Port Edward Elementary

About

Po Box 520, Port Edward, BC V8J 1G9. Port Edward Elementary School is located in the village of Port Edward and is part of School District 52 on traditional Ts’msyen territory, with a partnership agreement with the local Aboriginal community dating to October 2001. The school describes itself as a small, multi-age (K–5) community school focused on meeting local needs and supporting students’ development of the Core Competencies. The school’s vision emphasizes that instruction matters and that all students are valuable, can be successful, and must be supported.

At a Glance

School type: Public School (Prince Rupert)

Education language: English

Religious affiliation: None / Secular

Grades: N/A

Phone: 250 628-3551

Email: jean.marogna@sd52.bc.ca

Principal: Jean Marogna

Programs and Services

Multi-age classroom model (K–5) The school operates a small, multi-age classroom model and aims to meet the unique needs of the community and students while enhancing development of the Core Competencies.

School Culture and Expectations

The school’s vision and mission emphasize that instruction matters, that students are valuable and can be successful, and that students must be supported in all ways. The school’s mission also highlights engaging the whole school community in learning, striving for personal excellence, and providing a safe environment for all. The school notes that school-community partnerships enhance learning for all students and that staff play a crucial role in student success.

Enrollment

The school notes that declining enrolment led to a new building opening in 2013 and that it currently has one K–5 class; no enrollment or registration steps are provided in the available sources.