Learn Newsletter
Learn is a resource for B.C.’s 70,000+ certificate holders. Published 3 times per week, Learn provides:
- Helpful tips and resources for teachers
- Inspirational stories from the field
- Research findings pertaining to education
- Important Ministry of Education news and events
Last updated: March 2, 2021
On this page:
Current Year
- February 23 – New Learning Resource Promotes Gender Parity
- February 16 – New App Simplifies Students’ Daily Health Check
- February 9 – 2021 Moose Hide Campaign
- February 4 – Enhanced Safety Measures for B.C. Schools
- February 1 – British Columbia Teachers’ Council Elections
- January 25 – Leo's Journey: A Story That Must be Told
Previous Years
September
- September 4 – Building Compassionate Communities in a New Normal (Free Webinar)
- September 1 - Shouting Whales Offers Fun Lesson Plans for Grades 6 to 8
August
- August 29 - Detailed Return to Classroom Plans Posted Online
- August 27 - Take a Look at the New Health and Safety Guidelines for the 2020/21 School Year
- August 20 - Minister’s Roundtable on Anti-Racism
- August 17 - K-12 Operational Guidelines Set Requirements for Masks
- August 14 - Safety Measures for Schools
- August 12 - Orientation Week Ensures a Safe, Ready and Welcome Return to School
- August 10 - What are Learning Groups?
- August 7 - Get Your Students Exploring Their Senses with Science World
- August 1 - A Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity for Canadian Youth
July
- July 25 – The Impact of School Closures on Children
- July 23 – More French Language Resources at Your Local Library
- July 21 – Helping Your Students During the Pandemic
- July 18 – Looking for Early Years Pro-D and Resources?
- July 16 – Resources for Teachers to Support the Understanding of Racism
- July 15 – The Study that Caught Dr. Bonnie Henry's Attention
- July 9 – Provincial Resources for FASD Students Garner Global Attention
- July 7 – Do Grades Matter?
- July 4 – Teachers Globally Are Becoming Allies
- July 3 – 27% of Students Tell Us They Need More Help with Math
- July 1 – Planning for September
June
- June 28 – Thank You for Rising to the Challenge!
- June 25 – Talking About Racism in the Classroom: Free Professional Development Sessions for Educators
- June 23 – Working Together with One Heart, One Mind, One Thought
- June 21 – B.C. Celebrates National Indigenous Peoples Day
- June 18 – Trauma-Informed Practice Resources for Educators
- June 17 – Positive Experiences Continue Through Week 2
- June 15 - BC Summer Reading Club Goes Online
- June 13 - Shelley Moore Offers Home Learning Tips in New Online Series
- June 11 - Teachers Share Their Experiences About Stage 3
- June 9 - Your Teaching Certificate Now Available Online
- June 4 - Diversity and Multiculturalism Resources for Your Classroom
- June 3 - Monterey Middle School Shares Virtual Walk Through
May
- May 30 - Your Top 6 Questions Answered about Expanding In-Class Instruction
- May 29 - Why is B.C. Expanding In-Class Instruction?
- May 26 - Live Today at 10 am: WE 2020 End of School Year Celebration
- May 23 - Expansion of In-Class Instruction: Your Questions Answered
- May 20 - Live Tonight: K-12 Education Townhall with Minister Rob Fleming
- May 19 - YMCA Launches New Online Resource for Teachers
- May 16 - Return to In-Class Learning
- May 14 - Education Assistants Find Creative Ways to Continue Supporting Students
- May 12 - How a Teacher’s Simple Gesture Helped a Student Find His Courage
- May 9 - Teachers Support Soon-to-Graduate Students Amidst Pandemic
- May 7 - New Mental Health Resources for Teachers
- May 5 - Together We Learn Newsletter and Website
- May 2 - Schools Continue Morning Announcements Amidst Pandemic
April
- April 30 - Dr. Bonnie Henry Makes Special Address to B.C. Educators and Support Staff
- April 28 - Frequently Asked Questions on Continuity of Learning
- April 25 - Teachers Deliver Assignments to Students by School Bus
- April 23 - School Staff Deliver More Than 75,000 Weekly Meals to Families
- April 21 - Continuity of Learning Planning Guide for Teachers
- April 18 - Teachers Use 3D Printers to Equip Essential Service Workers
January
- December 2019
Aboriginal How Are We Doing Report, What Makes B.C.’s Education System Successful, Office of the Commissioner for Teacher Regulation Annual Report - November 2019
Student Mental Health Initiatives, Boosting Indigenous Student Success, Youth Vaping - October 2019
Core Competencies, Premier’s Awards, Changing Results for Young Children (CR4YC) - September 2019
Early Learning Framework, Student Mental Health Funding, Graduation Assessment Requirements - August 2019
New Grade 11/12 Curriculum, K-9 Student Reporting Policy Pilot, Back to School Updates - July 2019
Summer Learning Loss, B.C.’s Redesigned Curriculum, Mental Health Resources - June 2019
Children and Youth in Government Care, GLA 10 Resources, Professional Standards for B.C. Educators - May 2019
Career Education Courses, B.C. Education Conference, Summer Pro-D Opportunities - April 2019
Improving Transitions for Indigenous Learners, Open School BC Turns 100, Six-year Completion Rates - March 2019
B.C.’s Next Generation of Teachers, Youth Innovation Day, Inclusive Education Videos - February 2019
Promoting Wellness in Schools, erase resources, BC Passport, Career Guide for Indigenous People - January 2019
B.C. Tripartite Education Agreement, erase_,_ B.C.’s Graduation Program, Premier’s Awards
- Spring 2018
Mindfulness and Wellbeing, Foundry, Stigma-free School in Saanich, BCTF Interview - Summer 2018
Inclusive Education, Commissioner for Teacher Regulation, Industry Training Authority Interview, Best Buddies Program - Winter 2018
Indigenization of the Education Program, Student Success Policy, BCASBO, Teaching Collaboratively
- Spring 2017
Code-ifying the Curriculum, BCPVPA & BC Student Voice Interviews, Offshore School Practicums, 2015 PISA Results - Summer 2017
Grad Years Curriculum, BCSSA & BCSTA Interviews, Teaching in Rural & Remote Areas - Winter 2017
SOGI at School, FISA & Association of BC Deans of Education Interviews, Holistic Approach to Mental Health, International Education Week
- Spring 2016
Offshore Schools Program, Welcoming Newcomers, Interview with Chair of BC Teachers’ Council - Summer 2016
Community-based Learning, Promoting Social and Emotional Development, Cheakamus Centre - Winter 2016
Real Acts of Caring, Child and Youth Safety, First Nations Education Steering Committee & BC CPAC Interviews
- Spring 2015
Ending Domestic Violence, BC Teachers’ Council, Learning Forum, Active Math, Reading Intervention Program - Summer 2015
IB Program, International Summit on Teaching, Academics for Elite Athletes - Winter 2015
Collaborating on Special Needs Education, Panel on Responsible Social Media Use, Supporting Gifted Students, New Trades Certificate
- Spring 2014
B.C.’s New Math Curriculum, Teaching on Money Management, ConnectEdBC - Summer 2014
Project-based Learning, SFU Professor’s Approach to Curriculum Innovation, Opening Doors to Post-Secondary Education - Winter 2014
ScribJab Storytelling App, English Language Learning Teaching Strategies, Improving Student Outcomes at Victoria Elementary School
- Spring 2013
Transforming B.C.’s curriculum, Trades Opportunities, Q&A with Commissioner for Teacher Regulation - Summer 2013
Enhancing Teacher-Parent Communication, Digital Storybook Program, Changing Times Summit - Winter 2013
First Nations Courses, Social Media Guidelines, Erase Bullying Training Sessions
- Spring 2012
New Model for Teacher Regulation, Improving Indigenous Student Achievement, Concussions in the Classroom - Summer 2012
Self-Regulating Students, Strategies to Create “Teachability Zone”, Student Engagement - Winter 2012
Early Learning and Reading Initiatives, Transforming B.C.’s Curriculum, Digital Literacy, All-Day Kindergarten