The Boards at Work Blog exists to provide members and the public with education news and features that reflect the increased leadership role that boards of education play in public education.
In a time when the future of education hangs in the balance, the Kootenay Lake School District is shining as a beacon of hope and proactive leadership. The Board of
Continue Reading “Empowering Voices: Kootenay Lake’s Advocacy on Education in the 2024 Election”
On behalf of the British Columbia School Trustees Association (BCSTA), President Carolyn Broady extends a warm welcome to students, staff, parents, and trustees as we embark on a new school
In late May, I travelled to Victoria with a team of BCSTA staff to discuss recent member motions and priorities with the Ministry of Education and Child Care.
Students from Greenwood Elementary School in the Boundary School District have been exploring local histories and finding ways to honour the presence of Japanese culture in their community.
A record number of Deaf and Hard of Hearing students from across the province came together for an event in Burnaby, where they shared their talents, competed, and connected with
Continue Reading “Burnaby’s Deaf and Hard of Hearing Showcase Draws Record Numbers”
Meet Winnie Morven-Hansen, board chair at the Nisga’a school district.
Last fall I had the privilege of meeting with Premier David Eby to address the alarming rise in disruptive protests targeting schools across our province.
News of a national school food program is proof that advocacy works!
Last week, I looked around a room where I was gathered with our education partners without internet access, having surrendered my cell phone moments earlier and been sworn to secrecy
Continue Reading “Behind the Scenes: Insights from the Budget Lock-Up”
One of our district’s Safe Schools liaisons has been named this year’s Rising Star at the inaugural DIVERSEcity Black Brilliance Awards.
