Retirement Workshops
click to enlarge VESTA/VSTA is offering two Retired Teachers’ Association workshops at the VESTA office, 2915 Commercial Drive: Wednesday, March 29, 4-6pm There’s More to it Than Money – This workshop...
View Article2017 VSB Spring Transfer Timeline
click to enlarge The post 2017 VSB Spring Transfer Timeline originally appeared on Vancouver Elementary School Teachers Association.
View ArticleRally to Save Adult Education – Monday, April 24
click to enlarge Show your solidarity with Adult Educators on Monday, April 24 at the Rally to Save Adult Education, sponsored by the BCTF. Rally at 6pm, on VSB south lawn (W Broadway/Fir), to protest...
View ArticleCast your vote on May 9
click to enlarge On May 9, cast a vote for the candidate of your choice. It’s your right and your responsibility. To make sure you’re registered to vote, visit elections.bc.ca The post Cast your vote...
View ArticleEmployment Insurance Seminar – Wednesday, June 21
click to enlarge This BCTF workshop will provide teachers teaching on call with resources and information to successfully apply for EI benefits. To register, contact vilmam@vesta.ca or call the VESTA...
View ArticleRetiring this year?
click to enlarge Donate your current teaching materials to the annual TTOC Swap Meet for new teachers. Thematic units, books and materials that can be photocopied are appreciated. Old books or...
View ArticleTTOC Swap Meet/BBQ – June 27
click to enlarge The TTOC Swap Meet and BBQ will be on Tuesday, June 27 this year. Come to the VESTA office anytime after 3pm for free (K-7) thematic units, books and materials, donated by retiring...
View ArticleSchool Board Election 2017
Saturday, October 14 is voting day in the by-election for trustees. Please make sure to spread the word on social media, in your neighborhood and with your family and friends. This election is...
View ArticleRetirement Workshops – Nov 21 & Dec 12
Register early, as there is a maximum of 15 seats available for each Retirement Workshop which will be held at the VESTA/VSTA Office from 4pm to 6pm. The post Retirement Workshops – Nov 21 & Dec...
View ArticleTeacher Shortage
The Vancouver School District is currently experiencing a teacher shortage. Vancouver Elementary School Teachers Association is seeking information about the number of teachers who have applied for...
View Article2020 VESTA AGM
If you intend to attend the 2020 VESTA AGM and are an active member of VESTA, please email olgac@vesta.ca by May 8, 2020. The post 2020 VESTA AGM originally appeared on Vancouver Elementary School...
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For this year, the 2020 AGM will be held online on May 28 at 4:00 PM. This will be our first AGM held virtually, and all efforts have been made to ensure that our constitutions, by-laws and policy...
View ArticleCovid-19 Update
In order to limit the number of people in the office at one time, VSTA and VESTA In-House Table Officers and administrative staff are working from home as much as possible. We will be checking...
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This webinar covers: Government Pension Benefits Canada Pension, Old Age Security, Guaranteed Income Supplement Government Health Benefits BC Medical, Fair Pharmacare Non-Government Group Benefits...
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View ArticleBIPOC Meeting
Please contact olgac@vesta.ca to confirm your attendance. The post BIPOC Meeting originally appeared on Vancouver Elementary School Teachers Association.
View ArticleTake the COVID-19 survey now
The BCTF survey on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on teachers and our work is open until Friday, June 26, 2020. This 15-minute survey is an opportunity to share your perspectives on these...
View ArticleHealth and Safety School Rep Workshop
Health and Safety School Rep Workshop September 29, 2020 9AM – 12PM Please find attached the Agenda and Information to Join the September 29 Workshop for Health and Safety Representatives. As per the...
View ArticleVirtual General Meeting
The post Virtual General Meeting originally appeared on Vancouver Elementary School Teachers Association.
View ArticleAs a Brown Teacher, My Classroom Presence Is Itself a Lesson
Among other things, I am Brown and a teacher on call. While those two things do not feature prominently in the constellations of my personal identity, they’re what are immediately visible when I...
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