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The BCPVPA wishes a special and Happy Mother's Day to all mothers in our membership and beyond!

What are the biggest challenges school districts are experiencing with student attendance? Our Chapter Council table talk groups engaged in feedback from both rural and urban perspectives this morning.

At the final Chapter Council of the 25-26 year, we welcome our friends from the BC Retired Principals' & Vice-Principals' Association to provide an overview both of their organization and preparation for the move into retired life for our members who are approaching that stage.

Hundreds of new school Vice-Principals and Principals have joined Foundations to get settled into their roles. Will you too join us this year? Learn more here: bcpvpa.insite.com/files/site…

The BCPVPA Compass Leadership Academy returns with the opening of applications for the 2026-2028 cohort. Compass is open to new BCPVPA members & BCPVPA members new to their roles after July 1, 2025. Application info is in eNews & the member portal, or contact [email protected]

Leadership is collective work. At Foundations, new leaders in their first two to five years in the role can learn more about leadership as a systemic, relational practice. Join Dr. Peter Senge and colleagues across BC July 2-4 in UBC Okanagan. bit.ly/BCP_FNSL

Today we remember and honour the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirited People (MMIWG2S+). Many of these cases of disappearance and violence remain unsolved - Red Dress Day is an emotional symbol of how important it is to continue raising awareness.

This week is Mental Health Week, with the theme "Come Together" to strengthen social connections and reduce loneliness. It encourages us to connect with our communities, friends, and family. We welcome members to contact us when looking for mental health resources or support

Our @bcpvpaED & MSS Director Lynda Bonvillain were so pleased to present a retirement/pension workshop at Rockheights Middle School in beautiful @sd61schools this morning. Members from SD61, @SD62_Sooke, @sd63schools #SD79 attended. Thank you for hosting us!

Our Peter Johnston & Dr. Andrea McComb are taking attendees on an unparalleled leadership journey with Leading a Culture of Learning at @Tigh_Na_Mara - this 3-day retreat is designed to renew purpose, deepen leadership, & nurture well-being. Immersive, reflective, collaborative!

October is Principal's Month. Celebrate by gathering with fellow school principals at Connecting Leaders 2026 at the Sutton Place Hotel. We will focus on building resiliency and navigating difficult conversations. Learn more here: bcpvpa.insite.com/files/site…

Across BC, Principals lead in ways that are both visible and invisible. They are instructional leaders, relationship builders, problem-solvers, advocates, and steady anchors in times of uncertainty. Today we thank you for your leadership and for the difference you make.

Attention new school leaders in BC! If you want to settle even better into your role, Foundations for New School Leaders is the right program for you. You will come out better equipped to lead in complex educational environments. Register now: foundations-2026.attendease.…

The BCPVPA has issued a posting for an Executive Director. Please visit this link to find out more bit.ly/4t4NCiT

October 22 to 24 is the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow BC school leaders. Join us at the Sutton Place hotel in Vancouver and hear from Dr. Hanley-Dafoe on how to build resiliency. Register now: connecting-leaders-2026.atte…