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September 1, 2011Uncategorizedby Andrea

Recent Study on Full Day Kindergarten in BC

The introduction of full-day kindergarten in half of B.C. elementary schools last year was a remarkable success, according to a new study, despite the fact the plan was hatched in a hurry and not everyone is convinced it was necessary. “In my 40 years as an educator, I have not …

August 31, 2011Uncategorizedby Andrea

Which school should you enroll your child in?

We’ve been getting some website searches recently from people wondering which school their child should attend (such as “prince george what school do we go to“). Here’s where to start at the school district site: http://www.sd57.bc.ca/Schools/Pages/default.aspx This is the school district catchment maps: http://www.sd57.bc.ca/Parents/StudentReg/Catchments/Pages/default.aspx If you’re new to the school …

August 31, 2011Job Actionby Andrea

Teachers file strike notice

http://www.bctf.ca/NewsReleases.aspx Press release from BCTF: As the new school year begins, BC teachers are disappointed that the employer has not returned to the bargaining table with a mandate to invest in public education through enhanced funding for services to students and a fair increase to wages and benefits for teachers. …

August 30, 2011Job Actionby Andrea

Education Minister Abbott rules out prolonged teachers’ strike

B.C. students returning to school next month will likely face a reduction of services but a prolonged teachers’ strike isn’t something the government will let stand for long, said Education Minister George Abbott. Abbott told reporters Tuesday he’s not optimistic that a contract agreement between the B.C. Teachers’ Federation and …

August 30, 2011Job Actionby Andrea

Videos from Public School Employer’s Association

This website, from the BC Public School Employer’s Association, has information as to regards job action and education as an essential service. http://www.bcpsea.bc.ca/bc-teachers/teacher-collective-bargaining/essential-services.aspx

August 30, 2011Job Actionby Andrea

No recess confirmed

According to Tuesday’s Prince George Citizen: Elementary school students will go without a formal recess if teachers proceed with their job action when classes begin next week, School District 57 superintendent Brian Pepper confirmed Monday. Teachers have said they will refuse to do administrative work or attend meetings with management …

August 28, 2011Uncategorizedby Andrea

Next Meeting – September 12th

The September DPAC meeting will be held Monday, September 12th, at 7pm. Usually, these meetings are the first Monday of the month and held at the Van Bien Training and Development Centre, 311 Wilson Crescent. 7:00p.m. – 9:00 p.m. All DPAC General Meetings are open to the public and you …

August 28, 2011Policyby Andrea

Draft – BCCPAC Fall Conference Delegate Selection Policy

This is a draft policy, posted for discussion, and is based on the Kamloops/Thompson DPAC policy. 1. Background The Fall Conference of BCCPAC is a training-oriented conference, where delegates attend multiple workshops to improve their skills in building effective PAC’s. As well, the conference is a major networking opportunity …

August 28, 2011Policyby Andrea

Draft – BCCPAC Spring Conference Delegate Selection Policy

This is a draft policy, posted for discussion, and is based on the Kamloops/Thompson DPAC policy. 1. Background The Spring Conference is the AGM of BCCPAC and is a policy-oriented conference, where resolutions are put forward and voted on by BCCPAC members. It is a means of bringing …

August 28, 2011Minutesby Andrea

Minutes – June 6, 2011

DPAC MEETING NOTES FOR JUNE 6, 2011 2011 June 6 DPAC minute in PDF format Attendees: DPAC Executive: Don Sabo, Chris Finke, Gillian Burnett, Michelle Rolfes, Sarah Holland, Steve Shannon Partner Groups: Linda Naess, Brian Pepper, Lois Boone, Anne Smith School Reps: Buckhorn Elementary(Connie Kragt), Beaverly Elementary(Colleen Smith), Ecole College Heights(Lara …

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Recent Study on Full Day Kindergarten in BC

Which school should you enroll your child in?

Teachers file strike notice

Education Minister Abbott rules out prolonged teachers’ strike

Videos from Public School Employer’s Association

No recess confirmed

Next Meeting – September 12th

Draft – BCCPAC Fall Conference Delegate Selection Policy

Draft – BCCPAC Spring Conference Delegate Selection Policy

Minutes – June 6, 2011

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