“As educational leaders in each of our provinces, we carry enormous responsibility for public education – it is the backbone of society.” Learn about a similar organization in context of Nova Scotia in this interview with Tim Simony of PSAANS.

The Power of Community: BCPVPA Partnership Awards
Organizations that work to keep indigenous culture alive, others providing services such as counselling to students, and individuals who donate significant amounts towards education. Learn about the BCPVPA Partnership Awards and about the power of community. 

The Human Element: Why School Leadership Can't Be Automated 
Our PLD Director Peter Johnston uses the framework of our BCPVPA Leadership Competencies to examine the limits of AI in education; namely in replicating the authenticity and genuine humility that school leaders display.

Equity and Due Process: The Role of School Leaders in Upholding and Working with the BC Human Rights Code
In January 2023, the Ministry of Education and Child Care introduced the Anti-Racism Action Plan for K-12 students. It is essential that Principals and Vice-Principals understand the protections outlined in the BC Human Rights Code.

Inclusive Outreach Programs are Inclusive Practice 
Inclusive systems value the unique contributions students of all backgrounds bring to the classroom and allow diverse groups to grow side by side, to the benefit of all.

Exploring the Landscape of Human Rights Cases Impacting Canadian Schools
Pendulum Law aims to update educational leaders and professionals on new legal developments relevant to their field. Here they examine certain human rights cases that teach us valuable lessons.

From Connection to Transformation: Affinity Groups in School Leadership
“Our affinity group started off small and slow. We have embraced a shared vision: to stay open to connections, ideas, and possibilities.” Learn about the BIPOC Women in Education Leadership Network in this article.

Connections Before Content: Prioritizing Relationships in a Secondary School Setting 
There is ample evidence about the importance of connection for students, yet finding the time (and energy!) to build intentional relationships can be challenging.

Becoming an Anti-Racist School Leader  
In this article, Sylvie Mazerolle, Principal in a CSF school, shares her journey to becoming an anti-racist school leader after the murder of George Floyd in 2020. Read on what it means for her to be an anti-racist leader.

A New Journey of Leadership   
“We, as Indigenous people, must share our historical narratives to foster enduring changes that will strengthen our Indigenous identities and enable us to live in greater harmony within society.” Read about Simgit’s journey of cultural reclamation and learning.

Going Outside with Fort St. James Secondary School  
Rather than grabbing a chair and taking a seat when the bell goes, students at Fort St. James Secondary head into the great outdoors. They are encouraged to be curious, and to ask questions about their surroundings.

Leading with Heart: Emotional Leadership and the Power of Storytelling             
Emotional leadership conveys a message of healing. Valuing well-being is helping to grow an environment where innovation is supported, creativity is encouraged, and distributed leadership is valued and embraced.

Paddling Together: Reconciliation in Action at École Phoenix Middle School    
"When we honour local traditions and wisdom, we create a foundation for meaningful change and lasting reconciliation. These practices help us strengthen bonds and demonstrate respect for the knowledge and contributions of Indigenous peoples, ensuring that learning is rooted in mutual understanding and respect."

Moments Count      
In the heat of the moment, during and after a traumatic event, educational leaders jump into action to do what needs to be done. But heavy emotions can get buried, and may accumulate over time which can have an impact on health.

The AnXious GENeration: A Gen-X Principal's Perspective              
"If the learners at my K-7 school must be without their cellphones from 8:30 am - 2:13 pm each day, could I do this too? It has been easier said than done, but I am trying." Read Dani Morrow’s book review and attempt to disconnect from her cellphone.

The Inner Work of Racial Justice: Healing Ourselves and Transforming Our Communities Through Mindfulness                
MSS Director Carmen Eberle takes a look at a book on how mindfulness, education, and self-reflection can help individuals approach racial justice work in a caring and supportive way.

Wondering if That Field Trip Will be Safe? YouthSafe Outdoors is Your Source
Since 2005, YouthSafe Outdoors is a resource used by most schools in BC for field trip risk management. Schools using this resource are far less likely to suffer a tragic incident.

The Last Word: One Person at a Time - The Power of Human-Centered Leadership
My conclusion about leadership is quite basic, but it works for me. Leadership is about taking off your formal ‘leader’ hat whenever you can. It’s about ignoring your positional power and showing people that you are a person, just like they are.