Dear parents and caregivers, this time has been incredibly difficult, and you may have many questions.
On Wednesday, February 25th, district staff will reach out directly to Tumbler Ridge parents and caregivers to share information about our three phased approach: returning to learning spaces, return to learning and then the broader community consultation sessions that will happen towards the end of March.
The District team will be reaching out directly to answer any questions about students’ schedule, the return to learning plan, and the safety, security, and supports available.
Updated information will continue to be added to our SD 59 Website. https://www.sd59.bc.ca/
Please ensure your contact details are up to date in the MyEd. If they are not, please send your updated information to mqiu@sd59.bc.ca or jendicott@sd59.bc.ca
Parent Trauma Recover Sessions
Parent and caregiver trauma recovery sessions are available Wednesday, February 25th presented by Safer Schools Together. These sessions are intended for parents and caregivers only and registration is required.
Tumbler Ridge Elementary
Tumbler Ridge Elementary will be open for students on Thursday, February 26th and Friday, February 27th from 10:30am to 1:00pm. More detailed information will be sent directly to families, including directions around drop-off and pick-up protocols.
Please note, the doors will be locked throughout the day.
Tumbler Ridge High School – Phase 1 Portables
Thursday, February 26th will be the first opportunity for students and families/caregivers to return to the new portable space between 10:30 and 1:00. In addition to the on-site security, a camera system will cover the portable space.
On Friday, February 27th, students will be welcome to attend for one block between 10:30am and 1:00. On Wednesday, we will let families know which block we are starting with, and which portable to they will attend.
On-Site Security and Safety Planning
Mountainview Safety Services have been contracted to maintain a perimeter around the entire school campus, including the elementary school, and the high school the phase 1 and phase 2 areas. Interior cameras are running in the elementary school, and a more robust camera system is underway.
The RCMP has conducted a security review of the portable area, and the Safe School Coordinator has worked with the administration around safety planning.
Distributed Learning
If you are interested in exploring Distributed Learning (online learning) you can also call the following numbers to access this from home.
We will have more information available in community for you to explore, this is an option.
- 250-219-6368 (Registrar)
- 250-782-5585 ext. 21138 (Secondary 9-12 Office)
- 250-782-0122 (Elementary K-8 Office)
- 250-262-6751 (Principal)
Fax Number 250-782-7221
E-mail spdls@sd59.bc.ca
