Okanagan Skaha School District 67 has undergone significant changes in recent months, including the closure of three elementary schools and the integration of hundreds of Grade 7 and 8 pupils into local high schools.

Despite the magnitude of these shifts, things are going well so far, says district superintendent Todd Manuel.

“There are always challenges when educating more than 5,000 students,” said Manuel, who was appointed superintendent in March 2020.

“But the recent changes have been managed effectively, with no major disruptions to the school system.”

Manuel, who began his career with School District 67 as a teacher in 2008, noted that enrolment numbers for the 2025–26 school year are still being finalized but are expected to remain consistent with last year’s.

“I can confirm th

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