Mission Statement B.C. Ministry of Education ìThe purpose of the British Columbia school system is to enable learners to develop their individual potential and to acquire the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to contribute to a healthy society and a prosperous and sustainable economy.î ñ Mandate for the School System Province of B.C., January 27, 1989 Mission Statement Thomas Kidd Elementary School At Thomas Kidd we strive for personal and academic excellence as we venture to become reflective and responsible lifelong learners.  We value critical thinking, creativity and innovation as we question, discuss, practice and assess.  Together we seek to understand each other and our ever changing communities.