J.L. Jackson Secondary School is located on the traditional, unceded, and contemporary lands of the Secwépemc people and proud to be part of K’wsaltktnews ne Secepemcul’ecw (SD83). Our school and community have a strong desire to promote excellence in academics, while encouraging and promoting student involvement in music, fine arts, trades, athletics, and the many extra-curricular activities offered at Jackson. Jackson has approximately 62 staff, 36 Teaching FTE, and 621 students in grades 9-11 servicing the communities of Salmon Arm, Anglemont, Scotch Creek, Celista, Sorrento, Blind Bay, Eagle Bay, White Lake, Tappen, Sunnybrae, Gleneden, Silver Creek, North Canoe, South Canoe, Ranchero, and Deep Creek. We are also grateful to work with the Adams Lake Indian Band, Skwlāx te Secwepemcúl’ecw, Neskonlith Indian Band, and Splatsin, as the inherent rights holders of this beautiful place.
“Empowering students to become confident, curious, and caring individuals who thrive in their learning, relationships, and community” is our School District’s mission and this greatly influences the programs, events, and decisions at J.L. Jackson Secondary School. We focus on providing a positive, welcoming, and inclusive environment that allows students an opportunity to explore and discover educational programs that meet their needs and interests. Our wide range of courses and programs do an excellent job of preparing students for stepping into post-secondary education, transferring directly into the workforce, or moving forward on a less traditional path.
Jackson is a Dual Track school that provides a variety of program choices and opportunities for students in both the English Track and French Immersion Track. Over the next two years, Jackson will become an 8-12 Dual Track Secondary School as part of a three-year school reconfiguration transition plan. This transition provides Jackson with the opportunity to strengthen students’ sense of belonging, expand our course offerings, and redefine our school culture.
By focussing on our School District’s values of Belonging, Respect, Reconciliation, Empathy, Equity, and Perseverance, the staff and students at J.L. Jackson Secondary School are working hard to build and maintain a learning community we can all be proud of. |
