• Representing Teachers In The Peace Country The Peace River South Teachers’ Association is proud to represent the Kindergarten – Grade 12 teachers of School District 59. Members can look back on the local’s history of advocating for students, teachers and public education.

  • Education + Teachers = A Great Future For Our KidsOur capable, dedicated teachers work to ensure that our children receive the education they need to contribute to our global society. Positive learning and working conditions support their educational progress.

  • We Are Committed to Protecting and Enhancing Public EducationThe broad aim of our education system should be to foster the growth and development of every individual so that she or he will be a self-reliant, participating member within a democratic society.

  • One Common Theme...Teachers Care!As teachers, we value our relationships with students, parents and the community. We also lobby, advocate, and speak out about issues that are vital to student success.

  • We Value Professional Development!Professional development (PD) is considered to be a process of personal growth through programs, services and activities designed to enable members to enhance professional practice.

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Newsflash

On December 20th, the Labour Relations Board rejected BCPSEA’s application for leave to  reconsider the Board’s earlier ruling that dismissed the employer’s application that BCTF “reimburse” to school districts 15% of teachers’ salary and benefits during the course of Phase 1. The Board found that there was no error made in the original decision and leave for reconsideration would not be granted. As a result the Board did not seek submissions from the Federation.

Peace River South Teachers' Association

From the President’s Desk . . .


Rick Guenther, BCTF Executive Committee Member-At-Large, will be visiting all three Peace River South communities.  Rick will be presenting informational meetings throughout the Peace.  On January 10th, he will be speaking to teachers in Fort Nelson.  On January 11th, he will address teachers in Dawson Creek at the Multi-purpose Room at Central Campus (4:45 p.m.).  On January 12th, he will travel to Tumbler Ridge Secondary for a presentation at 11:30 a.m.  He will also meet with Tumbler Ridge Elementary teachers at 12 noon.  Rick will then travel to Chetwynd Secondary for another meeting at 3:15.  His final meeting of the day will be in Fort St. John. Rick will be bringing teachers the latest information about bargaining, Job Action, Bills 27/28 and the changes to the College of Teachers.

Rick was formerly a teacher at South Peace Secondary in Dawson Creek.  He served as the PRSTA President.

We look forward to seeing all BCTF members at the meetings.

If you require further information, please contact Lorraine Mackay, PRSTA President.  Telephone 250-782-1284.  E-mail address: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

 

 
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