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Kelly Creek Community School is located in qathet Regional District, 15 kilometers south of the City of Powell River and on the traditional territory of the Tla’amin Nation. Kelly Creek has seen a growth in our school population and is now at enrollment of 163 students from Kindergarten to Grade 7 (7 divisions). In addition to our school, we have a Strong Start Go program that comes here on Monday and Tuesday mornings, and a daycare operated by the YMCA as part of our facility. Our team of teachers, support staff and community coordinators work hard to provide a caring, inclusive learning environment for all learners.

Community schools are regular schools with special belief in, and emphasis on, the value of community involvement. Our community school is run by the Kelly Creek Community School Association (KCCSA). The KCCSA has a coordinator who works on many of the special offerings and programs. As a community school, Kelly Creek is a neighbourhood hub and offers a variety of programs and services to meet the specific educational, recreational and social needs of our students and the area we serve.

Additionally, our unique location allows us to provide intentional, place-based learning opportunities both in and beyond the classroom. We are fortunate to be surrounded by an incredible natural environment that includes coastal rainforest, Kelly Creek, a fish hatchery, estuary and beachfront, an extended forested play area, and an outdoor classroom. These spaces provide rich opportunities for students to connect their learning to the land and the community around them. Kelly Creek also offers an Outdoor Adventure Program through Division 1, which provides opportunities for students to develop leadership skills, gain a variety of outdoor education skills, and share their learning and experiences across the school community.

Our Learners

What we know

• Our learners are diverse, coming from all over Powell River and qathet Region
• 9% (14) of our learners are of Aboriginal Ancestry
• 18% (29) of our learners have documented exceptional need (and a learning plan)
• Some of our learners are not reading at grade level but most students are improving reading year-over-year with targeted instruction, a systematic approach, our MTSS team and interventions
• Most of our learners enjoy project/ place-based, rich and continuous outdoor learning opportunities, with many families seeking Kelly Creek for this reason
• Majority of our learners enjoy being at school (feel welcomed and safe)

Inquiry Question

How can high-quality literacy and numeracy instruction, combined with meaningful place-based learning and strong relationships, improve student achievement, engagement, and belonging?

Goal 1

Improve Literacy and Numeracy Achievement for All Learners

We strive for every student at Kelly Creek to experience meaningful growth in literacy and numeracy each year. We aim to develop confident, curious, and engaged learners who use effective strategies to read and write with understanding and comprehension, think mathematically, and solve problems with confidence and curiosity. We strive for students to read for both enjoyment and learning, approach mathematics with perseverance, and leave Kelly Creek with the skills, passion, and resilience to be lifelong learners.

Actions

• Support teachers in implementing the foundational-learning progressions (literacy and numeracy) and evidence-based practices.
• Regular reference to classroom data to inform instruction.
• Provide professional learning and collaborative planning time focused on high-quality Tier 1 literacy and numeracy instruction. 
• Work collaboratively with the district coaches and success teachers (MTSS Team)
• Align literacy and numeracy support schedules with specialist timetables (Library, Music, Physical Education, Music) to ensure equitable access for all learners.
• Expand targeted literacy and numeracy supports for students requiring additional support.
• Promote a culture of reading and mathematical thinking through initiatives such as Free the Book, DEAR (Drop Everything and Read), DEM (Drop Everything Math), book clubs, math clubs, open library opportunities, literacy and numeracy weeks, working with the MTSS coach, and school-wide literacy and numeracy challenges.
• Strengthen information literacy learning and increase access to engaging literacy and numeracy resources for students and staff. 
• Foster family and community engagement through reading and numeracy events and learning opportunities.

Evidence of Success

• DIBELS and classroom-based literacy assessments. 
• Classroom and school-wide numeracy assessments (SNAP). 
• Growth in Tier 1 instructional practices. 
• Increased participation in literacy and numeracy clubs, events, and challenges. 
• Increased library circulation and student engagement with reading. 
• Student voice gathered through class discussions and Student Council. 
• Family feedback through PAC meetings, surveys, IEP meetings, and informal conversations. 
• School-based observational "street" data.

Goal 2

Strengthen Student Belonging and Family Engagement Through Meaningful Relationships, Place-Based and Outdoor Learning, and Community Partnerships

We strive for all students and families to feel welcomed, connected, and valued as members of the Kelly Creek community. Through meaningful relationships, authentic place-based and outdoor learning, and strong partnerships with families and community members, we aim to foster a lasting sense of belonging, connection to place, and engagement in our school community.

Actions

• Integrate meaningful outdoor and place-based learning experiences across all grade levels, with clear connections to the BC curriculum.
• Increase the intentional use of the outdoor classroom, school garden, and local community as learning environments.
• Strengthen Tier 1 classroom practices that foster belonging, inclusion, and positive relationships.
• Expand student leadership opportunities through Student Council, student announcements, buddy activities, and school-wide leadership initiatives.
• Create regular opportunities for students to showcase their learning through Learning Fairs, Rockin' the Creek, Winter Concert, and classroom celebrations.
• Increase family engagement through assemblies, PAC events, community BBQs, cultural celebrations, open library opportunities, and family learning events.
• Invite community members, Indigenous Knowledge Keepers, Elders, and local experts to enrich student learning experiences.
• Publish an annual "Ways to Get Involved/ WAG" calendar to encourage family and community participation throughout the school year.
• Celebrate learning and strengthen communication through newsletters, Facebook, Instagram, and the school website.
• Continue staff collaboration to embed outdoor learning and relationship-building practices across the school.

Evidence

• Increased student attendance and participation in leadership opportunities, clubs, and school-wide activities.
• Student voice gathered through surveys, classroom conversations, Student Council, and Street Data.
• Family participation at school events, PAC meetings, learning celebrations, and community gatherings.
• Family survey results indicating an increased sense of belonging, connection, and satisfaction with school communication.
• Classroom observations and learning artifacts demonstrating meaningful integration of outdoor and place-based learning.
• Increased use of the outdoor classroom, school garden, and community spaces across grade levels.
• Documentation of community partnerships and participation by local organizations, Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and guest presenters.
• Social media engagement, newsletters, and website analytics demonstrating improved communication with families.
• Attendance data reflecting strong student engagement and connection to school.
• Ongoing School Growth Plan documentation, reflective staff discussions, photos, videos, and classroom assessment evidence.

Our Story and Beyond

Kelly Creek Community School values the relationships with our families and community partners to create deep, creative and purposeful learning opportunities. We see and respect the natural world as a place that enriches learning and promotes a sense of stewardship and belonging and joy for learners.

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