Welcome to the community of Diamond Vale Elementary where we strive to
"Be the Best We Can Be"!
Working together with our parent community, we strive to offer each child a safe and supportive environment in which to foster the intellectual development of each child, develop and strengthen talents and build the skills necessary for a happy and productive life. We aim to educate the hearts and minds of our school community.
Events and News
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Dec 20th – Ugly Sweater Day
December 11, 2024 -
Dec 13 – ‘Get Your Grinch On’ Day
December 11, 2024 -
DV Christmas Concert – Dec 19 at 6pm
December 11, 2024 -
School Photo Retakes – Nov 15
October 30, 2024 -
Remembrance Day – No School
October 30, 2024
Principal: Mrs. Becky Puterbough
Secretary: Mrs. Kathleen McCormack
Phone: 250-378-2514
Address: 2675 Coldwater Ave, Merritt, BC V1K 1B2
First Bell: 8:25 am
Recess: 10:30-10:45 am
Lunch: 12:05-1:05 pm
School Finishes: 2:30 pm
Attendance Information
- Our school uses Automated Student Absence Reporting (Safe Arrival) to help ensure the safety of our children. If your child is going to be late, absent or leaving early please let us know by calling 1-844-434-8117 before 9:00 a.m. You can also report child absence on line at go.schoolmessenger.ca or using the school messenger app.
- It is important that you update the school when your contact information changes.
- We would like you to call the school prior to 2:00pm if you have a message for your child regarding after school pick-up.
Please call the office if you would like to arrange a meeting with your child's teacher.
School Calendar
Uzume Taiko
Uzume Taiko celebrates the rhythm of life itself with shows that wow audiences through a uniquely
theatrical blend of music and dance. They have hand crafted a unique brand of West Coast
Canadian taiko drumming that offers a visual, sonic and dynamic experience to their audience.
Awarded “ArtStarts Champions” for their commitment to touring, Uzume Taiko has performed taiko
drumming in schools, festivals and community venues across BC since 1992. The group has
toured their evening concerts, festival and youth shows across North America, the United Kingdom
and Europe. Uzume Taiko brings a vibrant, contemporary sensibility to an ancient art.
Virtual Taiko Drum Workshop
This Workshop has four components:
- A Virtual Uzume Taiko Drum Performance.
- DIY Drum Objects and Drumsticks.
- Participation in a live ZOOM Taiko Basic Drills Drum Lesson.
- Practice Taiko Drumming with online videos.