2020-24 Our Story Is Beyond Education

COWICHAN VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT
OUR STORY IS
BEYOND
EDUCATION
STRATEGIC PLAN 2020-2024

XE'XE'SMUN'EEM
Our Sacred Children
The Cowichan Valley School District recognizes, and gives thanks,

that we work, live, and play on the traditional lands of the Coast
Salish peoples, specifically the lands of the Lake Cowichan,
Penelakut, Halalt, Lyackson, Stz'uminus, Malahat, and Quw'utsun
peoples. We dedicate this work to our First Nations, Inuit and
Métis, and all children in the Cowichan Valley School District.
THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE
The Board of Education is proud of public education in the Cowichan

Valley. We see the inspiration, innovation, creativity, and success of
our students in every one of our schools.
As a District we are always challenging ourselves to be even better

for our xe' xe' smun'eem, our sacred children. We developed this
Strategic Plan through extensive consultation with students, staff,
parents, and community members. The commitment and enthusiasm
shown in developing this plan has demonstrated how deeply
passionate our community is about the education and well-being of
our children, our youth, and our community.
We are pleased to have a clear, strong, collective vision and plan to

guide us forward. We will celebrate the success of our plan over the
next four years with our community, because our story is beyond
education.
Thank you for engaging with us.
Candace Spilsbury Barb de Groot Elizabeth Croft Randy Doman

Chair Vice-Chair Trustee Trustee
Rob Hutchins Johanne Kemmler Joe Thorne

Trustee Trustee Trustee
The Cowichan Valley School District proudly serves over 8000

learners. The voices of those learners are woven throughout this
Strategic Plan and it is our hope that you hear what they have to say
about their futures.
This Strategic Plan was developed through the most comprehensive,

future-focused, engagement exercise the District has ever
undertaken. Our learners, staff, parents, and community shared their
vision for the future and then told us what skills and attitudes would
be needed to get there. Finally, they shared how as a community, we
could help make that future become a reality.
On behalf of over 1200 employees and our 23 unique school

communities, we invite you to be an active part of our community
and help prepare our learners for a world they will create.
OUR
STORY
BEYOND
EDUCATION
PREPARING OUR LEARNERS FOR A WORLD THEY WILL CREATE
OUR MISSION
OUR STUDENTS ARE AGILE AND PREPARED TO TRANSITION
TO A FUTURE OF THEIR CHOOSING
OUR LEARNERS ARE COMPASSIONATE

COLLABORATE
CONTRIBUTE
THINK CRITICALLY
CREATE AND INNOVATE

ARE LITERATE ACROSS DOMAINS
WE VALUE
EQUITY
Each learner receives what they need to develop to their full potential
RELATIONSHIPS
Interactions that are grounded in integrity and compassion
ENVIRONMENT
Respect and care for the natural world that honours our historical place
HARMONY
Building peaceful communities that support well-being
INCLUSIVENESS
Creating conditions that allow for a strong sense of belonging for all
WE BELIEVE
All students can learn

In supporting the whole child
In holding high and achievable expectations for all
Learning experiences should be engaging, purposeful and reflective of
voice and choice
In the importance of Indigenous ways of knowing
We all play a role in supporting student learning
In using strength-based approaches
Strength is found in diversity
THE EDUCATED
CITIZEN
OUR COMMON PURPOSE
Thoughtful, able to learn and to think critically, and who can communicate
information from a broad knowledge base
Creative, flexible, self-motivated and who have a positive self-image
Capable of making independent decisions
Skilled and who can contribute to society generally, including the world of
work
Productive, who gain satisfaction through achievement and who strive for
physical well-being
Cooperative, principled and respectful of others regardless of differences
Aware of the rights and prepared to exercise the responsibilities of an

individual within the family, the community, Canada, and the world
OUR PRIORITIES
LEARNING
INDIGENOUS WAYS OF KNOWING
CULTURE OF CARE
FUTURE-FOCUSED SYSTEM
OUR PATH
THE LEARNING JOURNEY
LEARNING
ENSURING VOICE AND CHOICE FOR ALL LEARNERS

To develop competent, agile learners who are creative, critical and
social thinkers that have the capacity to be global citizens
OUR PATH
LEARNING
ENSURING VOICE AND

CHOICE FOR EVERY
STUDENT
Develop competent, agile learners who are creative, critical and social
thinkers that have the capacity to be global citizens
Enhance early learning opportunities and partnerships
Focus on foundational learning in literacy and numeracy
Focus on applied learning and authentic real-world learning experiences
Create well-designed learning environments that are:

Profoundly personalized
Learner-centred
Inclusive
and Social
INDIGENOUS
WAYS OF
KNOWING
NUTS'A' MAAT SHQWALUWUN KW TST YAAYUS

WORKING TOGETHER WITH ONE HEART, ONE MIND, ONE THOUGHT
CONNECTEDNESS AND RELATIONSHIPS TO ONESELF,

FAMILY, COMMUNITY AND THE NATURAL WORLD
Embrace Indigenous perspectives and knowledge as part of our
history and recognize Indigenous content is integral to our learning
journey
OUR PATH
INDIGENOUS WAYS OF KNOWING
NUTS'A' MAAT SHQWALUWUN KW TST YAAYUS

WORKING TOGETHER WITH ONE HEART, ONE MIND, ONE THOUGHT
CONNECTEDNESS AND RELATIONSHIPS TO ONESELF,

FAMILY, COMMUNITY AND OUR NATURAL WORLD
Embrace Indigenous perspectives and knowledge as part of our history

and recognize Indigenous content is integral to our learning journey
Critically examine our own biases, attitudes, beliefs, values and practices
to facilitate truth and reconciliation
Address the inequities of outcomes for our Indigenous learners
Create safe, flexible and culturally-responsive learning environments
Deepen our understanding of environmental stewardship, place-based

historical knowledge, language, and culture
CULTURE OF CARE
RECOGNIZING THE IMPORTANCE OF RELATIONSHIPS

Foster healthy, safe, and resilient communities that build on the
unique identities of our learners allowing them to thrive
OUR PATH
CULTURE OF CARE
RECOGNIZING THE
IMPORTANCE OF
RELATIONSHIPS
Foster healthy, safe, and resilient communities that build on the unique
identities of our learners allowing them to thrive
Acquire a deep understanding of our learners by developing healthy

relationships
Create healthy work and school environments that promote wellness
Enhance mental health opportunities and partnerships that support well-

being
Continue to create and promote safe and inclusive learning environments

for our diverse community
FUTURE-FOCUSED
SYSTEM
WORKING TOGETHER AS A WHOLE SYSTEM
Create nimble and dynamic environments that embrace change and
foster innovation to enhance student learning
OUR PATH
FUTURE-FOCUSED SYSTEM
WORKING TOGETHER AS
A WHOLE SYSTEM
Create nimble and dynamic environments that embrace change and

foster innovation to enhance student learning
Ensure all operational plans and procedures are cohesive and aligned with
the strategic direction of the district
All decisions are evidence based, child focused, and culturally and
environmentally responsive
Continue to enhance the capacity of the system where all members of our
organization are committed to our primary purpose of supporting our
learners
2557 Beverly Street, Duncan BC, V9L 2X3
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COWICHAN VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT

STRATEGIC PLAN 2020-2024

The Cowichan Valley School District recognizes, and gives thanks,

The Board of Education is proud of public education in the Cowichan

As a District we are always challenging ourselves to be even better

We are pleased to have a clear, strong, collective vision and plan to

Thank you for engaging with us.

Candace Spilsbury Barb de Groot Elizabeth Croft Randy Doman

Rob Hutchins Johanne Kemmler Joe Thorne

The Cowichan Valley School District proudly serves over 8000

This Strategic Plan was developed through the most comprehensive,

On behalf of over 1200 employees and our 23 unique school

OUR LEARNERS ARE COMPASSIONATE

CREATE AND INNOVATE

All students can learn

Aware of the rights and prepared to exercise the responsibilities of an

INDIGENOUS WAYS OF KNOWING

ENSURING VOICE AND CHOICE FOR ALL LEARNERS

ENSURING VOICE AND

Enhance early learning opportunities and partnerships

Focus on foundational learning in literacy and numeracy

Focus on applied learning and authentic real-world learning experiences

Create well-designed learning environments that are:

NUTS'A' MAAT SHQWALUWUN KW TST YAAYUS

CONNECTEDNESS AND RELATIONSHIPS TO ONESELF,

NUTS'A' MAAT SHQWALUWUN KW TST YAAYUS

CONNECTEDNESS AND RELATIONSHIPS TO ONESELF,

Embrace Indigenous perspectives and knowledge as part of our history

Address the inequities of outcomes for our Indigenous learners

Create safe, flexible and culturally-responsive learning environments

Deepen our understanding of environmental stewardship, place-based

RECOGNIZING THE IMPORTANCE OF RELATIONSHIPS

Acquire a deep understanding of our learners by developing healthy

Create healthy work and school environments that promote wellness

Enhance mental health opportunities and partnerships that support well-

Continue to create and promote safe and inclusive learning environments

Create nimble and dynamic environments that embrace change and

2557 Beverly Street, Duncan BC, V9L 2X3

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