Celebrating the life of Ray Worley: BCTF President from 1992 to 1994
Ray Worley was an activist in his local and in the BCTF during some very tumultuous, exciting, and formative ....
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Oct 73 min read
Rainbow revelry: Finding community and queer joy
For many queer folks, seeing ourselves reflected in the classroom was not something that happened when we were growing up in the BC ...
May 154 min read
Reflections on teaching and concussions
Last fall, an unexpected incident changed my school year dramatically. Up until that point, I was being creative in my classroom...
May 155 min read
School counselling: Perspectives from rural BC
We know that things are changing in the lives of the students we teach. There are so many things that affect the mental health...
Feb 223 min read
Once an art teacher, always an art teacher: Collaborative print-making across generations on Galiano Island
In our professional life before retirement, we were very active in local and international art organizations...
Feb 225 min read
Ideas to celebrate reading in your school
Spring is a great time to cozy up with a good book and cup of tea. Whether your preference is for digital, audio, or physical books...
Feb 223 min read
Vulnerable students need consistent supports across all school districts
Looking after our most vulnerable students has formed the fundamental tenet of my teaching...
Feb 223 min read
Our hopes and dreams for public education
We know there are significant pressures facing our valued public education system—overcrowding, chronic underfunding...
Dec 15, 20232 min read
Students and staff at École Mission Central Elementary celebrate Diwali
Diwali is one of the brightest and most significant festivals for many cultures across the Indian subcontinent...
Nov 20, 20233 min read
Surrey teacher is finalist in Global Teacher Prize
For many, the prospect of winning $1-million US might be an invitation to take a break and reflect on one’s accomplishments...
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