Roles and Responsibilities

Gulf Island residents elect the Gulf Islands School Board, a group of seven trustees, at large every three years. The community elects the board to represent them in the conduct of public education, and to exercise their judgment in setting policies and making decisions.

The School Act is the provincial legislation that defines the powers and duties of school boards, and the duties, rights and responsibilities of other partners in the public education community, including students, parents, teachers, principals and members of the community. The provincial Ministry of Education has responsibility for public education in British Columbia, sets the basic curriculum and provides the school district's funding.

The board establishes advisory committees to consult with a variety of partners, and makes decisions on the basis of clear educational philosophy and goals in keeping with the board's Mission Statements.

Board Members

All Regular Meetings are on the 2nd Wednesday of each month with the exception of December when it will be on the 1st Wednesday.

Committee meetings will continue to be on the 4th Wednesday of each month with the exception of December when it will be held on the 3rd Wednesday and March when it will be held on the 5th Wednesday. Committee meetings are held at the School Board Office.