Students in the rapidly growing Grandview Heights neighbourhood will soon be able to attend a brand-new and expanded replacement school early next year.

Dianne Flood has been appointed acting commissioner for teacher regulation until such time as a commissioner can be appointed by the Minister of Education.

A feast was held today to celebrate the signing of a second Aboriginal Education Enhancement Agreement (AEEA) for Delta, with partners committing to support Aboriginal student success and bring a greater awareness of Aboriginal culture and history to all students.

Ground was broken today for a replacement Pitt River Middle Community school, which will feature a Neighbourhood Learning Centre that will act as a hub for community activities and programs.

British Columbia continues to have a world-class education system and this year government has taken steps to make it even better.

In support of government's 2011 throne speech commitment to safer schools, the Province has posted a Request for Proposals (RFP) to provide extensive face-to-face training within school districts, develop website content and provide initial support to district teams on serious incidents within districts.

Vulnerable students, small school districts, and remote and rural schools will benefit from increased funding consistency and support as a result of changes to the allocation of school district operating grants.