School District 52 Prince Rupert is a
school district
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in
British Columbia
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, serving the communities of
Prince Rupert
Prince Rupert of the Rhine, Duke of Cumberland, (17 December 1619 (O.S.) / 27 December (N.S.) – 29 November 1682 (O.S.)) was an English army officer, admiral, scientist and colonial governor. He first came to prominence as a Royalist cavalr ...
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Port Edward, Metlakatla, British Columbia, Metlakatla, and Hartley Bay, British Columbia, Hartley Bay (the Gitga'ata people, Gitga’at First Nation), which are within the territory of the Tsimshian, Ts’msyen Nation.
The school district offers a school-based Coast Tsimshian dialect, Sm'álgyax language program to enhance the cultural identity and school achievement of aboriginal students.
The district's office of First Nation Educational Services has gained a reputation for leading the establishment of academic credibility with respect to First Nations inclusion.
Water
On January 20, 2020, Northern Health had the district discontinue the use of school drinking fountains. Accordingly, the district distributes bottled water.
History
Prince Rupert is a port city on British Columbia's northwest coast. It's a gateway to wilderness areas like the Khutzeymateen Grizzly Sanctuary bear habitat. Shops and cafes dot the waterfront Cow Bay area. The Museum of Northern B.C. showcases the region's natural and cultural heritage. South, the North Pacific Cannery traces the city's salmon-canning history. Humpback whales swim in the fish-filled waters offshore.
Weather: 15 °C, Wind S at 8 km/h, 75% Humidity
Population: 12,508 (2011)
Regional District: Skeena-Queen Charlotte
Schools
See also
* List of school districts in British Columbia
References
External links
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Aboriginal Education SD52Prince Rupert District Teachers' Union website
Education in Prince Rupert, British Columbia
School districts in British Columbia, 52
North Coast Regional District
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