We are more effective when we work collaboratively and seamlessly to support student needs. We are ALL responsible for working together for the success of ALL students. Improving communication and access to common information, establishing effective instructional and support teams, and focusing on wrapping around and strengthening the core relationship of teacher-student-families will improve student success.
We have developed a Framework for Collective Responsibility that will help guide the work we do from creating, implementing and monitoring School Plans for Learner Success, Local Education Agreements with First Nation communities, Individual Education Plans (IEP), and interventions by School-Based Teams (SBT). Common district assessments, with results made available in a timely and user-friendly format, support collaborative learning conversations by teams. Collective responsibility is a theme that emerges across all the other focus areas as we all do our parts toward common goals. Examples of this work include:
- Focus for the current year on walking together
- Collective Responsibility Framework
- New district data warehouse and information management system
- Strengthened school-based team (SBT) processes
- More opportunities for cross-school collaboration
Explore the ways we are LEARNING BETTER TOGETHER for the success of ALL learners in Cariboo-Chilcotin School District:
Growing Roots Together
The week before school starts finds a collaboration between the Cariboo Chilcotin Teachers' Association, Principals, and SD27 Human Resources to welcome new teachers to the district with a shared commitment to creating the conditions for them to thrive.
Hoop, There it is!
Cataline Elementary
Thanks to our awesome Cariboo-Chilcotin School District staff for getting our new hoops installed and up in time for September! 🏀
Cataline Disc Golf
Cataline Elementary
A huge thank you to our Cataline PAC and the Cariboo-Chilcotin School District Grounds Department for helping bring our new disc golf course to life just in time for the end of the school year!
Kindergartens Over Night at Gavin Lake
Cataline Elementary
A special thank you goes out to the Gavin Lake Forest Education Society and School District 27 for their partnership, providing outdoor educational opportunities for our Cataline Elementary students. Thank you from Mrs. Enns’ Kindergarten class! Once again, Mrs.
BBBS STEM Program
Cataline Elementary
In partnership with Big Brothers and Big Sisters, Mrs. Sukaroff’s grade 3 and 4 students participated in an ongoing weekly STEM program, where students did exciting and engaging hands-on science.
Grade 6 Tours at Columneetza
Cataline Elementary
Columneetza Junior Secondary
To support student transitions, Cataline Elementary Grade 6 students visited Columneetza to tour the school and meet some of the key staff who will support them next year. This event, along with the Columneetza welcome BBQ, helps ensure students begin the year feeling connected and comfortable.
BGC Visits Intermediate Students
Cataline Elementary
BGC made a pit stop at Cataline in June to share about their summer programming for students, as well as their ongoing NOOPA program. Students in grades 4 to 6 previewed the calendar of events and were given resources to sign up.
Annual Mud Run
Cataline Elementary
Over 40 Cataline students participated in this year's District Mud Run at Mountview Elementary School; a fun inter-school event where everyone comes together to enjoy some physical activity and have fun.
HUB Cycle - Everyone Rides Week
Cataline Elementary
It starts with a team and ends with students cheering on a peer who rode a bike for the very first time. That was the case when Ms. Bonnell signed up her class for the HUB Everyone Rides Program.
Helping Teacher
Cataline Elementary
With the support and guidance of district helping teacher, Marianne Okrainetz, Cataline teachers and students are leading the way with early literacy instruction and assessment. Throughout the 2025-2026 school year, Ms.
Williams Lake Community Forest
Cataline Elementary
Cataline Elementary school is very privileged to have many classes attend the Williams Lake Community Forest this school year. Hosted by Jenny Howell and her field team, students are treated to forest and watershed explorations, examining the rich natural and preserved environments neighbouring our
Grade 4 Gavin Lake Experience
Cataline Elementary
Once again, Cataline grade 4 students had the very fortunate opportunity to partner up with Gavin Lake Forest Education Society to participate in the over night spring program.
In-school Mentorship
Cataline Elementary
Big Brother & Big Sisters continue their partnership with Cataline Elementary School, bringing together their In-school Mentorship program where students mentors from Columneetza Middle School build and foster positive connections with Cataline student mentees.
Cataline Modernizes School Logo and Mascot
Cataline Elementary
In consulation with teachers, staff, community members, students, and caregivers, Cataline decided to update our school logo and mascot. Formerly the 'Packers', we imagined what better represented our school; a place of beautiful forestry and hills, learning, belonging, and community.
First Snowfall Brings Out Teamwork!
Cataline Elementary
Thanks to our maintenance department who come long before school starts every snowfall to help ensure our schools are ready for students to arrive. It takes a team!
Columneetza and Cataline Volleyball
Cataline Elementary
Columneetza Junior Secondary
Coaches Tim Hurley and Mike Wilson joined forces to bring their grade 7/8 and 5/6 volleyball teams together at Columneetza recently. The older girls showed incredible leadership, teaching and playing alongside younger students. This was a memorable experience for all!
Welcome to Cataline!
Cataline Elementary
Just outside our main office, a display features all the adults that make Cataline, Cataline! From EAs to clerical, custodial to noon hours, and of course teachers too, it’s important to recognize those who make our students successful.
OHS Mental Health Focus
Cataline Elementary
As part of Cataline Elementary Occupational Health and Safety planning, one of our focus areas as a committee is to include staff wellness. In doing so, our staff was introduced to Carol Doherty, District Youth Community Connections Manager, who presented to and provided the staff with information
Garden Club Going Strong
Cataline Elementary
Ms. Jamie and a dedicated group of students are determined to bring the Cataline gardens back to life. They’ve been successfully starting seeds indoors and cleaning up our garden beds.
Inside Days Bring Joy and Connection
Cataline Elementary
When it gets cold, we get close! Students spent the recent cold blast trying out or new gaga ball pit in the gym and challenging themselves to new engineering challenges. Proof that even inside four walls you can create and connect.
Cataline and Nesika Team Up
Cataline Elementary
Nesika Elementary
When Cataline had to close for the day, staff spent the day learning and teaching alongside each other at Nesika. Staff were able to make connections and discoveries to take home. Thanks for hosting us Nesika!
Daybreak Rotary Club: Starfish Pack Program
Cataline Elementary
The Daybreak Rotary Club of Williams Lake is once again providing student assistance, supporting students and families with their Starfish Pack Program.
Speech and Language Collaboration
Cataline Elementary
Cataline teachers, EAs, admin, and speech and language team meet together to respond to and practice with augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices which support students with communication needs.
A Cataline Elementary School PACkers Welcome
Cataline Elementary
Starting the year in a good way, Cataline Elementary and school PAC hosted their Welcome Back BBQ, fostering community connections, bringing together families and school staff.
Walking Together - Meet our Team
Cataline Elementary
Cataline Elementary school staff started off the year in a good way, taking our first day together outdoors and setting the foundation for a year of "Walking Together".
Cataline Earth Day
Cataline Elementary
On Earth Day, Cataline’s PAC hosted 7 stations for students to learn about earth day! Students planted seeds, made compost, cleaned school grounds, used their senses, and made nature art. It was a great day being outside and learning together.