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Retired Central Okanagan school superintendent joins UBC91Ƶs Faculty of Education

Hugh Gloster brings 36 years91Ƶ experience in education to program renewal
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Former superintendent of schools Hugh Gloster joins UBC as project manager for the renewal of the Faculty of Education program.

Hugh Gloster91Ƶs retirement was a quick one.

Gloster retired from his role of Superintendent of Schools and CEO for the Central Okanagan School District (23) at the end of 2015.

On Jan. 4, just a few days later, he began his new job 91Ƶ project manager for the renewal of the Faculty of Education program at UBC91Ƶs Okanagan campus.

Throughout his 36 years in the Okanagan, the former teacher, principal, administrator, and leader, has seen it all. Gloster has occupied every education role within the public school spectrum, from administration to teaching.

During his tenure as superintendent, Gloster focused on developing a culture of collaboration, which he already sees as an emphasis in the renewed Bachelor of Education (BEd) program at UBC.

91ƵTwo heads are better than one,91Ƶ said Gloster. 91ƵWe must work in teams and networks to best meet the students91Ƶ needs.91Ƶ

During his career, Gloster has seen many changes to the B.C. education agenda.

91ƵWhen I began teaching, it used to be acceptable for teachers to go into their classrooms and work in isolation,91Ƶ he said, 91ƵBut we91Ƶve learned that collaboration is the key. We must work in teams and networks to continually improve our practice and learn from each other. Building a community of learners is critical.91Ƶ

Gloster brings with him an understanding of school districts and processes of school boards that will help the next generation91Ƶs educators find their fit within the renewed BEd program and their chosen careers.

91ƵSchool districts want to develop students and equip them with the skills to be learners, thinkers, innovators, collaborators, and contributors,91Ƶ he said. 91ƵIf we can help our students acquire these skills, we will serve them well.91Ƶ

Director of the Faculty of Education, Susan Crichton is thrilled that Gloster is joining UBC and is bringing such an abundance of experience.

91ƵWe are very pleased to welcome Mr. Gloster to the education team,91Ƶ said Crichton. 91ƵHe brings a wealth of understanding and an outside perspective that ultimately benefits our students and the next generation of learners. He is a proven friend of education and learning, and we look forward to working together.91Ƶ

The renewed BEd program, which launches in 2017, will equip student teachers with the ability to teach at all levels and in a variety of teaching and learning contexts. Gloster believes it will help prepare educators to face the daily challenges associated with their evolving roles.

91ƵEach developmental stage of learning has its unique challenges and rewards,91Ƶ said Gloster, who attended UBC as an undergraduate student. 91ƵCollaboration is critical.91Ƶ

 



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