FISA has been contracted by the Ministry of Education to act as the Independent School Sector Lead (ISSCL) on matters of COVID exposure reporting procedures, and to provide support, information, and advice as needed. Use this FORM to report a confirmed Read More …
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Assessment of Schoolwide Well-being and SEL Toolkit Available
As part of FISA’s new wellbeingbc.ca website, schools can now access the Schoolwide Assessment & Growth Plan Toolkit. The Toolkit takes a holistic approach and looks at four interlocking areas: Schoolwide Policies, Procedures & Processes Supportive Environments – Social & Physical Teaching & Read More …
The New Wellbeingbc.ca Website is Full of Ways to Support Mental Health in School-Aged Children and Youth
FISA is pleased to announce that our new website wellbeingbc.ca is now available for use. This online resource has a wide variety of videos of top experts in the field of medicine, psychology, counselling and social-emotional learning explaining the power of Read More …
Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update as of May 13, 2020
May 13, 2020 – School district and independent school updated messages: Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry and Health Minister Adrian Dix, announced 16 new cases in B.C., bringing the total number of cases to 2,376. The total number of people who have recovered Read More …
Last Chance for Provincial Outreach with Dr. Linda O’Neill: Chilliwack Feb. 21 & Dawson Creek May 1st, 2020
If you have not yet attended this year’s Provincial Outreach focussed on supporting the mental health and well-being of students and staff with Dr. Linda O’Neill (UNBC), you still have two opportunities to do so. Dr. O’Neill has won the Read More …
What is the Regional Tour and Why Should I Attend?
The Regional Tour is your opportunity to hear the latest information from FISA and the Independent Schools Branch, Ministry of Education (ISB). They offer you a chance to ask questions, bring forth concerns, and network with other independent school administrators Read More …
Mental Health in Schools – FREE Pro-D with Dr. Linda O’Neill
Educators can and do make a difference in the mental health of children and youth, but sometimes supporting students and each other in well-being can seem an overwhelming challenge. We invite all independent school educators, administrators, and support staff to Read More …
ArtStarts Artist in Education Grant applications due Sept. 13, 2019
Again, this year, the B.C. Arts Council and the Province of BC is extending grants to independent schools in British Columbia to assist in bringing the arts and children together. Up to $24,820.00 will be made available to independent schools Read More …