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S4L: Space in Metro and Surrey only

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Serving members by supporting effective leadership in education through representation, advocacy and leadership development. $10,000 scholarships for students in their final year of high school deadline is October 25

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he Horatio Alger Association of Canada provides $650,000 annually in need-based scholarship support for deserving students. Scholarships of up to $10,000 are awarded to full-time students in their final year of high school with financial need (family income less than $65,000) who have demonstrated integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity, a commitment to pursue a post-secondary education, a desire to contribute to society, and a good academic record. For information and to apply visit http://bit.ly/2bCwM94

BCPVPA’s Super Vision for Learning Limited space in the Surrey and Metro — September start for all cohorts

Super Vision for Learning is the BCPVPA’s eight-month learning experience in which supervision for learning, school improvement, and professional development are the key outcomes. Based on a peer coaching model, there are five days of program development over the course of eight months and ongoing joint practice development with colleagues. The five days of program development will take place between September and May 2017. Registration fees are $840 ($800 + $40 GST) for BCPVPA members and $1207.50 ($1,150 + 57.50 GST) for non-members. Register: http://bit.ly/1Tl9NdN

Leadership Opportunities Kootenay Lake invites applications for Vice-Principal, to be deployed to

both Homelinks (Creston) and to Canyon-Lister Elementary. The VP will work in conjunction with the Principal of both schools and be based primarily from Homelinks Creston. This is a term position that ends July 31, 2017 (due to a leave of absence). Apply by 12 pm, September 20. http://bit.ly/1Ug1PUZ Surrey invites applications for District Principal, Student Services, with a primary focus on supporting all learners though a universal design model. Applications are due by 12 noon, Sept 26. http://bit.ly/2cwnBFi Peace River North invites applications for Principal, Bert Ambrose Elementary School or for any subsequent elementary vacancies. Applications are due by October 24 at 11:30 pm. http://bit.ly/2c3Mclz

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BCPVPA MediaScan Principals & vice-principals & the BCPVPA in the news

‘Acknowledging the opportunities we have with aboriginal teachings’ @SD62_Sooke Dist Principal Kathleen King-Hunt http://bit.ly/2cEWKZu ‘Resolving problems collaboratively w/ the teacher & school sets a positive example;’ SD36 Principal Faizel Rawji http://bit.ly/2cfcWCl Interview: ‘A sense of belonging’ SD73 Principal Syd Griffith & VP Greg Hall on blending K-12 students under 1 roof http://bit.ly/2c4O2PF ‘Amazing immersion teaching staff, passionate about French language’ SD61 Principal Simon Burgers on high enrolment http://bit.ly/2cRURdq Connections w/ StrongStart & after school activities: SD67 Principal Scott Edwards on a planned child care centre http://bit.ly/2cdbco1 6-min radio interview: @burnabyschools Principal David Starr on refugees/anxiety/strategies to help students adapt http://bit.ly/2bYarOr Strong opportunities/benefits of a 2nd language: @sd83schools Principal Isabelle Gervais on French immersion http://bit.ly/2c5p1tN ‘An amazing building, a great place to learn/to work’ SD62 Principal Ray Miller on Belmont Sec as construction ends http://bit.ly/2cakW2g Flexibility, settings, interactive & community: SD34 Principal Brad Hutchinson on the growth of online learning http://bit.ly/2cBvHLQ Purposeful & engaging, a culture of reflection, inclusive & safe: @SeatoSkySD48 Principals on the new curriculum http://bit.ly/2bYlcDX ‘Providing high-quality learning/extra-curricular opportunities’ SD53 Principal Mike Safek on the new year start-up http://bit.ly/2ccCCuq ‘Many kids would struggle w/out your support’ SD27 Principal Calvin Dubray thx Walmart employees/ breakfast support http://bit.ly/2bIZf9r SD45 VP @JBillingsley5: Parents/teachers working to personalize approach to learning to suit each individual student http://bit.ly/2bNk0Te Principal Derek Beeston @sd68bc on Stock the Lockers/raising funds for safety gloves, eye goggles, safety vests, & + http://bit.ly/2bGQP5E ‘Bringing kids back through flexible hrs, outreach & more:’ SD68 VP James Lemmon on the district’s Tsawalk Program http://bit.ly/2bh9Xq3 MediaScan is published in the second eNews of the month. We try to monitor stories of interest, but if you have been in the news, please forward the story or a link to [email protected] eNews 2

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BCPVPA retirement seminars in Victoria & Vancouver, Kamloops dated added If you are interested in hosting a retirement seminar in your region contact Don Boyd at 604-689-3399 or [email protected]

The BCPVPA will offer retirement seminars in Vancouver and Victoria this fall. Recommended for everyone who is considering retirement, or is within their last five years of employment, the seminars will walk attendees through pre-retirement package and retirement checklist. Pension options will be discussed, case studies presented, and there will be an opportunity to ask questions. Seminars are scheduled from 9 am to 12 noon as follows: October 22, Victoria, Rockheights Middle School; November 26, Vancouver, BCPVPA office; December 3, Vancouver, BCPVPA office; and January 28, Kamloops, location TBA. Spouses are welcome. To register email Corina Somerville [email protected]

Global Education

free one-day event at UBC

EF Educational Tours and the UBC Educational Leadership and Management Program have partnered to present a Global Education Symposium on September 30 at the University of British Columbia. Educators from BC who participate in this free one-day professional learning opportunity will hear from speakers, participate in workshops, and network with other educators who share a common goal of helping to engage and prepare students to become successful citizens of the world. A catered lunch will be provided and the day will end with cocktail reception from 4:30 to 5:30. This event is designed for middle and secondary school teachers, principals, and vice-principals, as well as school district leaders. Sessions will explore ways to build global education into your school and district, strategies for incorporating global competency into the curriculum, and safety and risk management as it relates to international educational experiences. RSVP: http://bit.ly/21qSL1W (feel free to share this link)

Outstanding Principals Canada’s Outstanding Principals honours principals from across Canada who deadline is October 31

demonstrate innovation and entrepreneurial spirit. The program offers recipients the opportunity to be brought to Toronto to attend a five-day executive leadership training program at the Rotman School of Management. Nominations for this year’s program are open through October 31. For information visit http://bit.ly/2bMXTw4

‘The rule of law’ The Law Society of BC sponsors an essay contest for BC secondary students to

reaffirm the significance of the rule of law and to enhance students’ knowledge and willingness to participate actively in civic life. Essays should demonstrate an understanding of the rule of law, its principles, and its significance Open to secondary students in civil society. The winner and runner-up will awarded $1,000 and who have taken, $500, respectively. Both winners will be invited to an awards presentaor are currently enrolled in, tion event in Vancouver. For details visit http://bit.ly/2bCfXMB Law 12 or Civic Studies 11. Deadline for submissions is April 10.

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President Kevin Reimer on advocacy & relationships

esterday, if you had a moment in your busy day, you may have read an article that I wrote regarding the Fraser Institute (download a copy: http://bit.ly/2cMiMru). On Follow on Twitter September 1st, two members of the Fraser Instihttps://twitter.com/bcpvpapresident tute submitted an opinion piece to the Vancouver Sun on their thoughts on school funding. While Read the President’s blog http://bcpvpa.bc.ca/president/ there are many issues that I could have addressed with the Fraser Institute’s argument I chose to deal with only one aspect of their article — their reference to administration (ie. managers and leaders within the system) acting as apologists who make excuses for our system based on the belief that the current funding levels for public education are not meeting the needs of the system. 2016 — 2017 Board of Directors

President Kevin Reimer (Comox Valley) [email protected] Directors Brad Baker (North Vancouver) [email protected] Susan Clough (Surrey) [email protected] Steve Dalla Lana (Prince George) [email protected] Darren Danyluk (Rocky Mountain) [email protected] David DeRosa (Kootenay-Columbia) [email protected] Tracy Godfrey (Vernon) [email protected] Heidi Grant (Nechako Lakes) [email protected] Brett Johnson (Greater Victoria) [email protected] Lee Karpenko (Prince George) [email protected] Carol-Ann Leidloff (Kootenay Lake) [email protected] Brian Leonard (Coquitlam) [email protected]

At the outset, I want to tell you that speaking on behalf of you as members is an awesome responsibility and one that I take seriously. You may recall that in an eNews article last spring, I summarized the findings of our 2016 member survey and an important issue for members was the belief that the BCPVPA should have a stronger voice on matters important to public education. While I completely agree with that sentiment I still believe that the issue of our public voice, and how we use it, is something that we need to more closely examine with our members. My assumption is that our members believe that we should advocate for our Association and its members by using our collective voice to take a stand on important matters and, in doing so, influence decisions related to public education. Advocacy is about trying to positively influence the decision-making of those groups or organizations that have influence or power over you. It is relatively easy, and I will admit somewhat fun, to take on the Fraser Institute because they have no power over our members nor our Association. In addition, I believe, we have the social licence to take a firm stance against their arguments. Our public grants us that licence because it aligns with their experiences with the BC public education system. Our public message is always predicated on a belief in public education and, as a Board, we consider how our message: • aligns with the mission statement, values, and strategic goals of the Association; • deepens public understanding and appreciation for the role of principals and vice-principals and for the public K-12 system; • maintains and enhances valued relationships with education partners. We do not always take public stances, but that does not mean we fail to advocate. Every aspect of the work that we do as an Association is about advocating for public education and our members. Our advocacy, as an Association, is to positively influence the groups and organizations that have influence eNews 4

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over us. For example, earlier this week, Kit and I made a presentation to the BC School Trustees Association’s executive to help them better understand our organization and the roles and responsibilities of principals and viceprincipals. It was a positive meeting and as a result of that meeting I believe that the trustees better understand our work and are curious to learn more through regular meetings. The most important work that we do in advocating on your behalf is to ensure that we have positive relationships with partners. At the Presidents’ meeting in November we will be discussing with the Presidents, the pros and cons of having Chapter Presidents meet regularly with their local MLAs. Like our work with the trustees this week, I believe that every MLA in the province should better understand the work that we do in schools to ensure that the highest levels of student health, safety, and learning are achieved. I look forward to the conversation in November and hearing from the Presidents on how we can better support Chapters in their relationships with government. Like me, you may be following the spectacle that is the US presidential election process. While there is much to comment on, and be shocked by, the one piece that has resonated with me comes from the Clinton campaign and its campaign slogan that we are stronger together. Broadening our advocacy approach will help to ensure that our Association and the public confidence in the work of principals and vice-principals remains strong. Have a great weekend, Kevin

Connecting Landscapes for Learning Learning Forward’s 2016 Annual Conference Vancouver • December 3-7 Learning Forward’s 2016 annual conference in Vancouver, December 3 to 7, provides educators with content and tools to bring powerful forms of professional learning back home. Participants will gain practical solutions to challenges and learn strategies to build school leader capacity. Innovative practitioners will present in more than 350 concurrent sessions on topics including social emotional learning; developing or shifting mindsets; visible learning; teacher leadership; quality feedback; presentation and facilitation skills; program evaluation; Aboriginal education; and more. Among the presenters are Tom Guskey and Joellen Killion; Tom Hierck; Marcia Tate; Jim Knight; Anthony Muhammad; and Linda Kaser and Judy Halbert. A 20% International Group Discount (for 10 or more people) will be offered through October 1. This discount will apply to registrations for one through five days and can be taken on multi-day registrations of three or more days or more, in conjunction with the early discount of $50.

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