Nak'albun Elementary
Nak'al Bun Elementary School is an Independent School
located in Fort St. James, British Columbia. It has been run under the
jurisdiction of Nak'azdli Band since 1994. Nak'al Bun Elementary School has
approximately 75 students from Grades K to 7. The school provides many
positive features that are characteristic of any smaller school.
The following is a list of the benefits of Nak'al Bun
Elementary:
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Small class sizes and a small staff to student ratio.
The average class is approximately 12 students and may be as low as 7
students and as high as 20. Many classrooms have a Teacher Assistant in
addition to a BC Certified Teacher.
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The school adheres strictly to the BC curriculum in
all subject areas.
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Language Arts is leveled so that students are working
at their appropriate level, allowing them to accelerate at their own
pace.
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The students receive help in areas they may be having
difficulty if necessary.
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Students are tested regularly using a variety of
standardized tests to assess and monitor progress.
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Carrier Language and Culture is an important aspect of
the school. Students learn the language, as well as many specialized
activities and historical components of the Culture. This program
instills not only knowledge, but also pride in the culture, leading to
an increase in self esteem. Activities such as net setting, ice fishing,
rabbit snaring, beading, cooking, drum making and traditional medicines
are only a sample of the activities offered.
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The school has a fully functional up to date library
and a computer lab with high speed internet, as well as computers in all
classrooms.
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The school is set on the shores of Stuart Lake, and is
equipped with Cross Country Skis and Snowshoes for the classes to enjoy.
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Students go skiing bi-annually at the local ski hill
and skating bi weekly throughout the winter.
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All students participate in annual field trips.
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The school has a daily hot breakfast program that is
provided free to all students as well as a free hot lunch 1 day per week
and a paid hot lunch 1 day per week
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There are a variety of extra curricular activities
available to students.
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A new school is in the developmental stages, and
construction is set to begin in April 2009.
If you have any questions regarding the programs offered
at the school, please feel free to contact the school at 250 996 8441. We
would be glad to be of any assistance.
Contact Information
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Telephone
- 250-996-7171
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Fax
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250-996-8010
- Postal address
- P.O. Box 1329, Fort
St. James, British Columbia V0J 1P0
- Physical address
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284 Kwah Rd, Fort St. James, British Columbia V0J 1P0
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- Email:
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