- Agreement funding allocations confirmed for school districts June 22, 2017Government has confirmed over $355 million in funding allocations for all 60 school districts to restore class size and composition language under the agreement with the British Columbia Teachers' Federation (BCTF).
- Students benefit from enhanced Asia Pacific studies April 6, 2017Additional resources in Asia Pacific studies are coming soon to schools throughout the province, thanks to a new partnership between the Ministry of Education and the Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada (APF Canada).
- More funding en route to strengthen rural education April 5, 2017Students, families and residents in rural B.C. communities will benefit from a $3.4-million boost under the Rural Education Enhancement Fund (REEF) to ensure 11 schools remain open.
- New website tool for students and parents will track achievements in education April 5, 2017A new smartphone and tablet-friendly website will provide interactive information about student outcomes to make it easier for parents and students, as well as school districts, to understand and use information that will enhance education for students.
In preparation for the 2017-2018 School Year, please find the School Supply Lists as provided by Coast Mountains School District schools:
- Bear Valley School – 2017-18 Supply List (Kindergarten to Grade 12)
- Ecole Mountainview – 2017-18 Supply List (Kindergarten to Grade 6)
- Hazelton Secondary School – 2017-18 Supply List (Grades 8 & 9)
- Kildala Elementary School – 2017-18 Supply List (Kindergarten to Grade 6, English & French Programs)
- Kitwanga Elementary School – 2017-18 Supply List (Kindergarten to Grade 7)
- Majagaleehl Gali Aks Elementary School – 2017-18 Supply Lists (Kindergarten to Grade 7)
- Mount Elizabeth Middle-Secondary School – 2017-18 Supply List (Grade 7)
- Nechako Elementary School – 2017-18 Supply List (Kindergarten, Grades 1, 2 & 3)
- Nechako Elementary School 2017-18 Supply List (Grades 4, 5 & 6)
- New Hazelton Elementary School – 2017-18 Supply List (Kindergarten to Grade 7)
- Parkside Secondary School – 2017-18 Supply List… Continue reading
If you are a student who is required to take a Provincial Exam this summer, please read the information below. Additional information can be found on the Ministry of Education website.
Since all exams are electronic, you can locate the sample exams through the Ministry website link shared above. If you have never attempted an electronic exam, it is suggested that you take the time to practice with the ‘past exams’.
Electronic Exams:
All Grade 12 required Provincial Exams will be administered electronically.
Exam Centre Location:
Northwest Trades & Employment Training Centre (NTETC), 3120 Highway 16 East, Terrace
Important Notation:
For complete information about changes to the 2017 Graduation Program, please visit https://curriculum.gov.bc.ca.
August Exam Schedule:
August 14 and 15, 2017 – access the following link for information regarding the August 2017 Provincial Exams Information.
Please email Mr. Geoff McKay, District Technical Skills Administrator… Continue reading
TELUS is pleased to extend an offer for mobile services in conjunction with the BC School District Employee Purchase Plan. Under this offer, BC School District Employees may purchase a mobile service plan and take advantage of significant discounts when compared to regular consumer plans. Please access the following link to the July 2017 TELUS flyer for details regarding the School District Employee Purchase Plan:
TELUS BC School District Employee Purchase Plan – July 2017 Flyer
As part of the July 2017 TELUS offering the following promotions are available (please reference the flyer for detailed terms and conditions):
- Apple iPad offer
- Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8+
- New models of iPhones added to the $300 discount
- New smartphone part of the $400 discount
- TELUS Home Solutions offers a $250 bill credit
PLEASE NOTE … for further details and should school district employees have questions, please contact your local dealer… Continue reading
Please be informed of the 2017 Summer Hours for the Board of Education Office as follows:
July 4 to August 25
8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday
Closed for Lunch – 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m.
The Board of Education Office will be closed to the public
from July 17 to August 11 inclusive in conjunction
with the 2017 District-Wide School Summer Closure scheduled
to accommodate maintenance activities during that time.
Note: The Board of Education Office will be closed on Monday, July 3 in lieu of the July 1 Canada Day Statutory Holiday.
Should you require additional information, please contact Carole Gagnon, Executive Assistant at the Board of Education Office at (250) 638-4401 or via email at carole.gagnon@cmsd.bc.ca.
Happy summer holidays to all:)!
The Student Learning Survey (formerly called the Satisfaction Survey) is a survey for students in Grades 4, 7, 10 and 12, their parents and staff. This survey has been administered annually in B.C. public schools since 2001. It is the only source of province-wide information on in-school process and the learning environment.
In addition to providing planning data for districts and schools, the survey has been used by the Representative for Children and Youth to report on the well-being of youth in B.C., by the Ministry of Health to support healthy schools initiatives, and by other organizations.
The survey is open until May 26, 2017 and covers a range of topics, providing a comprehensive picture of the educational experience in B.C. public schools. Questions were developed with input from partner groups, teachers and experts in educational measurement and special education.
All responses are protected under the Freedom… Continue reading
