Important New Resource - IEP Guide

BCCPAC is pleased to attach a copy of our latest publication, “Individual Education Plans: A Guide for Parents”. This handbook is a collaborative project of BCCPAC and authors, Catherine Abraham and Joyce Gram.


The handbook was written in response to parent requests for information that would help guide them through IEP meetings. It is a plain language document, and contains many ideas and tips for parents in working collaboratively with their schools.

At this time, there are no hard copies available, but you can forward the document to anyone and everyone, and it may be freely reprinted with acknowledgement to BCCPAC and the writers. It is posted on our website at www.bccpac.bc.ca and you are welcome and encouraged to provide a link on your website.

We welcome (info@bccpac.bc.ca) any questions, comments or other feedback you may have to offer. Thank you for your cooperation and assistance in sharing this resource with parents.

Coming soon
a great opportunity to network, learn new skills, and meet the authors of this great resource.

November 12 – 14, 2010
BCCPAC Fall Leadership Conference
Parents as Partners:
A Community of Leaders and Learners.
Information and updates can be found at http://www.bccpac.bc.ca/

Other guides for parents by the authors are available electronically from the authors or at the following links:
· Student Assessment in B.C.’s Public Schools: A Guide for Parentso www.bccpac.bc.ca/UserFiles/file/Resources/StudentAssessmentBCParentGuide_2007.pdf

· Building Student Success in B.C.’s Public Schools: A Guide for Parents
o www.gramediting.com/pdf/building_student_success.pdf
· Aboriginal Education: A Discussion Guide
o www.gramediting.com/pdf/aboriginal_education.pdf
· Reading: Breaking Through the Barriers. A Discussion Guide
· www.learnnowbc.ca/files/PDF/Breaking_Through_the_Barriers.pdf or
· www.gramediting.com/pdf/reading.pdf

From BC Confederation of Parent Advisory Councils

Burnaby DPAC presents "PAC 101"

When: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Where: Schou Education Centre 4041 Canada Way
Who: PAC Executive members and any others interested in participating in their local school PAC

Presenters:
Janet Reid and Shashi DeHaan
Burnaby DPAC Executive members 
Refreshments will be provided

Limited childcare available with registration
Registration via e-mail at: register@burnabydpac.com
Please indicate “PAC 101” in the subject line and provide your full name and the name of your child’s school.

If you require childcare, please provide their age and number of children.

Burnaby DPAC presents Workshop "Anxiety in Children"

To view it clearly, please click the image.



First PAC meeting will be held on Monday Oct. 04 at 7 PM

Monday October 04, 2010 at 7pm in the school Library is our first PAC meeting of the year. A few new volunteers will be expected to attend the meeting.

Meeting Agenda:
1. Welcome/ Introductions
2. Acceptance of June 2010 Minutes
3. Additions to the Agenda
4. Reports:
· Principal- Mrs. Cornell
· Head Teacher- Mrs. Jaltema
· DPAC- Donna/Dawayne
· Special Lunches- Mary for Ellen
· Treasurer’s Summary- Ranjit
· Fund Raising- Nicole
· Playground Update- Mary
5. Review of Current funds/Anticipated Expenditures and School Wish List. Link to anticipated raised funds- All
6. Proposed Workshops and PAC Schedule- Mary
7. Next Meeting/Refreshment Volunteers
8. Other

Burnaby Farmers Market Every Saturday 9:00AM to 2:00PM

The Burnaby Farmers Market at City Hall continues to run every Saturday from 9:00am to 2:00pm until October 30th!


It's the same location as last year - the north parking lot next to Deer Lake Parkway near Canada Way.

There's lots of produce, ready to eat nibbles and crafts available for sale. There's also a book exchange and play area. Take a look at the poster for more details and please pass on the information to those with no email.


What: Burnaby Farmers Market!

When: Saturdays May 1st to October 30th, 9:00AM to 2:00PM
Where: Deer Lake Parkway and Canada Way, Burnaby City Hall

Swapmeet at Bonsor complex(kidstuff only)

Sunday, Oct. 17, 2010
10:00am-2:00pm

Over 70 tables of the best deals in town!

Admission is Free

Table registration
Sep. 12 at 9:00am
$19.64+(HST)per table(one table limit)
Numbers are given out at 7:30am

Bonsor Recreation Complex
For more information, go to www.burnaby.ca/bonsor

BC Confederation of Parent Advisory counsil

                                    BCCT Fact Finder Meeting

On July 20, 2010, BCCPAC was invited to provide information into the investigation regarding the independence of the BC College of Teachers(BCCT) as commissioned by the Minister of Education. From the input gathered from all partner and other community groups, government appointed "Fact Finder" lawyer Don Avison, will provide a report and make recommendations regarding BC College of Teachers in fulfilling its mandate under the Teaching Profession Act.

The deadline for the report to the Minister of Education is Sep. 17, 2010. For a summary of the meeting, check out "What's New" on the BCCPAC home page, http://www.bccpac.bc.ca/

   BOARD NEWS

It is with regret that the BCCPAC Board has accepted the resignation of first Vice President, Barb Lund. We would like to take this opportunity to thank Barb for her time and commitment to the parents and children of British Columbia, the knowledge and wisdom she has shared, and wish her all the best in her future endeavours.

2010 BCCPAC Fall Conference

The BCCPAC 2010 Fall Conference will be happening the weekend of November 12-14, in Burnaby, BC. Watch your email and the website for regular update and information on this exciting event.

Extraordinary General Meeting(EGM)

On Saturday, November 13, 2010, BCCPAC will be holding a membership meeting to consider a new Constitution and Bylaws. Information on this meeting will be available on the website very soon as well as official notice being communicated to members before the middle of the month.