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Kootenay Columbia: School District 20

Motto
Supporting the journey of all learners.

School District Website
www.sd20.bc.ca/

About

Our school district is committed to serving learners in partnership with our community by providing quality public education. We value equity and fairness in educational opportunities, lifelong learning, education that honours diversity, student-centered learning and partnerships with communities.

Communities in the District 20
Number of Schools 16
Elementary 8
High School 3
Alternative 5
French Immersion 1
Number of Students 4,480
Number of Employees 450

Diversity

Our very safe communities still enjoy a reasonable cost of living – providing all of the necessities and many luxuries. This is a friendly place where you can get to know your neighbours. We are home to a major regional hospital with numerous specialists and equipment. Selkirk College provides post-secondary opportunities, and our communities host numerous provincial, national and international sports events.

Specialty Programs

In addition to regular programming, we offer French immersion, a Russian bilingual program, alternate education offerings from grades 4 to 12, distributed learning program, hockey program, ski academy, dance academy, international student program and three trades training programs. Our district is committed to creating professional learning communities at the school, district and regional levels.

Community Culture

Education is important to our communities and our students’ achievement is in the top 10% in the province. Our climate and breathtaking scenery offer a lifestyle that includes exceptional fishing, boating, kayaking, hiking, mountain biking and camping. We’re also home to championship golf courses, a world-class alpine ski resort and groomed cross-country ski trails.

Draw for Employees

Our employees enjoy a very supportive environment, great quality of life and a reasonable cost of living. You can participate in endless outdoor activities in our scenic four-season environment. We are serviced by two major airlines and are only a short drive away from Spokane, WA with its airport serving the entire USA.