We are lucky to have amazing facilities and equipment available for our learning community.
Isabella Dicken Elementary School was officially opened January 14, 1966 as a primary school.
An outline of important school dates.
Our ÉIDES Code of Cooperation is based on the growth, development, and respect for self and others.
A new Growth Plan for the 2023-2024 school year to direct our attention to support our students.
Programs and initiatives focused on incorporating Indigenous perspectives, knowledge, and cultural practices.
All about composting at EIDS
School counselling is designed as a resource for students, their families, and educators.
Ready, Set, Learn is all about providing good information about how to support a young child’s early learning.
An educational program designed to foster empathy and emotional understanding among students.
The Sound Connections program utilizes poems, songs, characters and actions to our Kindergarten students.
Youth Care workers strive to create a culture of belonging, acceptance, and inclusion within our school
we enjoy state of the art technology to enhance instruction and student learning.
We would like to invite your child to join our learning community in Kindergarten at École Isabella Dicken Elementary.
Educational programs offering instruction in French to promote bilingualism and cultural understanding.
StrongStart provides an opportunity for parents and caregivers to share in their child's early learning experiences.
All of our Grade Six students participate in Band, which takes place at Fernie Secondary School in the Band room.
Showcase of student projects, academic achievements and learning experiences.
Guidelines outlining expected behavior and collaborative principles for students.
Our Panther Running Club is very popular with over 100 students who come out to run in the sun.
Basketball season runs from mid December to March.
One of the most exciting events in our extra-curricular sports program is the Kikomun Cross Country Race.
Every fall Isabella Dicken hosts the SD 5 Elk Valley Elementary Schools soccer tournament on our two soccer fields.
Information about track and field events.
Volleyball season runs mid October to December and culminates with the SD 5 Elk Valley Schools tournament.
Parent volunteers and staff members students at Isabella Dicken are able to participate in a Cross Country Ski Club.
An event honoring Terry Fox, featuring a community-run to raise funds and awareness for cancer.
Students participate in the Bike Roadeo where they learn about bike safety and practice their biking skills.
Photos from the Christmas Concert, capturing the joyful atmosphere of the event.
Promoting physical fitness and heart health through jump rope activities
Photos and highlights from the Winter Sing-Along event held in December 2022.
Detailed records of the Parent Advisory Council (PAC) meetings.
A guide detailing the school's policies, procedures, and expectations for students, parents, and staff.
Regular updates from out school featuring news and important announcements.
Lists of required supplies for students.
Resources to local organizations, services, and opportunities that support and engage the community.
School District No. 5 Southeast Kootenay welcomes families and students to our School District.
Information on school apparel and available clothing options for students.
Websites for individual classrooms, providing resources, assignments, and updates specific to each class.
Get in touch with school staff for inquiries, support, and feedback.
Get in touch with teaching staff for inquiries, support, and feedback.
Find contact information for our school staff.
Thanks to dedicated parent volunteers and staff members students at Isabella Dicken are able to participate in a Cross Country Ski Club. The club meets once a week in the winter (weather dependent). We have over 70 sets of skis/boots/poles available for students to borrow in order to participate in the club and we are lucky enough to be able to ski right from our gym doors.
