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Pathways Program

Pathways Program

Overview
 
The Pathways Program is designed for grade 8-10 students looking for Leadership Development, Social Responsibility, and Academic Excellence. This exciting program offers an integrated unit of study that combines theme-based, enriched academic courses in English, Social Studies, Science, and PHE. Students in Pathways work closely with the same group of peers over the course of three years, fostering strong relationships and a sense of community.
 
Aside from these enriched courses, the Pathways Program offers day and overnight fieldtrips, leadership in the community, and outdoor education. This integrated program is focused on creating a challenging and enriched learning environment while developing the skills needed to become the strong, upstanding leaders of the future: creativity, innovation, confidence, adaptability, effective communication skills, resilience, and an understanding of the importance of giving back to your community. The multi-day trips and close-knit nature of the cohort provide unique bonding experiences that strengthen teamwork and camaraderie. Pathways continues in this format through to grade 10, followed by opportunity to pursue additional enriched courses in grade 11 and 12.
 
The Pathways Program promotes a focus on leadership skills through the integration of thematic units of study, cross-curricular connections, enrichment activities and field trips (including annual overnight field trips when permitted under health and safety guidelines), and community service. Parents should be aware that some of these activities may have field trip costs associated with them. For the 2026/27 school year, there will be a program fee of $400. There is also additional grade costs for the overnight trips.
 
Application
 
Please complete all parts of the application as carefully and accurately as possible as the information requested here is an important part of the process for selecting successful candidates for this exciting program.
 
Please contact the school at 604-668-6430 or by email at awood@sd38.bc.ca if you have any questions about the application process or the program.

 

Pathways Application Timeline

Student & Parent Information Meeting 

  • 7:30pm
January 20, 2026

Grade 8 Online Student Application Package Due

  • Completed Application Form
  • Uploaded Parent Authorization Form
  • Confidential Teacher Reference
  • Uploaded Photo of most recent report card/summary of progress

February 4, 2026

 

Personal Video (1-2 minutes)

  • Submit a 1–2-minute video telling us a little bit of information about yourself. This can include important information, passions, interests, hobbies, experiences and anything else that makes you, you! (submit your file as lastname_firstname-Pathways8)
February 4, 2026
Grade 7 Meet and Greet Event
  • Grade 7 students applying for the Grade 8 Pathways cohort are invited to a special Meet & Greet event! This is a fun opportunity to connect with current Pathways students, participate in interactive activities, and get a feel for the program. Students will also have the chance to meet some of the teachers involved and ask questions about what Pathways is all about. We look forward to welcoming our future applicants
February 5, 2026

Grade 9 & 10 Applicants

  • Students applying to join Pathways in Grade 9 or 10 must submit a letter to Ms. Wood via email (awood@sd38.bc.ca) explaining why they wish to join the program. At the bottom of the letter, applicants must also include the name of at least one teacher who can serve as a reference.
February 6, 2026

 

Pathways Selection Criteria 
 
This program is geared towards students who demonstrate:
  • Academic diligence
  • The ability to act positively and effectively in a variety of social situations
  • Drive to assume leadership roles both in the school and in the community.
  • Enjoy experiential based learning
 
The selection process for this program is based on a desire to pursue leadership opportunities in the school and community, social maturity and strong interpersonal skills, academic ability and effective work habits.

Note:  The number of students who can join the Pathways program in grade 9 & 10 will depend on the number of spots open.  This will vary from year to year.

The Pathways Program application for the 2026-2027 school year opens TBD

The following three supporting files are required as part of your application. If you are unable to upload the required files, please submit your application as-is and sumit files by email (cambie@sd38.bc.ca) to submit the files.

1. Please upload a recent photo

2. Sign the Parent Authorization Form and upload your completed parent authorization form    

3. Please upload your most recent report card/summary of progress

4. Personal Video (submit your file as lastname_firstname-Pathways8)

 

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Pathways Application Form

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