J V Humphries Elem-Secondary

About

J V Humphries Elementary-Secondary is a K–12 school in Kaslo, BC (Po Box 577, Kaslo, BC V0G 1M0). The school emphasizes the “development and evolution of learning opportunities” through partnerships with students, families, staff, and the broader community. The school also acknowledges, respects, and honours the First Nations in whose traditional territories the Kootenay Lake School District operates, and all Aboriginal people living within the district boundaries.

At a Glance

School type: Public School (Kootenay Lake)

Education language: English

Religious affiliation: None / Secular

Grades: K-12

Phone: 250 353-2227

Email: monica.doyle@sd8.bc.ca

Principal: Monica Doyle

Programs and Services

Early learning (StrongStart) StrongStart is a free early learning program for children ages 0–5 and their parents/caregivers, offering play time, circle time with songs and stories, crafts, and opportunities to build problem-solving and social skills. Families can register for StrongStart online. Student safety / reporting The school highlights ERASE, an anonymous reporting tool for students. Transportation (school bus) expectations Families using bus transportation must read and accept the district procedure and bus code of conduct as a condition of riding. Expectations focus on safe, respectful behaviour and include progressive discipline for misbehaviour; some buses have video cameras with microphones.

School Culture and Expectations

JVH describes its approach as building and evolving learning opportunities in partnership with students, families, staff, and community. The school/district also emphasizes respect and safety expectations for students who use school transportation, with a bus code of conduct intended to ensure rides are free from harassment, violence, or intimidation. The district acknowledges and honours the First Nations in whose traditional territories SD8 operates.

Transportation, Parking, and Getting Here

School bus transportation in SD8 is governed by a bus passenger code of conduct focused on safety and respectful behaviour. Riders are expected to arrive at stops at least five minutes early, follow driver seating directions, remain seated while the bus is moving, and cross the road only in front of the bus and on the driver’s signal (crossing behind the bus is not permitted). Certain items (e.g., small band instruments in a case, skateboards in an approved bag) may be allowed if they can be carried safely. Some buses have video cameras with microphones, and progressive discipline (including suspension of riding privileges) may apply for unsafe or inappropriate behaviour.

Enrollment

The school website includes a “Student Registration” link (including Kindergarten) and a separate option to register for StrongStart online.