SCHOOL DISTRICT5SOUTHEASTKOOTENAY

2026-2027

Framework for Enhancing Student Learning

2026-2027 Final FESL

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Career Development

The District ensures all students transition successfully from secondary school with core competencies and personalized career pathways.

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Early Learning and Child Care

The creation of school age care on school grounds reflects collaboration, innovation, and strategic planning to meet family and community needs.

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Environmental and Outdoor Education

The District fosters sustainability and student engagement through place-based and outdoor learning opportunities.

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Finance, Operations, Transportation and Information Technology

The District operates on a budget of approximately $100 million dollars annually. The utilization of these funds are prioritized to ensure equity and transparency.

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French Immersion Literacy

The District continues to increase public awareness of the French Immersion programs and support offered.

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Human Resources

The Human Resources Department advances equity, inclusion, and the success of each learner through diverse, skilled, and well-supported staffing.

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Indigenous Education

The District strengthens belonging and academic success for Indigenous Learners through culturally responsive supports and community partnerships.

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Learning Services

The District strengthens inclusive education by supplementing Learning Services to ensure equitable support across all communities.

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Literacy

The District is focused on improving students’ ability to be literate at each grade level with an initial focus on the primary years.

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Numeracy

The District advances equitable outcomes in mathematics by embedding culturally responsive, student-centred instructional and assessment practices.

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Transformative Learning – Digital Literacy

The District will continue to include elements of digital literacy using the BC Ministry Digital Literacy Framework as a guide. 

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Feedback from Indigenous Education Council (IEC)

The feedback from the IEC on the 2025 Framework for Enhancing Student Learning.