Ministry of Education

Teachers' Programs and Services

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Addressing Students' Needs

Special Education
Supporting teachers to ensure that students with special needs are provided with equal access and opportunities for achievement in the educational system.

Special Education Services - A Manual of Policies, Procedures and Guidelines
Outlines policies, procedures, and guidelines that support the delivery of special education services in British Columbia's public schools.

Special Education Resource Documents
Comprehensive catalogue of resources for teachers, including specific guidelines for developing programs for various special needs categories.

Individual Education Planning for Students with Special Needs (IEPs)
Information on developing IEPs for individual students, including planning, implementation and partnerships.

ESL Learning (English as a Second Language)
Teacher resources to support students whose primary language is other than English in developing their individual potential within B.C.’s school system.

Students for Refugee Backgrounds: A Guide for Teachers and Schools (PDF, 1.58MB)
Teacher awareness and understanding of the backgrounds and needs of children and youth with refugee experience, as well as the individual strengths and cultural differences of these students, are important factors in student progress and success.

Diversity
Information on teaching and operational practices in British Columbia schools that honour diversity and promote human rights.

Safe, Caring and Orderly Schools
British Columbia schools are striving to develop positive and welcoming school cultures, and are committed to fostering optimal environments for learning.

School Safety Resources
Resources for teachers include information on bullying, Internet safety and responding to critical incidents.

Addressing Students' Needs