Connection to the BC Curriculum
My educational philosophy connects closely to the BC Curriculum, which emphasizes flexible, student-centered learning and the development of the whole child. The focus on core competencies such as communication, thinking, and personal and social awareness aligns with my belief that learning goes beyond academics and includes relationships, identity, and well-being.
I value the BC Curriculum’s emphasis on student choice and multiple ways of demonstrating learning. This connects to my belief that students learn in different ways and should be supported through a variety of approaches, including hands-on, visual, and collaborative experiences. Providing these opportunities allows students to engage more deeply and feel confident in their learning.
The BC Curriculum also supports inquiry-based and experiential learning, which connects to my understanding of the environment as a “third teacher.” Creating spaces where students can explore, ask questions, and learn through experience allows learning to feel meaningful and relevant.
As an Indigenous student and future educator, I also see strong connections between the BC Curriculum and the First Peoples Principles of Learning. Both emphasize the importance of relationships, identity, and connection to place. I aim to incorporate these ideas into my teaching by creating learning experiences that are respectful, inclusive, and connected to students’ lives and communities.
Overall, I see the BC Curriculum as a flexible framework that supports my goal of creating a classroom environment where all students feel valued, supported, and able to learn in ways that work best for them.