During the summer of 2008 we were working in Benin, in partnership with Right To Play, the Benin Ministry of Education, and the Benin teacher union, SYNAEM, to develop and implement a new curriculum.
In Hastings-Prince Edward, the Eleemntary Teachers' Federation Teacher Local (ETFO H-PE) has become mroe than an organization for its members - it is an integral part of the community.
"Teaching is . . . fundamentally a decision-making and political process that can forever change the lives of all those who experience it, be they children, educators, or parents.”1
“The pursuit of self-knowledge —knowledge of the self as an individual, as a male or female, as a member of a race and community, as part of a particular age group — blends easily into a study of relations with others. Part of learning to care for one’s se
Most people like to think they have a great sense of humour, and pride themselves on making others laugh. As teachers, we’re no exception. It’s delightful when we can make students smile despite themselves. Good cheer is a good teaching tool.
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As you read this I trust you will be settled into the new school year. For educators September is a month of change and adjustment, of setting goals, and establishing a classroom routine.
ETFO is a union whose members choose to foster a positive social transformation through education, networks, and resources. We re courageous advocates for inclusion, trust, and acceptance of difference(s).
As educators we are skilled, reflective professionals.
