The Risk Management Branch, Ministry of Finance, has released the 2023/24 premium allocations for the Schools Protection Program (SPP). A detailed breakdown is available in this SPP premiums distribution document. Further explanation of how the School Protection Premiums are developed can be found in the SPP Premiums Q&A Document.
The B.C. Public School Employers’ Association (BCPSEA) has developed labour relations guidance for school districts on the implementation of the Jackson Award pertaining to class composition and has shared this information with employer representatives. Please note that this guidance only pertains to determining employer compliance with restored collective agreement class composition language. This guidance does not change …
School districts will be required to complete Feeding Futures Fund Final Reports in July 2024. This report will ask for spending on School Food Programs, including: School districts will also be asked to report on decision making processes regarding the funding, including: Reporting questions can be sent to Tim Jah, Director, Funding and Financial Accountability …
Applications for the B.C. Excellence and Pathway to Teacher Education scholarships are now available on the ministry’s website and are due by February 15, 2024, 2:59 pm PST. Selected applicants must graduate and meet core eligibility and scholarship-specific requirements by August 31, 2024, to be confirmed for an award. Those students will be sent a scholarship voucher of $5,000 for tuition reimbursement …
The Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) is hosting a free virtual symposium speaker series throughout November and December 2023 to inform the development of a new, effective system of services for children and youth with support needs. Registration is free and now open. If you have questions, please reach out to Holli Ward, …
In support of Education Savings Week 2023 (November 14 to 18), please share this letter with families/guardians of students in Kindergarten through Grade 4 to let them know their child may be eligible for a $1,200 B.C. Training and Education Savings Grant for their post-secondary education.
