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  • GW Carlson’s Big Buddies
    GW Carlson’s Big Buddies and Little Buddies spent time reading together on Feb 20 – building skills, confidence, and connections that matter. Proud of these growing readers!
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  • We are hiring!
    Information session on March 4 @ 2pm at the school board office.
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  • Joy of Learning!
    These two students were all smiles as they tried out a new instrument for the very first time! Their excitement and curiosity are exactly what makes our school community so special. Here’s to new experiences, growing confidence, and the power of music to bring out the best in our learners.
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  • April 1 Board Meeting Cancelled
    Please note that the Board Meeting originally scheduled to take place on April 1, 2026 has been cancelled.
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  • Talk Play Grow – February 27 @ 12
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  • Lunch Time!
    On Wednesday FNSS provided a free turkey and ham dinner to all students at lunch time! Dinner was served up by an enthusiastic crew of helpers: Mr. Lucas (Principal), Ms. Reyes (SSRT), Trustee Taylor, and Secretary-Treasurer Osmond. Our cafeteria contractors, Steve and Betty, worked tremendously hard over two days to assemble this fantastic meal for […]
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  • Winter Soccer
    Unless they are told it’s too cold to be outside, RL Angus students LOVE playing soccer in the snow. We have yet to find snow that’s too deep or too challenging for a great game! A big thank-you to Mrs. Croin for bundling up and keeping this sport going all year round!
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  • Hand Games
    On November 28 and December 5, R.L. Angus students had the opportunity to learn traditional hand games from Curtis Dickie. Curtis is a gifted teacher, a respected knowledge keeper, and encouraging to all. Each class spent time working with him, learning alongside him , and playing the games – some games were quite animated! A […]
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  • Career Education Week
    November 24 – 28 2025 was Career Education Week across British Columbia. FNSS Career Coordinator Heather Sparshu organized a variety of events for FNSS students, starting the week with a presentation from Northern Rockies Fire Rescue and finishing with a field trip to Town Hall and Phoenix Theatre for a panel discussion with a variety […]
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  • Mrs. Daphne Minett
    School District 81’s Trustees and Staff respectfully acknowledges Mrs. Daphne Minett, who served our district with unwavering dedication from September 1967 to June 1996. Her tenure was truly legendary, and her influence continues to be felt throughout the community today. We are deeply saddened by the loss of one of our own and honour her […]
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Board Meeting

May 13, 2026 @ 6:00 pm
Venue: Board Office

District Inservice (No School)

May 14, 2026

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May 15, 2026
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We live in Treaty 8 territory, and respectfully acknowledge that our School District is located in the traditional territories of the Fort Nelson, Prophet River, Kaska Dena, and Acho Dene Koe First Nations.

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