Special Update – Wednesday December 7, 2022 Earlier today, Premier David Eby announced his new Cabinet at Government House. Among the many changes, Rachna Singh has been appointed as the new Minister of Education and Child Care and Grace Lore has been appointed as the new Minister of State for Child Care. These changes are …
Friday December 2, 2022 Hi, everyone – For those in the Lower Mainland, I hope your experience with the snow wasn’t too challenging, and for those in parts of the province who are far more adept at the winter weather, enjoy some amusement! Today was a busy week with the First Nations Leadership Gathering, where …
Friday November 25, 2022 Hi, everyone – I feel we are fully into the festive season with lights and decorations everywhere; the upside is they brighten up these darker November days! Please find below reporting information and reminders for the Student and Family Affordability Fund and Federal Safe Return to Class, as well as information …
Friday November 18, 2022 Hi, everyone – it’s a busy week of updates including a request and reminder to complete the Mental Health in Schools Action Plan questionnaire, an update and communicable disease reminder re: the Respiratory Illness Season, including a reminder/information that districts can continue to order free non-medical personal protective supplies such as …
Thursday November 10, 2022 Hi, everyone – this week is a short one with tomorrow being Remembrance Day. It’s an opportunity to take a moment of silence to remember and honour the sacrifices of people who served, and continue to serve, our country. I also want to acknowledge that November 8 was National Indigenous Veterans …
Friday November 4, 2022 Hi, everyone – just a short update this week, including an important reminder and practical information for educators on their rights and responsibilities regarding the use of copyright-protected materials. And don’t forget to turn your clocks back this weekend!
Friday October 28, 2022 Hi, everyone – we are well and truly into the windy and rainy fall season. However, a highlight is being able to share the Premier’s Awards for Excellence in Education videos after a successful event on Friday, October 14 and a wonderful evening of celebrating the finalists. There are short videos …
Friday October 21, 2022 Hi, everyone – just a quick update as we head into the weekend and welcome some rain here in Victoria (and I hear snow is coming to our northern colleagues). A reminder about our monthly analytics session and information about recent discipline outcomes. I hope everyone has a great weekend!
Friday October 14, 2022 Hi, everyone – tonight at long last are the 2022 Premier’s Awards for Excellence in Education. The winners will be announced tonight and a news release will follow tomorrow; thank you to everyone who submitted nominations and please join me in wishing all the nominees good luck this evening! Please also …
Friday October 7, 2022 Hi, everyone – as we head into the Thanksgiving weekend with the lovely fall sun, a few updates for you. Starting this fall the ministry will introduce a modified SADE survey with the intent to decommission the SADE by the end of the school year. Please also find below information on …
