Martin Morigeau Elementary

About

Martin Morigeau Elementary School is located at 4891 Beatty Ave., P. O. Box 69, Canal Flats, BC V0B 1B0. The school highlights “Curiosity, Community, Character” as core values and describes a vision of children flourishing and reaching their full potential as knowledgeable, caring, resilient contributors to a global community. MMES states its mission is to meet the needs of each student through hands-on, experiential, place-based learning connected to the local community, and the principal notes an “open door” philosophy and encourages families to participate in PAC meetings.

At a Glance

School type: Public School (Rocky Mountain)

Education language: English

Religious affiliation: None / Secular

Grades: K-7

Phone: 250 349-5665

Email: crystal.woodworth@sd6.bc.ca

Principal: Crystal Woodworth

Programs and Services

StrongStart (early learning) MMES offers a StrongStart program facilitated by Jillian Larson, focused on helping families build connections with other families in the community. Student support / special education The school lists student support services including a school counsellor (Sue Bradley) and a school language pathologist/speech therapist (Marcia Madson). The school also notes access to external supports. Indigenous education and support MMES provides Indigenous Education Support (Kelsey Olson) and identifies Indigenous community link support through a community worker (Lori Sluth), along with an Indigenous Education Support Worker (IESW).

School Culture and Expectations

MMES emphasizes the values of Curiosity (interest in learning new things), Community (belonging and care), and Character (being trustworthy and reliable). The school also provides a Code of Conduct for students and families (linked as a downloadable document).