BCPVPA | BC Principals and Vice Principals

Dr. Shannon Behan

August 23, 2024 Message to Members

A heartfelt welcome back to each and every one of you, our educational leaders in every corner of the province! Your dedication and passion for education makes a profound difference in the lives of our students, families, and communities. Read more

Dr. Shannon Behan

August 30, 2024 Message to Members

To those of you who are new, what you may be dealing with most is that you don’t know what you don’t know. Perhaps you find yourself with more questions than answers. If there are contentious issues between staff, how will you problem solve? Read more

Dr. Shannon Behan

September 6, 2024 Message to Members

Entry to kindergarten has changed since the times of my child, and the gradual entry process – although tough on care-givers – offers children and families a gentler transition into school. Read more

Dr. Shannon Behan

September 13, 2024 Message to Members

British Columbia, Ontario, and Nova Scotia are the only Canadian jurisdictions where school leaders are not members of the provincial teachers’ unions. I think you will agree, by the merit of your own experiences and opportunities, that our work in BC can include layers of complexity that might be very different than the same work and role complexity in other provinces. Read more

Dr. Shannon Behan

September 20, 2024 Message to Members

The BCPVPA recognizes that it takes entire communities to raise our children and support our families. We also know how many organizations, businesses, and individuals do so much without seeking recognition. We encourage you to think about the community partners who have made contributions over an extended period of time, and the impact they have on the lives of your students and their families Read more

Dr. Shannon Behan

September 27, 2024 Message to Members

As the Honourable Justice Murray Sinclair said, “Education has gotten us into this mess, and education will get us out.” Schools have a vital role in raising awareness and understanding among students, staff, and our communities about the history and impact of residential schools. Principals and Vice-Principals have the opportunity to guide this work and forever impact the lives of students. Read more

Dr. Shannon Behan

October 4, 2024 Message to Members

In 2020, the BC Principals’ & Vice-Principals’ Association began the process of revising our foundational documents through the lens of equity. Following a deep and dynamic process, we embraced our Equity Theory of Change which outlines the core values that form the foundation of our work. Read more

Dr. Shannon Behan

October 11, 2024 Message to Members

In this week's column, Shannon focuses on the Chilliwack School District’s commitment to building a learning community that embraces diversity and fosters systemic change. Read more.

Dr. Shannon Behan

October 18, 2024 Message to Members

One experience I related in the most recent Principl(ed) Podcast was the day when three SWAT teams landed on our school field, all within a one-hour period. Read more.

Dr. Shannon Behan

November 15, 2024 Message to Members
Our President was in Ottawa this week, meeting with school leaders from across the country. Read her reflections about Remembrance Day in the capital, and how we are all connected. Read more.

Dr. Shannon Behan

November 22, 2024 Message to Members

Our President recently visited School District 46 (Sunshine Coast), and writes about the importance of connection and strength of shared leadership. Read more.

Dr. Shannon Behan

November 29, 2024 Message to Members

Partnerships are one of the keys for success in the field of education. The BCPVPA always looks to build connections and is looking forward to continued collaboration with the Ministry after Lisa Beare's appointment. Read more.

Dr. Shannon Behan

December 6, 2024 Message to Members

Our President writes about her visit to schools in SD73 Kamloops, and their forward-thinking approach to cultivating leadership in that community. Read more.

Dr. Shannon Behan

December 13, 2024 Message to Members

In her last column of 2024, our President the different "eras" in the work of school leaders, and the importance of taking care of yourself and collecting with your colleagues and loved ones. Read more.