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Sep 25, 20237 min read
Hope, perseverance, and success: Stories of adult education
Graduating high school is something I’ve always wanted to do. It wasn’t an easy decision to leave school when I was 14 years old...
Sep 25, 20235 min read
Antarctica: Bringing the world to your classroom
I stood on the bow of a ship, sailing across the Antarctic circle with tears of happiness slipping from my eyes.
Sep 25, 202310 min read
BCTF zone meetings: Where members meet on local issues
Every year, in the fall and spring, the BCTF organizes what is known as “zone meetings.” The zone meetings are an opportunity....
Sep 25, 20232 min read
President’s message
As you settle into a new school year, I want to thank you for all the work you do in your classrooms, schools, communities, and union.
Sep 25, 20238 min read
Creating change-makers through the authentic assessment of deliberative dialogue
They have taken over my class. My unit on climate change and its effects on displaced persons has been hijacked by Political Studies 12...
Sep 25, 20235 min read
My substance use to sobriety story
If I was asked four years ago to describe someone with substance issues, I would have proceeded to describe...
Sep 25, 20235 min read
Empowering educators and students to combat online prejudice and hate
Our lives are now entwined with digital media and social platforms—they mediate every aspect of our daily routines.
Sep 25, 20235 min read
The BCTF’s International Solidarity Think Tank: Teachers Responding to Climate Emergencies
From heat warnings, to floods, fires, and landslides, BC has experienced several climate emergencies in the last few years.
Sep 22, 20232 min read
Ideas for commemorating the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
I seek out opportunities to learn as I strive to become educated enough to be an ally.
Sep 22, 20232 min read
The power of connection
From Kindergarten to Grade 12 students thrive in the classroom when they feel connected to the teacher and fellow students.
Sep 22, 20233 min read
Books showcase diverse, trailblazing women of BC and Yukon
Women of British Columbia and Yukon have always been trailblazers, but they haven’t always been included in the history books and stories.
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