David Hoy Elementary

About

David Hoy Elementary is a K–7 school in Fort St. James, BC (Po Box 880, Fort St. James, BC V0J 1P0). The school’s mission is to create a nurturing and safe community where everyone is respected and encouraged to reach their full potential as life-long learners—socially, physically, and academically.

At a Glance

School type: Public School (Nechako Lakes)

Education language: English

Religious affiliation: None / Secular

Grades: K-7

Phone: 250 996-8237

Email: davidhoy@sd91.bc.ca

Principal: Suzanne Burck

Programs and Services

Food program (breakfast/lunch) The school offers a simple “grab and go” breakfast and lunch, plus healthy snacks throughout the day. This program is designed to support students who may have forgotten their lunches or do not have food at school, and is intended as a supplemental support rather than a primary lunch source for all students.

School Culture and Expectations

The school’s Code of Conduct emphasizes students’ rights to learn, be heard, be respected, be safe, and have privacy/personal space. It outlines expectations such as listening to instructions, not disrupting others, treating peers respectfully, and avoiding threats or physical harm. The school also states students have the right to be free of discrimination (including on grounds such as ancestry, disability, race, religion, gender identity/expression, and sexual orientation) and to attend a school free of bullying, cyberbullying, harassment, intimidation, and violence. The code includes expectations around limiting distractions from personal digital devices (leaving devices at home or turning them in to the office upon arrival).

Enrollment

The school posts information about an out-of-catchment application period and directs families to click for more information. (Details and timing may vary by year.)