WorkSafeBC requires that all NEW committee members receive a full day of training within 6 months of joining a committee. If you have not been trained or if you are already on a H&S Committee or
Read moreI am an asterisk educator. I looked on in envy as my colleagues shared their excitement about their experiences on the province-wide professional development day last week. There are no
Read moreAfghanistan is now under the control of Taliban military forces resulting in female teachers and female workers being forced to stay home and not to work. Afghans are asking for
Read moreWinning a scholarship/bursary is a happy and proud moment, not just for the winner but also for the parents, extended family, friends and, of course, the Surrey Teachers’ Association (STA)
Read moreWhen discussing concerns about mask wearing non-compliance with administration, ensure that you have the Public Health Order handy. The wording in the order is much stronger than the Health and
Read moreAt many elementary schools, a few teachers end up with Friday and Monday prep times. As most statutory holidays fall on these days, these teachers end up with significantly less
Read moreIf you feel frustrated with the limitations of the Summer Pro-D agreement, please know that the STA has asked for a renegotiation of the agreement, and the district has not been willing
Read moreReminder that you’re not eligible for Regular Round 3 postings if you already have a contract position but you can check the Special Bulletins as you may be eligible for postings there. Round 3 Postings for 2021-2022 are
Read moreThe Out of Our Pockets (OOOP) project is a Web-based research tool that will enable teachers and other education workers to document and record instances where they use their own money to purchase things
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