The 4 public schools are spread throughout the district in the communities of Dease Lake, Telegraph Creek, Lower Post and Atlin. Telegraph Creek is less than 60 km from the Alaska border and Lower Post is just south of the Yukon border on Highway 97. Dease Lake is 113 km north east of Telegraph Creek on Highway 37. Atlin, on Highway 7 in the extreme northwest corner of the province, is reputed to be a magical, life-changing place, enticing many visitors to stay. One independent school is in Iskut, home of the Iskut Band, south of Dease Lake along Highway 37.
Road conditions can be hazardous and driving cautiously with four-wheel drive is recommended.
Last year Stikine decreased the amount of art performances from a projected 16 to a final 8 art events by interdisciplinary and musical groups. Generally, the arts coordinator selects and books the artists for the schools, and selection is based on who is available and willing to make the journey. Band Schools 2 Colleges Northern Lights College Dease Lake Learning Centre Return to top of page. Last Updated August 2001.