J.V. CLARK SCHOOL ~ MAYO, YUKON
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Our Mission

The mission of J.V. Clark School is to promote the larger community and school working together to provide a safe and nurturing environment which enables students to become independent and lifelong learners who can function in a confident, responsible and productive manner socially, academically and culturally in their school, community, and in the global setting.

Land Acknowledgement

We, the students and staff of J.V. Clark School, respectfully recognize and acknowledge that we live, work, learn and play within the traditional territory of the First Nation of Na-Cho Nyak Dun.

Notices:



JV Clark School is considering a "rebrand" of our school mascot. We have been known as the Polar Bears for several years even though the nearest polar bear is very far away! We are considering changing our name to the Denyak Cho (Northern Tutchone for Big Moose). We feel that this change would better reflect local culture and the importance of moose in our community. It would also incorporate and honour First Nation language. Additionally, there are no other school sports teams with this name. Have your say, complete our survey today: 
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/5GGMMHP​

Let's go, Denyak Cho! (Has a nice ring to it!)

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Please make sure your child has indoor shoes.

All students must have bike helmets when riding bikes at school or for school functions.

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Job Postings:

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Teacher on call Job ad – click HERE
Information on how to apply to be a teacher on call – click HERE

Bus Notice:

No notices at this time.

Upcoming Dates to Remember:

Tuesday, August 22, 2023
First Day of School!
Pancake Breakfast at 8:30a.m. All are welcome!
Tuesday, September 5, 2023
Meet & Greet Night for Parents, Students & Staff!
Doors open at 6:30p.m.!
Thursday, September 7-Friday, September 8, 2023
Fiddle with Amelia
​Tuesday, September 12- Wednesday, September 13, 2023
Grade 6/7 Early Bird Volleyball Tournament in Whitehorse
Friday, September 15, 2023
Picture Day
​Monday, September 18 & Tuesday, September 19, 2023
​Pottery Workshops at JVC for all students.
​Thursday, September 21-Friday, September 22, 2023
​Fiddle with Amelia
​Friday, September 22, 2023
Terry Fox Run
Wednesday, September 27, 2023
French Concert- CANCELLED
Friday, September 29, 2023
Truth & Reconciliation Activities at JVC
​Saturday, September 30, 2023
National Day of Truth & Reconciliation
Monday, October 2, 2023
No School Day for the National Day of Truth & Reconciliation

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Greetings from the Principal

August 22, 2023

Dear Parents, guardians and community members,

Welcome to the new school year of 2023/24 at JV Clark School.

Speaking on behalf of the teaching team in the school, we are very excited about what this year will bring.  Our intention is to broaden the delivery to include inquiry-based learning, experiential learning, ‘On the land’ experiences, off-site sports activities and enhanced cultural and traditional connections to the curriculum.  

We have four new teachers joining the teaching team and we would like to invite parents, guardians and community members to join us for a fun ‘meet and greet’ replete with games, snacks, beverages and – of course! – prizes!  This will happen on Tuesday September 5th at 6:30 for 7:00.  Please RSVP by August 28th by phoning the school on 867-996-2245 or via email: douglas.cooper@yukon.ca  Our teaching team is a very talented group with theatrical and drama experience, a qualified engineer, a permanent woodshop teacher, a permanent PE teacher, artists, poets, skiers, potters, beading experts, bakers and athletes.  It is our intention to share these passions with students and make school a great place to be. We also welcome local knowledge keepers and traditional artists to contact the school to share their skills and knowledge. We also encourage students to share their interests with teachers.

We have already had a pancake breakfast on the first day of school hosted by the Members of the School Council. Thank you to the Chairperson, Sarah Paschuk and School Council members – Ian Spencer, Terra Blanchard, Mymee Chow and Ashley Churches for providing a fabulous pancake breakfast complete with whipped cream, sausages and fresh strawberries.

Also, look forward to a special event happening sometime during the week of September 11th.  Day and time to be determined where we will have a ‘live event showing’ of a Family Feud game show starring our very own teachers – Ms Amy, Ms McCauley, Ms Caroline, Mr Reid and Mr Stauffer.  Only these esteemed game show contestants – as part of ‘National Teacher Week’ on Family Feud – know the final result! Very exciting!

If you have any questions and/or wish to share ideas and thoughts, please feel to contact the school.
 
Yours faithfully,

Douglas Cooper
JV Clark School Principal
​douglas.cooper@yukon.ca

Bus Route 2023-2024

7:50 a.m.    T-Junction (one stop)
8:00 a.m.    C6 (3 stops)
8:10 a.m.    Airport Subdivision 
8:20a.m.     Arrival at school                                                        

Students should be at the bus stops 5 minutes before their time and prepare to wait there for up to 10 minutes. 

Morning Supervision & Recess

Reminder to parents that morning playground supervision begins at 8:15a.m. The elementary (K4-Gr.5) warning bell is at 8:25a.m. and elementary classes start at 8:35a.m.

Please make sure that your children are dressed appropriately for the weather.

The cold temperature cut-off for outdoor recess is -30, including windchill. 

Planned Absences

If you know your child will be away for any amount of time please fill out this form and return it to the school.
​Planned Absence Form

Is your child not feeling well?

Use the guidelines below to see if they should be in school:
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​Stop Light Poster Explanation



Na-Cho Nyak Dun

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The First Nation of Na-Cho Nyak Dun represents the most northerly community of the Northern Tutchone language and culture group. Northern Tutchone is spoken in the Yukon communities of Mayo, Pelly Crossing, Stewart Crossing & Carmacks. The Na-Cho Nyak Dun (Big River People) have lived in our traditional territory since time began. To learn more about Na-Cho Nyak Dun government, language, history, culture & achievements, please visit the NND website: https://www.nndfn.com/​
 | Yukon Education | YESNet  | Last modified: Mar. 31, 2023
  • Home
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    • Student Expectations
    • Safety Procedures
    • School / Community Relations
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