Birkley Valks SD20 School Trustee

Birkley Valks SD20 School Trustee Born & raised in the Kootenays. Birkley is a business owner, father & advocate who lives with his wife and kids in Castlegar.

He is excited to help his community as the newest school board trustee for SD20

06/15/2026

Good afternoon everyone! I’m not a big fan of social media so I’m rarely here but, I would love to acknowledge all the graduates of 2026.

Congratulations to every single grad of 2026 across Kootenay-Columbia School District. Whether you’re a student at SHSS, KCLC, or JL Crowe…you are all incredible people. You have been through so much and came out on top. You got through Covid, wars around the globe and, the horrific tragedy in Tumbler Ridge earlier this school year. I’m beyond impressed with the resilience, strength, and passion to push through the lows to make your graduation possible.

I never cease to be amazed at how you take the work in stride, care for each other and grow as humans. Hats off to you all! (For those of you who know me, I’m wearing a hat more often than I’d like to admit, so that’s huge 😊)

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE EXCEPTIONAL GRADUATES OF 2026. Be brave, be you, be kind. You’ve got this! 🥳

I couldn’t be more impressed with all the young athletes, coaches and families here at the B.C. Games Badminton venue. T...
02/28/2026

I couldn’t be more impressed with all the young athletes, coaches and families here at the B.C. Games Badminton venue. The sportsmanship, kindness, and skill of these young people had been a pleasure to witness. Thank you to all of the wonderful volunteers who make it all possible.
Good luck to all of the athletes participating!

02/28/2026

Mayors Colleen Jones, and Andy Morel along with SD 20 Chair Catherine Zaitsoff accepting recognition on behalf of City of Trail, City of Rossland and School District No. 20 - Kootenay-Columbia. Thank you all for your commitment in ensuring BC Winter Games is a success!!

02/28/2026

I've struggled for weeks about what to say regarding the horrific tragedy in Tumbler Ridge and, honestly, I'm not even sure that I have it figured out, even now.
My heart is broken as it hit very close to home for me. I can't imagine the pain that their community is trying to manage and the inexplicable loss that they've suffered.
To the family and friends of those who's time was cut short...you are not alone. I, personally, am here for anyone experiencing the trauma and,if you need a shoulder to cry on or an ear to scream into. I'm here.
The educators, staff, administration, families, and community members throughout B.C. and the world are here for you.
And, to everyone in School District No. 20 - Kootenay-Columbia, I will always support you. If you need help during these difficult times, it's just one phone call/email/conversation away.
Be safe, be open, be kind.

12/17/2025

Due to widespread power outages, the following schools will be closed today, Wednesday, December 17th:
• Twin Rivers Elementary
• Castlegar Primary
• Stanley Humphries Secondary
• KCLC (Castlegar Campus)
• Fruitvale Elementary
• Rossland Summit School

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Castlegar, BC

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