Welcome to DPAC's Website!
DPAC is pleased to offer web site services such as parent Advocacy Support, draft district policies and up-to-date information for parents in the Kootenay Lake School District No. 8. If you have any comments, or would like to see DPAC put something on our web site, please use the "Contact Us" page.
What's New?
Next DPAC Meeting: Thursday, May 17
The next Kootenay Lake DPAC meeting will be Thursday, May 17 at 6pm at the Nelson School Board office, 570 Johnston Rd. (across the orange bridge) with video conferencing to the Creston Education Centre (old South Creston School). All parents are welcome to attend. Retrieve the agenda and draft April minutes from the "Agenda Package" page.
Attend the DPAC Meeting from the Comfort of Your Home!
Can’t attend DPAC meetings? Everyone with a phone and/or an internet connection can now participate in DPAC meetings! Please go to to the "Contact Us" page and request the details.
2012-2013 SD8 Preliminary Budget Adopted
The Board of Education adopted the 2012-2013 preliminary budget on May 8. Find an overview here at http://www.sd8.bc.ca/index.htm and details here.
The Board of Education adopted the 2012-2013 preliminary budget on May 8. Find an overview here at http://www.sd8.bc.ca/index.htm and details here.
BCTF – BCPSEA Labour Dispute
In addition to media reports, information is available from a variety of sources such as:
BC Public School Employers' Association
BC Teachers' Federation
Ministry of Education School District No.8
Eating Disorders in Adolescents
What can parents do to help our children develop healthy attitudes about themselves and their bodies? Download the information file, view the videos and talk to your kids.
Video #1: Onslaught/Beauty Pressure http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=epOg1nWJ4T8
Video #2: Imagine This Girl http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4CuMJybvAh8&feature=related
Video #3: End Fat Talk http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4CuMJybvAh8&feature=related
What can parents do to help our children develop healthy attitudes about themselves and their bodies? Download the information file, view the videos and talk to your kids.
Video #1: Onslaught/Beauty Pressure http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=epOg1nWJ4T8
Video #2: Imagine This Girl http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4CuMJybvAh8&feature=related
Video #3: End Fat Talk http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4CuMJybvAh8&feature=related
| Eating Disorder Information for Parents |
What is a PAC and how'd I end up on it?
Want to know more about PACs? Check out this DPAC presentation.
| What is a PAC Jan 2012 |
BCs Education Plan: An historic opportunity to participate
BC is changing how public education is being delivered. The Ministry of Education has released quite a bit of information regarding BC’s Education Plan, and, for the first time ever, is requesting questions and comments from parents.
Watch the video: BC Education Plan Video.
Read about the Plan: Actions.
Participate in the provincial discussion: Join the Provincial Discussion.
Approved 2011/12 School District Calendar
| Approved 2011/12 Calendar |
About the Kootenay Lake DPAC
We believe that the learning environment that is marked by positive parental involvement supports and enhances the public school education system.
2011/12 DPAC Executive:
Chair: Jenny Henri
Vice-Chair: Kendra Mann
Secretary: Sheri Walsh
Treasurer: Susan Wilson
The Kootenay Lake School District #8 is located around the perimeter of Kootenay Lake in British Columbia, covering approximately 15,000 square kilometers.
The Kootenay Lake District Parents’ Advisory Council (Kootenay Lake DPAC) is the recognized representative for the collective voice of parents in our school district. The Kootenay Lake DPAC is comprised of elected parent representatives from our 22 School Parents’ Advisory Councils (PACs), advocating for over 5000 students in our six Family of Schools' communities: Crawford Bay, Creston, Kaslo, Nelson, Salmo and Slocan Valley.
The Kootenay Lake DPAC's purpose is to support, encourage and improve all schools and school programs in the Kootenay Lake School District and to ensure that public education serves the best interests of all students.
We are proud to support PACs and parents in accessing the school system at all levels. We provide a regular forum for the exchange of ideas and information among our PACs.
As the recognized education partner for parents in our district, the Kootenay Lake DPAC consults with school district administration and Board of Education on current educational issues and proposed changes in our school district. The Kootenay Lake DPAC maintains an ongoing liaison with our 22 PACs, BCCPAC, Board, Senior Staff, and education partners, Teachers, Principals, Support Staff, and the Ministry of Education.
Parent Voice can make a difference! You are encouraged to get involved at your school and join us to work together with our District and education partners to provide our children with the best education possible.
The Kootenay Lake DPAC is a proud member of the British Columbia Confederation of Parent Advisory Councils (BCCPAC) and Canadian Home and School Federation (CHSF).
2011/12 DPAC Executive:
Chair: Jenny Henri
Vice-Chair: Kendra Mann
Secretary: Sheri Walsh
Treasurer: Susan Wilson
The Kootenay Lake School District #8 is located around the perimeter of Kootenay Lake in British Columbia, covering approximately 15,000 square kilometers.
The Kootenay Lake District Parents’ Advisory Council (Kootenay Lake DPAC) is the recognized representative for the collective voice of parents in our school district. The Kootenay Lake DPAC is comprised of elected parent representatives from our 22 School Parents’ Advisory Councils (PACs), advocating for over 5000 students in our six Family of Schools' communities: Crawford Bay, Creston, Kaslo, Nelson, Salmo and Slocan Valley.
The Kootenay Lake DPAC's purpose is to support, encourage and improve all schools and school programs in the Kootenay Lake School District and to ensure that public education serves the best interests of all students.
We are proud to support PACs and parents in accessing the school system at all levels. We provide a regular forum for the exchange of ideas and information among our PACs.
As the recognized education partner for parents in our district, the Kootenay Lake DPAC consults with school district administration and Board of Education on current educational issues and proposed changes in our school district. The Kootenay Lake DPAC maintains an ongoing liaison with our 22 PACs, BCCPAC, Board, Senior Staff, and education partners, Teachers, Principals, Support Staff, and the Ministry of Education.
Parent Voice can make a difference! You are encouraged to get involved at your school and join us to work together with our District and education partners to provide our children with the best education possible.
The Kootenay Lake DPAC is a proud member of the British Columbia Confederation of Parent Advisory Councils (BCCPAC) and Canadian Home and School Federation (CHSF).
