Principal’s Message

I am excited to be part of the Journey team as Principal for the 2025-2026 school year. Working alongside the dynamic staff at Journey Middle School, we look forward to building a strong, safe and positive learning environment for all students in grades 6 to 8.  At Journey we value and respect the importance of kindness and promote an inclusive school environment for all students.  Students learn the value of curiosity, develop the confidence to ask questions and build greater belief in themselves.  We establish positive connections with our local community members and strive to create extensive learning opportunities for our students.

Our school community continues to build meaningful relationships with T’Souke Nation, Pacheedaht Nation and all other Coast Salish peoples on Vancouver Island.  We value their traditions, language, and teachings supported through NA’ TSA’ MAHT education.  “One Mind, One Body, One Spirit”

As we begin the school year, we extend a warm welcome to all new, and returning, students and encourage their involvement in school sports, events, clubs and leadership activities. We look forward to building a strong, resilient and thriving school community and encourage parents to be actively involved in their child’s education.

Please reach out if you have any questions, suggestions, concerns or compliments.  I can be reached at the school and value any connections established with local members of the Sooke community.

John Mennie

jmennie@sd62.bc.ca / 250-642-5881