Gingolx offers a variety of educational opportunities for the whole community, from babies to Elders. Programs for infants and children take place at the Learning Tree centre. Adult education initiatives are offered at the Adult Learning Centre and are often offered in partnership with the Gingolx Social Development department.
HIGHSCHOOL
The Education Department provides high school sponsorship for those eligible to attend approved secondary schools.
Eligible Schools to attend outside of Gingolx:
- Nisga’a Elementary Secondary School (NESS) – New Aiyansh (SD # 92)
- Prince Rupert Secondary School (PRSS) – Prince Rupert (SD # 52)
- Charles Hays Secondary School (CHSS) – Prince Rupert (SD # 52)
- Caledonia Senior School (CSS) – Terrace (SD # 82)
- Skeena Jr. Secondary School (SJSS) – Terrace (SD # 82)
Students meeting all requirements for High School sponsorship who are registered residents of Gingolx and are accepted for sponsorship by the Education Department for student accommodation coverage, student monthly allowance, bus pass, incentive programs, etc. will be eligible from grade 8 through grade 12 or until they reach the age of 19 years.
Gingolx Village Government Education Department receives funds for Student’s living in Gingolx according to Nominal Roll requirements set by Nisga’a Lisims Government. Parents not living in Gingolx that have children attending school (k4 to 12) outside of Gingolx are not eligible to receive any sponsorship.
Post Secondary Education (PSE)
The Gingolx Post Secondary Education (PSE) Assistance Program is intended to provide “financial assistance” for eligible students on our Gingolx Membership (as per Gingolx registry list) to attend post secondary institutions to obtain credits from accredited training and academic programs.
The financial support granted to a student under the Policy is not intended to cover 100 percent of the costs associated with attending a post-secondary education or training institution it is on a “financial assistance” only basis according to eligibility.
Post Secondary Sponsorship Applications
Full Time Post Secondary Application
Deadlines:
June 15 – 5:00 p.m. (for academic year beginning in September)
October 15 – 5:00 p.m. (for academic program starting in January)
March 15 – 5:00 p.m. (for academic programs starting in May)
Please make sure original application and all supporting documentsare mailed and received into our office before the deadline dates.
Forms:
Short Term PSE Sponsorship Application
Education Board Terms of Reference
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The Learning Tree
The Learning Tree is the Gingolx centre for early childhood education. We operate a nursery school, day care program, and a tiny tots program. Our facility is fully licensed by Northern Health and staff have first aid, food safe, qualified early infant educator, and early childhood education certification.
Our philosophy
We create a nurturing, safe environment that provides opportunities for children to explore and be curious alongside their families and community, and to support holistic learning for a better, brighter future.
Our curriculum
Children learn by hands on activities that engage their senses. Our curriculum is based on children’s interests and also helps prepare them for elementary school. We include Nisga’a language and culture in all our programs.
Partnerships and outreach
We recognize that childhood education is rooted in community. We provide support for families to help them as parents. Also, we partner with community agencies, individuals and organizations that are essential to the wellness of each child and family.
Our day care program incorporates the Canadian Head Start program, which is dedicated to nurturing the spiritual, emotional, intellectual, and physical development of Indigenous children while supporting their parents and guardians as their primary teachers.
The Learning Tree Handbook has policies, philosophy, and programming information.
Bonita Barton Nursery School
For children aged 30 months to four years old
Hours: Monday – Friday 9:00 – 11:30
Students can move to the daycare each day when the nursery school program ends.
Daycare/Head Start
For children from birth to six years old
Hours: Monday – Friday 9:00 – 5:00
Tiny Tots
For children 18 months to three years old. Please inquire about times.
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Contact: Larisa Watts, manager | Larisa.watts@gingolx.net | 250-326-4386
Address: 1926 Riverside Street, Gingolx Kincolith, B.C.
Adult Learning Centre
Adult learning centre programs were closed in 2020 and 2021 due to the COVID pandemic. New programs are currently in development.
1306 Volunteer Street
Gingolx, B.C.
Computer centre
The computer centre offers six computers with printers for community use. A career development worker is available to help with resumes and job searching.
Hours: Monday – Friday
8:30 – 4:30
No appointment needed—drop in during opening hours