Learn Newsletter

• March 1 – New website helps students, parents, educators learn more about COVID-19 prevention in school 

• 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

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

• January 2020 - ​​​​​​​​Holocaust Education Day, Equity Scan Project, Vaping Resources

• 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