Friday September 1, 2023 Hi, everyone. As we head into the Labour Day weekend and everyone is busy preparing to welcome students next week, the ministry has several resources and information for you. There is a lot this week, so please take a moment when you can to review and share as appropriate. I wish … Read More

Friday August 25, 2023 Hi, everyone. As we near back-to-school and what is a busy time for all, our thoughts are with the many communities in British Columbia and Northwest Territories impacted by wildfires. We want to thank school district leadership and staff, firefighters, first responders, emergency management teams, and communities who are working tirelessly … Read More

Friday August 18, 2023 Hi everyone, Thank you again for the great collaborative conversations at the BCSSA Leadership Gathering. The executive team and I were pleased to have some time on the agenda to talk about our collective priorities for the coming school year. I would also like to note that these great discussions were … Read More

Friday August 11, 2023 Hi, everyone. I look forward to connecting next week at the BC School Superintendents Association (BCSSA) Summer Leadership Gathering to kick off the 2023/24 school year. In advance of the meeting, please find a few updates this week, including: a continuation of the procurement process for expertise and knowledge to support … Read More

Friday August 4, 2023 Hi, everyone. I’m acting for Deputy Minister Christina this week while she is on vacation. Firstly, I’d like to acknowledge the ongoing impact of wildfires across the province, including the evacuation orders this past week in Osoyoos and Downton Lake. We’re reminded that the impacts of climate emergencies are unpredictable and … Read More

Friday July 28, 2023 Hi, everyone. I’m acting for Deputy Minister Christina Zacharuk this week while she’s on vacation. This week’s DM Bulletin includes information on the Nominal Roll Joint Verification Process webinars/drop-in sessions, the June 2023 Graduation Assessment results, and recent discipline outcomes. Have a great weekend, Melanie StewartAssistant Deputy Minister, Learning and Education … Read More

Friday July 21, 2023 Hi, everyone. Just a short update this week, as I’m sure many of you are enjoying a well-deserved break. Of course, we all know that many communities are dealing with the ongoing realities and threats of wildfires and drought. Our thoughts are with the families of Devyn Gale and Adam Yeadon, … Read More

Friday July 14, 2023 Hi everyone, Our Deputy Minister has been on the road this week supporting our Ministers at the Council of Ministers of Education, Canada in Saskatoon and at the Meeting of Federal, Provincial and Territorial Ministers Most Responsible for Early Learning and Child Care, in Iqaluit, Nunavut. Congratulations to the 45,000 BC graduates … Read More

Friday July 7, 2023 Hi everyone, a few end of year reminders as we head into July and hopefully for everyone some well-deserved time off: Indigenous Education year-end reporting, ELCC environmental scan reports for July 15th, and a SharePoint clean-up reminder. For the coming 2023/24 School Year, please find updates on the graduation assessment schedule, … Read More