We are developing district-wide understanding and capacity so that all our students are members of classrooms that are inclusive learning communities. We are becoming more able to grow the strengths and meet the needs of students in their classrooms with their peers. We will provide appropriate supports and interventions whether a student has a diagnosis connected to a special education category or not. We are creating learning environments that enable students to develop a sense of belonging and ensure they see themselves in the curriculum. We know the improvements we make for vulnerable students or students with different interests and talents will benefit all students.
Some examples of the work of our plan are:
- Fostering a growth mindset: all students can be successful
- Shifting from pull-out to push-in supports so learning happens with peers in the context of classroom learning
- Shifting from finding the right place for students to creating classroom communities for all students
- Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity (SOGI) school leads team
- Ease Everyday Anxiety Strategies for Educators (EASE) program K-12 and Mental Health Literacy (Gr 7-12) for the benefit of staff and students
- Training for staff and community in creating trauma-informed resilient classrooms: Circle of Courage
Explore the ways we are LEARNING BETTER TOGETHER in as an inclusive community in Cariboo-Chilcotin School District:
PSO Mario Kart Tournament
Peter Skene Ogden Secondary
<p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Peter Skene Ogden Secondary hosted a lunchtime Mario Kart tournament on May 26 and 27 that brought students together through friendly competition, teamwork, and school spirit. The event supported our focus on Safe, Caring & Inclusive Learning Communities by creating a welcoming space where students from different grades and social groups could connect, participate, and feel a sense of belonging. It was great to see students encouraging one another and creating positive relationships throughout the tournament. The top prize went to Marcus, good job bud!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/f1ab6261-96d0-4aa8-924f-35e477a72ac7?fingerprint=ppb20260603210011" alt="PSO Mario Kart Tournament Robert Mac Donald" width="574" height="431" style="width:574px;height:431px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>
UNBC Health Fair
Peter Skene Ogden Secondary
<p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The UNBC Health Fair at Peter Skene Ogden School highlights SD27’s strong commitment to fostering student well-being through meaningful community partnerships. By bringing accessible information about health education and future careers directly to students, the district continues to prioritize inclusive, preventative care and lifelong wellness habits. This initiative reflects SD27’s leadership in creating supportive, health-focused learning environments for all learners.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/3e67ae7c-190e-4db9-b7fb-690c6f844d89?fingerprint=ppb20260603210009" alt="UNBC Heath Fair Robert Mac Donald" width="538" height="404" style="width:538px;height:404px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>
Keeping Kids Safe Online from Sexual Exploitation
Peter Skene Ogden Secondary
<p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you to presenters Allison, Lara, and Tatyana from Children of the Street for delivering workshops on child and youth exploitation. These workshops were delivered in schools and also streamed for SD27's rural and remote students. Students from grades 6-12 got to partake in workshops that discussed online sexual exploitation and sextortion, warning signs of online luring and grooming, the impacts of intimate image sharing, digital citizenship and permanency, online safety tips, as well as safe adults and ways to reach out for help. Resources were shared with students and staff. Workshops were also offered to staff, parents & caregivers and service providers in collaboration with Denisiqi and the Child Development Centre. A big shout out to schools that hosted the presentations: 100 Mile Elementary (hosted grades 6 & 7 from Forest Grove, Lac La Hache, Mile 108, and Horse Lake), Peter Skene Ogden (hosted grades 8-12, staff, parents & caregivers), Columneetza (hosted grades 7-9 and grade 6s from Marie Sharpe, Nesika, and Cataline), and Lake City Secondary (hosted grades 10-12, parents and caregivers)!</span></p><table class="editor-table" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 50%;"><col style="width: 50%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245);"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/bfa0f1a9-efb2-48b3-9af8-2eecf9c0f98e?fingerprint=ppb20260519171341" alt="Keeping Kids Safe Online from Sexual Exploitation" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245);"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/51c68cb5-3e47-4e48-a0bf-2169ab9aedf7?fingerprint=ppb20260519171341" alt="Keeping Kids Safe Online from Sexual Exploitation 2" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></th></tr></tbody></table><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>
Birthday Cake Kits
Peter Skene Ogden Secondary
<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">PSO student Eva Black has a firm conviction - every kid deserves a birthday cake on their birthday. Working with the Food Bank and local donors, she put together birthday cake boxes as part of her Grade 12 Capstone project. Each kit has everything needed to make a yummy cake for a family in need. Thanks for supporting the community spirit Eva!</span></p><table class="editor-table"><colgroup><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/77d7fec2-cba1-4ee8-a47d-4ad5f33fd7e4?fingerprint=ppb20260204050219" alt="Birthday Cake Kits 1 Robert Mac Donald" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/5400f579-779e-4622-87bc-6d1a7c72e497?fingerprint=ppb20260204050219" alt="Birthday Cake Kits 2 Robert Mac Donald" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></th></tr></tbody></table><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>
Elder Visit with Mike Archie
Peter Skene Ogden Secondary
<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We are always excited to have Elder Mike Archie visit PSO. Mike did some drumming and also brought pizza for the students. Constable Flett also joined us to hear Mike speak. Visits from an Elder are a significant opportunity for our students to learn more about local First Nation communities. Great day!</span></p><table class="editor-table"><colgroup><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/63216b24-0c75-49fd-9723-2cfcde16c73a?fingerprint=ppb20260123203947" alt="Elder Visit with Mike Archie 1 Robert Mac Donald" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/12908c6f-a273-4cfd-8c62-11bf8677bfdb?fingerprint=ppb20260123203948" alt="Elder Visit with Mike Archie 2 Robert Mac Donald" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></th></tr></tbody></table><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>
PSO Students at TRU Carpentry Program
Peter Skene Ogden Secondary
<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Several PSO students are placed in TRU programs this year ranging from Automotive Technician, Electrical, Welding, and Carpentry. Two students are currently participating in the Carpentry program with TRU Williams Lake. Their program began in August. They will return to PSO for a final semester before their graduation with host of hands on skills and certifications which will support their launch into their next steps after graduation!</span></p><table class="editor-table"><colgroup><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/499cd39c-0373-44f2-b506-8a8b9a68def1?fingerprint=ppb20251217034010" alt="PSOCarpentryTRU caitlin currie" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/eabfd445-df1f-420e-a1dc-aabafb81dc7a?fingerprint=ppb20251217040459" alt="PSOCarpentryTRU2 caitlin currie" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></th></tr></tbody></table><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>
PSO Justin Brien Visit
Peter Skene Ogden Secondary
<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">On November 26, 2025, PSO hosted Justin Brien, former Junior hockey player turned motivational speaker and TED Talks presenter. He shared his story which navigated complex issues such as sports psychology, drugs / substance abuse, and mental health. PSO works hard to create a safe and caring community which supports all students' needs; the topics of mental health and addictions are essential for students to learn how to navigate. We believe in supporting all students struggling with loneliness, depression, and anxiety, and are seeking ways to cope. Justin addressed the stigma which surrounds these topics, and he encouraged students on how to find their own authentic values to live by. At this talk, PSO also welcomed 58 students from David Stoddart school in the neighbouring community of Clinton, BC, so that they would also have a chance to hear Justin's powerful story. The talk “hit home” for many students, who were visibly inspired after hearing about Justin’s healing journey.</span></p><table class="editor-table"><colgroup><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/1d1219cb-4107-4f48-bf0e-e6235fcb478b?fingerprint=ppb20251217033752" alt="PSO Justin Brien Visit 2 Robert MacDonald" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/adc0a948-f30a-4bd3-87ff-87a3cf1cd9b7?fingerprint=ppb20251217035552" alt="PSO Justin Brien Visit 1 Robert MacDonald" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></th></tr></tbody></table><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>
Charlie and Constable Flett
Peter Skene Ogden Secondary
<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Constable Flett is an integral part of our school community, and the kids love him.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/0e86032d-c6b6-4cd7-b19b-2e514a601a47?fingerprint=ppb20251217033715" alt="Charlie and Constable Flett Robert MacDonald" width="369" height="516" style="width:369px;height:516px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>
PSO Circle Work in the Classroom
Peter Skene Ogden Secondary
<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Gr 8 Science practiced circle work in their classroom. Students engaged with the concepts of BC First Peoples Principals for Learning in the context of their science class while also practicing how to share their thoughts and ideas in circle.</span></p><table class="editor-table"><colgroup><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/6789c8ab-cb44-40a7-b9e6-a6b3dc593d37?fingerprint=ppb20260208062629" alt="PSOCirclework caitlin currie" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/e8daa3c5-7589-4347-b901-628063ddb5ce?fingerprint=ppb20260208062629" alt="PSOcirclework2 caitlin currie" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></th></tr></tbody></table><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>
Little Buddies Visit PSO
Peter Skene Ogden Secondary
<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">PSO was excited to host our little buddy kindergarten class from 100 Mile Elementary. Little buddies partnered with our Foods 11/12 class to decorate Christmas cookies. Little buddies then attended PSO's mini powwow with their big buddies.</span></p><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/4442ec64-84b4-5924-8e9f-00c9d664bb62?fingerprint=ppb20251217033956" alt="q8k7k84b.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></p></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p></div></div>
PSO Students Give Back
Peter Skene Ogden Secondary
<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">PSO Students raised food donations in B block classes for the local food bank in a "Week of Giving". Students in PSO's Psychology 11 class collected donations from other classes and delivered donations this Friday.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/a00e63fe-4613-5b7d-afab-8993d23c53ce?fingerprint=ppb20251217034854" alt="3wgmdgcq.jpg" width="564" height="260" style="width:564px;height:260px;display:inline-block"></p>
PSO Students Thrive in TRU Trades Programs
Peter Skene Ogden Secondary
<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">PSO grade 12 students Jake Miller and Izaiah Ambrus are completing the Youth Train in the Trades program in Carpentry through TRU this fall. Both Jake and Izaiah are thriving in the program and are amazing examples of the opportunity trades programs can provide students to complete their learning and get ahead in their career goals.</span></p><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/53e91cd7-014b-5585-857c-7d4224cea909?fingerprint=ppb20251217034036" alt="ceqjbvt5.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></p></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/2f1d7e16-6224-5679-94f8-691886857590?fingerprint=ppb20251217033835" alt="oj2r8t0m.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></p></div></div>
PSO Hosts Kindergarten Students
Peter Skene Ogden Secondary
<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">PSO's Foods 11/12 and Art 11/12 classes enjoyed hosting 100 Mile Elementary Kindergarten students. Older students helped the visiting class bake cookies and do some face painting to get ready for Halloween. Some really important connections were made and we look forward to more collaboration.</span></p><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/4b01f9a3-9e4f-5c4d-be0a-bf7c224956eb?fingerprint=ppb20251217034010" alt="ykwjqjo6.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></p></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/713fcf06-e67e-5800-8de2-d150aad6b217?fingerprint=ppb20251217034422" alt="npv2qr05.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></p></div></div>