AdvocacyEducation Changes in BC
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Did you know about the changes happening with schooling in BC?
AutismBC is committed to inclusion and supporting our community. Our members have been asking us for information about the changes happening with schooling in BC. We strive to empower and support, so in an effort to help provide accurate information we reached out to the Ministry of Education and all Members of Legislative Assembly (MLA) in BC.
Open Letter:
Changes to BC Online Schools – Follow Up
Follow Up letter from Oct. 21st Meeting with Minister Whiteside
Open Letter:
After receiving no response, we have gathered community concerns and included them within an open letter written by Amanda Flentjar and Kaye Banez, whose families are directly impacted.
Open Letter:
Immediate Attention and Action Needed Regarding Education Changes
AutismBC sees the value in taking the time to engage with our community and to learn from their feedback, we hope to support others in doing the same.
How Can You Help?
- Complete our survey HERE
- Share this blog! Encourage others to be informed and get involved
- Email the Ministry of Education your concerns: [email protected]
- Write your Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA)
Community Input from Oct 2021
Thank you for sharing your input. Our team has compiled and shared your feedback for the Ministry of Education
Who is Talking About It?
Protect BC IDL & DL Schools – Facebook Group
Stories of Exclusion Project – (SoEP Facebook)
Learn More:
BC Confederation of Parent Advisory Councils (BCCPAC)
BC Government Online Learning – This is the best place to find out directly what is happening to online learning this year, what to expect next year, and how to sign up for online learning. (BC Gov 2022).
Current Public-School Policies
Current Independent School Policies
Engagement Opportunity: Student Learning in the Classroom
Resources
Further Reading
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