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Leading: Back to School Fall 2026

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A Welcome from the President
“Once you have been a principal, you are always a principal.” Our new President Sid Jawanda welcomes you for the school year with a column on the nature of school-year cycles and the renewed opportunities each year brings.

What Does the Board of Directors Do?
As a member of the BCPVPA, you elect your Board of Directors in our annual elections how well do you know your Board and their work? Learn more about how they support you and your colleagues in BC.

Welcome to our New Executive Director: The Year Ahead
Our new ED Magdalena Kassis writes on the importance of community and colleagues in education, as well as about the association's priorities for the coming year and beyond.

2026-2027 Advisory Committees
The Association’s work is supported by the members who join our Advisory Committees. Learn who is on each of our Advisory Committees for the 2026-2027 school year.

BCPVPA Compass Leadership Academy Compass

Last October we launched the Compass Leadership Academy to support new BCPVPA members from every district who are new to their roles. Our second cohort is starting this year – learn more about this initiative to help new school leaders thrive.

What Guides & Directs Our Practice?
As a member of the BCPVPA, you elect your Board of Directors in our annual elections. But do you know what your Board does to support your work and that of your colleagues in BC?

Who's Who in BC's Public Education Sector?
In support of our members, the BCPVPA collaborates with a variety of organizations in the BC education sector. Learn more about each of them in this guide.

SOGI 123

SOGI 123 does important work to support 2SLGBTQ+ students across BC and make them feel safe and included. This school year marks thteir tenth year creating safer and more inclusive experiences in schools. Learn more about their work and which resources they can offer you.

BCPVPA Professional Learning and Development - Learn, Lead, Your Way
From virtual mornings to in-person workshops and retreat-style learning, our 2026-2027 Professional Learning opportunities have something for every type of leader.

BCPVPA Member Support Services: What to Expect When You Reach Out
Have you wondered how the BCPVPA can support you when going through difficult times? Read to learn about our MSS team and how they support our members during investigations.

BCPVPA Member Support Services: Supporting Member Health & Well-being
Our MSS team is also the place to go whenever significant health issues arise that might conflict with your job. Learn when we can assist you with one-on-one member support, as well as which resources we have created to support your health.

BCPVPA Membership and Finance: Supporting Members and Chapters
Keeping our association financially healthy is very important. Learn what each person on the team contributes to this, as well as how they can help you with your expense claims and more.