The BC School Trustees Association
Serving and Supporting BC’s Boards of Education
Since 1905
BCSTA is driven by the following beliefs and goals:
A high-quality public education system is the foundation of a democratic society
Improving student achievement is the key work of locally elected boards of education
The interests of BC students are best met through local decision-making with an engaged community
Providing a strong, representative voice for boards of education throughout the province is important
Helping to build effective boards by providing development, communications and support services
The Work of a Trustee
Trustees engage their communities in building and maintaining a school system that reflects local priorities, values and expectations. Boards are accountable to the people they serve.
ABOUT TRUSTEESOur Local Voices Matter
Driven by their central purpose, and confirmed by studies across Canada and North America, boards of education are making a positive difference in the lives of our students.
PDF DOWNLOADA Focus on Results
Beyond responsibility, there is considerable evidence that boards of education can and do positively affect student success and well-being.
READ MORENews & Updates
Advocacy: Vape Awareness and Vape Cessation Resources for Youth Response
By BCSTA
[Received February 21, 2020] Director General Van Loon to President Higginson: “The Government of Canada is very concerned about the rapid rise in youth vaping. We are taking further action, including putting in place additional controls through regulations, investing in public education and intensifying enforcement of the legislation.”
Advocacy: School Site Acquisitions
By BCSTA
[Sent January 20, 2020] President Higginson to Minister of Education Fleming: “The enclosed discussion paper identifies several specific concerns about school site acquisitions and lists recommendations for government consideration which are intended to address those concerns. The paper was developed as a result of engagement with every Board of Education and input from several boards.”
BCSTA HUB
The BCSTA HUB is our exclusive member’s only area.
Items such as district policies, various meeting minutes, the BCSTA Learning Guide, discussions and more can be found here.
ACCESS THE HUBContact Us
4th floor – 1580 West Broadway
Vancouver, BC V6J 5K9
Phone: 604-734-2721