Byng Satellite Program

Program Description:

The Byng Satellite Program enrolls students in grade 8, 9 and 10 whose behavior negatively impacts their ability to function academically, socially and emotionally and requires interventions beyond the regular school’s resources. The program provides a structured, yet supportive atmosphere where students are guided towards personal accountability and responsibility.  Byng Satellite provides a flexible learning environment which includes self-paced components in order to meet the student’s unique needs.

Student Profile:

The applicant will have attempted grade 8 and be between the ages of 14-17.  Byng Satellite is an appropriate alternative placement for students who may have a combination of the following issues:

• need smaller academic setting and more one-to-one assistance;
• need a more supportive transition from elementary to high school;
• have been impacted by family or personal crises;
• need their attendance and punctuality more closely monitored;
• need to form new peer groups and more positive and more effective personal and school habits;
• need to work in a more supportive, structured setting which allows for a focus on social and emotional support.

Students referred to this program should meet the Ministry of Education criteria for designation in the “R” or “H” category (Students Requiring Behaviour Intervention or students with Mental Health concerns). 

Academic Goal:

At Byng Satellite students can complete grade 8, 9 and 10. The focus of the program is to have students meet requirements to enter a Grade 11 program. Student progress is managed through the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) process which involves the student, the parent/guardian and program staff. Adaptations are made where necessary to meet the needs of the students. In addition to providing educational and recreational programming, the program staff is dedicated to working individually with students to focus on their social and emotional needs.

Referral Process:

Intake is continuous as space becomes available. Students are required to complete an application form which can be acquired form the Byng Satellite Program or Lord Byng Secondary School. Referrals are accepted from administrators, counsellors, Youth and Family Workers and self referrals.  The Youth and Family Worker will arrange an intake interview with the students and his/her parents/guardians.

Program Capacity and Staffing:

Byng Satellite enrolls 22 students and has 1 Teacher, 1 Youth and Family Worker and 1 School and Student Support Worker.

Location:

Address:                       4595 West 5th Avenue, Vancouver, B.C.  V6R 2A4

Telephone:                    604-228-0360     Fax:  604-228-4246

Administering School:    Lord Byng Secondary School