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eNews the BCPVPA’s weekly electronic newsletter September 5, 2014 eNews/1 In this issue … Mental Health Symposium Leadership opportunities BCPVPA Committee opportunity Planning Ahead Gordon Li on communications Mission invites applications for Vice-Principal, Hatzic Elementary, with a commencement date as soon as possible. Applications are due by 4 pm, Sept 8. Click for information or visit http://bit.ly/VNK2uU Nisga’a invites applications for Principal, Nathan Barton Elementary, Gin- golx. The school is 3.5 hours from Terrace and serves 80 students. The posi- tion holds a partial teaching assignment. Applications are due by 4 pm, Sept 12. Click for information or visit http://bit.ly/1qrJt67 Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows invites applications for anticipated principal and vice-principal positions. Successful candidates will demonstrate an abil- ity to “build relationships that support student success and facilitate excel- lence in all areas of organizational practice.” Applications are due by 4 pm, Sept. 19. Click for information or visit http://bit.ly/TeEWia On the move? If you’ve moved or changed schools, please email [email protected] who will update your records. Leadership opportunities S c h o o l Mental Health Symposium Friday October 24 Westin Wall Center Richmond Keynote speaker Mary-Ellen Turpel-Lafond BC Representative for Children and Youth A full-day symposium sponsored by the BCPVPA in collaboration with School-Centered Mental Health Coalition Click to register or visit http://bit.ly/1fpONDE $125 BCPVPA members • $150 non-members (plus GST, includes breakfast) Among the confirmed speakers, presenters and panelists: Keli Anderson The FORCE Society for Kid’s Mental Health Dr. Candice Murray, Dr. Connie Coniglio & Dr. Jana Davidson Children’s Hospital Jeff Stewart District Principal, Comox Valley Health Coalition, NIDES Dr. Elizabeth Saewyc McCreary Centre Society • Laurie Ebenal SD#43 District Principal Aboriginal Education Kim Weatherby DashBC • Cindy Andrew Helping Schools Centre for Addictions Research of BC/UofV Maria LeRose Dalai Lama Centre Panel Moderator • Dr. Patti Peterson University of New Brunswick Dr. Kristin Buhr Anxiety BC
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eNewsthe BCPVPA’s weekly electronic newsletter
September 5, 2014
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In this issue … Mental Health SymposiumLeadership opportunities BCPVPA Committee opportunityPlanning AheadGordon Li on communications
Mission invites applications for Vice-Principal, Hatzic Elementary, with a commencement date as soon as possible. Applications are due by 4 pm, Sept 8. Click for information or visit http://bit.ly/VNK2uU
Nisga’a invites applications for Principal, Nathan Barton Elementary, Gin-golx. The school is 3.5 hours from Terrace and serves 80 students. The posi-tion holds a partial teaching assignment. Applications are due by 4 pm, Sept 12. Click for information or visit http://bit.ly/1qrJt67
Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows invites applications for anticipated principal and vice-principal positions. Successful candidates will demonstrate an abil-ity to “build relationships that support student success and facilitate excel-lence in all areas of organizational practice.” Applications are due by 4 pm, Sept. 19. Click for information or visit http://bit.ly/TeEWia
On the move?If you’ve moved or changed schools,please email [email protected]
who will update your records.
Leadership opportunities
S c h o o lM e n t a lH e a l t h
S y m p o s i u m
Friday October 24 Westin Wall Center
Richmond
Keynote speaker
Mary-Ellen Turpel-LafondBC Representative for Children and Youth
A full-day symposium sponsored by the BCPVPA in collaboration withSchool-Centered Mental Health Coalition
Click to register or visit http://bit.ly/1fpONDE $125 BCPVPA members • $150 non-members
(plus GST, includes breakfast)
Among the confirmed speakers, presenters and panelists:
Keli Anderson The FORCE Society for Kid’s Mental HealthDr. Candice Murray, Dr. Connie Coniglio & Dr. Jana Davidson Children’s Hospital
Jeff Stewart District Principal, Comox Valley Health Coalition, NIDESDr. Elizabeth Saewyc McCreary Centre Society • Laurie Ebenal SD#43 District Principal Aboriginal Education
Kim Weatherby DashBC • Cindy Andrew Helping Schools Centre for Addictions Research of BC/UofVMaria LeRose Dalai Lama Centre Panel Moderator • Dr. Patti Peterson University of New Brunswick
Dr. Kristin Buhr Anxiety BC
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Applications due September 19, 2014: The BCPVPA will host its annual Connecting Leaders conference October 23-24, 2015. The Association is looking for members who are interested in serving on a small committee, which will work with staff to develop, organize and deliver this much anticipated provincial conference. Committees include Chair, Hospitality, Proposals, Budget, AV and Facilities, Registration, Volunteers, Communications/PR, Sponsors and Exhibitors. Applicants should have experience organizing conferences and be able to work with a team of BCPVPA staff, committee members, and volunteers. Applicants are requested to complete the BCPVPA Committee Application Form, which is available here or visit http://bit.ly/18AMAlR
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The BCAA School Safety Patrol Program is free to all qualified elementary schools in BC. Endorsed by the Canadian Automobile Association, the
program is designed to allow students to model safe pedestrian crossing prac-tices for younger children, while instilling important leadership, confidence, teamwork and community citizenship values. For information or registration, click or visit www.bcaa.com/schoolsafetypatrol
School safety patrolFree to BC’s elementary schools
DistruptED Vancouver 2014: It’s Time to Shake Up Education will provide, “individuals and groups with the opportunity to come together over three
days to share stories and ideas” about “what could school look like tomor-row?” Scheduled for October 23-25, speakers include David Helfand, Presi-dent, Quest University and Sean Nosek, Director of Instruction, Technology and Innovation, West Vancouver. The first day will be held at Thomas Haney Secondary in Maple Ridge and the last two days of the conference will be held at the Vancouver Convention Center. For more information and to register click or visit http://disruptedvancouver2014.blogspot.ca/
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Upcoming from the BCPVPA2014Mental Health Symposium • October 24 • RichmondPresidents’ Meeting • November 21 • RichmondChapter Council • November 21-22 (includes Student Scholarships) • Richmond
2015Chapter Council • February 20-21 • RichmondChapter Council • May 22-23 (includes BCPVPA Partnership Awards) • RichmondCAP/BCPVPA Conference • May 11 – 14 • Chateau Fairmont, WhistlerBCPVPA Connecting Leaders Conference • October 23-24
Nominations are now open for The Learning Partnership’s 2015 Canada’s
Outstanding Principals’ Program, which rec-ognizes the unique and outstanding con-tributions of principals in publicly funded schools. It honours principals from every province and territory in Canada who ex-emplify excellence in public education. Launched in 2005, the program was cre-ated, in partnership with Rotman School of
Management, to strengthen the education system by developing its leaders in publicly funded schools. The program offers principals from across Canada, who have demonstrated outstanding leadership in their schools and commu-nity, the opportunity to be brought to Toronto to be recognized nationally as exemplary educators at an annual gala awards evening for 500 guests; to experience a five-day Executive Leadership Training program at the Rotman School of Management; and become part of a National Academy of Prin-cipals, a pan-Canadian learning community of 300 Canada’s Outstanding Principals alumni.
• Nomination forms are here or visit http://cop.thelearningpartnership.ca/
Nominations openCanada’s Outstanding Principals
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President Gordon Lion week one
2014 — 2015 Board of Directors
President Gordon Li (Burnaby) [email protected]
Directors
Susan Clough (Surrey) [email protected]
Darren Danyluk (Rocky Mountain) [email protected]
David DeRosa (Kootenay-Columbia) [email protected]
Heidi Grant (Nechako Lakes) [email protected]
John Horstead (Surrey) [email protected]
Brett Johnson (Greater Victoria) [email protected]
Bryan Johnson (Sooke) [email protected]
Lee Karpenko (Prince George) [email protected]
Carol-Ann Leidloff (Kootenay Lake) [email protected]
Brian Leonard (Coquitlam) [email protected]
Kevin Reimer (Comox Valley) [email protected]
On the move?If you’ve moved or changed
schools, [email protected]
who will update your records.
I want to thank the many members who have emailed and phoned me this past week, both to wish me well and to share their thoughts and feelings
about this difficult time for BC’s public education system. Our conversations have been extremely helpful in guiding my thinking in this volatile situation.
Earlier this week I emailed all members a letter to outline the position of the BCPVPA. I also held three telephone conference calls with the Chapter Presidents and I appreciate the remarkable participation rate and response on such a short timeline.
Our Association’s strategic plan is the guide for our actions and communications. The BCPVPA recognizes that it does not have the ability to influence either the current bargaining positions or the strategies of the government or the BCTF. We continue to encourage the parties to return to the bargaining table and negotiate an agreement.
It is our assessment that any statement by the BCPVPA would not influence the outcome of the dispute. Three of BC’s most eminent mediators have attempted to bring the parties to an agreement. Schools are closed and editorials are written, but the conflict continues. The conflict has deep historical roots and is as much about relationships between the two parties as the issues on the table.
We celebrate the importance of relationships in our work. We work and collaborate with our teacher colleagues everyday. We continue to hope for a breakthrough, but if the strike continues, we will work hard to communicate and support all BCPVPA members.
We welcome your emails and calls.
Have a great weekend, Gordon
Planning Ahead
2014September 23 – 27, Kelowna, BCCanadian Student Leadership ConferenceThe Canadian Student Leadership Association and the Central Okanagan School District host Destina-tion Leadership in Kelowna, with a pre-conference in Vancouver. Speakers include Micah Jacobson, Trey Anthony and Ta’Kaiya Blaney and there will be a TEDx Kelowna event. Information: http://www.csla2-14.ca
September 27, West Vancouver, BC Tedx West VancouverED: rethinking educationAn independently organized TEDx event featuring, among others, Arlene Anderson, Chief Ian Campbell, Wade Davis, Adele Diamond, Judy Halbert, Silken Laumann, Jesse Miller and Sandy Tregus.Information: www.tedxwestvancouvered.com
October 16 – 17, Abbotsford, BCBecause Character MattersThe conference focus is “building and sustaining communities that put character first in all they do!” Among the speakers are Minister of Education Peter Fassbender and Dr. Avis Glaze.Information: http://bit.ly/1h7eBPg
October 23 – 25, Maple Ridge and Vancouver, BCDistruptED: It’s Time to Shake Up EducationThe Canadian Colalition of Self-Directed Learning will host its annual conference at Thomas Haney Secondary in Maple Ridge (Oct 23) and the Vancouver Convention Center (Oct 24 –25).Information: http://disruptedvancouver2014.blogspot.ca
October 24, Richmond, BCBCPVPA Mental Health SymposiumCo-sponsored by the BC School-Centered Mental Health Coalition, this day-long symposium addresses mental health issues with a specific focus on the BC situation. The keynote speaker is Mary-Ellen Turpel Lafond, BC Representative for Children and Youth. Several breakout sessions will also be available.Registration: http://bit.ly/1fpONDE
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BCPVPAEducator — email networking across the province
BCPVPAEducator is the Association’s listserve and allows members to share their expertise, connect with each other, and
establish a network of colleagues all across the province. This is an email-based service and membership currently stands at approximately 350. To subscribe email Richard Williams ([email protected]).
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December 6 – 10, Nashville, TNThe Learning Forward (National Staff Development Council) annual conference features Barrington Irving, Pearl Arredondo and Steve Gross among its keynote speakers. Sessions will address effective coaching, teacher leadership, online and blended learning and more. Registration fees increase on July 1.Information: http://learningforward.org/
2015February 3 – 4, Toronto, ONEducation Technology StrategiesLearn how you can design an innovative learning environment. Discover through case studies and interactive presentations how all levels of education are transforming how they deliver curriculums in a mobile learning environment. Hear about provincial government regulations that are integrating next generation education tools for the future of learning.Information: http://www.educationtechnologysummit.com/
February 19 – 21, San Diego, CAIgnite 14The annual conference of the National Association of Secondary School Principals is built around the “unique challenges of middle and high school leaders.”Information: http://www.nasspconference.org/
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S c h o o lM e n t a lH e a l t h
S y m p o s i u m
Friday October 24 Westin Wall Center
Richmond
Keynote speaker
Mary-Ellen Turpel-LafondBC Representative for Children and Youth
A full-day symposium sponsored by the BCPVPA in collaboration withSchool-Centered Mental Health Coalition
Click or visit http://bit.ly/1fpONDE for registration
Click to register or visit http://bit.ly/1fpONDE $125 BCPVPA members • $150 non-members
(plus GST, includes breakfast)
Among the confirmed speakers, presenters and panelists:
Keli Anderson The FORCE Society for Kid’s Mental HealthDr. Candice Murray, Dr Connie Coniglio & Dr. Jana Davidson Children’s Hospital
Jeff Stewart District Principal, Comox Valley Health Coalition, NIDESDr. Elizabeth Saewyc McCreary Centre Society
Laurie Ebenal SD#43 District Principal Aboriginal EducationKim Weatherby Dash BC
Cindy Andrew Helping Schools Centre for Addictions Research of BC/UofV
Planning Ahead/a supplement to BCPVPA eNews/7
February 27 – March 1, San Diego, CABridging the Hearts and Minds of YouthDiscover Mindfulness’s 4th annual conference will address issues around bullying and teen violence; marginalization, discrimination and poverty; the obesity epidemic; body image and eating disorders; substance use and abuse; the challenges and opportunities of media and technology; depression, anxiety and chronic illness.Information: http://discovermindfulness.ca/events/
April 16 – 17, Cleveland, OHMaking the Right ConnectionsThe annual conference of the STEM sectors (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) is intentend to build connections between schools, business, and community to help students succeed in these areas.Information: http://www.stemcon.net/
April 26 – 28, Kelowna, BCPeaks & Valleys: Perspectives on Law and Education The annual conference of the Canadian Association for the Practical Study of Law in Education will be held at the Grand Okanagan Resort.Information: http://capsle.ca/
May 7 – 9, New York, NYWorld-Class Minds: Improving Education, Teachers & Testing in a Globalized WorldThis Learning and the Brain’s conference will feature Steven Pinker, Yong Zhao and Pasi Sahlberg.Information: http://www.learningandthebrain.com/Event-300/World-Class-Minds/Program
May 11 – 14, Whistler • The Fairmont Chateau Whistler Connecting Leaders: Inspiring LearningCAP’s 2015 annual conference will be hosted by the BCPVPA at the Fairmont Hotel Whistler and features Wab Kinew, Jesse Miller, Stephanie Hirsh, Simon Breakspear and more.Information: Registration opens later this month, see eNews, Twitter and our website.
May 20 – 22, Montreal, PQUniversal Design for Learning: Canadian Perspectives The conference targets both K-12 and post-secondary educators and administrators. There are five identified streams and each will be offered specifically with a look at K-12 and post-secondary education respectively.Information: http://www.mcgill.ca/osd/udl-conference-2015
June 2 – 3, Brisbane, AustraliaEduTechEduTECH® is the Southern Hemisphere’s largest education congress and ed tech expo. In 2015, EduTECH will attract over 8,000 attendees; and will once again host 8 congresses, 8 post-congress masterclasses, official dinner for 900 guests, 250 exhibits, plus extra streams, seminars, TeachMeets and breakouts.Information: http://www.edutech.net.au//
Planning Aheadis published in the first eNews of the month.Get listed: email information about your event to Richard [email protected] and we will publicize it as space allows.
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June 22 – 25, Toronto, ONCICE-2015The Canada International Conference on Education is dedicated to the advancement of the theory and practices in education. The CICE promotes collaborative excellence between academicians and professionals from education.Information: http://www.ciceducation.org/
October 23 – 24, Richmond, BCConnecting LeadersThe BCPVPA’s annual conference.Information: coming via eNews, Twitter and the BCPVPA website
December, Washington, DCThe Learning Forward (National Staff Development Council) annual conference. Information: http://learningforward.org/
2016December, Vancouver, BC The Learning Forward (National Staff Development Council) annual conference. Information: http://learningforward.org/
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