Daniel M. L. To, EdD

Part-time Instructor of Leadership

In addition to being an Instructor at Trinity Western University, I am the district representative for Mental Health and Wellness Programming in the Surrey School District. I also serve on Interagency/ Intergovernmental Committees for programs dealing with students with mental health issues and oversee programs for youth at risk, vulnerable youth, students with mental health issues, and Summer Learning.

Most importantly, I am the proud father of two awesome kids and have the best life partner anyone could ever have.

  • Doctorate in Education, Leadership (Simon Fraser University)
  • Masters of Education, Curriculum (University of British Columbia)
  • Bachelor of Education, Social Justice (University of British Columbia)
  • Bachelor of Arts, English Literature (University of British Columbia)

Expertise

Curricular Leadership and Instruction, School Culture and Identity, Student / Families’ Membership and Engagement in School, Mental Health and Wellness in Education, At Risk and Vulnerable Youth Programming

Recent Publications

  • Doctoral Thesis (Simon Fraser University, 2017)
  • Parental Support for Students Who Participate in High School Athletics: An Exploration of the Perceived Influence of Parents and Its Effect on Student Self-Efficacy and Academic Success

Link to thesis here

Affiliations & Memberships

  • Surrey Principal’s and Vice Principals
  • British Columbia Principals and Vice Principals Association
  • British Columbia School Superintendents Association

  • LDRS 662 Culturally Inclusive Teaching & Learning