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We are excited to share that 72 initiatives from UBC teacher candidates have been selected to receive the Emily Longwort...
03/10/2026

We are excited to share that 72 initiatives from UBC teacher candidates have been selected to receive the Emily Longworth Memorial Award. For nearly two decades, this award has honoured Emily’s legacy by providing financial support for experiential, place-based learning opportunities.

In their upcoming 10-week practicum, these projects will engage 2,432 elementary students in classrooms throughout the Lower Mainland.

To date, this fund has supported 717 innovative projects at UBC and SFU, benefitting 846 teacher candidates and 27,633 elementary students.

A sincere thank you to the Longworth family for their continued partnership in promoting expansive and equitable education.

https://teach.educ.ubc.ca/the-emily-longworth-legacy-19-years-of-experiential-learning/

Congratulations to UBC teacher candidate Queen Alexis on being recognized as a winner of the 2026 30 Under 30 List 🙌Que...
03/06/2026

Congratulations to UBC teacher candidate Queen Alexis on being recognized as a winner of the 2026 30 Under 30 List 🙌

Queen is a current teacher candidate in the 2025/26 Elementary & Middle Years BEd program (EDID cohort) and is the founder of Queen’s Academy, where she launched a Black youth musical theatre program. In 2024, she also received the Best Youthpreneur Black Excellence Award from BBABC as a Beedie Luminary.

Check out the 30 Under 30 List here: https://bcbusiness.ca/people/general/bcbusiness-30-under-30-class-of-2026/

2025/26 teacher candidate student award nominations are open! Current TCs can self-nominate for a BEd award. There are s...
02/27/2026

2025/26 teacher candidate student award nominations are open!

Current TCs can self-nominate for a BEd award. There are several to be won. Most come with financial remittance and all awards strengthen a teacher candidate’s resume. These scholarships and awards recognize outstanding performance in coursework, practicum and the BEd program overall.

Teacher candidates can self-nominate by submitting a nomination form supported by two references. (Note, at least one of your referees **must be a BEd course instructor**.) The deadline to submit your self-nomination is May 30, 2026.

https://ubc.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_brrpucd4BJAzOgC

Last week, the TEO and a group of dedicated teacher candidates travelled to the University of Winnipeg for WestCAST 2026...
02/26/2026

Last week, the TEO and a group of dedicated teacher candidates travelled to the University of Winnipeg for WestCAST 2026. Guided by the fitting theme “Together. We Grow!”, this year’s conference welcomed, for the first time ever, French-language institutions from across Canada and international partners from the University of the West Indies.

Shout out to Dryden Grosset (NITEP Secondary), Justin Salinas (Secondary French & ESA Academic Coordinator), Nathan Spencer (Secondary French) and Nick Watts (NITEP Year 3) for their participation and dedication to being part of the conversation and representing UBC so well!

To read more about the presentations given by TCs and TEO members, visit: https://teach.educ.ubc.ca/ubc-represents-at-westcast-2026-together-we-grow/

02/23/2026

📢Teacher candidates:

Registration for 2026 Summer Session opens in late February. Check out the registration dates and guides, now available on the TEO website. They contain important information and provide detailed instructions for registration.

Please note that some teacher candidates self-register, whereas others are registered by the TEO. Please review your registration guide for details.

https://teach.educ.ubc.ca/students/registration/summer-session/

📢Teacher candidates:Registration for 2026 Summer Session opens in late February. Check out the registration dates and gu...
02/23/2026

📢Teacher candidates:

Registration for 2026 Summer Session opens in late February. Check out the registration dates and guides, on the TEO website. They contain important information and provide detailed instructions for registration.

Please note that some teacher candidates self-register, whereas others are registered by the TEO. Please review your registration guide for details.

https://teach.educ.ubc.ca/students/registration/summer-session/

UBC Vancouver had its first snowfall of the year ❄️ Campus was blanketed in a soft white cover…for about a minute. Sun’s...
02/18/2026

UBC Vancouver had its first snowfall of the year ❄️ Campus was blanketed in a soft white cover…for about a minute. Sun’s out now!

All pics by Derek Wong 📷

Happy Lunar New Year! 🧧🎉🐎On February 17, we welcome the Year of the Fire Horse: a time for revival, renewal, and rejuven...
02/17/2026

Happy Lunar New Year! 🧧🎉🐎

On February 17, we welcome the Year of the Fire Horse: a time for revival, renewal, and rejuvenation. 🔥✨

Here’s to celebrating with friends, family, colleagues, and our diverse community.

Gong Xi Fa Cai / Gong Hei Fat Choy — wishing you wealth and prosperity! 💛💰

Wishing our secondary teacher candidates the best of luck tomorrow on the first day of the 10-week extended practicum!🎒📚...
02/16/2026

Wishing our secondary teacher candidates the best of luck tomorrow on the first day of the 10-week extended practicum!🎒📚⁠

Here are some words of encouragement from Jody Billingsley, TEO Program Manager – Secondary Practicum ⬇️

"You are about to experience a thrilling chapter in your teacher education journey – the certification practicum. Remember to take care of yourself and foster strong educational relationships with your students, your school advisor(s), your faculty advisor, and the wider school community.

This is your chance to showcase your skills, knowledge, and initiative, and learn from those advising you and from those you teach. Remember to receive feedback with grace and listen with open ears and an open heart – there is something to be learned in every piece of feedback. The 10 weeks will go by quickly, so embrace the challenges, celebrate the wins, and trust yourself.

The joy you experience, the connections you make, and the knowledge and practices attained will benefit you for the rest of your teaching career. All the best as you begin your practicum this week. Step forward with confidence, compassion, and purpose – You’ve got this!" ✨️🏫

02/11/2026

We are deeply shocked and saddened by the shootings at Tumbler Ridge and extend our deepest sympathy to all those impacted. This is a truly horrific event and our hearts are with the people of Tumbler Ridge and all British Columbians. For university community members impacted by this event and who are seeking support, please visit this site for a list of supports and resources: https://bit.ly/460hpjY

In acknowledgment of this tragedy, the University of British Columbia will be lowering its flags to half-mast.

The Faculty of Education is pleased to welcome Parth Sarin, AI Practitioner-in-Residence, in February and March 2026. Th...
02/09/2026

The Faculty of Education is pleased to welcome Parth Sarin, AI Practitioner-in-Residence, in February and March 2026. The focus of this residency will be to offer a thoughtful and cohesive approach to Generative AI across the BEd by working new concepts into existing coursework and policy frameworks.

Check out the Open Online Course: Critical AI Perspectives for Educators developed by Parth and education partners at UBC and BC.

https://opl.educ.ubc.ca/ai-mooc/

February is Black History Month, an opportunity for a focused, intentional, and elevated reflection and recognition of B...
02/06/2026

February is Black History Month, an opportunity for a focused, intentional, and elevated reflection and recognition of Black history and achievement including the many historical and contemporary contributions of Black Canadians, Black British Columbians and Black students, faculty and staff at UBC.

The 2026 theme for Black History Month is “30 Years of Black History Month: Honouring Black Brilliance Across Generations — From Nation Builders to Tomorrow’s Visionaries“. By framing the theme around “Black Brilliance Across Generations”, here in the Faculty of Education and in the TEO, we emphasize continuity, resilience, and progress inviting reflection on historical achievements, inspiring future possibilities, and shaping Canada’s future. Educating ourselves on our responsibilities, and empowering our community to build a just and civil society, is part of our collective aspirations as educators.

Explore events and resources to learn, engage and celebrate: https://teach.educ.ubc.ca/black-history-month/

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