Abbotsford Educators recipients of the 2022 Premier’s Awards
The Premier’s Awards for Excellence in Education recognizes exceptional teachers, support staff and administrators throughout the province. In a ceremony at Government House in mid-October, Premier John Horgan provided awards to winners of the Premier’s Awards for Excellence in Education, and celebrated the finalists from the 2022 awards program.
“The Premier’s Awards for Excellence in Education celebrate the incredible achievements of 34 educational leaders over the past two years,” said Premier Horgan. “Every day, you go above and beyond to put students first. The Premier’s Awards are our chance to thank the teachers, staff and educational leaders who bring out the best in B.C. students and represent the best of our province.”
This year, finalists were selected from 113 nominations, ranging from 10 different categories.
Two Abbotsford educators earned a Premier’s Award for Excellence in Education, with one being recognized as a finalist.
- IAN LEVINGS, Principal, Eugene Reimer Middle – Winner in the School Leadership category
- NERLAP SIDHU, Teacher, Eugene Reimer Middle – Winner in the School Equity and Diversity category
- JOE FREW, Teacher, Terry Fox Elementary – Finalist in the Extracurricular Leadership Category
“B.C. has extraordinary teachers, administrators and support staff which is evident through the nominations, finalists and winners of the Premier’s Awards for Excellence in Education,” said Lt. Gov. Janet Austin. “Their enthusiasm for supporting and mentoring students builds on their commitment to ensure learners of all ages achieve success in school and in life.”
Launched in 2018, the awards honour the outstanding achievements of public, independent and First Nations school-system teachers, principals, vice-principals, administrators and support staff in K-12 schools.
