About Focused Education Resources

At Focused Education, we are K-12 experts.  Each member of our team is dedicated to providing superior member services that continually evolve to meet the sector’s changing needs. 

Touching every part of K-12 delivery, we are committed to delivering a suite of resources you can trust to offer value and quality.


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Serving with Passion and Purpose

Mission

We support and strengthen K-12 education by providing innovative and responsive solutions

Values

  • Ensuring quality for our members
  • A commitment to trust and accountability
  • Responsiveness and flexibility that leads to innovation
  • The value of our exceptional staff
  • Communicating and connecting to drive collaboration
  • Creating a better society

Vision

To be the leader of shared services and expertise to the K-12 education sector

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Strategic Plan 2023-2028

Strategic Plan

To learn about how Focused Education help our K-12 members across B.C., Yukon and the Northwest Territories build capacity and access timely, relevant services and resources that support their ability to deliver excellence in education.

STRATEGIC PLAN 2023 - 2028

 

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Annual Report

Annual Reports

To learn more about Focused Education's past and ongoing work and activities, please see our Annual Reports.

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Services

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Our People

Leadership

Focused Education’s Board of Directors provides strategic leadership and K-12 expertise to guide our pursuit of delivering on our mission, achieving our vision and living our values every day.

Our Board of Directors

Mark Pearmain

Mark Pearmain

Superintendent/CEO
Surrey School District

Staff

The Focused Education team has honed our K-12 expertise to provide members with focused, value-driven benefits. We are always pleased to connect and welcome members’ feedback, insights and questions.

Meet our staff

Kelly Pollack

Kelly Pollack

CEO
Focused Education Resources

Advisory Committees

Procurement Services

Our Procurement Services Advisory Committee provides guidance on Focused ED’s sector-wide joint procurement services. Our Procurement Agreements ensure all districts and member schools have equal access to vetted products and services at preferential rates. 

Learning Resource

Our Learning Resource Advisory Committee provides guidance around policies, procedures and projects to Focused ED’s Education Services team. These include our digital learning resources for educators, as well as professional development offerings.

Technology

Our Technology Advisory Committee provides expert insights into new and emerging K-12 technology-related needs and opportunities. The Committee’s guidance helps ensure Focused ED’s member offerings leverage the latest technologies and support best practices.

Member Access

Get access to enhanced member-only content with a user account:

  • Member Directory
  • Evaluated Resources
  • PIA Templates & Resources
  • Procurement Agreements