New, modernized Family and Student Portals are now available for MyEducation BC. These portals are accessible on smartphones, tablets, and desktops. Tailored to their roles in MyEducation BC, families and students can view the following information: • Assignments• Attendance• Class schedules• Announcements• Forms• Published reports (e.g., Learning Updates) For a quick overview of the portals, …
As outlined in the Student Permanent Record Instructions under Student Information in the Verification Box section, schools and school districts are not required to retain a copy of a student’s documents in the student’s file. Although it is the responsibility of an administrative officer or designate to verify the student’s name(s), birthdate, and placement data …
The Ministry of Education and Child Care invites schools in your district to participate in Career Education Week from November 24–28. Developed in partnership with the Career Education Society (CES) of BC, Career Education Week will feature virtual and in-person activities that bring the world of work to the classroom, expand students’ knowledge of career …
Although strike action has concluded, due to ongoing impacts we will not be able to send additional FSA materials; we will also not be extending the existing FSA administration timelines from October 1- November 10. FSA scoring materials (including student exemplars) will be made available for use by November 14, 2025, for local scoring. The …
Due to the impact of the recent strike action, the Graduation Assessment Session for November 3-7, 2025 will remain cancelled for all grade 10 and 12 assessments. The next available session will begin on January 12, 2026 and will be extended by an additional week, to January 30, to allow more time for a larger …
Due to BC General Employees’ Union (BCGEU) job action, any requests for FSA materials received after September 22, 2025, will not be immediately processed and sent to schools. Requests for materials after that date are being tracked and will be sent to schools as soon as possible. If you have any questions, please direct them to …
Mental Illness Awareness Week and World Mental Health Day Mental Health Awareness Week (October 5-11) and World Mental Health Day (October 10) offer a meaningful opportunity to reflect on how we foster mental health in our schools, workplaces, and communities. This year’s World Mental Health Day theme — “Access to Services: Mental Health in Catastrophes …
The Holocaust Educational Theatre is embarking on a province-wide initiative to bring live Holocaust education programming to middle and high schools across British Columbia, including Vancouver Island, the Lower Mainland and Interior regions. Their programming is based on the true, often verbatim stories of young survivors, and it is designed to combat antisemitism, foster empathy …
As part of the K–12 Workforce Plan, the ministry has developed an Education Assistant (EA) Competency Framework that outlines the core knowledge and skills needed to be successful in an EA role. Designed to support future EAs to be job-ready upon graduation, this framework aims to promote consistency across education programs for EAs in the …
Career Trek videos are a fun and easy way to explore different careers throughout BC. The videos feature interviews with people at their worksites describing their job responsibilities and work environments. Discover the newly redesigned Career Trek that allows for easier searching, filtering and navigation of over 190 Career Trek videos, including 10 new additions.
