Comox Valley Schools (SD71) is a positive, progressive and growing school district situated on the east coast of Vancouver Island on the traditional territory of the K’ómoks First Nation. Located within the Valley are the municipalities we serve, City of Courtenay, the Town of Comox, Village of Cumberland and the Regional District; each providing their own unique services and community cultures.

As a learning organization, we work closely with our educational partners to develop responsible, compassionate citizens and successful lifelong learners. Over 1,900 employees work to provide a comprehensive educational program to approximately 11,000 students from kindergarten to grade 12 in our 15 elementary schools, one (1) middle school, three (3) secondary schools, two (2) alternative schools, and a distributed learning school. Comox Valley School’s annual operating budget is approximately $127 million.

Vision

Compassionate, connected and personalized learning for all.

Purpose

To create safe, equitable learning environments that lift each learner to thrive, to grow and to share their unique gifts.

Values

LEARNING
Centering learning in all we do.

EQUITY
Leading with diversity as a strength and inclusion as a right.

RELATIONSHIPS
Connection, compassion, and respect in all that we do.

SAFETY
Learning communities where all feel safe and belong.

INTEGRITY
High ethical standards through transparency, honesty and accountability.

TRUTH AND RECONCILIATION COMMITMENT
We are deeply committed to learning, unlearning, and relearning and taking action for lasting Truth and Reconciliation.