1727805055170.png


We are more effective when we work collaboratively and seamlessly to support student needs. We are ALL responsible for working together for the success of ALL students. Improving communication and access to common information, establishing effective instructional and support teams, and focusing on wrapping around and strengthening the core relationship of teacher-student-families will improve student success. 


We have developed a Framework for Collective Responsibility that will help guide the work we do from creating, implementing and monitoring School Plans for Learner Success, Local Education Agreements with First Nation communities, Individual Education Plans (IEP), and interventions by School-Based Teams (SBT). Common district assessments, with results made available in a timely and user-friendly format, support collaborative learning conversations by teams. Collective responsibility is a theme that emerges across all the other focus areas as we all do our parts toward common goals. Examples of this work include:

  • Focus for the current year on walking together
  • Collective Responsibility Framework
  • New district data warehouse and information management system 
  • Strengthened school-based team (SBT) processes
  • More opportunities for cross-school collaboration

Explore the ways we are LEARNING BETTER TOGETHER for the success of ALL learners in Cariboo-Chilcotin School District:

Safer Schools Together Visits 100 Mile House

100 Mile Elementary

150 Mile Elementary

Alexis Creek Elementary/Secondary

Anahim Lake Elementary/Secondary

Big Lake Elementary

Cataline Elementary

Chilcotin Road Elementary

Columneetza Junior Secondary

Forest Grove Elementary

Graduation Routes Other Ways

Horse Lake Elementary

Horsefly Elementary/Junior

Lac La Hache Elementary

Lake City Secondary

Likely Elementary

Marie Sharpe Elementary

Mile 108 Elementary

Mountview Elementary

Naghtaneqed Elementary/Junior

Nesika Elementary

Outback Storefront

Peter Skene Ogden Secondary

Skyline Alternate

Tatla Lake Elementary/Junior

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">On October 20th, 2025, a Safer Schools Together presenter visited 100 Mile House to deliver face-to-face presentations to students, staff, parents and caregivers about staying safe online. Around 200 grade 6 &amp; 7 students gathered at 100 Mile Elementary School in the morning for a student session and later in the day Peter Skene Ogden Secondary School hosted a session for Grade 8 &amp; 9 students, a staff session and a parent/caregiver session. The sessions were informative and covered caring for peers online and offline, the criminal and social consequences of cyberbullying, possession and distribution of intimate images, digital media habits, oversharing, digital addiction, the permanence of online posts/activity, the significance of your digital tattoo, geo-location settings and the dangers of social media misuse and cell phone misuse. Furthermore, the parent/caregiver session covered recommendations for family rules, parental controls, family tech plans, suggestions for monitoring children's digital life and current trends and concerning applications that can assist parents/caregivers in their digital parenting strategies.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/0a2406f3-6a22-4ca5-8d76-894fbdd90103" alt="IMG 4410 Hattie Darney" width="543" height="407" style="width:543px;height:407px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p>
IMG 4409 Hattie Darney

Building Belonging Through Honest Conversation

100 Mile Elementary

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">As part of our ongoing commitment to collective responsibility, our PVP team gathered virtually to begin an extended discussion of So You Want to Talk About Race. We recognize that leadership means not only guiding our schools but also engaging in the hard, necessary conversations that shape more equitable communities. By reading and reflecting together, we are working to deepen our understanding and create safe, respectful spaces where all voices are heard and valued. This is just the beginning of a sustained journey to ensure that every member of our learning community experiences belonging, dignity, and justice.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/30db2b7f-7bc6-4205-bd1b-b1ed4be6a766" alt="Building Belonging Through Honest Conversatio crystaldawn langton" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p>
Building Belonging Through Honest Conversatio crystaldawn langton

BCPVPA- Foundations for New School Leaders

100 Mile Elementary

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">In early July, I attended the Foundations for New School Leaders conference, hosted by BCPVPA, which centered on "Leading, Learning, Living in Relationship." One of the presenters, Carolyn Roberts from UBC, focused on circle work and is the author of Re-storying Education. The conference included sessions on psychological safety and decision-making, along with an exploration of leadership competencies aimed at growing the capacity of self and others. Participants engaged in case studies and reflections throughout the day, explored BCPVPA supports and services, and emphasized the development of a culture of curiosity and inquiry, concluding with a closing circle.</span></p>
IMG 5186 Debbie Dixon

Community Connections with Work BC

100 Mile Elementary

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The BC Curriculum for Career Education for Grades 6 and 7 emphasizes personal development, community connections, and leadership skills, all resonating with the Circle of Courage framework. This model promotes belonging, mastery, independence, and generosity, crucial for nurturing well-rounded individuals.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">In this context, students explore their strengths and preferences, linking them to potential career paths while understanding the influence of peers and family on their decisions. Recently, Mrs. Helmer, Ms. Hamm, and Ms. Loewen's classes participated in an engaging lesson led by Work BC. They learned about various job options, the skills required for specific careers, and how to create effective resumes and present themselves professionally.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This hands-on experience not only aligns with the curriculum’s focus on personal growth and community involvement but also encourages students to contribute positively to their surroundings. Overall, these lessons equip students with essential skills and a sense of purpose, preparing them for successful futures in the workforce and fostering a supportive community.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/46b4b155-26d7-42c0-8d72-a4ef26f069c9" alt="Community Connections with Work BC" width="731" height="336" style="width:731px;height:336px"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p>
Community Connections with Work BC

Field Leader Certification Training

100 Mile Elementary

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We are fortunate enough to live, work, learn, and play in a district with incredible natural beauty. Our district focus on Outdoor Education is not only about taking students outside for learning, but doing so in a way provides our students with high-quality, safe experiences. This month all of the principals and vice principals in SD 27 partook in the first of a series of trainings with the Outdoor Council of Canada to certify us each as Field Leaders for Hiking.</span></p><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/a4ab3e14-5f5e-5f70-a547-10fbc3bb2a3c" alt="ci1hdm75.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/f40efcb6-cd90-5aec-a7e9-9705aa49c620" alt="p8z7bo2v.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p></div></div><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p>
ci1hdm75.jpg

Denisiqi Services Society Receives BCPVPA Partnership Award

100 Mile Elementary

150 Mile Elementary

Alexis Creek Elementary/Secondary

Anahim Lake Elementary/Secondary

Big Lake Elementary

Cataline Elementary

Chilcotin Road Elementary

Columneetza Junior Secondary

Forest Grove Elementary

Graduation Routes Other Ways

Horse Lake Elementary

Horsefly Elementary/Junior

Lac La Hache Elementary

Lake City Secondary

Likely Elementary

Marie Sharpe Elementary

Mile 108 Elementary

Mountview Elementary

Naghtaneqed Elementary/Junior

Nesika Elementary

Peter Skene Ogden Secondary

Outback Storefront

Skyline Alternate

Tatla Lake Elementary/Junior

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">School District 27 PVP proudly congratulate Denisiqi Services Society on receiving a BC Principals' &amp; Vice-Principals' Association (BCPVPA) Partnership Award. This honour recognizes their commitment to collective responsibility—working alongside schools, families, and communities to support the success and well-being of every student.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Denisiqi exemplifies what it means to put students at the center of learning. Through programs like Youth Outreach and Land-Based Activities they provide culturally meaningful experiences and essential supports that address academic, social, and emotional needs. Their hands-on approach—whether guiding smudging ceremonies, drum-making, or beading workshops—celebrates cultural heritage while fostering inclusion and connection among all students.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Their ability to meet students and families where they are, offering flexible counselling, tutoring, and life skills programming, underscores the power of partnership in reducing barriers to education. Denisiqi’s collaboration with schools across the district is a wonderful example of how collective responsibility creates a stronger, more inclusive educational community.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Congratulations to Denisiqi Services Society on this well-deserved recognition, and thank you for your transformative impact on the lives of students and families in our district.</span></p><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/3922e277-c925-5631-b076-e480444b4743" alt="5sdzmm4c.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p></div></div><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p>
5sdzmm4c.jpg

Happy Halloween from the Board Office

100 Mile Elementary

150 Mile Elementary

Alexis Creek Elementary/Secondary

Anahim Lake Elementary/Secondary

Big Lake Elementary

Cataline Elementary

Chilcotin Road Elementary

Columneetza Junior Secondary

Forest Grove Elementary

Graduation Routes Other Ways

Horse Lake Elementary

Horsefly Elementary/Junior

Lac La Hache Elementary

Lake City Secondary

Likely Elementary

Marie Sharpe Elementary

Mile 108 Elementary

Mountview Elementary

Naghtaneqed Elementary/Junior

Nesika Elementary

Peter Skene Ogden Secondary

Outback Storefront

Skyline Alternate

Tatla Lake Elementary/Junior

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Board Office staff take great pride decorating the main entrance and lower hallway for the students of Marie Sharpe and Skyline to trick-or-treat. This years theme was Minions! With Superintendent Lenardon’ s direction of reduce and recycle for decorating, we were successful, with many staff sharing their Halloween decorations - even shredded paper was put to use. It was so much fun to see the 200+ costumes and smiles, especially when they received a sticker, mini candy, marshmallow bananas, and a full sized banana - to fit the theme!! Yes we fit fruit into the Halloween fun. Ba-na-na!</span></p><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/8570b878-661a-579d-95c8-feda47882892" alt="2yhgyynn.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/0029f579-070b-5a62-aaa5-b3b98e8f31e9" alt="cff5sbz6.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p></div></div><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p>
Halloween

Kindies, Cupcakes, and Collaboration

100 Mile Elementary

Peter Skene Ogden Secondary

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A collaboration between kindergarten and grade 12 students exemplifies collective responsibility by fostering a shared commitment to the educational growth of all participants. Mrs. Varney and Mr. Kline provided this opportunity through an afternoon of making cupcakes, where older students mentored younger ones, promoting accountability and leadership skills. This joint activity encouraged collaboration, allowing students to learn from each other’s diverse perspectives. The interaction not only enhanced social and emotional development but also created a rich environment for exchanging knowledge and experiences. Ultimately, this approach emphasizes that the success of one student is interconnected with the success of all, highlighting the importance of community in education.</span></p><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/e1864ffa-3856-58f7-bc36-17f0d32e867b" alt="civf3co7.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/e164b95f-aeaf-5677-89f8-5c50a249c17e" alt="08i4rusc.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p></div></div><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p>
08i4rusc.jpg

Creating Trauma-Informed, Resilient Schools

100 Mile Elementary

150 Mile Elementary

Alexis Creek Elementary/Secondary

Anahim Lake Elementary/Secondary

Big Lake Elementary

Cataline Elementary

Chilcotin Road Elementary

Columneetza Junior Secondary

Forest Grove Elementary

Graduation Routes Other Ways

Horse Lake Elementary

Horsefly Elementary/Junior

Lac La Hache Elementary

Lake City Secondary

Likely Elementary

Marie Sharpe Elementary

Mile 108 Elementary

Mountview Elementary

Naghtaneqed Elementary/Junior

Nesika Elementary

Peter Skene Ogden Secondary

Outback Storefront

Skyline Alternate

Tatla Lake Elementary/Junior

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Many SD27 staff participated in 3 separate sessions focusing on resilience with an emphasis on understanding how trauma impacts children and their school experience through the Circle of Courage model. Participants gained proactive strategies such as fostering connections, prioritizing social and emotional skills, establishing safety, and promoting play and learned the “how” in creating the best classroom and school supports for traumatized students and the school professionals who serve them. Participants learned how to assess students, create support plans, utilize strategies to collaborate with families and communities and collect and utilize outcome data.</span></p><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/c8b9695f-4b15-52a8-9091-8ce5c9fad931" alt="26whtpy9.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/95c23bd1-05a6-5f50-b2c5-b84133308fe5" alt="ti27bmom.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p></div></div><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p>
ti27bmom.jpg

Professional Boundaries Training for ALL SD27 Staff

100 Mile Elementary

150 Mile Elementary

Alexis Creek Elementary/Secondary

Anahim Lake Elementary/Secondary

Big Lake Elementary

Cataline Elementary

Chilcotin Road Elementary

Columneetza Junior Secondary

Forest Grove Elementary

Graduation Routes Other Ways

Horse Lake Elementary

Horsefly Elementary/Junior

Lac La Hache Elementary

Lake City Secondary

Likely Elementary

Marie Sharpe Elementary

Mile 108 Elementary

Mountview Elementary

Naghtaneqed Elementary/Junior

Nesika Elementary

Peter Skene Ogden Secondary

Outback Storefront

Skyline Alternate

Tatla Lake Elementary/Junior

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">All employees of Cariboo-Chilcotin School District engaged in training this Fall to ensure they understand their roles as members of the district team contributing to our workplace culture, service to and interactions with students and families, and public confidence in the system.</span></p><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/dc7e920d-6933-5427-8f75-d131f3dba3db" alt="j4tsxo4u.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/f3606208-ebcb-52a4-9870-103503c8dcab" alt="fg0aolmd.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p></div></div><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p>
j4tsxo4u.jpg

Community Support Brings Science to Life for SD 27 Students

100 Mile Elementary

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The South Cariboo Community Enhancement Foundation generously sponsored a Science World visit to schools in the 100 Mile area. Science World presented a "How to Science" show for Kindergarten to Grade 3 classes, and "Earth, Wind and Science" show for Grade 4 to 7 classes. See the full story in the </span><a href="https://www.100milefreepress.net/community/science-world-shares-love-of-science-with-south-cariboo-7571236" target="_blank" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">100 Mile Free Press</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></p><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/d3d9f855-db7f-5073-83f4-f03caa81963d" alt="109m2h4g.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/52afac9c-e994-5353-bef3-84b7d4b39c35" alt="zsoegzdw.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p></div></div><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p>
109m2h4g.jpg

Cariboo-Chilcotin Information Management System

100 Mile Elementary

150 Mile Elementary

Alexis Creek Elementary/Secondary

Anahim Lake Elementary/Secondary

Big Lake Elementary

Cataline Elementary

Chilcotin Road Elementary

Columneetza Junior Secondary

Forest Grove Elementary

Graduation Routes Other Ways

Horse Lake Elementary

Horsefly Elementary/Junior

Lac La Hache Elementary

Lake City Secondary

Likely Elementary

Marie Sharpe Elementary

Mile 108 Elementary

Mountview Elementary

Naghtaneqed Elementary/Junior

Nesika Elementary

Peter Skene Ogden Secondary

Outback Storefront

Skyline Alternate

Tatla Lake Elementary/Junior

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The District worked with Softlanding to complete a design solution for collecting and presenting information to staff. The District now has a fully automated data warehouse that collects and creates displays of historical information on all key metrics in the district plan and utilized by our staff. The warehouse is connected to online reports created with PowerBI. Access to high quality information will increase knowledge we have about students and will also reduce manual data tasks allowing time to be spent on higher value tasks.</span></p><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/2781693c-fd35-5823-a29c-ae1ff23ad234" alt="694s6d6g.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p></div></div><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p>
Cariboo-Chilcotin Information Management System

Walking Together into the 2024 2025 School Year

100 Mile Elementary

150 Mile Elementary

Alexis Creek Elementary/Secondary

Anahim Lake Elementary/Secondary

Big Lake Elementary

Cataline Elementary

Chilcotin Road Elementary

Columneetza Junior Secondary

Forest Grove Elementary

Graduation Routes Other Ways

Horse Lake Elementary

Horsefly Elementary/Junior

Lac La Hache Elementary

Lake City Secondary

Likely Elementary

Marie Sharpe Elementary

Mile 108 Elementary

Mountview Elementary

Naghtaneqed Elementary/Junior

Nesika Elementary

Peter Skene Ogden Secondary

Outback Storefront

Skyline Alternate

Tatla Lake Elementary/Junior

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We held our District Day on September 3 which saw more than 800 SD27 staff, including educators, support staff, operations, transportation, custodial, human resources, IT, finance, payroll, and administrative staff gathered at schools with all sites connected virtually for the morning. We were welcomed to the traditional and unceded territories the school district is on by Williams Lake First Nation Chief Sellars, Xeni Gwet’in Chief William, and Ulkatcho Chief Price who shared what they wanted staff to know as we began serving their children and families in this school year. Monique Gray Smith was the keynote speaker for the morning and emphasized Indigenous traditional knowledge and values, relationship with others and nature, and trauma-informed practice. Teams had time to talk during the morning and had lunch together (many outside for BBQs and picnics) before spending the afternoon preparing to bring the key themes to life in their schools and departments over the first days and weeks of the new year.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/a60b7623-9b7f-5c15-bf53-02dd40480d0e" alt="r237l0es.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p>
Walking Together into the 2024 2025 School Year

Celebrating World Teachers' Day as a Community

100 Mile Elementary

150 Mile Elementary

Alexis Creek Elementary/Secondary

Anahim Lake Elementary/Secondary

Big Lake Elementary

Cataline Elementary

Chilcotin Road Elementary

Columneetza Junior Secondary

Forest Grove Elementary

Graduation Routes Other Ways

Horse Lake Elementary

Horsefly Elementary/Junior

Lac La Hache Elementary

Lake City Secondary

Likely Elementary

Marie Sharpe Elementary

Mile 108 Elementary

Mountview Elementary

Naghtaneqed Elementary/Junior

Nesika Elementary

Peter Skene Ogden Secondary

Outback Storefront

Skyline Alternate

Tatla Lake Elementary/Junior

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">World Teachers’ Day is held internationally on October 5 to celebrate the work of teachers. In Cariboo-Chilcotin School District we recognize that the core relationship of education is between the teacher- student- caregivers. We also recognize that teachers have incredible support here from all the staff, especially at the school level, who wrap around and support that relationship and the work of teaching and learning. We extend a big THANK YOU to teachers and the colleagues who make their work possible and hope they enjoy these BC apples from Desert Hills.</span></p><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/1b97287d-179a-504e-840e-256ba0188d3a" alt="s2bep6wb.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p></div></div><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p>
s2bep6wb.jpg