Highlights: Board Meeting Apr. 14, 2026
The Campbell River Board of Education regularly meets throughout the school year. Agendas and minutes for public board meetings can be accessed on the public board meeting agenda and minutes web page. Below is a summary of the highlights from the meeting or you can read this issue of the Board News.
Cortes Island Academy Offers Unique Learning Model for Rural and Remote Students
The Cortes Island Academy is helping students stay connected to learning on the island through an innovative, semester-based program that blends academics with hands-on, place-based experiences.
Principal Michael Datura shared an overview of the program with trustees, highlighting its role in supporting students who may not otherwise attend school, particularly those from rural and remote communities. About half of participating students are new to the district or returning to formal education after time in homeschooling or alternative settings.
Board Changes Policy on Role and Responsibilities of the Superintendent
The Board of Education has adopted changes to its board governance policy on the role and responsibilities of the superintendent, streamlining three previous policies (General Expectations of the Superintendent, Role and Responsibility of the Superintendent, and Monitoring Superintendent Performance) into one comprehensive policy.
Ministry Approves Minor Capital Projects: Carihi Still Awaits Funding Decision
The Ministry of Infrastructure has approved funding for minor capital projects at Robron Centre, Timberline Secondary, and for district food programs.
Carihi Secondary’s permanent repairs following the November 2024 fire are still awaiting Ministry funding approval before construction can proceed, and the board’s other top capital project request – construction of a new Cedar Elementary School – has also not been approved.
Preliminary Budget Highlights Growing Financial Strain
The school district is projecting a preliminary operating deficit of $1.8 million for the 2026-2027 school year, with trustees raising serious concerns about the long-term sustainability of funding for public education.
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