NLPS Partners with Nisga'a (SD 92)
NLPS is searching for interested teachers and education assistants for a partnership with Nisga'a, School District No. 92. We are supportive of our educational friends in the north and want to support a small number of teachers and EAs to work in SD92 this coming school year.
Staff would keep their position and take a leave from NLPS and accrue seniority for the year they work in the north. The Nisga'a school district is situated 97 km north of Terrace, BC. The lands of the Nisga'a Nation are blessed with soaring mountains, dramatic lava beds and thriving rivers and streams. Nisga'a lands are complemented by the rich cultural traditions of the Nisga'a People. Current positions available:
- Primary teacher
- Intermediate teacher
- Secondary Humanities teachers, including those with electives (arts education, ADST)
- Secondary Math teacher
- Education assistants
Some incentives to consider:
- A moving allowance
- Comfortable, furnished and affordable housing (with potential refunds to cover the cost of rent, utilities and internet)
- Possible flights within Canada to fly home on long weekends, winter and spring break
Learn more about the district and the Nisga’a Nation. If interested, please contact Paula Sled.
Board Meetings
At the Special Board Meeting on Wednesday, August 31, 2022, the Board received the financial year end preliminary surplus allocation. The Board also appointed the election officials for the School Trustee Election 2022. View the full agenda here.
At the Education Committee Meeting on Wednesday, September 7, the committee received presentations about the updated communicable disease guidelines; the Enhancing Student Learning Report (ESL); and the Summer Outreach programs. Read the full agenda here.
National Day for Truth & Reconciliation
CTC hosts Parent/Guardian Information Night
The Career and Technical Centre (CTC) is hosting and information evening on programs and services available to youth, from secondary-aged students to young adults. Join us on Thursday, October 6 from 6-9pm in the main theatre at Vancouver Island University (VIU). The evening is intended for parents of secondary students. Presenters include the CTC, VIU, Industrial Trades Authority (ITA), BC STEP & WorkBC. Topics include:
- How and when to prepare and apply to post secondary or trades schools
- How to access free tuition
- What is a Trade and Apprenticeship
- Youth Outreach
- Labour Market information
- Free training certificates
- Job search supports
Roughing It Fundraiser for Youth Homelessness
The Nanaimo Youth Services Association (NYSA) and the Rotary Clubs in Nanaimo are hosting a fundraising event called Roughing It to raise awareness and money for youth homelessness. In Nanaimo, 100 youth are homeless tonight. Community members are coming together to honour and support young people who have nowhere to go.
Do you want to join a community of dedicated individuals and teams to support young people facing homelessness? Can you give up sleeping in your bed for one night (September 23) and be part of changing the lives of youth? If you're interested in becoming part of a NLPS team initiative, please email sdebodt@sd68.bc.ca. There are also other ways to get involved. Find out more.
Podcast Season 4 Kicks Off
Kicking off Season 4 of NLPS Ed Talks Podcast is Child, Youth and Family Support Worker Holly Dupont. Executive Director of Communications and Host Dale Burgos sat down with Holly before the official start of the 2022-23 school year to find out what a typical start up looks like for someone in her position. She shares stories of her upbringing in Ladysmith and how that experience led her to what she does today. Fun fact: She has listened to all of our podcasts to date!
Credits:
Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools