Ama hii hluxw / Good Morning Hazelton Secondary School Parents, Guardians and Caregivers,

I would like to share with the Hazelton Secondary School (HSS) community that Principal Christine Duncan has had to take a leave for personal reasons.  During her absence over the next few weeks, HSS Teacher, Barb Janze will be supporting School Administration in the office.

We’d like to send Ms. Duncan our best wishes while she is on leave and thank all of our school community in advance for respecting Ms. Duncan’s privacy at this time.

Respectfully,

Brian Muldon
Vice Principal,
Hazelton Secondary School

The District Leadership Team extends its sincere thanks and appreciation to the students, staff, parents, caregivers, trustees and members of the public for their participation in the Hazelton Secondary School “Community Think Tank” held on Thursday, April 14 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the school gymnasium.  A special mention is extended to the Student Leadership Team for their extra efforts and assistance in supporting the Think Tank.

We share a friendly reminder regarding the ThoughtExchange survey designed to gather your thoughts on the status of Hazelton Secondary School today and what you would like to see in the future.  Our ultimate goal in doing this work is “improving outcomes for students”.  Everyone is invited to share their feedback by accessing the following ThoughtExchange link.  Your input is welcome to May 6.

ThoughtExchange Survey Link  (click on link to access survey)

What is ThoughtExchange? – YouTube Demo Video (click on link to access video)

This ThoughtExchange survey is a consultation mechanism for the Board of Education.  ThoughtExchange is a live information exchange platform that allows interaction with other individuals’ ideas.

Should you have any questions, or you require further information, please do not hesitate to contact Carole Gagnon, Executive Assistant to the Superintendent of Schools at (250) 638-4401 for assistance.

Coast Mountains School District 82 is pleased to welcome Chris van der Mark back to the Hazelton area for the week of February 28, 2022.  As some people know, Chris was the Principal of Hazelton Secondary School prior to becoming Superintendent in School District 54 (Bulkley Valley) and he is presently the Superintendent in School District 27 (Cariboo/Chilcotin).

At the invitation of Superintendent Meyer, the intent of Chris’ visit to School District 82 is to provide an overview of the opportunities available to students at Hazelton Secondary School.  Chris brings a historical knowledge of the school and territory, an understanding and deep appreciation for Gitxsan culture and extensive experience structuring successful schools and organizations.  Chris brings a unique lens through which to view the potential for Hazelton Secondary School.

Chris will be contacting parents, rightsholders, teachers, administrators, and community members to get an overall view of Hazelton Secondary School in 2022.  Chris will provide Superintendent Meyer with a summary of his observations at the conclusion of his visit.

Please join me in welcoming Chris back to the Hazelton area next week.

Janet Meyer
Superintendent of Schools