In May, there were record-breaking temperatures across the province. Surrey teachers reported a multitude of issues related to working and learning in overheated classrooms and portables. The STA sent outRead more
Come on down to the Dublin Crossing Irish Pub (18789 Fraser Hwy #101, Surrey) on Thursday, June 1, 2023, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm for an evening of relaxation, conversation,Read more
As school staff committees and staff reps consider bell schedules and prep schedules for next year, they should keep in mind that prep periods will normally be allocated in atRead more
The Institute for Public Education (IPE/BC) has launched the Hopes and Dreams community engagement research project, and it plans to issue a report that will help determine education policy and practiceRead more
We have been hearing from members that the recent heatwave is having a detrimental impact on learning and working conditions. Unfortunately, there are no WorkSafeBC regulations around temperature. However, thereRead more
The STA Pro-D Committee is raffling off a copy of Jo Chrona’s book, Wayi Wah! Indigenous Pedagogies: An Act for Reconciliation and Anti-Racist Education. To enter the draw for thisRead more
Several people participated in the professional development excursion “Learning Local Indigenous Legends, Songs, and Stories While Exploring Burrard Inlet in a Traditional War Canoe” at the STA Convention Day onRead more
The STA will be presenting a Summer Pro-D Townhall on May 18, 2023, from 3:30pm – 5:00 pm via Zoom. This will be an open forum for you to bringRead more
We’d like to visit your school! Let us know which date you’d prefer. We are available for lunch or after school visits.
The Advocate is a seasonal publication for members. The Advocate contains a report from the President, information from the table officers, updates, and information on current educational issues and issues of importance to Surrey teachers.
