The curriculum is rich, challenging, and diverse, providing students with instruction in:

Ministry of Education core curriculum:

  • Science
  • Mathematics
  • Social Studies
  • Language Arts (in two languages – English and SENĆOŦEN)
  • Physical Education
  • Personal Planning

Traditional Knowledge:

  • SENĆOŦEN Language
  • Coast Salish Art and Culture
  • Carving
  • Fishing
  • Traditional Basket Weaving
  • Outdoor Education

Recreational Activities:

  • Tennis
  • Golf
  • Indoor Climbing
  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Camping

Elective Classes:

  • Cooking
  • Sewing
  • Team Sport

Throughout the year students also enjoy field trips to historic sites, outdoor classrooms, museums, theatres, and galleries, as well as participating in a variety of celebrations, festivals, competitions, workshops, exchanges, and community events to enrich and enhance their schooling experience.

VALUES AND GUIDING PRINCIPLES

  • Encouraging the holistic growth and well-being of students

  • Exposing students to diverse opportunities outside of the classroom

  • Providing one-on-one and small group support to foster the individual strengths and needs of each student

  • Creating a learning environment that balances respect, consideration, leadership, discipline, and hard work with an overall sense of enjoyment and curiosity

  • Balancing the needs of every student to make learning successful

  • Creating an atmosphere of excitement about learning

  • Providing a positive system for each student

  • Creating opportunities for guided leadership