BC Ed Plan and the LCS Plan
Public vs. Independent
 Public Schools are governed by the School Act,
Independent Schools are governed by the Independent
School Act
 Independent schools may teach from a particular
perspective, that is, most of the why. We decide some of
the what (curriculum)– but much of the content and how
much time we allot to it is prescribed. How we teach
(pedagogy) has been up to us, but the new plan is more
prescriptive about personalized learning. Who we hire is
up to us because it is critical to our philosophical
perspective.
Public vs. Independent
 Independent schools are required to implement the
BC Ed Plan, but, as has always been the case, have
the right and the responsibility to ensure that the
provincial curriculum fits within the framework of
the independent school’s curriculum.
 LCS’s foundational curriculum and methodology
are not changing, although we will continue to
pursue more meaningful ways to put Biblical
principles into practice and teach to transform
hearts and minds for Jesus Christ
What it’s Not
 We do not see implementing the BC Ed program as an
obligation to introduce a “secular” curriculum that is in
opposition with the school’s curriculum There is nothing
here to be afraid of
 This is not about “us and them” Rather than look at it as an
imposition, we see this as an opportunity for doing things
better
 We are not using public school district implementation
plans, but, we are also not doing this on our own. Other
Christian Schools and the SCSBC are collaborating together.
Vision
BC Ed Plan: Capable young people thriving in a
rapidly changing world
LCS: Well-equipped students discovering their gifts,
developing Christ-like discernment, and pursuing
God’s call on their lives
Overall Themes of the BC Ed Plan
 An emphasis for students to develop confidence
and aptitude with core competencies
 A teacher is more of a guide, coach and mentor and
less of a provider of content
 More flexibility and choice and less traditional
school and classroom instruction allowing for
different paths to graduation
 Maintain high standards, but change assessment
and reporting strategies
Traditional vs. Personal
The BC Ed Plan moves from….
 teacher-driven Foundation Skills to Teacher-managed
Foundation Skills
 specific prescribed learning outcomes to competencies
under “big-idea” themes
 student choice of electives to having a wider selection of
electives
 possible independent study to student-initiated, teachermanaged study planned by teachers and parents
Traditional vs. Personal
The LCS Plan…
 will maintain the integrity of Foundational Skills, including
Bible
 will continue to place a high priority on Teaching for
Transformation and faith formation
 will offer more electives not available in the school through
distance learning
 will work with parents to create personalized learning
opportunities for students including personalized study,
internships and apprenticeships
From Principles to Practice
Principles:
 “Intellectual development goes hand in hand with
physical, social and emotional development” At LCS we
also put emphasis on spiritual development and
teaching for transformation
 “No two children develop all four domains at the same
pace, but there are generally accepted milestones along
the way” True, but not always easy to measure,
especially if all learning is life-long learning.
From Principles to Practice
Practices
 Learning takes Place in the home, school and
community and the church
 Competencies (communication, creativity,
innovation, collaboration, critical thinking, and
problem solving) develop over time and are highly
correlated to a student’s gifts. Biblical through-lines
such as earth-keeping, justice-seeking, and
community-building are also integral to the
competencies we foster.
From Principles to Practice
 Foundation Skills (reading, writing, oral language
and numeracy) are important. As is Biblical
competency
 Learners develop healthy habits. along with
spiritual practices such as prayer and devotional
time
 Learning experiences connect with student interest
and passions. and through story- the student’s story
and the Christian story
Implementation and Implications
 K-9 curriculum has been revised and must be
implemented by September, 2016
 Graduation Program curricula are being revised
and must be implemented by September, 2017
 Schools must provide professional development for
implementation of the BC Ed Plan this year
 Principals will comment briefly on implementation plans
Stay tuned…
 Assessment and reporting strategies are not yet
developed for K-9
 There are still many questions about what the
Ministry will require with regard to courses within
the Graduation Program and new graduation
requirements