Inclusive Learning Communities

School Wide Circle- Starting in a good way

Chilcotin Road Elementary

What a powerful image. A schoolwide circle of learning. 2 students lead the entire school in a stretching routine in a circle. We then went a ran the Terry Fox run. The large school wide circle is what I loved.<img src="/images/6dcf9da7-aca2-461c-8f90-7be18047edc4" alt="IMG 3511 doug brown" width="365" height="274" style="width:365px;height:274px;display:inline-block">

Making our environment SAFE!

Chilcotin Road Elementary

Caring people who come to our site to help keep us all safe during lunch. Big THANKYOU to our noon hour supervisors. They all keep us safe during our playtime outside and our eating time inside. You are amazing!<img src="/images/85cf1fa0-3710-4db5-a35a-37feccff8d2f" alt="Screenshot 2025 10 24 113246 doug brown" width="473" height="459" style="width:473px;height:459px;display:inline-block">

Cataline’s Recycling Program Starts Again

Cataline Elementary

Ms Riley’s class took a trip to the transfer station to hone in our skills about where our waste goes once it leaves the school. Every Friday, the class collects, sorts, and bags recycling from our school. We are able to keep from the landfill at least a bag of soft plastic, hard plastic, and bottles or cans a week. This helps keep our school clean and safe! Thanks to our partners at the conservation society for making this possible! <img src="/images/1ce0c750-eb09-4fbd-bdd8-1f6c7bf3b168" alt="IMG 0335 Tess Riley" width="403" height="302" style="width:403px;height:302px;display:inline-block">

ERASE sessions for students, staff and caregivers

Columneetza Junior Secondary

On October 21st, 2025, a Safer Schools Together presenter visited Williams Lake to deliver face-to-face presentations to students, staff, parents and caregivers about staying safe online. Around 500 grade 7 & 8 students attended at Columneetza, a staff session and a parent/caregiver session were offered after school. Everyone who attended came away with new learning and strategies for safer digital behaviour. All were encouraged to stay informed, get educated, and pay attention to each other’s baseline in a caring way. We look forward to hosting this session again in the future.<img src="/images/6403efd3-0b26-4df6-90dd-79ede1a72868" alt="IMG 0580 holly zurak" width="558" height="418" style="width:558px;height:418px;display:inline-block">

Columneetza celebrates Diwali

Columneetza Junior Secondary

Teacher leaders planned and executed a beautiful invitation to learning this week on the festival of light - Diwali! What a beautiful way for our students to experience and embrace existing or new-to-them cultural differences. There was food, music, art, henna, and lots of smiles! <img src="/images/7bd97722-f6ab-41cb-8fbd-73a26ab65955" alt="IMG 0589 holly zurak" width="370" height="277" style="width:370px;height:277px;display:inline-block">

Latin America Heritage Day!

Columneetza Junior Secondary

We celebrated Latin America Heritage Day. We had an amazing support from our Latin American staff and their family members! Gracias Columneetza! <img src="/images/cd429ca0-9ef6-4bc6-af57-d6527af61d70" alt="Latin America alina cameron" width="585" height="329" style="width:585px;height:329px;display:inline-block">

Inclusive Education Highlight: Ms. Menard

Lake City Secondary

Students thrive when they feel connected. Ms. Menard builds strong, caring relationships that help all students feel safe, supported, and ready to learn—an essential part of inclusive education.

Big Science for Little Hands

Mountview Elementary

Mountview StrongStart students work together to make playdough for their class. Everyone in the group was able to participate, even the young toddlers added ingredients and helped with the stirring. What an incredible opportunity to learn together, while making a classroom resource to enjoy for many days to come. Where there is a will, there is a way! <img src="/images/a8692e67-3947-444e-9b75-ff0c8ae30de4" alt="Big Science Little Hands BEULAH SMITH" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

Marie Sharpe & Lake City - Big & Little Buddies!

Marie Sharpe Elementary

Lake City Secondary

Mrs. Fichtner and her Grade 1/2 class from Marie Sharpe and Mrs. Sabatino and her Leadership class from Lake City Secondary got together to create some Fall decor for one of the Seniors Centres here in town! It was an afternoon of Big & Little Buddies. Both classes are headed to the Seniors Centre this week to gift their decor and meet some of the residents there!<img src="/images/f5f798fa-0aa0-4ea3-b477-f176b17f7a8a" alt="Marie Sharpe Lake City Big Little Buddi marina campsall" width="699" height="874" style="width:699px;height:874px;display:inline-block">

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Columneetza Cares, The Gift of Giving

Columneetza Junior Secondary

Our incredible team came together to cook and deliver a Thanksgiving dinner for families, and we also made turkey sandwiches for all our students! Wishing everyone a Happy Thanksgiving!<img src="/images/1d0f5853-89a8-4986-ab2f-d0f300c82449" alt="Thanksgiving alina cameron" width="784" height="441" style="width:784px;height:441px;display:inline-block">

Building Inclusive Learning Communities Through Thanksgiving Connections

100 Mile Elementary

Our Grade 6/7 French Immersion students recently partnered with their Kindergarten and Grade 1 buddies for a special Thanksgiving activity that reflected the spirit of our inclusive learning community. Together, they created colourful turkey puppets while practicing French vocabulary and sharing the joy of learning side by side. Many of the Grade 6/7s fondly remembered making the same craft when they were in Kindergarten, creating a full-circle moment of belonging and mentorship. Activities like these highlight how our Wolf Pack learns and grows together—where every student, from our youngest learners to our oldest leaders, plays a valued role in our community. This activity beautifully reflected the Circle of Courage—Belonging through connection, Mastery through learning together, and Generosity through helping others.<img src="/images/d0ea77c4-5acf-4c34-ac84-0bbd671a6b02" alt="Building Belonging Through Honest Conversatio crystaldawn langton 1" width="675" height="377" style="width:675px;height:377px;display:inline-block">

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Inclusive Learning Communities — One Beat at a Time

100 Mile Elementary

At École 100 Mile Elementary, inclusion isn’t just something we talk about — it’s something we live, feel, and hear in the heartbeat of our school. This week, our StrongStart families joined us once again for an Indigenous drumming session that invited everyone — children, parents, and staff — to learn, listen, and connect together. Drumming creates a space where everyone belongs. It doesn’t require words or translation — only open hearts. In many Indigenous traditions, the drum represents the heartbeat of Mother Earth, reminding us that we are all connected. When children and families share in that rhythm, it breaks down barriers and builds understanding across ages, backgrounds, and experiences. 🪶🐾 <img src="/images/1b1c7a2f-9404-4115-8f22-920db3958e17" alt="Inclusive Learning Communities One Beat at crystaldawn langton" width="671" height="377" style="width:671px;height:377px;display:inline-block">

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Measure Life With Your Heart

Nesika Elementary

"Measure Life With Your Heart" says teacher Mrs. Stevens while teaching gym glass to our French Immersion Kindergarten class. Here at Nesika we are always looking for ways to encourage students to lead with their hearts, while also finding access points in the curriculum for all students. Bringing music into the gym does just that - everyone participating, everyone smiling, and everyone leading with their hearts.<img src="/images/14bfa870-379e-41d3-b4d0-62e990193ab7" alt="IMG 5655 kelly glen" width="616" height="774" style="width:616px;height:774px;display:inline-block">

TRU Handwashing Lessons

Cataline Elementary

Cataline Elementary students in Kindergarten, grade 1 & 2, had the privilege of having some nursing students from TRU come to our school and teach all about hand washing. The nursing students put a special gel on the students' hands which represented germs. With the use of a black light, the children were able to see all the ‘germs’ on their hands. They were then tasked with washing the ‘germs’ off. They checked in with a nurse with the blacklight to see how effective their handwashing was. It was a great lesson and some students realized how they need to be a little bit more thorough with their hand washing.

Start up of Outback Storefront

Outback Storefront

Starting school in a new place, with new Principal and Vice-Principal can be difficult, but things are coming together. The focus of Social Emotional Learning and inclusivity is a powerful way to reshape education for the better.<img src="/images/b0d24147-8f63-4370-9845-132e200253bf" alt="IMG 3469 heather auger" width="344" height="458" style="width:344px;height:458px;display:inline-block">

Big Buddy Relationship Building

Cataline Elementary

Mrs. Enn’s kindergarten class and Mrs. Dikur’s grade 4/5 class are off to a strong start, building big buddies and mentorship for our newest friends at Cataline. This helps our kindergartens have connections if they need a hang and builds to on our caring school culture where everyone belongs.<img src="/images/2e3483aa-2be6-40eb-8a49-21a9977272ef" alt="Tess Riley" width="481" height="649" style="width:481px;height:649px;display:inline-block">

Creating Community Safety Through Empathy Building

Nesika Elementary

Learning Support Teacher Kari Johnson continues her work on problem-solving skills by introducing the element of empathy. Students are learning to think about their impact on others, the feelings of others, and how to respond accordingly in order to reduce conflict on the playground.<img src="/images/ecf10d24-ca48-46a3-b826-c59c6c83b738" alt="IMG 5622 kelly glen" width="852" height="457" style="width:852px;height:457px;display:inline-block">

BGC visits the Columneetza hallway

Columneetza Junior Secondary

Youth outreach reps from Boys and Girls Club of Williams Lake have been visiting Columneetza’s hallways in the first few weeks of school. Within our school we have many supports for our students and we are glad to share supports from the community as well. Thanks for spending time with us! <img src="/images/3d3f8953-f713-4199-8b37-4f993a79a63f" alt="IMG 9615 holly zurak" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

PSO Circle Work in the Classroom

Peter Skene Ogden Secondary

Gr 8 Science practiced circle work in their classroom. Students engaged with the concepts of BC First Peoples Principals for Learning in the context of their science class while also practicing how to share their thoughts and ideas in circle.<img src="/images/55b5a308-a816-4f27-8e95-613b20b023c1" alt="PSOcirclework2 caitlin currie" width="410" height="307" style="width:410px;height:307px;display:inline-block">

Our Littles - Engaging With Emotions

Cataline Elementary

Led by Cataline Elementary's Youth Engagement Worker, Nathalie Bertrand, our littlest students have started the school year learning about emotions and feelings. As part of our school's Social-Emotional Learning program, students are introduced or re-introduced to the Little Spot of Emotions program through teacher and support staff instruction. It's a fun and interactive way for students to name, recognize, and work through their feelings, while using consistent language throughout the school. <img src="/images/31d64789-abda-4430-a9c7-3a993f2dc8d5" alt="IMG 3813 dwayne benvin" width="500" height="500" style="width:500px;height:500px;display:inline-block">

Welcome Back BBQ

Cataline Elementary

In partnership with our PAC, Cataline hosted a welcome back BBQ for our school community. This was an important night for teachers, students, our community, and PAC to reconnect and spend some time together. There was lots of good food and laughter in the sunshine!<img src="/images/1c78b3d0-800a-43a0-8bd5-794ba2dce394" alt="IMG 0414 tess riley" width="414" height="310" style="width:414px;height:310px;display:inline-block">

Grow gets together for Inclusive learning

Graduation Routes Other Ways

Grow students gathered at Lac La Hache Elementary to work through an ADST lesson with Mrs. Eyer. It was great making connections and learning together.<img src="/images/538ad1d6-fe32-4913-a702-b00bcd989807" alt="IMG 1320 Ty Lytton" width="439" height="329" style="width:439px;height:329px;display:inline-block">

Busses Back on the Road with a Safety Message to Drivers

Cariboo-Chilcotin School District busses are back on the road carrying our students to and from school and on field trips. Please take extra care to watch for students as they walk to and wait at stops. Pay careful attention to busses on the road and remember it is illegal to pass a school bus with its flashing red lights activated. Keep our kids safe.

Anti-racism Learning for Leaders

Carolyn Roberts, educator at the UBC Indigenous teacher education program, led an anti-racism workshop on August 20, 2025 for Cariboo Chilcotin school administrators and department leads as part of the district's ongoing safety and inclusivity efforts.

Morning Walks Are Back!

With the smoke lifting and the cool autumn mornings upon us, Cataline Elementary School has welcomed back their morning walks. Students and staff begin each day with a soft start, welcoming each other with smiles and morning check ins while taking in the fresh air. The walk is a wonderful opportunity for staff to connect, and reconnect, with current and past students. If students do arrive late to school, they are greeted at the office with a warm welcome and a "Happy to See You" message that they may bring with them to class. At Cataline Elementary, our mission is to ensure all students feel welcomed when they arrive at school!

Off to a Great Start!

Columneetza Junior Secondary

Grade 7 students are settling in well at their new home campus of Columneetza Junior Secondary. A few have even turned into great hosts at the door, welcoming classmates!

Respecting Our Surroundings

Skyline Alternate

Staff and students cleaned up the space and scouted out the best place to hang the banner. The student voice was loud as they wanted to show off the banner in the most visible place. Way to go Team.<img src="/images/5cdbaf0c-3a4b-4b28-906c-0d03506bcfec" alt="Respecting Our Surroundings 2" width="457" height="343" style="width:457px;height:343px;display:inline-block">

Welcome Drum

Lac La Hache Elementary

All students were welcomed to the school and land on the first day by Mike Archie. This included drumming and story telling. <img src="/images/c84864a1-0d0c-4b03-8953-e1afacb384bf" alt="Welcome drumming on the first day todd routtu" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

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Welcome Back Breakfast — Strengthening Our Community

100 Mile Elementary

This morning, our building was filled with warmth as students and their families joined us for our Welcome Back Breakfast. After the busy first days of school, it was such a gift to slow down, break bread, and truly connect. Now that our students are settling into their routines, we have the space to nurture what matters most — our relationships. Having families in our school makes our hallways feel complete. Your presence reminds our students that school is not just a place they go to learn, but a community where they belong and are supported by many caring adults. We are grateful for every parent, guardian, sibling, grandparent, and caregiver who walked through our doors this morning. You are an essential part of our Wolf Pack, and the heart of everything we do. Together, we are raising children who feel rooted, connected, and confident to grow. 🐾 <img src="/images/9d44fe68-a447-4e3c-9211-f6bbacf79440" alt="Welcome Back Breakfast Strengthening Our Co crystaldawn langton" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

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Terry Fox & Art Club!

Marie Sharpe Elementary

Katie Clarke, a first year teacher at Marie Sharpe, has started an Art Club! Their focus for this week is Terry Fox! They completed a beautiful collage and recruited other students to contribute to the collage with shoes to honour and remember the sacrifice of Terry Fox and his run across Canada. <img src="/images/9f9709f6-3cc8-4cf2-bcde-26999a5e404e" alt="thumbnail IMG 6658 marina campsall" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

Cell Hotels and Hall Passes

Lake City Secondary

Kayden and Anna-Sofia demonstrate how to use the cell-phone hotel before class starts. They also know that they need a hall pass when they have permission to leave class. This helps students focus on learning in the classroom and minimizes breaks during class. We know EVERY student can be successful! <img src="/images/5e6c88c2-b36f-4d22-b827-0fc32dc94831" alt="IMG 1562 Nara Riplinger" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

Everyone Included

Horsefly Elementary/Junior

Every student at Horsefly Elementary was included in the Everybody Rides program. The formal program is for Grade 5 but the whole school was brought into the joy of riding as a school community. <img src="/images/8d010543-0337-4163-891d-c12e76d6c7aa" alt="IMG 1669 Calvin Williams" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

Big Lake - Sense of Belonging

Big Lake Elementary

At Big Lake Elementary School, fostering a sense of belonging at the start of the school year is a top priority. We welcome each student, staff member, and family with warmth and intention, creating an environment where everyone feels seen, valued, and connected. Through inclusive practices, community-building activities, and a focus on relationships, we ensure that every member of our school feels they are an important part of the Big Lake community. This strong foundation of belonging supports student success, well-being, and a joyful learning experience throughout the year. <img src="/images/95917c12-c624-44bd-96fe-32592d6251a4" alt="BL Sense of Belonging 2 Sari Small" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

Welcome to the Hub!

Columneetza Junior Secondary

Our social emotional learning team staff members have been working hard to create a space in the school where students can spend time if they need to self-regulate, talk to someone, find a safe space, or catch their breath. Consistently supervised by a member of the SEL team, this space has already been well used by our students. Open to all: we welcome you to check out the Hub! <img src="/images/13e11b2c-6099-4543-8d81-139732e3696a" alt="IMG 9135 holly zurak" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

Support Hits the Hallways

Columneetza Junior Secondary

Vice-Principal Alina Cameron and learning support teacher Corinna Yaworski hit the hallways with Ms. Cameron’s mobile office. Visibility and supportive check-ins are important to our inclusive and caring school culture. We are happy to see our students settling in! <img src="/images/129de347-6239-4631-a92c-93c9abcaf81e" alt="IMG 9292 holly zurak" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

Columneetza Cares

Columneetza Junior Secondary

At Columneetza, we welcomed all 700 students back to school with care and curiosity. At our school-wide assembly we went over the expected behaviours, communications, language and activities for students that make everyone feel safe, happy and respected. Homeroom teachers have been further covering the school’s code of conduct to ensure a high level of understanding for all. Shared understanding and a high level of respect have us beginning in a good way. <img src="/images/d1629f65-8a20-45c2-a6be-e83644b34af4" alt="IMG 9402 holly zurak" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

Sharing Words of Wisdom

Manveer Kaur presents to new-to-the-district teachers at the Education Collective, a welcome orientation in August for new educators. Manveer came to the district in 2024 and shared her learning from her first year. The most important? Trauma-Informed Practices and how they shape all of her interactions with students. Other presenters discussed topics such as the role of the union, HR supports, professional learning, Indigenous learning, classroom management, and how to prevent burnout as a new teacher. <img src="/images/34f45993-11c3-478e-ae94-8b4ab34f0913" alt="IMG 1492 Nara Riplinger" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

Students Welcomed Back by Esk'etemc and WLFN Drummers

Lake City Secondary

WLFN and Esk'etemc drummers welcomed students back in a good way. <img src="/images/8a118aaf-8b31-41a4-b0db-1e8b8ffd7e88" alt="IMG 1533 Nara Riplinger" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

Getting Started In A Good Way

Mile 108 Elementary

We were thrilled to welcome students back on September 3rd! To start our year in a good way, we gathered in the gym as a community of learners—committed to creating a safe and caring school where everyone feels important and valued. We introduced our Term 1 whole-school theme: Love - Kindness and Compassion. Each student designed an eagle feather to contribute to a collaborative heart mural, symbolizing how we are all connected. The inspiring words and illustrations from Be A Good Ancestor are guiding our conversations and encouraging us all to be thoughtful, caring citizens. <img src="/images/423a8a52-42ae-4db1-900a-9c03c46710a2" alt="Screenshot 2025 09 15 120539" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

Playground Open!

Cataline Elementary

Cataline Elementary students returned to school in September to find that they had a brand-new walkway to their accessible playground. Thanks to the craftsmanship and skillful work of our School District Operations & Maintenance department over the summer, all students now have access to our new play structure. There is a new paved walkway and accessible ground cover which allows for ease of mobility. Thank you, Operations & Maintenance department, for your commitment and diligence towards completing this project over the summer. <img src="/images/2d5fe161-ad32-410e-bf1b-dbfa88f10296" alt="IMG 3562 dwayne benvin" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

Building Community at MSE

Marie Sharpe Elementary

In the first days of September, Marie Sharpe staff and students engaged in community building activities, including a picnic lunch outside and accidental twinning with a teacher! Many of our teachers created calm corners to help students regulate and our Vice Principal, Marina Campsall, worked diligently to transform some of the shared spaces in our school so that everyone feels welcome, comfortable and safe. <img src="/images/e8e0327e-8ea6-431c-afa6-1faf0883ff2b" alt="building community at MSE heather mckinnon" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

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Becoming Problem Solvers

Nesika Elementary

Making school feel like a safe space for everyone is our main goal at Nesika. Led by our Learning Support Teacher, we are learning how to be “problem solvers”. Students are learning skills that will help them work out disagreements, and ask for adult help when needed. <img src="/images/33c28f91-b500-4240-b64c-8ae5507fcfdc" alt="IMG 5526 kelly glen" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

Game On: Reviewing Our Code of Conduct Together

Tatla Lake Elementary/Junior

Our K–11 students recently teamed up to play a Code of Conduct themed Kahoot. The activity helped students review their rights, responsibilities, and expectations in a fun and engaging way. Together, we reinforced that everyone has the right to be safe at school, and the shared responsibility to act respectfully, participate safely, and help create a positive learning environment. <img src="/images/f31f6fe2-e5a8-4709-b5d4-5ab0c1dd8547" alt="Screenshot 13 9 2025 152711 play" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

Boys & Girls Club Staff & After School Care Students in the Newly Renovated Child Care Facility at Chilcotin Road Elementary

The newly renovated child care facility at Chilcotin Road Elementary, operated by the Boys & Girls Club (BGC) of Williams Lake is off to a great start! This is a partnership between CCSD and the BGC to expand safe and inclusive after school care spaces for children in the school community. <img src="/images/68cff7af-54d2-4c38-b6b0-b60aad739930" alt="Chilcotin Road first week 2025 child care fac Hattie Darney" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

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District Plan in Response to Safer Schools District Culture & Climate Review

Provincial specialists Safer Schools Together delivered a report on their review of climate and culture in SD 27. Recommendations from the culture and climate report highlight the need for the district to build on existing efforts around anti-Indigenous racism, to expand its working partnership with the First Nations Education Council, promote and improve service delivery and programs for Indigenous Education, and explore ways to honour and celebrate the rich diversity of the student population.Many of these recommendations reinforce existing priorities within the district’s current strategic plan, which is aligned with the Framework for Enhancing Student Learning (FESL).The District’s strategic plan will be further adjusted to include recommendations from the Review that were not already underway. The Board and leadership are committed to implementing the recommendations as part of the continuous improvement cycle of Cariboo-Chilcotin School District.The first iteration of actions, timelines, and measures of success are planned and will be monitored, adjusted, and further developed through the year ahead. Successes will be built upon, and progress will be shared with the school district community as part of the communications plan and FESL reporting.The district looks forward to the intentional work, engagement with community, and positive outcomes that will arise from the fulfillment of its commitment to this plan. See our plan here: <a href="https://www.sd27.bc.ca/news/safer-schools-review-of-climate-and-culture-2025-20250523184621" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Safer Schools Review of Climate and Culture 2025</a> <img src="/images/85b4fc62-3c4e-48a9-89fb-c68c4f45c548" alt="a1a7efde 6e14 4a62 b8c4 5f3e000ad493 cheryl lenardon" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

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CCSD Leadership Team Takes on New Heights

The CCSD leadership team took on new challenges on our community day at Educo. The activity saw principals, vice principals, and board office staff participate in ‘challenge by choice’ on their high ropes course. It was a great reminder that we are a team and need to encourage and rely on each other when things get tricky. An exciting new adventure to start the year in a good way! <img src="/images/849615ba-4eca-4a01-80d0-d44e2a398196" alt="468" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

Year-end Grade 6 Luncheon

Cataline Elementary

The grade 6 students at Cataline were treated with one last opportunity to connect with one-another before heading off to middle school. With a generous donation, grade 6 students were presented a lunch prepared for by the Hong Sheng Restaurant. The students enjoyed the food and the companionship.

Celebrating Empathy Through Storytelling

Tatla Lake Elementary/Junior

Tatla Lake School recently participated in a virtual author visit with Peter H. Reynolds. This special event marked the culmination of our involvement in the Indigo Empathy Library Program. Throughout the program, students explored the theme of empathy—learning how to recognize the feelings of others, care for themselves, and build positive relationships. Peter Reynolds, author of books like The Dot and Say Something, shared stories that inspire kindness, creativity, and connection. He reminded us that “together is better” and encouraged students to use their voices to make a difference. This experience supported our ongoing efforts to foster a school environment where every student feels seen, valued, and included.<img src="/images/1b82a0aa-b159-4bad-b604-cc55fadbb9bf" alt="Empathy Library Peter Reynolds kimberley ikebuchi" width="372" height="279" style="width:372px;height:279px">

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Sign Language

150 Mile Elementary

Ms. Jana Prokes was supporting Mrs. MacDonald's learn American Sign Language for a student in their class. They put on a performance of their skills for the school at our monthly recognition assembly.

Student Vote

Cataline Elementary

Mr. Wilson’s grade 5/6 class has been closely following the Federal Election, learning about our government system and the electoral process. This was concluded by hosting a student vote for our Cataline intermediate students. Students moderated the voting process and tallied the results. It was a fascinating and engaging experience for all the students involved.<img src="/images/0f2740dd-2c65-40e9-accd-a9bd2ce4b235" alt="Student Vote" width="657" height="657" style="width:657px;height:657px">

Thoughtful Thursdays

Cataline Elementary

With the support of Mrs. Ohlhauser, our Cataline School community starts each Thursday morning in a good way. Thoughtful Thursdays provides a soft and welcoming start to the day, as students and staff participate in mindfulness activities, from breathing to stretching. This presents a wonderfully calm feel to the building, while providing both staff and students tools for supporting social-emotional learning and self-care.<img src="/images/2b56f0a9-02aa-42d3-b70a-c681b7da7fed" alt="Thoughtful Thursdays" width="736" height="736" style="width:736px;height:736px">

Leadership attend BC Mental Health in Schools Symposium

Members of the SD27 leadership team recently attended the BC Mental Health in Schools Symposium, with school professionals and stakeholders from across the province. Topics included early learning, student voice in mental health and the role of families in child and youth mental health. Valued guest speakers spoke on race, gender and stigma as factors in childhood well-being. The province's strategies with ERASE around compassionate systems leadership, capacity building, and mental health in classrooms were celebrated and discussed for next steps. Lots of takeaways were found and shared!<img src="/images/c928d721-390f-4d4d-aaf4-e6e4856e128b" alt="Leadership attend BC Mental Health in Schools Symposium" width="629" height="336" style="width:629px;height:336px">

Nesika Welcomes Spring with Song

Nesika Elementary

On Earth Day, staff and students welcomed the spring weather by singing and drumming together to honor the land. Thank you for this beautiful gift. <img src="/images/c6dc1ebd-adb0-4a95-b6ba-f151dbfbdc7f" alt="Nesika Welcomes Spring with Song" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit">

Experiential Hands on Learning

Lake City Secondary

Our woodworking class was thrilled to host students from Chilcotin Rd. The senior kids were happy to assist the creation of wooden boxes for their little buddies. <div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/02b944aa-d647-424a-a5a7-a0d88b4fbce5" alt="Experiential Hands on Learning" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"> </div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/d858ba32-0b33-4073-b32f-e7512c71bf03" alt="Experiential Hands on Learning" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"> </div></div>

Cataline Jump Rope for Heart Campaign – Heart & Stroke Foundation

Cataline Elementary

Cataline students once again, participated in their annual Jump Rope for Heart event, raising money for the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Students participated in learning events, such as daily heart-smart morning trivia, as well as fundraising efforts, to promote awareness around heart disease and help raise life-saving funds for heart and brain research. The event concluded on May 9th, with an afternoon of jump roping and heart pumping activities. To date, Cataline students have raised over $2000. <div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/2d4614fc-810c-4b48-81c0-16b33b999bf8" alt="Cataline Jump Rope for Heart Campaign – Heart & Stroke Foundation" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"> </div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/2caafd6a-dae6-405a-9d5e-4d9f699faba7" alt="Cataline Jump Rope for Heart Campaign – Heart & Stroke Foundation" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"> </div></div>

Cataline Jump Rope for Heart Campaign – Heart & Stroke Foundation

Little Quilters

Cataline Elementary

With the assistance and guidance of the Williams Lake quilting community led by Mrs. Pieti, Mrs. Hansen and Mrs. Sache’s grade 1 and kindergarten students were provided the opportunity to design and create a blanket to be gifted to a residential school survivor. Taking pride in their work, students chose their pattern and worked intently through the sewing process. Students are looking forward to presenting their final product during our gifting ceremony later this year. <img src="/images/606cad66-65c2-4235-93dd-5997b5397243" alt="Little Quilters" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit">

Time to Play Guitar

Cataline Elementary

Grade 5/6 students at Cataline continue to expand their skill sets, learning and show-casing their musical talents each week through the guitar. With Mr. Armstrong leading the way, students are learning to read notes and strum cords, inspiring future musicians. Many of these students go on to join the Columneetza Band program. <img src="/images/1ff51876-d39d-417e-97a8-e540e97a0516" alt="Time to Play Guitar" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit">

Independent Studies - Part TWO!

Lake City Secondary

Stswecem’c Xget’tem First Nation student, Brianna Pope, presented her SECOND Independent Studies course. This one focused on Contemporary Indigenous Studies and included her learning of various post-secondary institutions as well as the importance of female Indigenous practitioners in health care. Congratulations on another outstanding IDS, Brianna!<div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/cd213658-2f6b-466f-9920-1c855033fe6f" alt="Independent Studies" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"> </div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/bcd98a12-dc81-4e5a-8d99-4c003e8936bc" alt="Independent Studies" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"> </div></div>

Lake City Showcase

Lake City Secondary

Lake City Secondary students (and staff) have had the opportunity to showcase their many talents through a number of Open Mics during the year. Lunchtime performances allow all students to enjoy while evening performances are open for parents and other members of the community.<div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/c270a5a2-6717-451a-9a83-146870c807bd" alt="Lake City Showcase" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"> </div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/b4f35e66-3c17-4e58-ab75-b653bcecce7e" alt="Lake City Showcase" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"> </div></div>

The Power of Community

We are blessed to have such amazing community partners! United Concrete has supported numerous literacy workshops by providing us stones to transform into classrooms resources. We have created alphabet stones to use in numerous ways within our classrooms. Story stones have been created to support oral language development, story telling and writing skills. Bringing natural elements into the classroom to use as teaching tools has been a marvelous adventure.<img src="/images/5d400666-5c4f-42c2-ad27-beaf1dc58e9e" alt="The Power of Community" width="704" height="688" style="width:704px;height:688px">

Drumming with Danikka and William

Forest Grove Elementary

Forest Grove students enjoy the engaging presentation from our WLFN drummers Danikka and William as we learned the Honour Song.<img src="/images/ce1a1302-38c5-45b2-8bc6-7a749304826f" alt="Drumming with Danikka and William" width="684" height="513" style="width:684px;height:513px">

Emergency Medical Responders

Lake City Secondary

16 students at Lake City are half-way through the course to be certified Emergency Medical Responders. Instructor Rob Cook nominates all 16 students as "LCSS STUDENT OF THE WEEK"!<img src="/images/1982d5c8-2d22-438d-a1c6-cc0fd73f4c1e" alt="Emergency Medical Responders" width="773" height="390" style="width:773px;height:390px;float:left"><img src="/images/ab71fb58-cd94-4782-924a-8c9d55f304b4" alt="Emergency Medical Responders" width="420" height="388" style="width:420px;height:388px;float:left">

Welcome Ms. Shilpa Rodriques

Cataline Elementary

Cataline Elementary School would like to welcome Shilpa Rodriques to our school community. Cataline Elementary and SD27 partnered with Thompson Rivers University’s TWINQ Project (Teachers with International Teaching Qualifications) connecting and introducing international student teachers to British Columbia teaching standards.Ms. Shilpa is learning and working along side Ms. Kirsty Hopkins and her grade 2/3 class. Ms. Shilpa was introduced to a wonderful first day of learning, participating in a school drumming presentation hosted by WLFN, an outdoor learning lesson, and many warm ‘Hellos’ and introductions from staff and students.<img src="/images/25828eb9-5fc0-4dd2-92ed-8aed85cfd1b5" alt="Welcome Ms Shilpa Rodriques" width="618" height="618" style="width:618px;height:618px;float:left"><img src="/images/0f250e89-3d6a-4947-a5dd-b5c9477bb020" alt="Welcome Ms Shilpa Rodriques" width="507" height="609" style="width:507px;height:609px;float:left">

Independent Elective

Lake City Secondary

Fiona has been throwing up a storm in her independent ceramics block!This collection of wheel-thrown pieces shows her growth, dedication, and love for clay. From smooth curves to clean rims, each piece highlights the skill and care she brings to the wheel. We’re so proud of the beautiful work she’s creating—can’t wait to see what comes off the wheel next!<img src="/images/2d661665-305a-49b9-878b-835c14296ca4" alt="Independent Elective" width="633" height="844" style="width:633px;height:844px">

Being Flexible

Lake City Secondary

No heat in the Art Room meant students were working in the Commons at school. The upside- everyone got to see the masterpieces they were creating!<img src="/images/24b62fec-abff-4617-b652-6e4914704267" alt="Being Flexible" width="432" height="575" style="width:432px;height:575px;float:left"><img src="/images/cb7c2645-984c-4cfb-bede-2afa86138a92" alt="Being Flexible" width="753" height="565" style="width:753px;height:565px;float:left">

Students Dominate on the Court

Lake City Secondary

Lake City Secondary held a student versus staff basketball game before spring break. The students won 56-46 and one teacher commented "the staff played great but the youth of today just had too much". Great fun was had by all.<img src="/images/a7d8082c-57f6-42cc-bac0-b6705b3efb7a" alt="Students Dominate on the Court" width="362" height="544" style="width:362px;height:544px;float:left"><img src="/images/b84c44a3-d2ea-499d-a409-c47518945f55" alt="Students Dominate on the Court" width="820" height="547" style="width:820px;height:547px;float:left">

Mini-Sticks!

Cataline Elementary

As we enter interschool floor hockey season for intermediate students and the NHL playoffs around the corner, all students all excited for hockey! At Cataline, primary students have an opportunity to play hockey too! With the introduction of lunch time mini-sticks, primary students can run, pass, shoot and score their way to hockey success. It's been a fantastic way to burn energy, promote fair-play, and have fun!<img src="/images/53b2406b-c3ec-4500-9099-725215d2467f" alt="Mini-Sticks" width="674" height="674" style="width:674px;height:674px">

Gagaball

Cataline Elementary

Over the winter, staff and students were introduce to the dynamic and inclusive game of Gaga Ball! Cataline staff were introduced to the aspects of the game during an afterschool session, where they then immediately took their passion and excitement for the game back to their students. Gaga ball is now an integrated component of Cataline's PHE program, utilized during PHE classes and an active station during Fitness Fridays. Gaga ball promotes fun and active participation for all, while teaching fair play and sportsmanship.<img src="/images/41aaa581-f07d-44aa-b50d-298e1bfd6529" alt="Gagaball" width="681" height="379" style="width:681px;height:379px">

Letter Buddies

Cataline Elementary

Throughout the year, Cataline students have help foster and engage our primary literacy program through "Letter Buddies", a literacy buddy system where older students have been trained to mentor and teach our younger students letter recognition and phonics. Not only does this help reinforce the foundation literacy skills taught in the classroom, but also helps build relationships and a sense of community.<img src="/images/942f3a78-2389-4b8f-8195-55b77c7911fd" alt="Letter Buddies" width="638" height="638" style="width:638px;height:638px">

Friendship Soup!

Nesika Elementary

For the second year, Nesika made “Friendship Soup” with each classroom collaborating on making a hot meal to enjoy together. We love this new tradition! Lots of students were fed well and many tried new ingredients. Thank you for the support volunteer parents!<img src="/images/a4276a76-a5ce-4d0a-bce2-6c0920e0bfeb" alt="Friendship Soup" width="470" height="470" style="width:470px;height:470px;float:left"><img src="/images/92f5e8fc-3e7a-4d6d-9fc4-53cb3e676c13" alt="Friendship Soup" width="468" height="468" style="width:468px;height:468px;float:left">

Buddies Spread Kindness

Nesika Elementary

Mrs. McKinnon (Gr. 3/4) and Ms. Brown’s (Kindergarten) buddies helped make and hide these little reminders of kindness in the Nesika woods today. If you find one, please feel free to find it a new home or leave it in place for someone else to find a little spot of kindness! <img src="/images/36ef3839-8bd7-4ffc-a9f6-6f3729c9047c" alt="Buddies Spread Kindness" width="458" height="610" style="width:458px;height:610px;float:left"><img src="/images/decfe1a4-6487-42c0-ad69-eeb18ee711d6" alt="Buddies Spread Kindness" width="458" height="611" style="width:458px;height:611px;float:left">

Students Enjoy Dancing Together!

Nesika Elementary

All students thoroughly enjoyed the Valentine's Day dances, recently planned and orchestrated by our Student Leadership Club.<img src="/images/7a9a7a1b-e624-41d4-9a4b-06b02b62a4e6" alt="Students Enjoy Dancing Together" width="629" height="471" style="width:629px;height:471px">

Alternate Gathering

Skyline Alternate hosted the youth and staff from 100 Mile Storefront. Skyline youth were excited to be tour guides to the group. There were art activities (some glass may have been broken) and great conversations. What a respectful and wonderful group of youth. We plan to meet again soon.<img src="/images/8610f8a3-4f6b-4d93-8fdf-16441e264a62" alt="Alternate Gathering" width="404" height="464" style="width:404px;height:464px;float:left"><img src="/images/c8ab2aea-63aa-48f4-824a-5485d3dab16b" alt="Alternate Gathering" width="410" height="463" style="width:410px;height:463px">

Open Mic

Lake City Secondary

Lake City Secondary's student-run Open Mic featured many talented students showcasing their gifts. Two students performed dances, "Fancy" and "Jingle," for their peers.<img src="/images/4a81c408-1b22-4eb9-9a06-12faff2e1336" alt="Open Mic " width="612" height="459" style="width:612px;height:459px">

Humility

Mile 108 Elementary

Our theme for Term 2 is Humility (Wolf). As a whole school, we are exploring the connections between the Circle of Courage, our Code of Conduct, and the principle of humility (wolf) - recognizing that our words and actions affect not only ourselves but also those around us. It is about taking responsibility and growing from mistakes and with each other.Our shared art project visually represents the power of collective responsibility, demonstrating that when we work together with good intentions, kindness, and respect, we achieve more and foster a stronger sense of well-being for everyone.<img src="/images/255cdbd8-c4ab-4bbc-8cae-5166780b3ef9" alt="Humility" width="709" height="917" style="width:709px;height:917px">

Leading with Pride - SD27 SOGI Leads

SOGI Leads participated in another online session with Bryan Gidinski focused on fostering inclusive learning communities. Our discussion centered on the importance of nuanced understandings of SOGI-related terms and concepts, emphasizing the role of inclusive language in education. The session also highlighted the need to move beyond performative actions and ensure that days of recognition, like Pink Shirt Day, reflect a deeper commitment to fostering safe, inclusive spaces year-round.<img src="/images/f77e720b-309d-4e66-a3b5-81185733ff94" alt="Leading with Pride" width="724" height="333" style="width:724px;height:333px">

All Are Welcome

During our Ready, Set, Learn physical literacy "Winterfest" event everyone had an amazing time. This event created opportunities for all who attended. Being out on the ice with his family and peers and of course the amazing snowman had one little fella sharing the most infectious smile of the day. To see the joy on so many faces as they took to the ice made this event so special.<img src="/images/ed604c7e-ba3a-4f45-9fc6-b4d8d2f0e5c4" alt="All Are Welcome" width="599" height="606" style="width:599px;height:606px;float:left"><img src="/images/8d43a3bb-5c91-4c61-8073-6ed7aba00410" alt="All Are Welcome" width="399" height="601" style="width:399px;height:601px;float:left">

ADST: Fostering Growth Mindset and Engagement in Learning

Tatla Lake Elementary/Junior

ADST (Applied Design, Skills, and Technologies) activities in schools foster meaningful engagement in learning by encouraging creative, hands-on experiences. Students are challenged to think critically and solve problems creatively. They learn how to approach challenges, iterate solutions, and persist through difficulties, fostering resilience and independence. The ADST kids provided by SD27 Career Education Department are a great resource for teachers and the students thoroughly enjoy the projects! Tatla Lake students are currently learning about carpentry and making nail art.<div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/a5b84cef-fd2f-5ebd-80d5-3526b3cf3dff" alt="7qavkdxj.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/b66410ed-20e8-58cb-b752-f402dd828315" alt="ve5k5i3g.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></div></div>

Noodle Sports

Alexis Creek Elementary/Secondary

The first week back after Christmas break, we all went to the gym in the mornings to play together or walk together. This is how we start our days. Here students are playing noodle tag.<div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/3a83c5cb-14cd-5f98-8bc6-e96e0246a2cb" alt="rk51r1o9.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/4b1ff7ef-86a6-5005-ab97-602977e87b87" alt="g0tq4nl8.png" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></div></div>

Celebrating Lohri

Marie Sharpe Elementary

On January 13 Lohri is celebrated in India. This celebration marks the end of winter solstice and the beginning of longer days which also marks the time to harvest crops. Mrs Uppal brought this celebration to school today, bringing with her great music, delicious traditional food, and great learning for all of us.<div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/3c7d61e3-4002-58c6-b685-bb8ba40cf932" alt="m9t2b47d.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"> </div></div>

Ceramics and Sculpture 11/12

Lake City Secondary

Students in Ceramics and Sculpture 11/12 had time to design and create original pieces.<div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/252cdc0d-1832-503a-ba3e-a1a6ebfb12da" alt="qoyfeh0i.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/916fff60-32df-5146-a628-e4edd8f4e7b5" alt="j8uvwmif.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></div></div>

Building a Cookie House Together

Alexis Creek Elementary/Secondary

On Monday afternoon of the last week of school before Christmas break, we gathered together to build cookie houses. Each family grouping built and decorated a house together. Siblings, cousins, and singles had fun helping each other.<div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/fe861f0f-659f-563a-a5a8-1c0774016017" alt="y4ozn78f.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/bf5b34d3-b857-5dfd-91f3-ebb35b41233b" alt="blgwrs9p.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></div></div>

Little Buddies Visit PSO

Peter Skene Ogden Secondary

PSO was excited to host our little buddy kindergarten class from 100 Mile Elementary. Little buddies partnered with our Foods 11/12 class to decorate Christmas cookies. Little buddies then attended PSO's mini powwow with their big buddies.<div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/4442ec64-84b4-5924-8e9f-00c9d664bb62" alt="q8k7k84b.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"> </div></div>

Students Learn Online Safety with Safer Schools

Nesika Elementary

Our students and teachers from grades 5 and 6 participated in an hour-long Assembly-Webinar from “Safer Schools Together” on establishing safe, caring and respectful digital communities. We found it to be very engaging, informative and timely. Supporting a safe and inclusive learning community is an important part of our school plan for learner success.<div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/8d3f2de8-faee-5712-a1c1-ed1a70339a58" alt="y97dsr8g.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/fd1a1c2f-fef8-59f3-9ca3-ccbeb7f628c0" alt="f380kmib.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></div></div>

Students Learn Online Safety with Safer Schools

Building Community for our Deaf and Hard of Hearing Students

Jana Prokes, our amazing teacher for the deaf and hard of hearing, organized a field trip to facilitate relationship building for our deaf and hard of hearing students in our district. The students from 100 Mile House and Williams Lake worked on sign language, community building, along with lots of fun activities. In the photos, you can see Jana teaching the students sign language. This trip was so important for our students who often feel isolated at schools when they are the only students with hearing needs.<div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/83e87d01-5054-58ea-8005-db0aeda441a6" alt="hheqm7ph.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"> </div></div>

PSO Students Give Back

Peter Skene Ogden Secondary

PSO Students raised food donations in B block classes for the local food bank in a "Week of Giving". Students in PSO's Psychology 11 class collected donations from other classes and delivered donations this Friday.<img src="/images/a00e63fe-4613-5b7d-afab-8993d23c53ce" alt="3wgmdgcq.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit">

Inspirational Speaker - Michael Bortolotto

Cataline Elementary

Students at Cataline were gifted with the opportunity to listen to the inspiring Michael Bortolotto. Michael used his power of storytelling to capture our young audience, and speak to building resiliency. Using his first-hand experience of living with cerebral palsy, Mr. Bortolotto introduced our students and teachers to a simple four-step strategy that could be used to foster a more socially inclusive and safer school environment. It all starts with the power of a smile!<div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/854746e1-c2c4-5985-8eb7-b21d11a415a3" alt="s5y8jo85.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"> </div></div>

Inspirational Speaker - Michael Bortolotto

LCSS and Elementary Volleyball Playdown

Nesika Elementary

LCSS teachers Coach Burgar and Coach Anholt invited all elementary grade 6 girls volleyball teams to a collective play down with the LCSS volleyball teams. The older girls mentored the younger girls, and all the elementary girls were mixed onto teams so six games could be played at once. Following the play down, the LCSS girls showcased their skills in a game setting for the elementary girls to soak up. It was an absolutely thrilling experience for the younger students (and future Falcons!). Thank you to the site organizers and to our elementary coaches for a great season!<div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/9b5196eb-d5d1-55a9-80bc-a9d22ad0aa61" alt="8r2wxx2m.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/0f2ae224-1356-58c7-b9f2-e9afea1b6626" alt="x2vob7ns.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></div></div>

A Smile Will Go a Long Way

Chilcotin Road Elementary

Guest speaker Michael Bortolotto came and talked with our students about the power of a smile. Just because you might look different on the outside, the inside is the same. A simple act of smiling and being kind helps make people feel welcomed and a sense of Belonging. Michael shared his powerful story of being different in his school and some of the barriers he had to overcome. "Don't ever let anyone tell you that you can't do something". Thank you Michael.<div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/92a30577-2609-5303-bb9d-529e5d9d3312" alt="jgja7bvs.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"> </div></div>

Movember

Lac La Hache Elementary

Students and teachers wearing their mustaches in support of Movember which aims to bring awareness and support to the health of boys and men.<div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/b26214d6-8461-5702-b147-686cddde657c" alt="sepspxnl.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"> </div></div>

Learning in All Spaces

Marie Sharpe Elementary

Learning happens in so many places and in so many ways. Our amazing EA Tracy Campbell works hard to find access points in the curriculum for all the students she works with, and incorporates real-life skills like task completion, payment for jobs, and as seen here, shopping at the book fair with your payment.<div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/5304b5f4-a00e-51ab-91b3-1a6089fc40c0" alt="g2uuepfj.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"> </div></div>

Food for All

Marie Sharpe Elementary

Here at Marie Sharpe, we pride ourselves on providing nutritious meals in a stigma-free way. Thanks to a few great partnerships, and the support from our entire staff, we are able to provide hot meals twice a day to any student who needs it.<img src="/images/fd3e49ad-1880-43e9-9eaf-8e34d35ab323" alt="Food for All" width="714" height="535" style="width:714px;height:535px">

Siobhan McCambridge Hosts Art Show

Lake City Secondary

Students in Ms .McCambridge's art classes hung their creations for all to see. Students were challenged with a "Where's Waldo" theme as each masterpiece had a hidden cartoon character.<div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/8bdcfc15-a9c0-5a26-9d73-18dfc5a3f081" alt="ujuf3bmb.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"> </div></div>

Campfire Stories in Julia Jack's English Classes

Lake City Secondary

The first campfire is always personal stories or a discussion so expectations can be sorted out. Everyone must sit on the floor around the campfire - there is no getting up, no lying down, no washroom breaks - this equalizes the power around the fire. The dark room helps to set the atmosphere and encourages everyone to be brave enough to speak.Later stories may have a theme or involve research. Sometimes students can read from their written work to help keep the form. As they tell their stories, Julia teaches them techniques to help improve their delivery and structure.<div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/04647290-2144-5a85-8f55-01c5cab8d2f9" alt="srj1juj9.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"> </div></div>

Generosity is for Everyone

Skyline Alternate

One of the four principles from The Circle of Courage is generosity (contributing positively to others). After a great class discussion a group of students thought it would be a great idea to offer coffee, water and goodies to anyone that would like the offering. Students and staff set up a table in Boitanio Park and everyone had amazing conversation and connection. After that visit the youth decided it should become a weekly occurrence.<div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/1881b270-f5a0-5973-a7cb-8a9b7afceec8" alt="lsziuowl.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/57c92083-c5cd-5cc1-b182-65f130c97129" alt="ezwgnk37.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></div></div>

Sometimes You Just Need a Hug

Chilcotin Road Elementary

It is hard to function sometimes in an inclusive classroom. Their could be language barriers, anxiety, or separation issues from parents. Or maybe you have a combination of them all. Sometimes you just need a hug and a reset in order to make it through the rest of the day. Inclusive classes rooms means that all are welcome know matter what!<div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/e430a984-1dfb-54aa-b934-e7f5c651be1f" alt="m9a7x8fd.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"> </div></div>

Outdoor Learning Mobility

150 Mile Elementary

Walking field trips are a common occurrence in our school. With a generous parent donation, of a collapsible wagon, we are able to make sure all our students have the supplies they need each trip. This allows for all our students to access the beautiful outdoor areas around the school.<div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/dc07cd3b-06bf-538c-9636-9edf6ba87134" alt="3z4lgu7b.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/8890cda1-0d84-5ebf-8650-3dc74a406913" alt="bvjlagmg.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></div></div>

PSO Students Thrive in TRU Trades Programs

Peter Skene Ogden Secondary

PSO grade 12 students Jake Miller and Izaiah Ambrus are completing the Youth Train in the Trades program in Carpentry through TRU this fall. Both Jake and Izaiah are thriving in the program and are amazing examples of the opportunity trades programs can provide students to complete their learning and get ahead in their career goals.<div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/53e91cd7-014b-5585-857c-7d4224cea909" alt="ceqjbvt5.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/2f1d7e16-6224-5679-94f8-691886857590" alt="oj2r8t0m.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></div></div>

PSO Students Thrive in TRU Trades Programs

PSO Hosts Kindergarten Students

Peter Skene Ogden Secondary

PSO's Foods 11/12 and Art 11/12 classes enjoyed hosting 100 Mile Elementary Kindergarten students. Older students helped the visiting class bake cookies and do some face painting to get ready for Halloween. Some really important connections were made and we look forward to more collaboration.<div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/4b01f9a3-9e4f-5c4d-be0a-bf7c224956eb" alt="ykwjqjo6.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/713fcf06-e67e-5800-8de2-d150aad6b217" alt="npv2qr05.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></div></div>

Guide Dog Reporting for Duty

A student with a visual impairment is working with a guide dog at Lake City Secondary. She worked hard with the Lions Foundation of Guide Dogs in Ontario for 3 weeks of intensive training before bringing Orza to school. The staff and students at LCSS have worked hard to prepare and plan for having Orza at school! She is heading to all of her classes and is a awesome addition to the inclusive work happening at LCSS.<div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/d5736908-8aeb-59ae-bd0c-6b17a1574dc1" alt="cufqhyn9.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"> </div></div>

ERASE (Expect Respect & A Safe Education)

Tatla Lake Elementary/Junior

Our grade 5-7 students recently participated in an ERASE (Expect Respect & A Safe Education) online session. The session provided students with essential tools to recognize, report, and prevent bullying, discrimination, and harassment online. ERASE is a valuable resource for students, adults, and school staff, all working together to make our school a place where everyone feels valued and supported.<div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/0f80735e-d734-5666-8b0f-2b2c6124d786" alt="eom1evic.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"> </div></div>

Curling is a Life Sport!

Nesika Elementary

Ms. Nasuszny has an inclusive classroom with many students of differing abilities. Everyone had a fantastic time learning to curl, and everyone is excited to go back! Learning a life sport is just one of the ways Nesika students learn about comprehensive school health.<div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/0caa57ed-6f4f-54e1-b390-f4437ce2757a" alt="214cxprs.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/dc66f572-1b16-59c8-b996-98a97b647b98" alt="vwnzrzk4.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></div></div>

Day at the Nemiah Valley Traditional Village with Opening Ceremonies from Dalton Baptiste - Drumming, Scavenger Hunt and Water Blessing

Naghtaneqed Elementary/Junior

The Tŝilhqot’in National Government (TNG) planned a day at the Nemiah Valley Traditional Village with opening ceremonies from Dalton Baptiste, drumming, scavenger hunt and water blessing. Creating learning environments that enable students to develop a sense of belonging and ensure they see themselves in there cultural traditions, the curriculum and their community.<div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/8e75b3b1-cdb4-57a1-a040-26e49c9f4f72" alt="dfjisy8z.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/dd43157c-8650-580a-9c88-9229ee5ddc96" alt="0xfi493r.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></div></div>

Day at the Nemiah Valley Traditional Village

Twin Day at LCSS

Lake City Secondary

These triplets rocked Twin Day at Lake City! We just need one more hoodie to make them quadruplets!<div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/75ff8e31-2a9c-5c85-82bd-0f9acf6709ae" alt="aki84cln.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"> </div></div>

Taquito Friday

Skyline Alternate

Students are learning to make chicken taquito’s.<div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/317fba55-2c2b-53eb-9784-b920d1ad6a96" alt="swg2x41k.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/2952b1e3-f5a1-5feb-9a42-bc5d599f4d7f" alt="i91srdsh.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></div></div>

Appreciating The Ones We Work With

Chilcotin Road Elementary

We celebrated our teachers and other adults in our building today with a special gift. Thank you to all the great teachers out there and Happy Teacher Day Oct 5th!<div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/322ec132-1ebf-5d2d-92f2-4f70a91fae70" alt="23mdmcd9.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"> </div></div>

Celebration of Student Diversity

100 Mile Elementary

Students collaborated with their families to discover unique things about their backgrounds, sparking many “dinner conversations” with extended family members! The posters included places such as The Ukraine, Russia, France, Austria, Ireland, Finland, Germany, and Mexico. Children were proud to share traditions and knowledge about their heritage.<div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/e3b3de9d-f07b-5f80-bc3a-2305722e9e9a" alt="1kh29jjx.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"> </div></div>

Compassionate Systems Leadership

The district leadership team spent time before the start of the year beginning to learn about Compassionate Systems Leadership (CSL). A group of six principals were trained in CSL this summer and are the leads to embed CSL in our meetings and time together this year. They are engaging us in activities and practices to ground ourselves, connect with others, and include others' voices and ideas in conversations and decision-making.<div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/72bcf438-1adc-58fa-8f6e-46151550fb88" alt="zkxgjy5w.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"> </div></div>

Welcoming New Students

Mountview Elementary

On the first day of school, Mountview students noticed several new faces in the school. They decided to gather at the buddy bench to welcome the new students into the games they were playing. No one asked them to do this. We are so proud to see their kindness and thoughtfulness.<div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/bd871083-9c70-5d8c-9cf9-b528654a87c4" alt="78wd9jbm.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"> </div></div>

Terry Fox Cancer Fundraiser Kick-Off & Code of Conduct Trivia Assembly

Columneetza Junior Secondary

Today, we learned more about Terry Fox and his amazing accomplishments as an athlete and a Canadian.  We kicked off our assembly with a fundraising competition, some relay racing and donations for cancer research.  On Sept. 25th our school will participate in the Terry Fox Run to honour cancer research and many will be wearing their orange shirts in support of Truth & Reconciliation.  As well, part of our assembly focused on becoming better citizens by seeing which grade knew the Columneetza Code of Conduct the best through a game of trivia!  <div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/139bc85c-0c1f-51e0-9cae-f7e80cef36bb" alt="f08wlr8o.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"> </div></div>

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