Our District
Grassy landscapes with mountain backdrops are common backdrops west of Williams Lake
Welcome to the Cariboo-Chilcotin
Our district encompasses forests, lakes, plains, mountains and big sky across a geographic area the size of New Brunswick on the traditional and unceded territories of the Secwepemc, Tsilhqot’in, and Dakelh First Nations. Rich Indigenous culture, thriving small towns and rural communities, with boundless opportunities for fishing, hiking, and hunting provide a broad range of cultural and outdoor experiences. There is something here for everyone, which is why so many people come for a visit and end up living here for a lifetime.
Williams Lake and 100 Mile House are hub communities in the region.
The School District provides education to approximately 4600 students across 22 schools in a diverse geographical area about the same size as the Province of New Brunswick. The distance between our most eastern and western schools is over 500 km. Our teachers work in communities which range from a few families to one serving over 30,000 people. Our three smallest schools have less than 20 students while our largest has just under 1500.
Although many of our schools are in rural communities, most working and living conditions are similar to those in schools found in other parts of the province. A number of our schools are relatively new and a similar number have had recent renovation projects which have brought the quality of the facilities up to a high standard. Schools are well designed and are equipped with the materials and books necessary to implement contemporary instructional programs. Check out our Programs & Services.
Administrative Structure
The Board of Education of the Cariboo-Chilcotin School District (a.k.a. School District No. 27) is composed of seven trustees, representing all regions of our large district. As a Board, they are responsible to the communities and to the provincial government for providing educational services throughout the district. The schools’ principals and vice-principals are responsible for planning and implementing school programs suitable to the needs of their communities--check out Our Schools section for more information.
Mission & Values

MissionEnsuring all students have meaningful learning experiences, empowering them to succeed in an ever changing worldSchool District Visio[...]
Learn MoreStrategic Planning

The Framework For Enhancing Student Success (FESL) is set out by Ministerial Order and guides planning by school districts for continuous im[...]
Learn MoreBoard of Education

ABOUT THE BOARD OF EDUCATIONThe British Columbia Statement of Education Policy Order sets out the duties, rights and responsibilities for Bo[...]
Learn MorePolicies and Bylaws
All organizations, as a requirement of incorporation, are required to establish Bylaws in respect to specific matters. These are usually mat[...]
Learn MoreAdministrative Procedures
Section 200 - Communications and EngagementAP 210 - CommunicationsAP 240 - Volunteers in SchoolsSection 300 - Students, Instruction and Scho[...]
Learn MoreDistrict Contacts

Main Line #: (250) 398-3800Superintendent's OfficeChris van der MarkSuperintendent of SchoolsCheryl LendardonDeputy Superintendent of Sc[...]
Learn MoreCOVID-19
School District No. 27 values the health and safety of its students and staff. We continue to work closely with the Ministry of Education, M[...]
Learn More