The Board of Education of School District No. 87 (Stikine)

The Board of Education of School District No. 87 (Stikine) is a Canadian nonprofit organization responsible for governing School District 87 Stikine, located in the northwest corner of the province of British Columbia, Canada. This region includes communities along the Alaska and Yukon borders, such as Dease Lake, Lower Post, Telegraph Creek, and Atlin.

Establishment and Governance

Established on January 1, 1966, the Board of Education operates under the authority of the School Act of British Columbia. It is governed by a board elected for a four-year term, which oversees the district's educational programs. The Board cooperates closely with local communities to ensure that educational services align with their needs and cultural heritage.

Geographic Coverage

School District No. 87 is geographically one of the largest in British Columbia, covering an area of approximately 188,034 square kilometers. Despite its vast territory, it is the smallest school district in the province by enrollment, serving about 160 students across its schools.

Educational Approach

The district adopts a student needs-based delivery of education, incorporating 21st Century Learning principles as recommended by the Ministry of Education. It emphasizes lifelong learning and supports the professional development of staff to maintain high-quality educational environments. Despite the challenges posed by vast distances between communities, the district utilizes technology effectively to connect students and staff to broader educational opportunities.

Schools

The district operates four schools, each catering to the specific needs of their local communities:

• Atlin School: Provides K-12 education in Atlin.
• Dease Lake School: Offers K-12 education in Dease Lake.
• Denetia Elementary School: Focuses on K-7 education in Lower Post.
• Tahltan School: Provides education from K-9 in Telegraph Creek.

Budget and Funding

The district is primarily funded by the Province of British Columbia through the Ministry of Education, with an annual budget of approximately $5.4 million. As a nonprofit entity, School District No. 87 is exempt from federal and provincial corporate income taxes.

Nonprofit Status

The Board of Education of School District No. 87 (Stikine) operates as a registered nonprofit organization with the business registration number 107962607RR0001. This status allows the district to focus on delivering educational services without the financial burden of corporate taxation, ensuring resources are directed towards supporting students and educational initiatives.

[1] https://www.sd87.bc.ca [2] https://www.sd87.bc.ca/?page_id=54 [3] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/School_District_87_Stikine [4] https://www.makeafuture.ca/bc-schools-and-districts/stikine-school-district-no-87/ [5] https://www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/education/administration/resource-management/school-district-financial-reporting/financial-information/sd87-sofi-2023.pdf