Meet the graduates of the 10th TELP cohort!
Jennifer Adams
Principal | Kootenay Lake
TELP helped me slow down and reflect more deeply on how meaningful change happens in schools. It shaped my thinking around identity, inclusion, and intentional leadership. The connections—through sessions, reading groups, and peer dialogue—sustained thoughtful, values-based leadership and reminded me to lead with heart.
Cori Anderson
Vice Principal | Richmond
TELP allowed me to rise above the demands of school life and engage more thoughtfully and intentionally with transformational leadership. Through readings, conversations, and presentations, I’ve grown in perspective and connection—broadening my network and being exposed to diverse ways of thinking. I am excited for what the future holds!
Tanya Azak
Director of Instruction – Indigenous Education & Early Learning | Nisga’a
As a Nisg̱a’a woman and educational leader, this learning was more than professional development-it’s a journey of reconnection. It helped me deepen my understanding of how my identity, values, and community shape the way I lead. It honours diverse ways of knowing and proves that strong leadership can be both relational and transformative.
Lee Banta
Acting Principal | Richmond
The TELP Program was an enriching and inspiring experience. I’m grateful for the connections made, the rich conversations, inspiring guest speakers, and thoughtfully curated readings. I will carry my learnings forward into both my personal and professional life. Thank you, Judy and Linda, for your incredible leadership and for this opportunity!
Sarah Browning
Vice Principal | Okanagan Similkameen
I gained new tools to balance high expectations with relational leadership, and approach challenges with a mindset of possibility. The mentorship of leaders involved in this program strengthened my resolve to lead with curiosity, humility, and courage. I would strongly recommend TELP to any educational leader looking to deepen their impact.
Joshua Campbell
Vice-Principal | Delta
Participating in TELP has been a transformative experience, allowing me to learn from and alongside some deeply inspiring educational leaders. Learning and leading are inseparable processes, and this past year—marked by inquiry, reflection, listening, and connection— has truly been one of the most meaningful learning experiences of my career.
Laury Carriere
Director of Instruction – Indigenous Education & Learning Services |
Kootenay Lake
TELP has been great for going deeper into how transformation happens in intentional ways. The speakers were inspiring and the cohort provides a safe place for reflective discussions and professional growth.
Bronwyn Fackler
Vice Principal | Richmond
I have truly appreciated being part of the TELP 10 Cohort this year – it has been a meaningful and enriching experience for me, and I am grateful for the informative sessions and meaningful discussions. Thank you Judy and Linda – your dedication and encouragement have made a lasting impact on my leadership and professional growth.
Kirstin Funke Robinson
Director of Instruction | Nanaimo-Ladysmith
TELP gave me the opportunity to focus on my own professional context in a deep way that my day-to-day work would not normally allow. It gave me the chance to stay anchored in the “why” behind the busy work of running schools. Connecting with colleagues from other districts was the best part.
Erin Kidd
Learning Support Teacher | West Vancouver
TELP provided the time and space I needed to deepen my understanding of leadership systems and to gain clarity on what it means to me to lead as an educator. The knowledge and motivation to learn within the TELP cohort expanded my knowledge base as an educator. Judy and Linda lead from a place of strength and are committed to high-level learning.
Danielle Klassen
Principal | Kootenay Lake
TELP has been extremely beneficial in my work as a Principal in SD8 as well as in my personal life. The best parts about the program have been the awesome guest speakers, and having the opportunity to connect with educators and professionals throughout the province. These connections have been invaluable.
Kelli Lundie
Vice Principal | Delta
TELP is truly transformative. It offers a unique opportunity to connect with educators across the province and around the world. The readings, collaborative conversations, and sharing of each other’s inquiry journeys have been deeply inspiring. Thank you for the opportunity to be part of this powerful learning community.
Jennifer Mailley
Grade 3 Teacher | New Westminster
TELP is a refreshing body of water where you are invited to swim around in the big picture for inspiration, guidance and connection. Jumping into the program reminds you why you chose such a challening job in the first place. If you are looking for a powerful leadership program that transforms your mindset and practice, you have found it!
Shaheen Musani
Teacher Consultant | Richmond
Participating in TELP has been a deeply enriching and grounding experience. I am incredibly appreciative of the opportunity to slow down and thoughtfully engage with the core ideas presented in the readings (local and global contexts), presentations and in the dynamic conversations with educators from across various school districts and countries.
Nona Navin
Principal | Richmond
Judy and Linda took us through a year of discussing insightful readings, examining real-world case studies and providing time to reflect on how this impacts the work we do in schools. It has empowered me to lead with kindness, courage and clarity, with learners at the forefront. I am humbled to have shared this alongside such thoughtful colleagues.
Colleen Orzen
Principal | Richmond
TELP has given me the opportunity to dig deeper into my practice, to reflect upon a variety of perspectives and build relationships with Richmond colleagues, as well as educators throughout the province and world. TELP has been an inspirational step on my leadership journey. I am grateful for this experience and all those that I met along the way.
Joe Osbaldeston
VP Education Headlands School | Wales
Dear TELP past, present and future: TELP has provided me with such valuable insights to inquiry work and how this supports improvement and growth in schools. TELP connects you to an abundance of amazing fellow educators to learn from and share stories with. Judy, Linda and the various guest speakers are truly inspirational. Thank you TELP!
Kirsten Paterson
Vice Principal | Coquitlam
UBC’s TELP offers educators a unique chance to collaborate with like-minded peers and global leaders to advance student and adult learning – supporting transformation. Grateful to be part of TELP 10! Thank you Judy and Linda for your expertise. Highly recommend to those striving to lead meaningful change and be Great at Getting Better!
Ellen Reid
Vice Principal | Richmond
TELP 10 program has been a transformative experience that deepened my understanding of educational leadership, igniting a passion for meaningful change. Curated readings, presentations, and collaborative dialogue immersed us in a learning environment that invited us to envision a path of curiosity and inquiry in our leadership roles.
