Place-based learning uses the local environment and community as the starting point for teaching the objectives of the curriculum. We will provide resources and create opportunities for cross-curricular learning on the land while fostering relationships between school and community. Teachers are expected and supported to take more learning outdoors for all the health and learning benefits that come with spending time outside and in nature. Examples of this work include:
- Investment in equipment for outdoor activities and learning
- Ensuring all students have access to clothing, and footwear for outdoor activities
- Participation in the year-long Take Me Outside For Learning Challenge
- Support for educator participation in learning opportunities to build capacity for outdoor learning (Cariboo-Chilcotin Teachers Association workshops and network, Environmental Education Provincial Specialist Association (EEPSA) partnerships, Open Learning Store webinars, Outdoor Council of Canada certification, other)
- Interactive digital map of place-based learning sites, resources, and opportunities
- Relationships with community educators, organizations, and facilities to bring community educators into the classroom and students out into community settings
- Independent Directed Study (IDS) framework to honour community and cultural learning with graduation program credits
Explore the ways we are LEARNING BETTER TOGETHER in, on, with, and from the Cariboo-Chilcotin School District land and communities:
Outride - Riding for Focus
Naghtaneqed Elementary/Junior
Naghtaneqed School received 16 new bikes, helmets, and curriculum-based lessons from Outride, an organization that developed the Riding for Focus program.
Ms. Fast's Class - Salmon Release
Mile 108 Elementary
Throughout the school year, Ms. Fast's class has been learning about the incredible life cycle of salmon. With a fish tank right in their classroom, students had the opportunity to observe the salmon's development from tiny eggs to growing fry.
Garden Club is Growing
Columneetza Junior Secondary
The Columneetza Greenhouse is a well-used space by both the Garden Club and grade 7 classes who use the space to grow, measure, and reflect. Teachers like Shannon McCartney and Frances McCoubrey use the space with their students from everything science to creative writing.
Fun Learning Adventures at Gavin Lake
Chilcotin Road Elementary
The students had a fantastic time at Gavin Lake, learning about toads and frogs, practicing orientation skills, and trying their hand at archery. We finished the day with a long hike to a beautiful viewpoint.
Shipwrecked at Scout Island
Adventures in Literacy were enjoyed by all at our Ready, Set, Learn event, Shipwrecked at Scout Island. More than 140 participants joined us at Scout Island to search for lost treasure using the maps provided.
PSO Geography 12 Class Land Based Learning
Peter Skene Ogden Secondary
PSO's Geography 12 class met with David Majcher, a Stewardship Officer with the Ministry of Forests. Students spent the day in local community forests learning about the current state of our forests, traditional and First Nations land management practices, and sustainable practices for the future of
Outdoor Overnight at Scout Island
Cataline Elementary
Ms. Riley’s Grade 5/6 class spent the night at Scout Island (on the roof) after a full day of outdoor learning. Students took part in lessons about mammals and reptiles/amphibians, played lots of outdoor games, and spent time journaling.
LCS Junior Wildfire Program Wrap‑Up at Gavin Lake
Lake City Secondary
Students from the Junior Wildfire Program at Lake City Secondary have been training for the base requirements to become a Wildfire Crew Member. These dedicated students spent time after schools as well as Professional Development days.
Fabulous Frogs!
Families at Cataline StrongStart had the opportunity to learn about the frog life cycle. Close to the school, at the dairy fields, tadpoles were abundant. To ensure access for everyone, some tadpoles joined StrongStart for a few weeks.
Ready, Set, Learn "Shipwrecked in Centennial Park" Event
A massive shout out to all the families who joined us for a marvelous morning of treasure hunting and alphabet‑keys! With map in hand, families set off in search of three hidden treasure chests.
Butterfly Release
100 Mile Elementary
Families at 100 Mile House StrongStart have really enjoyed learning about the lifecycle of a butterfly. Students carefully observed the changes in their caterpillars over the past weeks. Students were very keen and eager to share the "tricky word" chrysalid as they changed their form.
A Bee-autiful Learning Opportunity
100 Mile Elementary
Learning opportunities sometimes arrive when we least expect them! Today, a colony of bees settled in our playground. After ensuring students remained at a safe distance, we contacted a local beekeeper who generously came to safely relocate the swarm.
Little Learners Under the Big Sky
Marie Sharpe Elementary
Ashley Merth's kindergarten and grade 1 students had an exciting local adventure! They have been learning about community helpers in class and extended that learning by taking the city bus through town, getting off at the TRU campus and walking to the Dairy Fields from there.
Growing Through Nature
Tatla Lake Elementary/Junior
Place-based learning continues to create meaningful and memorable learning experiences for students. Over the past several weeks, our primary class has been immersed in a hands-on science inquiry exploring metamorphic and non-metamorphic life cycles.
Silver Win for LCSS Band in Niagara
Lake City Secondary
Congratulations to our Lake City Secondary band as they won silver in Nationals in Niagara Falls this past week! Your learning and diligence in practice under Ms. Eilers paid off! Thank you to Ms. Eilers for all your hard work with our students.
Growing Season at Cataline
Cataline Elementary
It began in doors during the late winter months and is now transitioning outside now that spring is upon us. Cataline teachers and students have been actively participating in various gardening activities, from Mrs.
Spring Outdoor Learning
Cataline Elementary
Spring is here, and with that comes more opportunities for outside learning. Cataline teachers and students continue to take learning outdoors, from planting flowers and creating beautiful works of art, to examining new signs of life and observing the little critters that roam our local school
District Team Exploring Nature-Based Social Emotional Learning
A teacher from each school was invited to be part of an exciting District team. Members were sponsored by the district to attend 4 x 60 minute virtual sessions on November 3, 10, 17, 24: Social Emotional Learning Strategies through Nature-based Learning.
Outdoor Classroom Fun!
Chilcotin Road Elementary
Mrs. Hutchinson’s class has been taking advantage of the amazing weather by spending as much time as possible in our outdoor classroom! We have been exploring literacy and math activities using nature, while also experimenting with gravity through play and discovery.
Spring Education Outside!
Marie Sharpe Elementary
Mrs. Merth's and Ms. Goertz's classes were at Scout Island on Friday! We are so luck that we have access to this incredible space. Students really do thrive on these days and they have fun while learning also!
PSO Environmental Science at Quesnel River Research Center
Peter Skene Ogden Secondary
PSO students in Environmental Science travelled to the Quesnel River Research Centre in Likely. They worked a day in the life of a hatchery worker! They also listened to a presentation by one of the PhD students working there about the impact of wildfires on salmon development (not good!)
Taking Care of Our Earth
Chilcotin Road Elementary
On Earth Day, students showed they are good stewards of the land by working together to pick up garbage around the school grounds. They took pride in helping keep their environment clean and welcoming for everyone.
Taking Care of Our Earth
Chilcotin Road Elementary
Students honoured Earth Day by carefully drawing something from nature that was meaningful to them, such as a tree, animal, or body of water. They took time to observe details and show appreciation for the natural world through their artwork.
Grade 7 Earth Challenge
Columneetza Junior Secondary
Again this year, Grade 7 students have been participating in learning and field trips with the learning intention of helping the planet. The learning series is in partnership and friendship with Scout Island, Gavin Lake, Cariboo-Chilcotin Conservation Society, and Waste Wise.
Outdoor Classroom
Cataline Elementary
With the snow and ice finally off the ground, Cataline teachers and students are taking advantage of our outside classroom. Teachers are leading lessons outdoors. Students bundle up, prepare for the Spring weather conditions, and head outside, participating in regular instruction.
Bird Watching at Scout Island
100 Mile Elementary
Mrs. Anderson recently embraced the elements—wind, chill, and all—to take advantage of a beautiful, sunny day at Scout Island, engaging in hands-on learning about our local bird species and ecosystems.
Earth Day Challenge
Nesika Elementary
This year, teachers at Nesika were challenged to take learning outdoors for the day. The result was a full day of activities, including environmental education, nature-based literacy, a story walk, outdoor art, recycling and composting lessons, and classes held entirely outside.
Collecting Pitch
Lac La Hache Elementary
Students learned about T'exelc harvesting protocol. They learned how it is important to make an offering to the land/Creator prior to harvesting from the land. Students collected pitch from the trees around our school to make pitch medicine.
Outside for Spring!
Marie Sharpe Elementary
Due to our lack of access to forested areas here at Marie Sharpe, we are so lucky to have a bus that takes one or two of our classes to Scout Island EVERY WEEK! We love it!
Learning Outdoors
Columneetza Junior Secondary
Five classes gathered outside to enjoy the warmth of the sun while learning together in a calm, engaging environment. Students collaborated in teams, connected with nature, and participated in a balanced range of activities, some playing, some reading, and others completing academic work.
Earth Day Choose Your Own Adventure
Nesika Elementary
April brings us both Spring weather and Earth Day. At Nesika, we are embracing both by getting our classrooms outdoors in as many purposeful ways as possible.
Take Meetings Outside
100 Mile Elementary
This spring we’re experimenting with moving our staff meetings outdoors. Research consistently shows that spending time in nature improves focus, creativity, and collaboration.
Sensory Scavenger Hunt
100 Mile Elementary
Mrs. Simcox’s class has been out exploring with a Sensory Scavenger Hunt — and it’s so much more than just a walk outside. 🍃🐾 By slowing down and noticing what we can see, hear, feel, and smell, students strengthen focus, regulation, and observation skills.
Term 2 Focus - Wisdom & Our Land
Mile 108 Elementary
In Term 2, our whole school is focusing on Wisdom, inspired by the teachings of the Beaver. The Beaver reminds us of the importance of careful planning, persistence, determination, and steady, thoughtful work.
Gavin Lake Winter Adventure
100 Mile Elementary
Our Grade Wolf Pack had an unforgettable winter learning experience at Gavin Lake this week — where the land truly became our best teacher. Students snowshoed through forest trails, cross-country skied across open stretches, and explored snow science hands-on, discovering how snow insulates the
Grade 6 Students Thrive At Gavin Lake Winter Camp
Horse Lake Elementary
An extremely hardy group of grade six students from Horse Lake Elementary attended a two day winter camp at Gavin Lake last week. Despite frigid temperatures and wind-chill, the recent snowfall provided with students with excellent conditions for outdoor learning.
Pro-D at West Fraser
Lake City Secondary
Mr. Hutchinson hosted a Pro-D event where they toured the West Fraser plywood plant. They learned about the process of manufacturing plywood, from felling the trees to shipping the plywood all around the world.
Gavin Lake Winter Camp
Columneetza Junior Secondary
Teacher leader Frances McCoubrey never misses an opportunity to get her class outside for learning. Gavin Lake Forest Education Center is a longtime SD27 Community Partner. The grade 7 outdoor camp has been an opportunity for our students and teachers to partake in over many years. This year, Ms.
Daily Walks For The Win
Columneetza Junior Secondary
Grade 8 & 9 math and science teacher Dylan Pritchard is taking his class outside to support their learning. 80 minute class blocks are long, and he wants direct instruction to stick.
Hands On Science
Cataline Elementary
Students are continuing to engage in exciting hands-on science learning with BC Science in the Classrooms. From fascinating solutions to owl pellet dissections, these organized, teacher-led lessons are capturing the minds of our young scientists.
Bull Mountain Hike
150 Mile Elementary
While cross country skiing was not possible Mrs. Davis and her Grade 3/4 class turned Bull Mountain into a great hiking adventure to the 'Mike's Maison' hut. With the help of Martin Kruus the class hiked several kilometers on the school snow shoes, investigated local ecosystems and animal tracks.
If You Build It, They Will Come
Anahim Lake Elementary/Secondary
We built a nest outside with our Science teacher, Mr. Hett, and look who landed in it?
Harvesting Pitch - Take Me Outside Winter Challenge
Tatla Lake Elementary/Junior
As one part of the Take Me Outside Winter Challenge, students headed outdoors for hands-on, land-based learning. They harvested natural tree pitch and will work together to make a healing salve, learning about traditional uses of local plants and the importance of respecting and caring for the land.
Horse Lake Grade 3 Students Hit The 99 Mile Ski Trails
Horse Lake Elementary
Twenty-five grade three students from Horse Lake recently participated in the 100 Mile Nordics' Ski S'Kool at the 99 Mile Ski Trails. Tracks were fast as students cross-country skied, many for the first time, under the direction of volunteers from the Nordics.
Skates and Sunshine
Mountview Elementary
A long-standing tradition at Mountview is winter skating on our outdoor rink. We finally had the perfect weather day: cold enough for good ice, and sunny enough to make it beautiful. Sheer joy.
Leading the Way Outdoors
JUMP! Canada has shared a beautiful report on our partnership to engage school and district leaders in meaningful outdoor learning at the start of this year. Enjoy the images and reflections. SD27 Administrator Leadership Retreat - End of Program Report
Outdoor Story Telling
Chilcotin Road Elementary
Students in Ms. Hutchinson's class enjoyed oral story telling outside. What a fun way to spend a morning.
Fresh Year, Fresh Tracks
Big Lake Elementary
Our students are kicking off the new year with crisp air, bright smiles, and cross‑country ski adventures here at Big Lake School. With every glide across the snow, they’re building confidence, perseverance, and a lifelong love of the outdoors.
Animal Habitats
Chilcotin Road Elementary
Ms. J's Grade 5/6 student scientists spent some time researching an animal of their choice. They learned about the animal and how they interact with their environment. Later students built their animal's habitat in the snow and shared their knowledge with peers.
Cross-Country Skiing & Biathlon Experience
Tatla Lake Elementary/Junior
From January to March—weather permitting—our students head out every Friday for cross-country skiing. These weekly outings allow students to build skills, develop confidence on the trails, and experience firsthand the joys of winter recreation in our community.
Winter at Scout Island
Marie Sharpe Elementary
Marie Sharpe students have a weekly opportunity to explore and learn at Scout Island Nature Center. Martin Kraus supports the learning there by sharing many resources and hands-on activities for the students in and around the nature house.
Early Learning Opportunities at Strong Start Centers
Beulah Smith, Early Learning Coordinator presented to School District Trustees and District Staff on how Strong Start Centers are providing rich learning environments that invite young children and families to participate in place-based learning grounded in B.C.'s early Learning Framework.
Frozen Art
150 Mile Elementary
Mrs. Davis took her Grade 3/4 class outside to create frozen pictures. Using various natural materials such as pine cones, grass, sticks and leaves, students created scenery pictures and then left them in a shallow pan of water to freeze overnight.
Animal Identification
150 Mile Elementary
Mary Forbes was in 150 Mile visiting classes to help them learn about winter animal identification. Mary's lessons on 'Poop and Prints' was engaging for all students, helping them learn how to identify various winter animals by the paw prints and scat they leave behind.
Outdoor Education, Anahim Lake-Style
Anahim Lake Elementary/Secondary
Just another day at school.
Footprints in the Snow
Marie Sharpe Elementary
Some curious students noticed different markings frozen in the school yard. After learning that they were deer tracks, they asked questions and took turns guessing how and when a deer might have made its way through the playground.
Winter Activities 2026!
Cataline Elementary
Students returned to the start of the new year - 2026 - to a fresh falling of snow. Teachers used this opportunity to get outside and participate in winter activities.
Scientist in Schools
Cataline Elementary
Cataline teachers have partnered up with BC Scientist in Schools, a hands-on science STEM program where students explore various themes connected to the curriculum, engaged through exploration and manipulation.
Garden Harvest Field Trip
Big Lake Elementary
Big Lake students visited a local homestead in Beaver Valley to harvest vegetables. By working together in the garden, students experience a sense of belonging—connecting with peers, the land, and the community in a shared purpose.
Winter Habitat
150 Mile Elementary
Students in Mrs. Davis's Grade 3/4 class took a walking field trip in the land around the school to find and investigate winter habitat for animals and other creatures. With an unknown on what they might find, their diligence in looking found them an old bees nest and winter activity from squirrels.
Man Tracker
Horsefly Elementary/Junior
Our kids like to play mantracker in the local forest area during PE class.
Outdoor Classrooms
100 Mile Elementary
In Mrs. Simcox’s outdoor classroom, the forest becomes a living learning space where big ideas are explored through play, collaboration, and place-based experience. As students build forts, they negotiate roles, share resources, and solve problems together.
Ready Set GO!
Chilcotin Road Elementary
No better way to spend a lunch hour then sledding! All I can say is "Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow!"
Trustee Show of Support
Cariboo-Chilcotin School District trustees sported their Take Me Outside for Learning shirts at the BC School Trustees Academy to show their support and enthusiasm for this priority in our district.
Finger Photo Frames
Cataline Elementary
Grade 1 students headed outdoors during a beautiful day. They participated in art time outside where the students made photo frames with their fingers to focus their drawing. Then they were to try to draw as many details as they could on a clip-board, focusing on their surroundings.
Snow and Time
Mountview Elementary
At Mountview, the students will take the gift of a fresh snow, combine it with a little time, and come up with the most amazing creations. Sometimes they make really fast sledding runs or the best snow angels. Other times it is the most impenetrable snow fort.
First Snow Snowmen
Cataline Elementary
Mrs. Sache's grade 1 students were the first students to explore and play in the untouched "first snow" of the school year. The students ventured out onto the playground first thing in the morning to explore the properties of snow and talked about why it sometimes works to build snowmen and not
Learning About the Life-cycle of Salmon
Alexis Creek Elementary/Secondary
Students at Alexis Creek School are going to raise Salmon. Here Martin Kruus is teaching the students about looking after the Coho Salmon eggs that are from this area. Students learned about the salmon's life-cycle.
Gathering Pitch and Making Salve
Alexis Creek Elementary/Secondary
Students gathered pitch from pine trees near the school grounds. Then they made salve with Michelle Frances.
Students Learning Math Outside
Forest Grove Elementary
Forest Grove students learn math principles using nature as a learning tool.
Take Me Outside for Learning Week
Cataline Elementary
During the week of October 20-24, Cataline teachers took learning outdoors! Teachers took their students outside to participate in targeted and intentional learning that was embedded into or extended their classroom instruction.
Journey to System Change for Place-Based Learning
Cariboo-Chilcotin School District is honoured to have the story of how we are intentionally growing place-based learning across our district in the BC School Superintendents Association journal InspirEd.
TMOFL Challenge - October 22, 2025
Cataline Elementary
Cataline teachers took learning outside! October 22, 2025 was Take Me Outside For Learning Day, and Cataline classes braved the strong winds and cooler weather to head outside for various learning activities.
French Vocabulary Comes Alive Outside
Marie Sharpe Elementary
Mr. Parkin’s class spent part of the day learning French vocabulary in a creative and hands-on way by taking their language lesson outdoors. Students explored the school grounds to find natural items that matched specific colour words in French, then sketched what they observed in their notebooks.
Autumn Scout Island Adventures
Cataline Elementary
Ms. LeBourdais and Mrs. Hopkins grade 1/2 classes went to Scout Island this past week. Students got to go on a nature walk and look at how the plants and animals are changing and getting ready for winter.
The Garden as a Learning Space
Nesika Elementary
Kindergarten teacher Mrs Routtu is working on revitalizing our garden space and Nesika - bringing it back to life and turning it into a learning space for all. On Take Me Outside for Learning Day, her class spent time sheltering from the wind in one of the green houses.
The Itsy Bitsy Spider
Chilcotin Road Elementary
Our school welcomed special guest speaker Mary Forbes into our classes. Mary taught our students about the amazing spiders that live here in the Williams Lake area. Students learned about different types of webs, body structure and the difference between venomous and poisonous spiders.
Learning to Listen Like Deer
100 Mile Elementary
As part of Take Me Outside Week, Mrs. Varney’s class stepped outdoors to explore how we can learn from the land by listening carefully—just like deer do.
Nature Based Mandalas
100 Mile Elementary
During Take Me Outside week, Mrs Dixon brought grade 6 & 7 students outdoors to create incredible artworks using only what they could find in their environment. Creating mandalas outdoors invites students to connect deeply with the land while engaging in mindful, creative learning.
CCSD Educators Participate in Classrooms 2 Communities Conference
Cataline Elementary
Educators from across the school district participated in professional learning through the Classrooms 2 Communities (C2C) conference. The keynote featured a presentation from Monique Grey Smith and then a number of choices for break out rooms.
Who Said Reading Has to Happen Inside?
Chilcotin Road Elementary
Students caught doing school work outside. What an amazing way to read a book. Outside under the sun, on top of the play structure. Thank you Mrs. Sayenchuk for taking your students Out Side for Learning.
TMOFL
Chilcotin Road Elementary
The teachers of Chilcotin Road were up for the challenge of taking kids out for learning! It doesn't take much, just get out and let the learning happen. The pictures speak for themself.
Giving Back
Chilcotin Road Elementary
Spending an afternoon with students planting Bulbs in the ground. Thank you to Ms. Johnston and Mrs. Porter for allowing me to be a part of this.
Who's In The Garden?
Lac La Hache Elementary
For take me outside for learning, students looked at different areas in the garden to see what creatures call it home.
Math in the Outdoors
Cataline Elementary
For Take Me Outside day, Ms Riley’s Gr 5/6 class took multi digit multiplication outside. Students went on a scavenger hunt looking for challenges hidden amongst our school grounds.
Leaf Man Takes Us Outside
Nesika Elementary
After reading Leaf Man, Mrs. Nasuszny took her grade 4/5 class outside for TMO4L. Students collected leaves and created art pieces…. Thanks to the wind our options were plentiful.
Exploring Creativity Through Place-Based Learning - TMO4L Week
Tatla Lake Elementary/Junior
As part of Take Me Outside Week, our primary students embraced the outdoors with a creative twist inspired by the book Not a Stick by Antoinette Portis. After reading the story together, students ventured into the forest to find their own “not a stick.
Bringing the Outside in
Marie Sharpe Elementary
Some of our littlest learners spent some time outside collecting materials for some indoor activities. Tied to story, science and sense of self, these works of art are posted on the walls in our hallways which also contributes to the students' sense of belonging and their pride in our school.
Building Habitats
Marie Sharpe Elementary
Some of our grade 1 & 2 students took a walking field trip over to Boitanio park where they used natural, found materials to create habitats for toy animals. They used their creativity to build habitats, keeping in mind their science learnings about what different species need in their environment.
Land Art
Marie Sharpe Elementary
Mrs. Goertz and Mr. Parkin's grade 6s learned about land art -- using natural materials to create sculpture. They walked over to Boitanio Park to create works of art using shape, line and colours to express their creativity.
Take Me Outside: Mandala Patterns in Nature 🌲
100 Mile Elementary
Mandala Patterns in Nature 🌲 Led by Mrs. Dixon, our Grade 6 & 7 students ventured to the local park to create stunning nature mandalas using leaves, fruits, and cones.
Take Me Outside - For Buddy Basketball
Columneetza Junior Secondary
Today, Ms. Khurana’s Grade 7 and Mrs. Uppal’s Grade 9 classes teamed up for a collaborative basketball session in P.E. outside on our basketball blacktop! The Grade 9 students took on leadership roles, sharing their skills and knowledge of the game with the younger students.
Take Me Outside Day at 100 Mile Elementary
100 Mile Elementary
Grade 6 & 7 French students, along with their kindergarten buddies, created stunning nature mandalas using leaves, fruits, and cones to explore patterns, symmetry, and creativity.
Exploring the Health of Bridge Creek: A Lesson in Stewardship
100 Mile Elementary
Mrs. Simcox’s class visited Bridge Creek as part of an outdoor learning lesson inspired by We Are Water Protectors by Carole Lindstrom. The students gathered by the creek to listen to the story and reflect on their role as water protectors.
Sit Spots at Nesika
Nesika Elementary
Ms. Kolinsky took her grade 1/2 class outside to find their sit spots. Sit Spots deepen our connection to nature, provide a regulation space for all of us, and foster a greater understanding of nature.
Music in Nature
Nesika Elementary
Today for TMO4L day, music teacher Vanessa Neufeld took classes outside to learn "spooky, scary, skeleton" on the ukulele.
Take Me Outside - Sticks and Tallies Math
Big Lake Elementary
During Take Me Outside Week, a group of primary students from Big Lake Elementary brought their math learning outdoors. Using sticks they gathered, students played "Sticks & Tallies" to practice creating and counting groups of five while working together in small teams.
Learning More About Trees
Big Lake Elementary
Big Lake Elementary was excited to welcome Martin Cruz from Scout Island to our community. Students excitedly went into the forests around the school being tree detectives, searching for clues to identify trees.
Reading in the Outdoor Classroom
Tatla Lake Elementary/Junior
Today our students took their library time outdoors! Surrounded by fresh air and vibrant fall colours, the intermediate students enjoyed their novel reading while the primary students gathered for story time in our outdoor classroom.
Turning Nature Into Sweet Treats
Lake City Secondary
Foods 12 classes engaged in outdoor learning at Scout Island. Torey Lee, a local clinical herbologist introduced students to the wide array of edible plants in our area, including Wild Garlic, Dandelion Root, Stinging Nettle, Rosehips, and Douglas Fir.
Take Me Outside
150 Mile Elementary
Mrs. Coulombe's Kindergarten/Grade 1 class took the opportunity to visit Scout Island during 'Take Me Outside' week. Students were led by Martin Kruus around Scout Island learning about animal habitat and interconnected ecosystems.
Take Me Outside for Learning Math
Tatla Lake Elementary/Junior
As part of Take Me Outside Week, our class took our math learning outdoors! Students explored the natural world around our school to create repeating and growing patterns using leaves, rocks, sticks, cones, and other found objects.
Project Wet (Part 2)
150 Mile Elementary
Jessica and Roland from HCTF (Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation) came back to 150 Mile to continue supporting teachers build their skills in teaching outdoor/place based curriculum.
Place-Based Learning at Gavin Lake
Tatla Lake Elementary/Junior
Recently our Grades 4–7 students had opportunity to visit Gavin Lake Forestry Education Centre. The three-day experience brought learning alive in ways a classroom simply can’t.
Farm to Classroom Learning
Lake City Secondary
Foods 12 classes had the opportunity to engage in outdoor learning while on a field trip to Soda Creek Sweet Corn Farm. Students learned about the unique micro-climate of the Fraser River bench that allows for a plentiful garden and crisp, sweet corn.
Exploring Physics Outdoors with Mr. Lord’s Class
Lake City Secondary
Mr. Lord’s physics students took their learning outside for a hands-on exploration of motion and velocity. Using a simple ball toss activity, students measured the time the ball was in the air and the distance it traveled.
Fall Leaves Inspire Colourful Learning
Tatla Lake Elementary/Junior
Our class enjoyed a lovely fall walk to explore the changing colours of the season and collect leaves from around our school grounds. Back in the classroom, students used their collections to create individual fall leaf books, connecting their outdoor learning to literacy.
SD 27 at Outdoor Learning Leadership Conference
SD27 champions for outdoor and place-based pedagogy is learning and sharing our success in leadership and system change at the national conference in Banff.
Kindergartens & Grade 1s Create Repeating Patterns With What They Find in Nature
Marie Sharpe Elementary
This week, Ms. Brown's K/1 class explored during outdoor learning time! Students searched the school grounds to find natural materials like leaves, rocks, sticks, and pinecones. Using what they collected, they created beautiful repeating patterns.
Students Observing a Dragonfly
Marie Sharpe Elementary
This week one of Marie Sharpe's EAs Brianna Hall caught some students observing a Dragonfly. The students are soaking in all the Fall animals and nature they can before the snow falls! Thank you for sharing this with us Brianna!
Kindergarten Scavenger Hunt
Mountview Elementary
What better way to use problem solving, team building, physical activity, and play based learning than to do a scavenger hunt in the forest? What a blast our Kindergarten class had!
At One With Nature
Skyline/Storefront Alternate
Place-based learning and connecting with animals in nature are powerful tools to support Social Emotional Learning for youth. These approaches offer real -world , experiential opportunities that nurture emotional intelligence, empathy, self-awareness, and community responsibility
Building Communities
Cataline Elementary
Ms. LeBourdais class has been learning about needs and wants in our community during Social Studies. To wrap up the unit students built a community out of recycled cardboard. Parts of the building had to be things our community needs, and things our community wants.
Digging Into Place-based Learning
Tatla Lake Elementary/Junior
Students spent the day outdoors digging in the soil and planting bulbs through the Bulbs4Kids program. The excitement of getting their hands in the earth made this a joyful learning experience, and a wonderful example of place-based learning that connects students to the land and to the cycles of
The Forest Is Our Classroom
Nesika Elementary
Music teacher Mrs. Neufeld is taking her music classes outside each day for purposeful learning. Here we see a lesson with the grade 5/6 French Immersion class about reading music.
Salmon Trip 2025
Lake City Secondary
Students from Lake City Secondary worked with Department of Fisheries and Oceans, Scout Island Nature Centre, and UNBC's Quesnel River Research Centre over 3 days.
Primary Students Take Part in Harvest at Horse Lake Farm Cooperative
Horse Lake Elementary
Horse Lake's Kindergarten and Grade One students visited the Horse Lake Farm Cooperative to take part in the the fall vegetable harvest. The students learned about the growing cycle of plants, what vegetable plants look like before they are harvested, and how root vegetables are stored over the
Composting
150 Mile Elementary
Oliver from the Potato House visited Mrs. Neufeld's Grade 2/3 class to learn all about how to compost and what bacteria and other creatures help the process along.
Forestry Week Activities at Horse Lake Elementary
Horse Lake Elementary
Grade 4/5 students from Horse Lake Elementary got some hands-on forestry experience during Forestry Week activities organized by teacher Emma Raine. Professional Foresters Phil Johnston, Leanne Kaupp, and Lish Boutelier provided hands-on opportunities for students to measure tree heights and ages,
The Forest as a Classroom
Nesika Elementary
Nothing beats learning in nature, especially with the sun shining. Here we see Kindergarten and grade 1 students taking part in an ADST lesson about using materials safely, and building solid structures.
Day at the River
Skyline/Storefront Alternate
Skyline youth enjoyed a great day at Horsefly River discovering salmon chanceries and life cycle. The questions and learning are still ongoing.
PE & Plants
Students and their keen eyes spied strawberries growing along the hillside while on a walk. This discovery led to a comprehensive scan for medicines for both tea and salve!! Soon to be reported!!
Riding the Trails
Horsefly Elementary/Junior
The Horsefly students enjoyed riding the area trails following their week of learning in the Hub Bike.
Learning About Salmon
Horsefly Elementary/Junior
Horsefly students get hands-on learning about salmon including measuring all parts of the fish.
Salmon Run
150 Mile Elementary
Students from 150 Mile Elementary took a trip to Horsefly to view and learn about the spawning salmon. The run being quite large this year gave the students great viewing of the salmon in the river and lots of 'expired' salmon on the river's edge.
Welcome Back to a New School Year
Cataline Elementary
On Tuesday, Sept. 2, Cataline Elementary School welcomed back new and returning staff, as well as school district staff, to the first day of the 2025-2026 school year with a morning of connection, inspiration and hope.
Learning in the Outdoor Classroom
Marie Sharpe Elementary
Primary students at Marie Sharpe Elementary learn to co-operate, use their imagination, develop fine and gross motor skills and build relationships in the outdoor classroom right outside our front doors.
Growing, Harvesting, Learning Together
Tatla Lake Elementary/Junior
Our primary students got their hands dirty the first week of school as they harvested the carrots they planted last spring! Being outside together gave students a chance to connect their learning to the land, experience the seasons full circle, and celebrate the rewards of working (and learning!
Garden Science
Alexis Creek Elementary/Secondary
The gardening program at our school is well received by the staff and students. All elementary students are involved and included in this program. Planting and harvesting are always exciting times for everyone involved! Students are looking forward to eating the harvest!
Place-Based Learning at Alexis Creek School
Alexis Creek Elementary/Secondary
Staff at Alexis Creek School spent their first Pro-D day learning about different traditional uses of local plants from a Tl'etinqox Knowledge Keeper. We learned how red willow branches were woven together to make baskets for babies and baskets for holding fish.
Staff Learning at the Dairy Fields
Cataline Elementary
Cataline staff attended the Dairy Fields on our first day back at school to learn from archeologist Wesley from Sugarcane Archeology. Wesley shared some history of the land as well as Williams Lake, noting some historical sites and events between settlers in search of gold and the local indigenous
Follow the Leader
Columneetza Junior Secondary
Welcome back! We’re so excited for the 2025–2026 school year! Over the summer, Cariboo Chilcotin School District leaders paddled with joy and purpose, gliding their canoes through a stream full of lily pads.
Greening Our School: Student Capstone
Lake City Secondary
As part of their Capstone project, Winnie and Ivy partnered with WasteWise to make our school more environmentally friendly. They introduced sorting stations throughout the building to help reduce waste and improve recycling habits.
Building Skills and Connections Through First Aid Training
Tatla Lake Elementary/Junior
We welcomed our local community paramedic to teach a hands-on "Stop the Bleed" training session to our senior students. The session emphasized the importance of acting quickly and effectively in emergency situations.
Research Forest
150 Mile Elementary
Mrs. Coulombe and her Kindergarten/Grade 1 class went to the UBC Research Forest to learn about forest ecology and animal habitats. They also made some nature art! Great local opportunity for the students to learn outside!
Grade 4 Gavin Lake
Cataline Elementary
Cataline Elementary grade 4 students had the opportunity to pilot the new Grade 4 Gavin Lake Educational Spring Program. Cataline had the privilege of sending two groups of grade 4 students to experience the overnight learning adventure, participating in wall climbing, camping, and lichen modules.
Scout Island
Cataline Elementary
Cataline has been an active participant at Scout Island, engaging in numerous outdoor place-based learning opportunities supported by the amazing staff Scout Island nature staff. Students have been learning about various ecosystems, habitats, invasive species, and local plants and animals.
Five Senses and the Land
100 Mile Elementary
Ms. Dolinski’s Grade 2/3 class spent a peaceful morning immersed in nature at Centennial Park. Students found personal “sit spots” and quietly tuned in to the environment using all five senses—feeling the breeze, listening to birdsong, and observing the movement of trees and insects.
Nesika Celebrates Completion of WILD Schools Program
Nesika Elementary
Today was Nesika’s day to celebrate our four year HCTF WILD School journey. We are so proud of the growth our staff and students have made over this time to take learning outside in a fun and meaningful way!
Salmon Release
Lac La Hache Elementary
After nurturing and caring for our salmon from mere eggs, the students were excited to be able to release our salmon into the stream under the guidance of Martin Kruus from Scout Island, so that they can complete their amazing journey to the ocean.
Practical Learning at Its Best – EMR Course
Lake City Secondary
This year was the first year Emergency Medical Response (EMR) was offered by Mr. Rob Cook at Lake City Secondary. This hands on learning experience will not only give life long first aid skills to our students, but they can walk away as certified emergency medical responders, ready to work as a
WaterWise at the WL Community Forest
Nesika Elementary
We value the relationship we have with Jenny and the educators who run WaterWise. This relationship with community education allows us to take our students into community settings for place-based learning. Thanks WaterWise!
Family Fun Night!
Marie Sharpe Elementary
Marie Sharpe’s hardworking PAC planned a wonderful Family Fun Night and BBQ that was well attended by many families. Thank you to the PAC and many staff who helped make the event a memorable experience!
Dairy Fields Adventures
Cataline Elementary
Many classes from Cataline Elementary are taking advantage of our own local backyard ecosystems. Classes are regularly setting off towards our community Dairy Fields where students explore season changes, habitats and various ecosystems.
Golden Buckle Challenge
Skyline/Storefront Alternate
A few of the youth have decided to do the Cariboo Memorial Complex Golden Buckle challenge. Was a fun day walking in the woods.
Buddy Time at the Dairy Fields
Cataline Elementary
Mr. Armstrong's class weekly attends the Dairy Fields to participate in place based science and literacy learning. Bi-weekly, they bring their little buddies along to explore the dairy fields. We are lucky to be so close to an amazing place!
Fitness Friday Goes Outside
Cataline Elementary
Students at Cataline participate in circuit PE classes on Fridays. As the weather has warmed, we’ve been able to move circuits outside. Stations stay up during recess and lunch, giving students a chance to practice their slack line, badminton, and ladder ball skills among others!
PSO Junior Fire Crew
Peter Skene Ogden Secondary
Students from PSO have been working with BC WildFire Service in the Junior Fire Crew program. Student's learn from active fire service members, work on fitness and related skills to wildfire fighting, as well as receive accreditation in S100 and First Aid courses.
Fossil Dig
150 Mile Elementary
Mrs. Vath and Mrs. McKimm took their classes to a local area for a fossil dig. All students learned the proper etiquette and basic skills necessary to search for and identify fossils. Great hands on science!
PSO Participates in Earth Day
Peter Skene Ogden Secondary
Several classes took time out of their day to clean up around our school and surrounding community on Earth Day (April 22nd). Science 10 classes connected their acts of service to discussions around sustainability and connection to our home communities.
Collaboration in the Great Outdoors
100 Mile Elementary
In their journey to enhance outdoor education, two teachers, Ms. Speers and Ms. Hunt, have been walking together (figuratively AND literally!) in their quest for knowledge and experience. Ms. Speers was looking for some support to take her class to the park and Ms.
Outdoor Learning In Action – Playground Polygons
Tatla Lake Elementary/Junior
Today, our primary students stepped outside the classroom and into the sunshine and fresh air for a fun and hands-on math activity: Playground Polygons! Armed with sidewalk chalk and masking tape, learners explored geometry in a creative and active way.
Surviving in the Cariboo
Lake City Secondary
CORE students had the unique privilege of working alongside Elder in Residence, Aubrey Jackson, as he shared the art of fire-building—a skill rooted deeply in tradition and connection to nature.
Mystery Science
Cataline Elementary
Teachers at Cataline are enriching their science program using Mystery Science lessons and activities to help support their classroom programming. Students are actively engaged in fun and exciting place-based activities that help students challenge their inquires and explore and analyze their
All It Takes Is Some Extra Wood
Cataline Elementary
Cataline students were introduced to a kind gesture from a community neighbour when they arrived at school on morning. Noticing Cataline students love to make forts in the school forest, a friendly neighbour donated some spare, cleaned wood pieces for our students to use to support their creativity
Take Me Outside Winter Challenge
Tatla Lake Elementary/Junior
Students at Tatla Lake School embraced the outdoors as part of the Take Me Outside Winter Challenge! Sponsored by Take Me Outside, the challenge encouraged students across the country to connect with nature and stay active outside during the winter months.
Take Me Outside
100 Mile Elementary
At 100 Mile Elementary, the focus on outdoor education transforms learning into an exciting adventure. Mrs. Varney's kindergarten class takes full advantage of this emphasis on place-based learning, often venturing into the local park for purposeful lessons.
Get Me Gardening!
100 Mile Elementary
In Mrs. Simcox's class, gardening is a daily joy that brings numerous benefits to our students. As they dig in the soil and tend to our community garden, children connect with important lessons from the B.C. Social Studies curriculum.
Mountview Outdoor Rink
Mountview Elementary
Big smiles and sweaty brows from Mountview students enjoying our outdoor rink.
Forest Fridays
Mountview Elementary
Mountview is fortunate to have a forested area right behind our school where our students can play and learn. Each Friday afternoon, our K/1 classes head down and have fun learning during 'Forest Friday' activities. Big Douglas Fir trees help us learn big ideas.
Science In the Park
100 Mile Elementary
Visiting Centennial Park offers a fantastic opportunity for Ms Dolinski’s 4/5 class to engage with nature and meet key learning outcomes from the B.C. Science curriculum.
Spectacular Snow
100 Mile Elementary
In the Cariboo we are fortunate to live in a place where mother nature gives us a glorious winter season. PE outside, whole-school nature walks, lessons in kindness to the earth and each other, skiing lessons at our local Nordic Club - these are just some of the ways that teachers of 100 Mile
Columneetza Students Visit the Community of Esk'et
Columneetza Junior Secondary
Teachers Ms. McCartney and Ms. Billyboy took Columneetza students to visit elders and knowledge keepers at Esk'et in the Fall of 2024. Students got to learn about the land, hear stories about the territory, experience a drum circle and share the day with amazing community members.
Ms. McCoubrey's Grade 7 Class Rakes Leaves for Columneetza's Neighbours
Columneetza Junior Secondary
Ms. McCoubrey's Grade 7 students rake leaves for the school's neighbours and have a little fun while they are working. It is all of our responsibility to help one another.
Light Exploration "Under the Table"
Cataline StrongStart families thoroughly enjoyed the shadow play provocation set up under a table! Flashlights and items to cast various shadows were made available and WOW so much fun! The stories that were told while the shadows moved about we absolutely delightful.
Cariboo Compost Visits
Nesika Elementary
Thank you Oliver from Cariboo Compost for coming in and teaching lots of our students the benefit of composting! 🌿 We appreciate our community partnership!
Nesika Does The "Great Big Crunch!"
Nesika Elementary
Nesika joined in the cross-Canada fun by participating in the annual Great Big Crunch! Our students and staff all came together to enjoy a healthy crunchy snack (APPLES!) and celebrate the importance of good nutrition.
Simple Machines
Lac La Hache Elementary
Instead of just reading about simple machines in books, Lac La Hache students have been working with simple machines in real life situations. In the attached pictures the students experienced how much easier it was moving a heavy object with a pulley system as opposed to just brute force.
Cold Weather Training at Scout Island
Cataline Elementary
Scout Island educator Mr. Kruus leads Ms. Riley’s class in learning about cold weather exposure and how to react. Students learned how to ‘burrito’ a hypothermic person and carry them to safety. Students, as always, also enjoyed exploring the nature house and playing man tracker on the island.
Cold Science
150 Mile Elementary
During our recent cold snap, students at 150 Mile took to outside to investigate temperature and it's impact on objects. Determining the freezing time and effect on bubbles was a very engaging lesson by Mrs. Vath!
Playing Outside
Alexis Creek Elementary/Secondary
When it's cold outside and the sun is shining, it is fun to play and make snow angels.
Poops and Prints!
Cataline Elementary
Ms. Mary Forbes spent the week presenting to students about animal poop and prints local to the Cariboo. Even though the weather was cold, students were still able to engage with place based learning through Mary’s excellent hands on examples. Thanks for the visit, Mary!
Learning About Cold Stress
Nesika Elementary
Ms. Campsall’s grade 5/6 class had a full outdoor learning day at Scout Island. There they learned about “Cold Stress” - examining ice safety, hypothermia, and practiced how to treat a cold stressed person. Fantastic day!
Cross Country Skiing Day
Lac La Hache Elementary
The Lac La Hache Students had a wonderful day cross-country skiing with the 100 Mile Nordic Ski Society this week. The students enjoyed the lessons and greatly improved their skills.
Cross Country Skiing in Tatla Lake
Tatla Lake Elementary/Junior
Our school is proud to bring place-based learning to life through a weekly cross-country skiing program, supported by the Tatla Lake Ski Club. This initiative connects students with the outdoors while promoting physical activity and an appreciation for nature.
Measuring Water Levels
150 Mile Elementary
Students at 150 Mile were measuring water depth using sticks and relative comparisons to find the deepest part of the creek behind the school. While the creek is only about 20 cm at it's deepest, this ill advised, and unsuccessful, jump, resulted in learning first hand about very cold water and a
Ready, Set, Learn - WINTERFEST
The SD27 Early Learning Team, hosted "Winterfest" at the Cariboo Memorial Complex on December 13, 2024 to promote physical literacy. Families were welcomed into the arena and given equipment and opportunity to get out on the ice and skate.
Horse Lake Staff Members Participate in "Below Zero" Activities
Horse Lake Elementary
Several members of the Horse Lake Staff gathered on Professional Day for a workshop on taking learning outside with Below Zero Activities. Facilitated by Roland and Jessica from the Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation, the workshop provided participants with many outdoor activities that take
Scout Island Visit
150 Mile Elementary
Students form Mrs. Coulombe's K/1 class visited Scout Island to learning about animal behaviours and habitat through winter months, local ecosystems and walk the trails. Huge shout out to the staff at Scout Island for their dedicated work hosting our students.
Wild & Immersive Program at Tatla Lake
Tatla Lake Elementary/Junior
Students recently participated in a Wild & Immersive learning experience at Tatla Lake, where they explored their local environment through hands-on activities and practical skill-building.
Winter Poetry
150 Mile Elementary
Our Grade 2/3 and 4/5 "Reading Buddies" took to the outside for some language arts. Moving to the WLFN Creek area behind the school the students used the outdoors for inspiration for their poetry writing activity. The venue proved great for inspiring our students to write some very creative poems.
A Trip to Polley Mine
Marie Sharpe Elementary
After completing a unit on resource management, Mr. Parkin took his grade 5/6 class to Mt. Polley Mine for a tour. Students were treated to a full tour of the mine and its operations. This was an amazing day that enriched the learning and had students fully engaged. A huge thank you to Mt.
Animal Adaptations
Nesika Elementary
Winter weather is here, and classes are learning about local animal adaptations. Students in Mme Jones' class know that huddling up like a nest is a great way for small mammals to stay warm. As they demonstrate, it's good for fourth and fifth graders too!
Students at Scout Island
Chilcotin Road Elementary
Grade 5/6 students learning from experts in their field at Scout island. Excellent learning can happen outside the 4 walls of the classroom.
Sledding
Lac La Hache Elementary
It was wonderful to see how active and playful the students were after our first snowfall of the season. What a wonderful to turn our setting into a natural playground.
Deer Scavenger Hunt
Lac La Hache Elementary
Scout Island Environmental Educator Mary Forbes used the grounds around Lac La Hache school to help the students recognize various signs that demonstrated that deer had been in the area.
E3: Environmental Experience Exposure---Growing Day
Lake City Secondary
On a classic autumn day, a group of LCSS students were taken to Puddle Produce, a local organic vegetable farm to meet Brianna Van De Wijngaard. The students toured the site and then participated in some late fall garden chores in the lower fields along the Fraser River.
Nesika School Learns HCTF Project WET
Nesika Elementary
On Take Me Outside for Learning day, staff and students at Nesika participated in a full day of station rotations learning all about WATER. In Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation's (HCTF) "Project WET" workshop, educators learn all about teaching about water and watersheds.
TMOFL Grade 4's Living Their Best Life Outside
Chilcotin Road Elementary
Mrs. Ferguson's grade 4's are learning on the land. What a beautiful day to be outside. It doesn't need to be fancy, it just needs to be outside.
Local Learning Environment
Horsefly Elementary/Junior
The local environment can make an ideal setting for a PE class.
Learning Outdoors
With the immense help of Jessica and Roland from WILD Schools our students went outside to learn about habitat, life cycles and seasons. Activities ranged from walks, to scavenger hunts and immersive games.
Horse Lake Grade 5/6 Students Incorporate Outdoor Learning to Manage Emotions
Horse Lake Elementary
In Ms. Posnikoff and Mr. Helmer’s grade 5/6 class, students engage in a variety of activities that promote both academic and social-emotional learning.
Horse Lake Kindergarten Students Participate in the Potato Harvest
Horse Lake Elementary
Horse Lake Kindergarten Teacher, John Foote, took learning outside for his kindergarten students as part of their Science program. Students travelled to the Horse Lake Farm Cooperative and participated in the potato harvest.
Moving (Outside) in the Right Direction
Cataline Elementary
While participating in the Take Me Outside for Learning challenge, Cataline teachers continued their commitment to place-based learning and getting outdoors. Students were actively doing activities taking to the outdoors or bringing the outdoors into the classroom.
Planting During the First Snow
Cataline Elementary
Mrs. Sache and Mrs. Ulrich kindergarten and grade 1 students went to work outside, getting their hands dirty in preparation for spring. Even though the snow was falling, and fingers were cold and noses wet, students had so much fun digging holes, getting dirty, and planting their bulbs.
On the Land Learning and Playing
Chilcotin Road Elementary
Grade 5/6 went to Gavin Lake for a wonderful time of outdoor learning and play. They are building memories to last a lifetime.
Take Me Outside for Learning
Marie Sharpe Elementary
TMO4L Week got all of us outside for great learning opportunities. Classes spent time at Scout Island, walking through our neighbourhood to conduct polls, and all over our school grounds for math, art, and gym. Here we see Ms. Campbell's class taking in an amazing Fall Day while creating nature art.
Shelter Building
Lake City Secondary
Students in Carolyn Chupa's CORE 10-12 were tasked with creating outdoor survival shelters.
Fire Building With Core 10-12
Lake City Secondary
Students were challenged with the best way to build a fire in Carolyn Chupa's CORE class. Some students also took time to smudge.
Cataline TMOFL Week Challenge
Cataline Elementary
To expand on the Take Me Outside for Learning challenge, Cataline teachers were further challenged to get their classes outdoors for learning. Each day, teachers were encouraged to take learning outside using school and Take Me Outside resources.
Outdoor Investigations No Matter the Weather
Cataline Elementary
Mrs. Sache utilized Cataline’s outdoor learning structure to protect her students from the wet and cold weather to inspire outdoor curiosity. Students were able to sit and remain dry while exploring the properties of sunflowers and their seeds.
Tree and Insect Identification at Forest Grove Elementary
Forest Grove Elementary
Staff and students were able to spend the day in the park exploring and learning in the outdoors. Stations involved tree identification, insect identification, trapping and tracking, and a nature hike.
Hike in the Woods Searching for Mushrooms!
Naghtaneqed Elementary/Junior
Students enjoy searching for mushrooms and learning about trees, counting tree rings to learn the age of the tree.
Partnering with Local Experts and Knowledge Keepers
Mile 108 Elementary
Learning more about forest heritage and increasing awareness about this valuable and renewable resource.
Take Me Outside Today
Skyline/Storefront Alternate
Scout Island scavenger hunt was a perfect place to be for Take Me Outside Day.
Gavin Lake Forestry Camp - Outdoor School Program
Tatla Lake Elementary/Junior
Our grade 5-7 class spent three incredible days at Gavin Lake Forestry Camp, coinciding perfectly with Take Me Outside Day! The camp's outdoor school program provided an enriching learning experience, allowing students to engage in activities like archery, canoeing, beaver habitat exploration, and
Get Outside!
Anahim Lake Elementary/Secondary
Look what we get up to when it snows. Guest chef Stephanie visited us today, helping us to make buns, burgers and cupcakes. Then we got to enjoy cooking our burgers on the grill outside before indulging in all kinds games. Snow bowling anyone?
Scout Island
150 Mile Elementary
Mrs. Coulombe's K-1 class went to Scout Island to learn about habitat, local plants, and insects. The hands on learning activities are very engaging and fun for all levels.
Biodiversity in Our Environment
Nesika Elementary
Students in Mrs. McKinnon's grade 3/4 class have been learning about biodiversity and how all of the living things in our environment are interconnected.
Leaders Learning on the Land
A group of school and district leaders were honoured this summer to have Dancing Water Sandy take us out to gather medicinal plants and learn about their use. It was a special learning opportunity.
District Leadership Team Walking the Talk of Outdoor Learning
The District Leadership Team of PVP, Manager, and senior management spent time together in August engaged in outdoor learning to be able to bring the experience and activities back to schools and sites.
Fall Harvest
Tatla Lake Elementary/Junior
Our school enjoyed a fall harvest field trip to a local garden, where students had the opportunity to dig up root vegetables such as carrots, potatoes, and beets. The harvest was a hands-on way for students to learn about where their food comes from and the importance of local farming.
Cataline Goes Gleaning
Cataline Elementary
Mr. Wilson’s class took a trip today to Soda Creek Sweet Corn to participate in ‘gleaning’ (the process of collecting excess produce from farms to provide for those in need). The extra produce is donated to a variety of organizations and in part to the Williams Lake Food Bank.
PSO Salmon Dissection
Peter Skene Ogden Secondary
The Environmental Science 11 class at PSO learned about the life cycles and cultural importance of salmon. The highlight was the salmon dissection day!
Big Lake - Walking Together
Big Lake Elementary
After reading the story "Walking Together" several times by Elder Albert Marshall and Louise Zimanyi, Big Lake students completed a few different collaborative projects - nature murals and wild animals.
Lake City Secondary Candidates Forum
Lake City Secondary
NDP candidate Michael Moses answers questions from students.
Rose Hips
Alexis Creek Elementary/Secondary
We were on a field trip and came across some rose hips growing near the Chilcotin River. We know from some of Annette's teachings and her plant walks near Alexis Creek School, that you can make tea from rose hips. We decided to pick some and save them up for learning to make tea.
Nature Journals at Our Sit Spots
Nesika Elementary
After reading Me and My Sit Spot by Lauren MacLean and illustrated by Anna Panchuk, Mrs. McKinnon's grade 3/4 class ventured outdoors to choose a sit spot of their own.
Having Fun Being Kids
Skyline/Storefront Alternate
Kids just being kids.
Library Class Outside at Forest Grove Elementary
Forest Grove Elementary
Story time in our outdoor shelter with Mrs. V during the beautiful September weather.
Thursday Hike in Nemiah Valley, Students Were on a Mushroom Finding Expedition!
Naghtaneqed Elementary/Junior
Students observing and finding various mushroom species.