Education Patti Bacchus: If schools are essential, treat them that way We need to take what we’ve learned so far and make evidenced-based decisions about how to proceed with learning in our public schools.
Education Patti Bacchus: School librarians are the heroes we need It might not be library month any more, but let’s celebrate and support school librarians year 'round, and especially at budget time.
Education Patti Bacchus: What the B.C. NDP’s win means for public education Rob Fleming and the John Horgan government could have directed schools to ensure all kids could attend school more safely but chose not to.
Education Patti Bacchus: The VSB is dragging its feet on the police-in-schools review If students are telling you they don’t feel safe at school with police officers present, you need to listen to that and respond swiftly.
Education Patti Bacchus: A look at B.C. parties’ underwhelming education platforms Why do we treat our education system like it’s a failed project when it so clearly isn’t?
Education Patti Bacchus: Parents deserve faster, fuller disclosure of school COVID-19 cases We all need to help limit the spread of COVID-19, but to do that, we need as much accurate, up-to-date information as possible.
Commentary Patti Bacchus: A better and faster way to build schools B.C. has a dysfunctional system when it comes to new residential developments and schools.
Education Patti Bacchus: Make the most of the darn election It’s time to let parties and candidates know what you want to see if they want your vote, your donation, or your volunteer time.
Commentary Patti Bacchus: The 2020/21 school year’s rough start Parents say they’ve been told to keep their kids with special needs home due to lack of support workers and plans for them.
Commentary Patti Bacchus: Going back to school riskier for some than others Closing schools comes with risks for many kids and their families, but reopening them does as well—for some more than others.
