Sir Alexander Mackenzie School (SAMS) is located in Hagensborg, B.C.. It is home to approximately 100 students in grades 6-12. It also has an active adult education program. SAMS has a proud history of accomplishments in all areas of academic, athletic, fine arts and applied skills programs since the school was first opened in 1949. In 2011-2012 the SAMS staff consisted of approximately 12 teachers and 1 teacher/principal, 5 Educational Assistants, 1 Youth Care Worker, 1 First Nations-Home School Coordinator, 1 secretary, 1 BCESIS/Management person, and 1 after-school custodian.