this year. We will also celebrate the completion of our canoe, an important milestone for our community.
Last Full Day of School – Wednesday, June 24
Wednesday, June 24th is our last full day of school. Students will be called to the gym at 2:15 p.m. for our year-end closing. We will share words for our Grade 6 students and acknowledge students who are moving on from St'a7mes School.
Final Day of School – Thursday, June 25
Our final day of school is Thursday, June 25th from 9:00–10:00 a.m. Students will connect in their classrooms, receive their report cards, and participate in a closing circle. The bus will be running for students who normally take the bus.
Personal Belongings
Please remember that all student personal items must be taken home before the end of the school year. Any items left at the school will be donated on Friday, June 26th.
Summer Office Closure
The St'a7mes School office will close on June 30th and reopen on August 31st.
Farewells and Best Wishes
As we come to the end of another school year, we would like to send our best wishes to the students who are moving on from St'a7mes School. Thank you for the contributions you have made to our community. Our hope is that you will carry the teachings, values, and experiences you have received here and share them with others. This is an important part of being a St'a7mes student. While this is not a goodbye, it is a farewell, and we hope our paths cross again in the future.
We would also like to extend our heartfelt thanks to staff members Natasha, Alli, Curt, and Rileigh. Thank you for the care, dedication, and countless contributions you have made to our students and school community. You have each left a lasting impact on St'a7mes School. This is not goodbye, but rather a farewell, and we hope to see you again. We wish you all the very best in the journeys ahead.
Wishing Everyone a Wonderful Summer
It has been a wonderful year here at St'a7mes School. Thank you to our students, families, staff, and community members for your support throughout the year. We wish everyone a safe, restful, and enjoyable summer and look forward to welcoming everyone back in the fall.
Take care,
Cory Hartling
Principal
St'a7mes School
2026-2027 School Bus Registration
We are pleased to announce that school bus registration for the 2026–2027 school year is now open and will close on July 31, 2026.
Do You Need to Register?
- If your child was registered last year and there has been no change in home address or school, you do not need to re-register. Their current bus pass will remain valid.
Registration & Bus Pass Info:
- Eligible students who register before the school year begins will be guaranteed a seat and will receive their bus pass by mail (to the address provided in the registration form).
- Courtesy riders and any eligible students who register after the school year begins may not be assigned a seat or pass until after October 15, 2026, once ridership is confirmed.
Bus Pass Reminders:
- Existing bus passes now remain valid as long as there are no changes to school or address.
- Please ensure your child keeps their pass safe over the summer - it will be required again in September.
If a pass is lost or damaged:
- There is no charge for the initial pass and one courtesy replacement if needed.
- Additional replacements will be available at a cost of $10. If this fee presents a financial hardship, please contact our office in confidence - we are happy to work with families to ensure no student is without transportation.
Register Only if Needed:
- We kindly ask that you register your child only if they will use the school bus regularly. This helps us prioritize students who depend on bus transportation and supports efficient route planning.
Thank you for your cooperation and continued support in helping us provide safe, reliable transportation for our students.
To register your child for the school bus pass program for the 2025/26 school year and for more information on eligibility, please visit the SD48 School Bus Transportation webpage.
Kind Regards,
SD48 Transportation Department
To plan for the coming school year, schools and districts are reminded that home educators are required to register homeschoolers with a school by September 30 each year and that public schools are required under the School Act to register homeschoolers.