Cendra Beaton
@cendrabeaton.bsky.social
Trustee, School Board of Education for #SD62 (Sooke), Rotary Member, Proud Mom & Military Wife. Bilingual #French and #English. Views are my own.
Big news for North #Langford! A new 2,000-seat high school—the largest on Vancouver Island—has been approved!🎉
Thanks to Premier @davidebybc.bsky.social & BC Gov for funding this game-changer for SD62.
#SD62 #bced #StudentSuccess
(Photo: Felipe Fittipaldi, Gov of B.C.)
Thanks to Premier @davidebybc.bsky.social & BC Gov for funding this game-changer for SD62.
#SD62 #bced #StudentSuccess
(Photo: Felipe Fittipaldi, Gov of B.C.)
October 2, 2025 at 12:17 AM
Big news for North #Langford! A new 2,000-seat high school—the largest on Vancouver Island—has been approved!🎉
Thanks to Premier @davidebybc.bsky.social & BC Gov for funding this game-changer for SD62.
#SD62 #bced #StudentSuccess
(Photo: Felipe Fittipaldi, Gov of B.C.)
Thanks to Premier @davidebybc.bsky.social & BC Gov for funding this game-changer for SD62.
#SD62 #bced #StudentSuccess
(Photo: Felipe Fittipaldi, Gov of B.C.)
Proud to have helped shape #SD62’s 2025–2029 Strategic Plan — created with input from students, staff, families, partner groups & the community.
This plan sets the direction for the next 4 years to support student success! 🙌📚
🔗 www.sd62.bc.ca/sites/defaul...
#SD62Proud #StudentSuccess #StrategicPlan
This plan sets the direction for the next 4 years to support student success! 🙌📚
🔗 www.sd62.bc.ca/sites/defaul...
#SD62Proud #StudentSuccess #StrategicPlan
September 18, 2025 at 3:34 AM
Proud to have helped shape #SD62’s 2025–2029 Strategic Plan — created with input from students, staff, families, partner groups & the community.
This plan sets the direction for the next 4 years to support student success! 🙌📚
🔗 www.sd62.bc.ca/sites/defaul...
#SD62Proud #StudentSuccess #StrategicPlan
This plan sets the direction for the next 4 years to support student success! 🙌📚
🔗 www.sd62.bc.ca/sites/defaul...
#SD62Proud #StudentSuccess #StrategicPlan
First day back for all grades in #SD62! 🎉
Welcome students & families to a new year of learning and growth.
Huge thanks to our dedicated staff — your impact is felt every day.
Let’s make it a great year! 📚🌟
#BackToSchool #StudentSuccess
Welcome students & families to a new year of learning and growth.
Huge thanks to our dedicated staff — your impact is felt every day.
Let’s make it a great year! 📚🌟
#BackToSchool #StudentSuccess
September 3, 2025 at 7:04 PM
First day back for all grades in #SD62! 🎉
Welcome students & families to a new year of learning and growth.
Huge thanks to our dedicated staff — your impact is felt every day.
Let’s make it a great year! 📚🌟
#BackToSchool #StudentSuccess
Welcome students & families to a new year of learning and growth.
Huge thanks to our dedicated staff — your impact is felt every day.
Let’s make it a great year! 📚🌟
#BackToSchool #StudentSuccess
Today we welcomed Ministers @BowinnMa & @lisabeare to celebrate the opening of SĆIȺNEW̱ SṮEȽIṮḴEȽ Elementary in #Langford!
With 480 seats, this beautiful new school in #SD62 gives students the space they deserve. Grateful for this investment in our growing community.
#bced
With 480 seats, this beautiful new school in #SD62 gives students the space they deserve. Grateful for this investment in our growing community.
#bced
August 28, 2025 at 12:38 AM
As we gear up for back to school, I want to thank all SD62 staff who worked hard this summer—from preparing schools to planning bus routes & hiring, and more. Your dedication ensures a strong start for our students & families. Grateful for all you do! 🙏🍎 #SD62 #BackToSchool
August 20, 2025 at 4:16 PM
As we gear up for back to school, I want to thank all SD62 staff who worked hard this summer—from preparing schools to planning bus routes & hiring, and more. Your dedication ensures a strong start for our students & families. Grateful for all you do! 🙏🍎 #SD62 #BackToSchool
📅 The 2025–26 school calendar is available!
Check key dates for holidays, breaks, and more—great for early planning.
📌 View the calendar in the attachment.
#SchoolCalendar #BackToSchool #PlanAhead #2025SchoolYear #SD62
Check key dates for holidays, breaks, and more—great for early planning.
📌 View the calendar in the attachment.
#SchoolCalendar #BackToSchool #PlanAhead #2025SchoolYear #SD62
August 8, 2025 at 11:51 PM
📅 The 2025–26 school calendar is available!
Check key dates for holidays, breaks, and more—great for early planning.
📌 View the calendar in the attachment.
#SchoolCalendar #BackToSchool #PlanAhead #2025SchoolYear #SD62
Check key dates for holidays, breaks, and more—great for early planning.
📌 View the calendar in the attachment.
#SchoolCalendar #BackToSchool #PlanAhead #2025SchoolYear #SD62
At our May board meeting, a motion I seconded passed—ensuring the Board Chair responds to public messages within 3 business days.
This is about listening, being accountable, and staying connected with you—our families, students, and educators.
#CommunityMatters #TrusteeUpdate #AVoiceForOurCommunity
This is about listening, being accountable, and staying connected with you—our families, students, and educators.
#CommunityMatters #TrusteeUpdate #AVoiceForOurCommunity
June 24, 2025 at 9:41 PM
At our May board meeting, a motion I seconded passed—ensuring the Board Chair responds to public messages within 3 business days.
This is about listening, being accountable, and staying connected with you—our families, students, and educators.
#CommunityMatters #TrusteeUpdate #AVoiceForOurCommunity
This is about listening, being accountable, and staying connected with you—our families, students, and educators.
#CommunityMatters #TrusteeUpdate #AVoiceForOurCommunity
🎓💜 Congrats to the Royal Bay Class of 2025!
It was an honour to attend your grad ceremonies, what an inspiring day! You’ve worked hard, shown heart, and you’re ready for what’s next.
Proud to cheer you on — the future is yours! 🌟
#RoyalBayGrads2025 #StudentFirst #YouDidIt #ProudTrustee #SD62
It was an honour to attend your grad ceremonies, what an inspiring day! You’ve worked hard, shown heart, and you’re ready for what’s next.
Proud to cheer you on — the future is yours! 🌟
#RoyalBayGrads2025 #StudentFirst #YouDidIt #ProudTrustee #SD62
June 9, 2025 at 10:27 PM
🎓💜 Congrats to the Royal Bay Class of 2025!
It was an honour to attend your grad ceremonies, what an inspiring day! You’ve worked hard, shown heart, and you’re ready for what’s next.
Proud to cheer you on — the future is yours! 🌟
#RoyalBayGrads2025 #StudentFirst #YouDidIt #ProudTrustee #SD62
It was an honour to attend your grad ceremonies, what an inspiring day! You’ve worked hard, shown heart, and you’re ready for what’s next.
Proud to cheer you on — the future is yours! 🌟
#RoyalBayGrads2025 #StudentFirst #YouDidIt #ProudTrustee #SD62
🎓 You did it, #EMCS grads! Your hard work, passion, and resilience got you here — and it’s just the beginning. 💙
Keep rising, keep leading. We're cheering you on every step of the way. #EMCSGrad2025 #FutureLeaders #SD62 #EducationMatters #ProudTrustee
Keep rising, keep leading. We're cheering you on every step of the way. #EMCSGrad2025 #FutureLeaders #SD62 #EducationMatters #ProudTrustee
June 8, 2025 at 2:00 AM
🎓 You did it, #EMCS grads! Your hard work, passion, and resilience got you here — and it’s just the beginning. 💙
Keep rising, keep leading. We're cheering you on every step of the way. #EMCSGrad2025 #FutureLeaders #SD62 #EducationMatters #ProudTrustee
Keep rising, keep leading. We're cheering you on every step of the way. #EMCSGrad2025 #FutureLeaders #SD62 #EducationMatters #ProudTrustee
🎮✨ Cardboard + creativity + heart = the incredible Grade 4/5 Arcade at PEXSISEN!
Last night’s event was pure joy — students proudly showcased their handmade games, & their excitement was contagious.
Huge thanks to staff and PAC for bringing this vision to life.
#HandsOnLearning #ADST #Sd62
Last night’s event was pure joy — students proudly showcased their handmade games, & their excitement was contagious.
Huge thanks to staff and PAC for bringing this vision to life.
#HandsOnLearning #ADST #Sd62
June 5, 2025 at 8:35 PM
🎮✨ Cardboard + creativity + heart = the incredible Grade 4/5 Arcade at PEXSISEN!
Last night’s event was pure joy — students proudly showcased their handmade games, & their excitement was contagious.
Huge thanks to staff and PAC for bringing this vision to life.
#HandsOnLearning #ADST #Sd62
Last night’s event was pure joy — students proudly showcased their handmade games, & their excitement was contagious.
Huge thanks to staff and PAC for bringing this vision to life.
#HandsOnLearning #ADST #Sd62
Had a great time at Royal Bay’s Culture Fest! 🌍
Students led performances, delicious food, and vibrant displays—so much pride & connection.
As a trustee, it’s a joy to witness students thrive in spaces where they feel seen & celebrated.
#RoyalBayCultureFest #SD62 #InclusionMatters #StudentVoices
Students led performances, delicious food, and vibrant displays—so much pride & connection.
As a trustee, it’s a joy to witness students thrive in spaces where they feel seen & celebrated.
#RoyalBayCultureFest #SD62 #InclusionMatters #StudentVoices
June 2, 2025 at 7:07 PM
Had a great time at Royal Bay’s Culture Fest! 🌍
Students led performances, delicious food, and vibrant displays—so much pride & connection.
As a trustee, it’s a joy to witness students thrive in spaces where they feel seen & celebrated.
#RoyalBayCultureFest #SD62 #InclusionMatters #StudentVoices
Students led performances, delicious food, and vibrant displays—so much pride & connection.
As a trustee, it’s a joy to witness students thrive in spaces where they feel seen & celebrated.
#RoyalBayCultureFest #SD62 #InclusionMatters #StudentVoices
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#NAW2025 #AccessibilityMatters #BreakingBarriersTogether #InclusiveCanada #Bced
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#NAW2025 #AccessibilityMatters #BreakingBarriersTogether #InclusiveCanada #Bced
May 27, 2025 at 9:41 PM
Get involved:
✅ Start conversations
✅ Raise awareness
✅ Share the message using the digital toolkit: www.canada.ca/en/employmen...
📲 Learn more: www.canada.ca/en/employmen...
#NAW2025 #AccessibilityMatters #BreakingBarriersTogether #InclusiveCanada #Bced
✅ Start conversations
✅ Raise awareness
✅ Share the message using the digital toolkit: www.canada.ca/en/employmen...
📲 Learn more: www.canada.ca/en/employmen...
#NAW2025 #AccessibilityMatters #BreakingBarriersTogether #InclusiveCanada #Bced
🚨 SĆIȺNEW̱ SṮEȽIṮḴEȽ Elementary!
Last night, I brought forward a motion (now passed!) to support the creation of a PAC at our newest school 🎉
Huge thanks to the parent stepping up to lead 💪 Families are the heart of school communities. #SD62 #PACPower #ParentVoice
Last night, I brought forward a motion (now passed!) to support the creation of a PAC at our newest school 🎉
Huge thanks to the parent stepping up to lead 💪 Families are the heart of school communities. #SD62 #PACPower #ParentVoice
May 28, 2025 at 7:47 PM
🚨 SĆIȺNEW̱ SṮEȽIṮḴEȽ Elementary!
Last night, I brought forward a motion (now passed!) to support the creation of a PAC at our newest school 🎉
Huge thanks to the parent stepping up to lead 💪 Families are the heart of school communities. #SD62 #PACPower #ParentVoice
Last night, I brought forward a motion (now passed!) to support the creation of a PAC at our newest school 🎉
Huge thanks to the parent stepping up to lead 💪 Families are the heart of school communities. #SD62 #PACPower #ParentVoice
They’re the first smile kids see every morning — and it makes all the difference.
Huge shoutout to our amazing #SD62 bus drivers for starting every school day right and getting students to class safely.
#ThankYouBusDrivers #EveryRideMatters
Huge shoutout to our amazing #SD62 bus drivers for starting every school day right and getting students to class safely.
#ThankYouBusDrivers #EveryRideMatters
May 23, 2025 at 10:00 PM
They’re the first smile kids see every morning — and it makes all the difference.
Huge shoutout to our amazing #SD62 bus drivers for starting every school day right and getting students to class safely.
#ThankYouBusDrivers #EveryRideMatters
Huge shoutout to our amazing #SD62 bus drivers for starting every school day right and getting students to class safely.
#ThankYouBusDrivers #EveryRideMatters
Honoured to represent our community at the BCSTA AGM — casting votes that put students, staff & families first.
Congrats to the new Board! Ready to keep showing up & pushing for positive change.
#TrusteeInAction #BCEd #SD62 #StudentSuccess #Leadership
Congrats to the new Board! Ready to keep showing up & pushing for positive change.
#TrusteeInAction #BCEd #SD62 #StudentSuccess #Leadership
May 17, 2025 at 6:56 PM
Honoured to represent our community at the BCSTA AGM — casting votes that put students, staff & families first.
Congrats to the new Board! Ready to keep showing up & pushing for positive change.
#TrusteeInAction #BCEd #SD62 #StudentSuccess #Leadership
Congrats to the new Board! Ready to keep showing up & pushing for positive change.
#TrusteeInAction #BCEd #SD62 #StudentSuccess #Leadership
This #TeacherAppreciationWeek, I want to say thank you to all our incredible educators. Your work shapes our future, and I deeply value everything you do.
#ThankATeacher #weareluckytohaveyou #SD62
#ThankATeacher #weareluckytohaveyou #SD62
May 7, 2025 at 6:05 AM
This #TeacherAppreciationWeek, I want to say thank you to all our incredible educators. Your work shapes our future, and I deeply value everything you do.
#ThankATeacher #weareluckytohaveyou #SD62
#ThankATeacher #weareluckytohaveyou #SD62
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The BC School Trustee’s Association acknowledges #RedDressDay on May 5th. The red dress serves as a powerful symbol for justice and to help create awareness towards the violence suffered by Indigenous women, girls and two-spirit people. #bced #MMIWG2S
May 5, 2025 at 4:28 PM
The BC School Trustee’s Association acknowledges #RedDressDay on May 5th. The red dress serves as a powerful symbol for justice and to help create awareness towards the violence suffered by Indigenous women, girls and two-spirit people. #bced #MMIWG2S
Incredible pride for our students at the Concours d’Art Oratoire! 🇫🇷 They spoke powerfully—in a 2nd language—and one even placed 2nd provincially! Bravo! 👏 It was an honour to volunteer & witness. Huge thanks to parents & staff for lifting up these young leaders. 🌟 #SD62 #ProudTrustee #StudentVoices
May 5, 2025 at 10:17 PM
Incredible pride for our students at the Concours d’Art Oratoire! 🇫🇷 They spoke powerfully—in a 2nd language—and one even placed 2nd provincially! Bravo! 👏 It was an honour to volunteer & witness. Huge thanks to parents & staff for lifting up these young leaders. 🌟 #SD62 #ProudTrustee #StudentVoices
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As Canadians across the country await the results of today’s federal election, the BCSTA remains focused on the vital work ahead. We look forward to continuing to advocate for the needs of B.C.’s public education system and working with the newly elected government on key priorities.
#Bced #Bcpoli
#Bced #Bcpoli
April 28, 2025 at 4:59 PM
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The BCSTA is pleased to welcome the Honourable @lisabeare.bsky.social Minister of Education and Child Care, to Day 2 of our AGM!
Thank you, Minister Beare, for your welcoming remarks and for your continued partnership and support of boards of education across British Columbia.
#Bced #Bcpoli
Thank you, Minister Beare, for your welcoming remarks and for your continued partnership and support of boards of education across British Columbia.
#Bced #Bcpoli
April 25, 2025 at 6:21 PM
The BCSTA is pleased to welcome the Honourable @lisabeare.bsky.social Minister of Education and Child Care, to Day 2 of our AGM!
Thank you, Minister Beare, for your welcoming remarks and for your continued partnership and support of boards of education across British Columbia.
#Bced #Bcpoli
Thank you, Minister Beare, for your welcoming remarks and for your continued partnership and support of boards of education across British Columbia.
#Bced #Bcpoli
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The top priority for boards of education is the success of all students. We encourage school boards to download our new report, which outlines key data sets available for boards of education and assists them in their responsibility to improve student outcomes and success. 🔗 bit.ly/4kYDsNN
#Bced
#Bced
April 8, 2025 at 9:23 PM
The top priority for boards of education is the success of all students. We encourage school boards to download our new report, which outlines key data sets available for boards of education and assists them in their responsibility to improve student outcomes and success. 🔗 bit.ly/4kYDsNN
#Bced
#Bced
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Current CEO Trevor Davies and former CEO Suzanne Hoffman have been developing a new education program called the "Trustee Leadership Program" and were pleased to pilot the first session with the Langley Board of Education this week.
#Bced #Bcpoli #BCtrustees
#Bced #Bcpoli #BCtrustees
March 12, 2025 at 10:14 PM
Current CEO Trevor Davies and former CEO Suzanne Hoffman have been developing a new education program called the "Trustee Leadership Program" and were pleased to pilot the first session with the Langley Board of Education this week.
#Bced #Bcpoli #BCtrustees
#Bced #Bcpoli #BCtrustees
We are incredibly proud of our team for showcasing our Food Program at VISTA Conference. Their dedication & passion highlighted the impact of the program on our students, but also provided valuable knowledge to other districts. #ProudMoment #makingadifference #knowlegesharing
March 11, 2025 at 6:08 PM
We are incredibly proud of our team for showcasing our Food Program at VISTA Conference. Their dedication & passion highlighted the impact of the program on our students, but also provided valuable knowledge to other districts. #ProudMoment #makingadifference #knowlegesharing
Honored to have joined the Partner Liaison Meeting and engaged with BCSTA, BCSSA, BCASBO, and the Ministry of Education and Childcare on key topics like Student Safety, Indigenous Education, Childcare, and much more.
#sd62 #leadership #collaboration #allforthestudents
#sd62 #leadership #collaboration #allforthestudents
March 9, 2025 at 8:47 PM
Honored to have joined the Partner Liaison Meeting and engaged with BCSTA, BCSSA, BCASBO, and the Ministry of Education and Childcare on key topics like Student Safety, Indigenous Education, Childcare, and much more.
#sd62 #leadership #collaboration #allforthestudents
#sd62 #leadership #collaboration #allforthestudents
I thoroughly enjoyed the discussion and greatly appreciated the valuable knowledge shared, which I will take home to benefit the greater good of our school district.
March 9, 2025 at 12:56 AM
I thoroughly enjoyed the discussion and greatly appreciated the valuable knowledge shared, which I will take home to benefit the greater good of our school district.