Stelly's Secondary School is a

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. It is located in School District 63 Saanich and teaches students in

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9–12. Stelly's offers a wide range of academic classes and programs, as well as athletics programs and extra curricular clubs. Stelly's is known around the area for its community outreach efforts, as outlined in the

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magazine article titled ''Canada's Best High Schools''. The school is also home to The Boulders Climbing Gym.

History

The first principal was Lyle Garroway (1977–1994). Garroway was followed by Mike McKay (1994–1998), Bob Lee (1998–2005), Bruce Frith (2005–2011), Peter Westhaver (2011–2016), Sally Hansen (2016–2021) and Melanie Paas (2022-current).

Academics and programs

Beyond the regular academic offerings, students can enroll in University Placement Social Studies, Advanced Placement Physics and English Literature, Global Perspectives, Leadership, Outdoor Pursuits, Fashion Design, Musical Theatre, Concert Band, Jazz Band, Choir, Vocal Jazz, French Immersion, and a wide range of apprenticeship programs. Stelly's offers a

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program in which students can enroll in order to obtain a Dual Dogwood diploma.

Heart of the Arts

The Heart of the Arts program allows Grade 12 students to enrich their education in the

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and performing arts. Those enrolled gain the opportunity to work with professionals in the field of fine arts and participate in a number of workshops led by artists and performers. Students are required to have a minimum of 34 credits from various fine or performing arts courses in order to enroll.

Athletics

Athletics and sports programs include, but are not limited to, badminton, basketball, climbing, cricket, cross country, curling, cycling, golf, rowing, rugby, soccer, softball, swimming, tennis, track and field, and volleyball.

Clubs

Clubs include Youth in Action, Queer Straight Alliance, Chess Club, Smash Bros. Melee Club, Counterattack, Juggling Club, Roots and Shoots, Go Green, Writing Club, and others.

The Boulders

Known as "The Boulders", the Boulders Climbing Gym is operated by a not-for-profit society that has been supporting youth and disability programs since 2005. The facility includes 60 ft overhung walls and a 15m official speed wall, both approved for competition. It is one of two facilities in North America capable of hosting the IFSC

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's World Youth Championship, which was held at The Boulders in August 2013. Over 90 participants in after-school programs make use of the gym, as does the public and Stelly's 50-member student climbing academy.IFSC Competition Calendar 2013
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