Dr. D.A. Perley Elementary

About

Dr. D.A. Perley Elementary School is located in Grand Forks, BC (Po Box 908, Grand Forks, BC V0H 1H0). The school describes its focus as providing students with exceptional learning experiences and opportunities, while helping them engage and connect with each other and the community. School administration also emphasizes working together to maintain an emotionally and physically safe environment where everyone feels respected and valued, while upholding high academic and behaviour standards.

At a Glance

School type: Public School (Boundary)

Education language: The school offers the standard elementary program and includes “Second Language – French/Russian” for Grades 4–7. The sources do not describe a bilingual/immersion program or English language learning (ELL) services.

Religious affiliation: None / Secular

Grades: K-7

Phone: 250 442-2135

Email: shawn.lockhart@sd51.bc.ca

Principal: Shawn Lockhart

Education Languages

The school offers the standard elementary program and includes “Second Language – French/Russian” for Grades 4–7. The sources do not describe a bilingual/immersion program or English language learning (ELL) services.

Programs and Services

**Arts Education (Music/Visual Arts) and Music/Drama** Perley offers Arts Education (Music/Visual Arts) from K–7. The school also provides 100 minutes of music/drama instruction each week in a dedicated music room where students sing, dance, act, and play instruments. **Indigenous Education Centre** The Indigenous Education Centre is described as a welcoming space for students to explore Indigenous culture through presentations, crafts, and cooking. The centre is also used for an after-school tutoring program and some community groups. **Library** The library is a central part of the school program, supporting book sign-out, research projects, stories, and learning conversations with the teacher-librarian. **Student support / special education** Perley describes an inclusive and supportive learning environment supported by a Learning Support team, along with a sensory room intended as a calm, safe space for students to regulate, explore, and learn. Staff listed for the school also include an elementary school counsellor, speech pathologist, child and youth counsellors, and special education staff. **Physical activity and extracurricular sports** **Swimming and ski/board opportunities** In spring, the school offers six swim lessons for all students at the local pool. Intermediate students participate in a downhill ski/board program at Phoenix Ski Hill. **Breakfast program** The school offers a breakfast program (e.g., toast, fruit, cheese, smoothies, yogurt) for students who may be hungry in the morning, supported through grants and parent volunteers. **StrongStart** Perley provides a StrongStart program and shares StrongStart information and registration forms.

• Soccer (extra-curricular)
• Basketball (extra-curricular)
• Volleyball (extra-curricular)
• Track and field (the school hosts the District Track Meet)

School Culture and Expectations

The school states a commitment to an emotionally and physically safe environment where everyone feels respected and valued, alongside high academic and behaviour standards. The school also notes it is a “Peanut AWARE” school and asks families to refrain from sending nut products.

Transportation, Parking, and Getting Here

School District 51 provides school bus transportation and describes buses as a safe mode of transportation. To register a student for busing, families are directed to complete the Bus Registration/Change Form and the Transportation Protocols Form; forms are submitted to the school secretary. The district also provides processes for changing to an existing stop or requesting a new stop.

Enrollment

The school directs families to register by dropping by the school office to fill out/pick up registration forms. It states that families will need the child’s Birth Certificate and Care Card to complete the registration process. The website also posts student registration and consent forms (including proof of residency) under Important Documents.