The Ministry of Education & Child Care is getting set to launch phases 1 and 2 of the Education Data Exchange (EDX) this fall/winter. EDX will modernize how schools and districts submit vital 1601 and 1701 data, making the process faster and more efficient. To facilitate a smooth launch, the ministry requires superintendents to select a district point person and email their contact details by December 1, 2023. Please see the Education Data Exchange Onboarding bulletin for additional information.
Friday November 17, 2023
Deputy Minister of Education and Child Care
Hi everyone,
I hope everyone who is attending the BCSSA fall Annual General Meeting is enjoying the crisp weather. Congratulations to Rohan Arul-pragasam for taking on the role of President and a very sincere thank you to Teresa Downs for her leadership and collaboration over her term. ECC has appreciated the excellent working relationship with the BCSSA and look forward to continuing to do so under Rohan’s leadership. I’d also like to congratulate Teresa for taking on a new role as the Superintendent of School District 42 (Maple Ridge) in February 2024!
In other news, please find important information below on the Province’s new anti-vaping campaign and resources, new Career Exploration Events for K-12 students, and confirmation that Safer Schools Together has been awarded a new three-year provincial safety contract after completing a competitive procurement process.
Have a great weekend everyone!
Christina Zacharuk
Deputy Minister of Education and Child Care
For Action
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Graduation Assessment Registrations Due Jan 4
Schools should submit registrations for the Grade 10 and Grade 12 January 2024 Graduation Assessments through a TRAX data transfer and confirm them on the Online Graduation Assessment Register that is open from November 20, 2023 to January 4, 2024.
For Information
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New Youth Vaping Website
The QuitNow website, funded by the Ministry of Health, has a new, dedicated mini-site and updated resources for youth interested in quitting or reducing their vaping. Feedback provided by the Youth Advisory Council at McCreary Centre Society and from young people across B.C. helped inform the development of these resources. Any questions or comments about the site can be directed to desouza@bclung.ca.
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New Provincial Safety Contract Awarded for erase
Safer Schools Together has been awarded the new three-year provincial safety contract after completing a competitive procurement process. There will be no disruption to Expect Respect and a Safe Education (erase) training and critical incident supports for school districts and schools. erase promotes a culture of student safety in B.C. schools by focusing on fostering safe, caring, and inclusive school communities and ensuring every child feels safe, accepted, and respected.
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Career Exploration Events for K-12
The Ministry of Education and Child Care’s Career Programs and Policy Unit will present a series of events for K-12 students across B.C. that highlight career exploration and career development. This initiative is part of the StrongerBC: Future Ready Action Plan. Read the K-12 Career Exploration and Development Virtual Events bulletin for more details.
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B.C. Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Awards Nomination
Nominations for the 2024 B.C. Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Awards are open until Wednesday, November 29 at 11:59 pm PST. The awards recognize leadership, strength, and activism of both individuals and organizations in strengthening multiculturalism and eliminating racism. Schools and districts are invited to nominate an exceptional student or staff member.
