Incoming and outgoing correspondence related to BCSTA’s advocacy efforts.
[Sent August 22, 2019] President Higginson to Minister Fleming, Minister Mark and UBCM President Singh: “The resolution notes several potential ideas for incentives that may press those working in rural
Continue Reading “Advocacy: Recruitment and Retention Strategy”
[Sent August 15, 2019] President Higginson to Minister Fleming and Minister Heyman: “Support in the way of funding for new school construction and the retrofitting of current buildings, as well
Continue Reading “Advocacy: Implementing CleanBC Plan for School Districts”
[Sent August 8, 2019] President Higginson to Minister Fleming and Minister Mark: “As indicated in the motion’s rationale, applicants in rural communities are often not able to meet the standards
Continue Reading “Advocacy: Eligibility Requirements for Teacher Training”
[Sent August 1, 2019] President Higginson to Minister James: “In response to the call from our membership, we request that you consider fully funding school district exempt staff through the
Continue Reading “Advocacy: Funding for Exempt Staff Compensation”
[Sent July 11, 2019] President Higginson to Minister Petitpas Taylor and Minister Dix: “Similar to the marketing of traditional cigarettes in the past, the creators, distributors and sellers of e-cigarettes
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[Sent July 11, 2019] President Higginson to Minister Fleming and Minister Trevena: “Our member boards of education aim to respond to any requirements coming from the Federal Minister of Transportation’s
[Sent July 11, 2019] President Higginson to Ministers Darcy, Dix, Fleming and Mark: “Providing additional professional development and learning opportunities, focused on mental health and well-being, and aimed specifically at
[Sent July 11, 2019] President Higginson to Ministers Conroy, Darcy, Dix and Fleming: “Promoting positive mental health strategies in schools is an important initial step in providing support for those
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[Sent July 11, 2019] President Higginson to Minister Fleming, Minister James and Dean (MLA): “As outlined in the motion, we wish to formally commend the Minister of Education, Rob Fleming,
On Thursday, June 13, 2019, BCSTA President Stephanie Higginson presented BCSTA’s recommendations to BC’s Select Standing Committee on Finance. As part of her presentation, she shared the following document with
Continue Reading “Advocacy: BCSTA’s Recommendations to the Select Standing Committee on Finance”
