Welcome to the Vernon Teachers' Association!
Guided by the principles of compassion, connections, communication, and a commitment to better working conditions, your union aims to be a beacon of support and growth for our members in Vernon, Lavington, Coldstream, Lumby, and Cherryville (within School District #22). We envision a union where every member is highly valued, their voices heard, and their needs addressed, fostering an inclusive environment. Through clear and effective communication, we aim to build strong connections among our members, creating a sense of belonging and unity. We strive to help create the conditions where our members experience personal and professional success while improving their working conditions. We aim for an environment where creativity thrives, members receive unwavering support, and experience both peace of mind and achievement, leading to increased prosperity for all. Together, guided by these principles, we strive to create a union that not only supports but also inspires positive change, contributing to the advancement and betterment of our members’ working conditions.
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Are you finding the new payroll platform confusing or noticing issues with your paycheck? The union and school district are hosting a Pizza and Paycheck
Unlock Your Professional Growth on PSA Day!
PSA Day is just around the corner! This is your chance to dive deep into specialized workshops, hands-on seminars, and cutting-edge resources tailored for your
New Teacher Induction Event
Discover how the VTA supports you both in and out of the classroom. This event will include an intro to your executive, a quick overview
Extended Health Benefit Challenges
Dear Members, We have recently learned of multiple challenges related to our extended health benefits, including unexpected denials and significant delays in processing benefit claims.
Cancelled / Insufficient TTOCs Reporting Tool (aka Failure to Fill)
Were you away for the day and not able to secure a TTOC to replace you? Were you re-deployed to another teaching position to cover
Provincial Specialist AssociationConference Day
October 25th, 2024, is the Province-wide professional development day known as #PSAday.The Professional Specialist Associations (PSAs) are putting on conferences this day with hundreds of
Dave Mackenzie
PRESIDENT
VTA Office
president@vernonta.com
Billie Jo Beaudoin
VICE PRESIDENT
VTA Office & Bearisto Elementary
Vacant
2nd Vice President
vp2@vernonta.com
Deb Vandesande
Pro-D Chair
Lavington Elementary School
pdchair@vernonta.com
New VTA Website Account Registration
If you’re new to the school district or you don’t have an account for the VTA Website. Please click the button below and fill out the form to have an account created.