Language arts discussions are regular features of professional development days and occasionally an entire professional development day is devoted to the reading program. In 1999, many teachers from Chase Primary participated in a one-day workshop on Open Court in Vancouver. They appear to be catching up to the non-Aboriginal students, especially grade 2. Evidence gathered for Accreditation purposes also showed improvement in all grades. Teachers are reporting a high level of satisfaction with the program, noting that students are showing more confidence and seem happier, especially around reading.
Parents surveyed also indicate a high level of satisfaction with the program.
The Chase First Nations Education Advisory Council meets monthly and consists of representatives from the three bands, coordinators, three principals, First Nations Support Workers, and Shuswap language teachers. The meetings are rotated around the three band offices. The Council sets goals and reviews all issues pertaining to First Nations education. There is honest, open communication between the school and the First Nations communities. The bands support school initiatives to improve the educational performance of their children.