Friday June 14, 2024 Hi everyone, This week, Deputy Minister Christina Zacharuk has been in Toronto with ADM Jennifer McCrea at the Council of Ministers of Education Canada (CMEC) Annual Meeting. Christina was on a panel on Artificial Intelligence, and I understand it was very well received. At CMEC, they also discussed Indigenous Education, digital … Read More

Friday June 7, 2024 Hi, everyone. It was good to see all of you this morning as we head into the last weeks of the school year. While there are only a few weeks left of instruction, as per Minister Singh’s letter, thank you for continuing to ensure districts provide appropriate and relevant learning opportunities … Read More

Friday May 24, 2024 Hi, everyone. While it’s a short week, there is no shortage of events and updates! Please see information below on the 2024 FESL templates (with pre-populated data for your convenience) as well as information on how to register for the August Learning First Peoples Summer Institute put on by FNESC. I’d … Read More

Friday May 31, 2024 Hi, everyone, In today’s bulletin, we have information on Access Zones that have been established around K-12 schools and child care centres located on school grounds. The below article, prepared Q&A document, and news release link provide additional information. Access Zones are an important step for preserving safe access to education … Read More

Friday May 17, 2024 Hi, everyone. As you’re aware, the wildfire season in B.C. has already started. I want to recognize that many in the Fort Nelson community, including SD 81 staff and students, have been evacuated. Thank you to SD 60 and others for supporting Mark Theobald and SD 81 during this challenging time. … Read More

Friday May 10, 2024 Hi, everyone. Thank you for the robust and rich discussion over the two days at JCAM and the All Superintendents Meeting. I expect most of you are en route home or waiting to tune into the hockey game, but a few follow-ups from our discussions. While we are only in May, … Read More

Friday May 3, 2024 Hi, everyone. We have a few updates and reminders this week. I know everyone is in the middle of budget consultations and processes with your boards. A reminder that the updated school trustee Codes of Conduct should already be submitted unless you’ve let us know about any delays. Also a reminder … Read More

Friday April 26, 2024 Hi, everyone. Well, we’re glad this week is over, as we supported both ministers through eight hours of a rather colourful Estimates debate at times! Thank you to those we reached out to with questions or clarifications. Please find below some great news about the expansion of Integrated Child and Youth … Read More

Friday April 19, 2024 Hi, everyone. Happy sunny Friday (which I know it is for most of you since you’re in Vancouver at the BCSTA AGM, where the sun is out!). In today’s Bulletin, please find information on the Model Local Education Agreement (LEA). We will go over this in more detail on Monday morning … Read More