SPOTLIGHT

Head's Message

This week our community came together for a Truth and Reconciliation ceremony led by our Grade 10 students. Standing in front of the whole school to share words of reflection took courage, and it connected directly to our theme of the Explorer. Some of our students are new to the school and are still developing their English, yet they chose to take the risk of speaking, supported by their classmates. Their example reminds us that exploration is not only about new places, but also about stepping forward in moments that matter.

Truth and Reconciliation is one of those moments. This day is important for Indigenous people and for all Canadians. The Calls to Action challenge us to learn, to listen, and to take steps toward building better relationships. Our students demonstrated that meaningful action often begins with small but brave choices, like standing up to speak and ensuring every voice is heard.

We also hosted six international education agents from across the United States today. They visited several boarding schools on Vancouver Island and left with a strong impression of ours. Some of our students served as ambassadors, taking time to talk with the visitors, answer their questions, and share their experiences. The agents noted the maturity, impressive goals, and clear sense of the value of learning that our students expressed. 

The agents’ message was clear: some schools may have impressive buildings, but what truly matters is what takes place inside them. They were impressed by our school's focus on inclusion, belonging, progressive approach to education, and committed to meaningful learning through the IB framework. To be able to convey all these elements of our school in just a few short hours is a testament to the work of our teachers and students in the classrooms to establish such a welcoming and supportive environment. 

Josh Hart
Head of School