A Provincial Outreach Program for the Early Years

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POPEY's Rural Residency Project

The Rural Residency Project was designed to build capacity for literacy teaching and learning in rural school districts by providing educators with continual support that can build on previous learning and work within their local context. These projects look different in each district based on the district’s needs and K-3 literacy goals. Our support often includes professional learning, collaborative planning, and working in classrooms with educators. POPEY’s support includes three days to work with educators three times through the school year (9 days total) and ongoing virtual support in between residency weeks.

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our mandate

Increase K-3 educators’ capacity to support all primary English literacy learners

About POPEY

Build and sustain the capacity of K-3 educators throughout the province in the area of effective, inclusive literacy instruction.

Provide support, knowledge and professional learning opportunities in the area of effective literacy instruction in an inclusive classroom setting.

Evidence-based practice and resources for educating all K-3 students, including diverse learners, in the area of early literacy.

Liaise with District Partners, professional associations, and other stakeholders in British Columbia education.

Provide educators with online access to information, workshops, resources and other professional learning opportunities.

Facilitate the sharing and transferring of knowledge and practice among primary educators across the province.