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April 13, 2017

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Serving members by supporting effective leadership in education through representation, advocacy and leadership development. BCPVPA elections for President-elect and four Directors Nominations close May 5. Elections in June.

BCPVPA members will elect a President-Elect and four Directors in June. The newly-elected members will join existing members of the Board who are completing their terms. If you have questions about the roles and responsibilities of Directors, email Kevin Reimer ([email protected]) or Kit Krieger ([email protected]). If you have questions about the timeline/process, email Richard Williams ([email protected]).

Candidates standing for election (as of April 13) President-elect: • Darren Danyluk (Rocky Mountain) • David DeRosa (Kootenay-Columbia) Director: • Susan Clough (Surrey) • Steve DallaLana (Prince George)

BCPVPA opportunity:

Election timeline & nomination forms http://bcpvpa.bc.ca/bcpvpa-2017-elections/

Contract Advisory Committee

Applications are due by 3 pm, April 18.

Contract Advisory

(CAC): There are two openings in the KOOTENAY zone on the Contract Advisory

Committee which includes Southeast Kootenay, Rocky Mountain, Kootenay Lakes, Arrow Lakes, KootenayColumbia, and Boundary. The Contract Advisory Committee advises the BCPVPA Board of Directors on matters related to contract negotiations, total compensation, and support for members in their employment relationships with school districts, and serves in a liaison role to ensure that BCPVPA economic security policy and programs reflect member needs and perspectives. The successful candidate will be part of a committee comprised of representatives from the seven BCPSEA geographic zones, two BCPVPA Board Members, and the President. Committee members are appointed for two-year terms and may serve up to three consecutive terms. The Committee meets twice or three times per year in Vancouver. APPLY: http://bit.ly/18AMAlR

Professional Staff Vacancy: Manager, Legal and Contract Services Download a pdf of the complete post: http://bit.ly/BCPVPAPosting0317 As one of four BCPVPA Managers, Legal and Contract Services, this is a full-time continuing position with a start date of July 1 or August 1. Experience as a principal or school district administrator in British Columbia’s public schools is an asset. The Association also welcomes applications from individuals with experience in human resources in the K-12 education system and from lawyers with expertise in employment law within the B.C. public education context. Applicants are requested to provide a letter of application, resume and at least three current references

Applications must be submitted by 5 pm, Wednesday, April 19. eNews 1

eNews from the BCPVPA April 13, 2017

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BCPVPA Journal

MediaScan Principals and vice-principals and the BCPVPA in the news will appear in next week’s eNews

Raising our valuation of Traditional Ecological Knowledge by D’Arcy Deacon http://bit.ly/2p6at1H

Volume 29 • Number 4

Reflections on the Oneness of Nature: Open hearts, open minds by Leslie Dyson http://bit.ly/2p8p3mp Safe is not enough by Matt Carruthers http://bit.ly/2p8HlUG Evidence in education: Discerning what matters in a post-truth world by Charles Ungerleider http://bit.ly/2ot17vw In addition to the individual articles above the entire issue includes Kevin Reimer on mitigating the impact of work intensification and Kit Krieger on Team BCPVPA http://bit.ly/2ot7Cyy April cover art by Isabella Jung, Hollyburn Elementary (SD#45).

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invites applications for Manager, Legal and Contract Services. Applications are due by 5 pm, April 19. http://bit.ly/BCPVPAPosting0317

Leadership Opportunities Vernon invites applications for elementary Principals and Vice-Principals for the 2017/18 school year. Apply by 2 pm, April 17. http://bit.ly/2oaED0f

Sea to Sky invites applications for Director of Instruction, Technology & Innovation. Apply by 4:30 pm, April 19. http://bit.ly/2oY6LY9 Arrow Lakes invites applies for a teaching Vice-Principal at two elementary schools (Edgewood and Nakusp). Apply by 12 noon, April 21. http://bit.ly/1YdmVVb North Vancouver invites applications for Director of Instruction, Learning Services. Apply by 4 pm, April 21. http://bit.ly/2nQogGx Burnaby invites applications from ‘school-based leaders with a track record of success in an urban, culturally diverse community’ for elementary Principals and Vice-Principals. Apply by 4 pm, April 21. http://bit.ly/2nFvGdL Nicola Similkameen invites applications for Principal, Merritt Bench Elementary, effective August 1. Apply by 4 pm, April 26. http://bit.ly/2p6nTKU Kootenay-Columbia invites applications for an elementary Principal, effective Aug 1. Apply by 12 noon, April 28. http://bit.ly/2pxLFvU

Student Scholarships Supporting BC’s graduates

The BCPVPA annually awards up to 20 scholarships, in the amount of $1000 each, to students who are graduating from the BC public school system and will proceed to a post-secondary institution. Completed applications will be due by Friday, September 29. http://bcpvpa.bc.ca/student-scholarships/

The BC Retired PVPA annually awards four $1000 scholarships to students who are graduating from the BC public school system and will proceed to a BC postsecondary institution. The deadline for applications is the last Friday in September of each year. http://bcrpvpa.ca/

Kootenay-Columbia invites applications for a Vice-Principal, effective Aug 1. Apply by 12 noon, April 28. http://bit.ly/2o9KcM0 Cariboo-Chilcotin invites applications for Superintendent, effective August 1, or as mutually agreed. Apply by 4 pm, April 28. http://bit.ly/2oCzWMT Vancouver Island West invites applications for Principal, Zeballos Elemmentary Secondary, effective Aug 1. Apply by 4 pm, May 5. http://bit.ly/2p0UiTH Burnaby invites applications for Principal, BC School of the Deaf. Apply by 4pm, June 2. http://bit.ly/2o6H5V3 New Westminster invites applications for Associate Superintendent, effective Aug 1. http://bit.ly/2kB12m5 Stikine invites applications for Principal, Dease Lake School, effective August 1. The district provides, ‘relocation allowance upon arrival, annual personal travel allowances for employee and dependents living with them, and a substantial professional development package.’ http://bit.ly/2oJkdM8

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BCPVPA Issues Forum May 12 Pacific Gateway Hotel (Richmond) • 8:30 am – 3 pm • Lunch is included

Morning sessions Building A Positive Culture For Aboriginal Education Students Rob Smyth, Principal, Eastview Elementary, North Vancouver Brandon Curr, District Vice-Principal, Aboriginal Education, Burnaby Aboriginal Education: Equity to Action Scott Benwell, Field Liaison, Aboriginal Education, Ministry of Education Kaleb Child, Field Liaison, Aboriginal Education, Ministry of Education

Afternoon concurrent sessions FSA Presentation and Discussion with Ministry Representatives Nancy Walt, Director, Assessment Lead, Ministry of Education Janet Powell, Manager, Provincial Assessment, Ministry of Education Grades 10-12 Curriculum Implementation with Ministry representative Brent Munro, Assistant Director, Curriculum and Resources, Ministry of Education Suzanne Hoffman, Chief Educator, Ministry of Education Free for BCPVPA members

$50 Associates of the BCPVPA

$75 non-members

Register: http://bit.ly/2ojuT70

Update: Super Vision for Learning (levels 1 and 2) 2017-18 registration Register your intent as soon as possible and we will confirm locations/dates based on your response. The centers of delivery for 2017-2018 are: S4L 1: Kelowna, Prince George, Sooke, and Metro (BCPVPA office but may shift dependent on registration). We may offer a DL Delivery method for individuals in outlying areas so please register your intent. Registration: http://bit.ly/BCPVPAS4LOne S4L 2: Merritt, Comox, and Metro. This program requires a minimum of 10 and maximum of 15 participants and is based on guided classroom visits. Registration: http://bit.ly/BCPVPAS4LTwo

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Planning Ahead the Association’s guide to upcoming professional learning events is published in the first issue of the month. The next issue is May 5.

Some upcoming events April 21, Vancouver Leadership: Insights for Thinking Differently Featuring Randy Grieser, Founder of ACHIEVE and author, The Ordinary Leader Information: http://achievecentre.com April 25-27, Toronto, ON Connect 2017 Encouraging the development of a community of passionate educators, technology experts, and leaders. Info: http://www.canconnected.com/ April 30-May 2, Saskatoon In the Land of Living Skies: Expanding Horizons in Education and the Law The annual conference of the Canadian Association for the Practical Study of Law in Education. Information: http://capsle.ca/ April 30-May 3, Vancouver, BC Facing Forward: Innovation, Action, Reflection Canadian Evaluation Society’s Conference is designed to explore the different ways to conduct evaluations. Information: http://c2017. evaluationcanada.ca/ May 1, Osoyoos, Osoyoos Secondary BC Network of Flexible Schools Tour the school to learn about its flexible schedule. Attending will be Jan Unwin, Ministry of Education Superintendent of Graduation and Student Transitions. Information/RSVP: [email protected] May 4-5, Richmond, BC Stronger Nations: Celebrating Métis Education, Culture, Language and Resources Keynote speakers include Dr. Chantal Fiola, Dr. Jeannine Carrière, and Madelaine McCallum. Information: https://strongernations.com/

May 4-6, Richmond, BC The annual conference of the Early Childhood Educators of BC. Information: http://www.ecebc.ca May 11-12, Vancouver (UBC) Powering Up Practicum The 2017 BC Teacher Education Roundtable conference Information: http://bit.ly/2jBgL2A May 12, Richmond, BC BCPVPA Issues Forum Morning: Building a Positive Culture for Aboriginal Education Students, Equity to Action: A Framework for Greater Success Afternoon (two concurrent sessions): FSA discussion with Ministry reps, Grades 10-12 curriculum implementation. Registration: http://bit.ly/2ojuT70 SOLD OUT May 12-13, Richmond NOII Symposium: Connected Learning Matters NEW ADDITION: A one-day in-depth pre-symposium conference has been added to precede the NOII symposium. Participation is limited to 120, and only a few registrations remain. Helen Timperley and Amelia Peterson will provide an indepth and personal session focusing on deeper learning around inquiry, professional learning and system change. Registration: http://westvancouverschools. ca/noii May 23-26, Saskatoon, SK Growing Together: Cultivating the Change The Canadian Association of Principals conference features Anthony Muhammad and George Couros. Information: http://bit.ly/2eKtP4k

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July 4-8, Vancouver, BC The BCPVPA’s 40th Annual Short Course at UBC. Leading Learning: Being, Knowing, Doing Gain the knowledge, understanding, and connections you need to enhance your school leadership journey Info: http://bit.ly/BCPVPAShortCourse17 July 5-8, Whistler, BC Leading the Way Together Hosted by the BC School Trustees Assn, the Canadian School Board Association National Congress and Trustee Gathering on Aboriginal Education ‘explores cohesive leadership which benefits all students in K-12 public education.’ Registration: http://csba2017.ca/ July 7-8, Richmond Visible Learning Institute with John Hattie and Ainsley Rose Learn about the core concepts of Visible Learning and examine effective instructional practice. Ainsley Rose will provide the BC context and application. Registration: http://bit.ly/2kOhZMU (save $50 by using the discount code: BCPVPA) July 11-28, University of the Fraser Valley (Abbotsford Campus) Problem Youth vs. Youth With Problems Sandy Balascak (SD78) is the instructor for this 30-hour course on understanding and successfully dealing with undesireable behaviour. Info: http://bit.ly/2iYtKy3

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Engaging students in the voting process Student Vote provides youth under the voting age with an opportunity to experience the voting process firsthand and build the habits of active and engaged citizenship. The program is an excellent way to create a ‘teachable moment’ out of the official election. Students learn about government and the electoral process, and research the issues, parties and candidates through classroom learning, campaign activities, media consumption and family dialogue. On Student Vote Day, students take on the roles of election officials and coordinate a vote for the election candidates running in their school’s electoral district. The results are reported to CIVIX confidentially and shared publicly following the close of the polls. The Student Vote project for the 2017 BC provincial election is being conducted in partnership with Elections BC and with support from the Vancouver Foundation. Participating schools will receive activity guides, campaign posters, electoral district maps, ballots and ballot boxes. The program is offered at no cost and open to all BC schools. Registration is open until April 21 at http://studentvote.ca/bc2017/

Visible Learning Institute

with John Hattie & Ainsley Rose (Exclusively from Corwin and in partnership with the BCPVPA) July 7 and 8 Richmond (Pacific Gateway Hotel) US $449 (with the $50 BCPVPA discount code applied) Register http://bit.ly/2kOhZMU (save $50 by using the discount code: BCPVPA) A limited number of rooms (at $325 per night) are available for BCPVPA members at the Pacific Gateway Hotel, using this link http://bit.ly/BCPVPAGatewayVL The Vancouver Visible Learningplus Institute is a two-day conference with John Hattie and Ainsley Rose to introduce participants to the core concepts and research of Visible Learning. Dr. John Hattie has been Professor of Education and Director of the Melbourne Education Research Institute at the University of Melbourne, Australia, since March 2011. He was previously Professor of Education at the University of Auckland. His research interests are based on applying measurement models to education problems. He is president of the International Test Commission, served as advisor to various Ministers, and chaired the NZ performance-based research fund. Ainsley Rose is the former director of curriculum and instruction for the Western Quebec School Board in Gatineau, Quebec. Ainsley was responsible for initiating many systemic changes that continue to impact teaching and learning within the school board today. With experience as an elementary and secondary classroom teacher and principal, as well as an instructor of graduate-level courses for administrators and pre-service teachers, Ainsley shares perspectives that resonate with all educators. eNews 6

John Hattie & Ainsley Rose


President Kevin Reimer on serving members in district positions Follow on Twitter

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2016 — 2017 Board of Directors President Kevin Reimer (Comox Valley) [email protected] Directors 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]

Visible Learning Institute Richmond, July 7 and 8

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ast week, Kit and I had a conversation with a group of principals and vice-principals representing the distributed learning programs around the province. Our aim was to better understand the context of their work and the challenges that they face. My thanks to Kai Taylor, VP, Distributed Learning, Alternate Education and Instructional Technology in Campbell River, for facilitating this opportunity to talk to his distributed learning colleagues about their successes and challenges. In our conversation, I let Kai know that it is important for the BCPVPA to understand the work of district principals and vice-principals so that we are better positioned to provide support for their work and their employment relationship. The reality is that for distributed learning school leaders, and other program principals and vice-principals, their work needs to be better understood by senior managers, their colleagues and our Association. As part of the draft BCPVPA Strategic Plan for 20172020, under the goal, strengthen the engagement of members with the Association and each other, we have included the objective; • Improve support for the unique needs of District Principals and Vice-Principals. When we imagine our schools in an era of increasing reliance on technology and student choice, it is clear that the leadership of District Principals and Vice-Principals will grow in its importance as we work to prepare our students to thrive in a rapidly changing world. In the meantime, BCPVPA’s new Strategic Plan makes it clear that their unique needs are front-and-center as our directions are set. Recently, the Ministry released a new web platform for parents and school personnel to provide easier access to student demographic and achievement data. The website was presented to the Board of Directors several months ago and the Board provided feedback to the Ministry on behalf of our members. Access to this http://bit.ly/2oAaUR3 data enhances our members ability to make evidence-based decisions, which are central to the success of their school and programs by demonstrating trends and quantifying indicators. This mobile-friendly site is in its early stages and it will continue to grow and evolve as more data options are added. Ministry representatives will provide an overview to Chapter Council members and as part of our spring webinar series. Have a great weekend, Kevin eNews 7

Celebrating successes across British Columbia

eNews from the BCPVPA

Available now: http://bcpvpa.bc.ca/learning-knowing-sharing April 13, 2017

“We raise our hands in thanks and respect to the authors for their exemplary efforts in working through questions and challenges to realize Aboriginal education success. They have started a movement of Aboriginal education success stories in British Columbia.” The BC Principals’ & Vice-Principals’ Association and the UBC Faculty of Education have worked cooperatively to publish this timely book. The topics include Aboriginal Education Enhancement Agreements, curriculum change, curriculum/ program development, policy, research, Indigenous knowledge, Indigenous language revitalization, Aboriginal family and community engagement and partnerships, innovative technology, and more.

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Leadership Standards for Principals and Vice-Principals in British Columbia 2015 Developed by the BCPVPA Standards Committee – May 2015

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Creating Thinking Classrooms by Roland Case & Garfield Gini-Newman Leading educational change for a 21st century world

Spirals of Inquiry by Judy Halbert & Linda Kaser Organized to provide readers with specific inquiry tools, research evidence and examples from practice in BC schools.

Leadership Standards for Principals & Vice-Principals in British Columbia Relational Leadership, Instructional Leadership, Organizational Leadership Moral Stewardship

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