BCTF staff have reviewed the report and made a preliminary analysis. The BCTF endorses the report's reinforcement of existing policy to allow a range of placements for students with special needs. We also believe that efforts to document and share good practice should be supported. Stress and demonstrate the range of options available for placement of students with special needs. Support the sharing of good practices in ways that are useful for teachers.
Collective agreements are beneficial for students as well as being necessary for teachers.
Specialist teachers are crucial to supporting a policy of integration. The review report's recommendations on assessment of special needs and of student learning should be reconsidered. Input from locals, PSAs, and members Before initiating discussion with the Ministry of Education, we want to hear your views on the Special Education Review, and on our initial analysis.