Thornhill Elementary

About

Thornhill Elementary is located at 2906 Clark St, Terrace, BC V8G 3S1. The school site shares information for families through sections such as Welcome, Guiding Principles, Code of Conduct, Responsibilities, Transportation, and newsletters/PAC updates. Thornhill Elementary emphasizes a school community grounded in respect, safety, citizenship, and equality.

At a Glance

School type: Public School (Coast Mountains)

Education language: English

Religious affiliation: None / Secular

Grades: 4-6

Phone: 250 635-5082

Email: surinder.dhaliwal@cmsd.bc.ca

Principal: Surinder Dhaliwal

Programs and Services

Breakfast Club (food programming) Thornhill Elementary lists a Breakfast Club as a school program. Salad Bar (food programming) Thornhill Elementary lists a Salad Bar as a school program. Terry Fox Run Thornhill Elementary lists the Terry Fox Run as a school program/event.

School Culture and Expectations

Thornhill Elementary’s Code of Conduct highlights four core expectations: Respect, Safety, Citizenship, and Equality. The code states that students should treat people and the environment with respect, contribute to a safe school environment, and participate positively in the school community. It also emphasizes fairness and equal treatment regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or ability.

Transportation, Parking, and Getting Here

The district transportation department notes that school buses are provided to students living outside city boundaries; families within Terrace city boundaries are directed to consult the Terrace Regional Transit System. Families can apply using the district’s online bus application, and bus schedules are posted/updated on the district transportation page. The district also describes bus passes/transportation cards (assigned each September) and a bus notification option (My Bus Stop App) for route changes.

Enrollment

The district message posted on the school site states that pre-registration is held for all schools and directs families to contact their child’s school (via the district’s school/principal contact links) if they have questions or need clarification.