Seycove Secondary
North Vancouver School District
Values Statement
​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​The Seycove Community strives to engage its members in opportunities for collaborative innovation and learning, to build and maintain purposeful connections and relationships, and to create a safe environment in which to develop citizens of integrity.




SEYCOVE is a CREATIVE, RESPECTFUL
& INCUSIVE COMMUNITY
We foster a sense of belonging and responsibility to ourselves, 
each other, the land, and the world around us.

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At Seycove at sə́yəmətən, we are a true COMMUNITY who believes in:

  • Belonging: Building a sense of safety and inclusion where everyone feels they are a part of something greater.
  • Inclusivity: Ensuring everyone feels seen, heard, and supported. 
  • Being Welcoming: Creating a warm and inviting space where all feel at home. 
  • Diversity: Celebrating the unique identities, cultures, and experiences that enrich our community. 
  • Relationships: Fostering connection, trust, and mutual respect among all members. 
  • Empathy: Understanding and valuing the experiences and perspectives of others.
  • Collaboration: Working together to achieve common goals and support one another.
  • Respect: Treating everyone with kindness, dignity, and consideration.
  • Connection: Building meaningful relationships that create a sense of unity and shared purpose.​

We aim to nurture a community that is welcoming, compassionate, and committed to ensuring all people feel like they belong.


At Seycove at sə́yəmətən, we are a CREATIVE group who values:​

  • Open-Mindedness: Embracing innovation, imagination, and the arts to inspire learning and growth. Producing ideas that are both novel and valuable. Thinking through multiple lenses and problem solving through creative process.  
  • Authenticity: Encouraging individuals to be true to themselves and their values.
  • Agency: Empowering each person to make meaningful choices and take action.
  • Different Perspectives: Valuing diverse viewpoints as opportunities to continuously learn, grow, and build understanding.
  • Celebration of Each Other: Recognizing and honoring the unique and varied achievements, talents, and contributions of all members of our community.
  • Innovation: Working together to spark new ideas and thinking and bring ideas to life.​

 Together, we are committed to a vibrant, caring, and collaborative environment that reflects these values in everything we do.​


At Seycove at sə́yəmətən, we value RESPECT and recognize the importance of:

  • Kindness: Treating others with care, empathy, and understanding.
  • Accountability: Taking responsibility for our actions and words.
  • Integrity: Acting with honesty and fairness in all we do.
  • Collaboration: Working together with open-mindedness and appreciation for different perspectives.
  • Responsibility: Caring for our community, school, and the land we share.
  • Communication: Expressing ourselves thoughtfully and listening with intent.
  • Stewardship: Caring for, being responsible for, and honoring the land we are on so that it can thrive for future generations.​

By fostering respect, we create a community built on trust, care, and shared responsibility.​


At Seycove at sə́yəmətən, we value INCLUSION and recognize the importance of:

  • Belonging: Ensuring everyone feels valued, heard, and supported.
  • Equity: Recognizing and addressing barriers to create fair opportunities for all.
  • Acceptance: Celebrating differences and embracing diversity.
  • Empowerment: Encouraging each individual to contribute and succeed.
  • Compassion: Understanding and uplifting others with kindness and respect.
  • Cultural Awareness: Honoring Indigenous histories, perspectives, and traditions while learning from all cultures.

By fostering inclusion, we build a welcoming, supportive environment where all individuals can thrive and contribute meaningfully to our shared world.


We aspire to be mindful, responsible, and dedicated individuals who care deeply for the land 

and the world around us and our actions reflect our commitment to giving back. ​