1. Superintendent Bev Young says the school September startup went well with a positive and smooth beginning to the new year. Enrollment is down about 25 students in the district. 2. Initial reports on the first of 7 inquiry days – held yesterday throughout the district were positive says Assistant Superintendent Jim Insley. Students sent […]
Archives for 2013
Vandalism at SOSS – could cost $10 thousand
School board officials released a bit more information on the incident Monday night at SOSS when two or more persons vandalized new construction at the high school. Bev Young, Superintendent of School District says the two persons arrested by police were identified as a former student and a present student of the SOSS – both males. […]
Thanks to those who comment – makes for stimulating reading
Dialogue – when people are chatting, arguing, discussing issues. I appreciate all comments but some rules need to apply: You must use first and last names When someone is using two emails, two names etc. – you will be admonished. I prefer the word “discretion” when it comes to the amount of posting each person […]
Lioness Club cares. Lioness Club shares.
$500 cheque presented by the Oliver Lioness Club today to Shirley Van Vianen, grandmother to Cloe Kroeger of Penticton. Presentation took place at Valley First Credit Union to assist Chloe and her parents Jon and Gina of Penticton. Chloe is now at home and battles each day. You too can help. Contact Valley First in Oliver.
Fun, stories, puppets, songs and crafts
Zombies take over Thrift Store
Folks in all seriousness, who are these people? Hospital Auxiliary Thrift Store will open Tuesday October 1st – next week and the purpose of this picture is to show you the new floor. Congratulations.
Beer being bottled in Oliver – Firehall Brewery
The Firehall Brewery has begun bottling its three beer products. Previously a “draught-only” brewery, the Firehall Brewery now is able to sell its beer to cold beer & wine stores, as well as more restaurants & pubs. Currently, the 650ml bottles will only be available in the South Okanagan because only “small lots” of limited […]
Collaboration – the day your kids come home at noon
Today is Collaboration Day at Oliver Schools – buses took students home early and teachers and supervisors are in session in the first of about seven such sessions throughout the school district calendar. Earlier on ODN – May 9th How do you make education better in School District #53? Better – what does that […]