Surrey Schools (School District #36 Surrey)

Is using AI in university cheating—or a smarter way to learn? An SFU professor is weighing in on how artificial intelligence is reshaping the student experience.   In the second video of our AI series (watch the full video at sd36.ca/AIVid2), Supt. Mark Pearmain talks to Simon Fraser University professor Dr. Megan MacKenzie about how universities are navigating AI. Dr. Mackenzie shares:   💬 advice for students using AI in post-secondary ⚖️ responsible uses of AI in learning 📢 the overreliance on AI vs. developing communication skills 💡 using AI as a thought partner 🍎 how AI is changing evolving the teaching profession   These videos follow up on the district’s two AI parent forums, The Promise and Potential of AI for our Children and Artificial Intelligence & Learning.   Hear how Dr. Mackenzie is embracing AI in education! 🧠 And stay tuned for videos to come in our AI series! #SurreySchools #SD36

Surrey Schools was proud to host Bowinn Ma, B.C.'s Minister of Infrastructure and Jagrup Brar, local MLA and Minister of State for Trade, for an official tour of the newly completed modular addition at Walnut Road Elementary—affectionately named “The Annex” by students. This $18 million investment adds 295 new student seats to our community, addressing enrolment growth through innovative and efficient construction methods. During the visit, students shared their enthusiasm for The Annex, highlighting features like abundant natural light and the pride they feel in having a new space designed just for them. #SurreySchools #SD36

June is National Indigenous History Month, a time for all to celebrate and honour Indigenous culture and heritage across Canada. Surrey Schools remains committed to its ongoing efforts toward truth and reconciliation, and continues to recognize the rich history of the Katzie, Kwantlen and Semiahmoo First Nations, and other Coast Salish Peoples. Read more about National Indigenous History Month below:

We are seeking feedback from the community on proposed school calendar for the 2026-27 school year. Learn more and find links to the short survey and proposed calendar at the link below. The consultation is open until end of day June 29!

The council has spoken! 🙌 The district’s Student AI Council, that is! In the first video of our AI series, Supt. Mark Pearmain sits down with five students to pick their brains about artificial intelligence! The Student AI Council shared their views on: 🧠 using AI as a thought partner 📝 the line between learning with AI and cheating ✅ the importance of fact-checking AI 💬 how AI can benefit language learning 🔮 and our future with AI These videos follow up on the district’s two AI parent forums, The Promise and Potential of AI for our Children and Artificial Intelligence & Learning. Hear what Surrey students have to say about artificial intelligence! 📣 And stay tuned for videos to come in our AI series! Watch the full video here: https://lnkd.in/gHPBPD22

🏳️🌈 On this International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Interphobia & Transphobia, Surrey Schools stands proudly with LGBTQIA+ communities — today and every day. Everyone deserves to be safe, seen and celebrated for who they are.💙💗🤍💛🖤

“One of the translations I was given of the name Tat’talu was little arm, and that means little arm of the river and understanding what it gives to us as Semiahmoo people. Those rivers were very important to us because they sustained us and gave us life. And that’s what this area is, that’s Ta’talu.” – Chief Harley Chappell, Semiahmoo First Nation. Staff and students at Ta’talu Elementary celebrated the school’s official grand opening today with a special Traditional Opening Ceremony and ribbon cutting. The hybrid mass timber building features 27-classrooms and is home to 220 students. For more information on the school, go to: sd36.ca/Tatalu

🌸 This month, we recognize the richness of diverse cultures! 🌸 Surrey Schools is proudly honouring Asian and Canadian Jewish Heritage Month, highlighting the histories and contributions of these communities. Together, we shine brighter! ✨

👩🦰👨🦰 It’s Principals & Vice-Principals Appreciation Day! And Surrey Schools would like to thank our amazing school leadership for the work they do leading our school communities!   👔 Our administrators are at the helm of 105 elementary schools, 21 secondary schools and four learning centres, looking after more than 83,000 students!   🙌 Thank you to all of our principals and vice-principals for everything they do today and the other 364 days of the year! https://lnkd.in/gPDcp58d

Our hearts are with everyone affected by the tragic events at the Lapu-Lapu Day Festival in Vancouver. The Surrey Board of Education stands with our Filipino-Canadian students, staff, families, and the entire community during this difficult time. We are committed to providing support as we grieve and heal together.