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Here's how ETFO has been preparing to protect publicly funded education and the rights of teachers, education workers and students:

Imagine you are a teacher of a grade three class of 28 students. One of your students has cerebral palsy.

Last August, ETFO announced a contest to find the largest elementary public school class in Ontario. Bill 160 sets average class size limits per board of 25 in elementary and 22 in secondary ETFO's contest was designed to show the public that the use of the word "average" does not mean elementary students would be in classes of 25 or fewer.

Even if an allegation is unfounded, the stakes are very high. An improperly handled response to an allegation can have serious consequences for your career.

"My English is still not so good. I cannot make long sentences. But I can say Thank you so much. I am so happy."

Among a number of current education issues attracting controversy is the role of school councils.

This fall has been the most tumultuous time for members and provincial staff involved in collective bargaining with school boards.

The request for your services can come from different sources. Some boards use an automated system to contact occasional teachers. In other cases, it may be the school principal who will contact you.

August 17 - 21, 1999 was a historic week for Ontario's public elementary school teachers and education workers.