Backpack Full Of Cash
This spring, ETFO launched its first ever podcast Elementary: A Podcast from the Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario.
Voices
From the Editor
The spring issue of Voice is focussed on moving forward and organizing together for the change we want to see. The pandemic has been incredibly difficult for educators and other frontline workers and we all look forward to finally moving beyond it and rebuilding towards a future that centres equity and investment in public education, public services and communities.
It is a Critical Time for Members to Stay Active in Protecting Public Education
There is no doubt that education workers have struggled as a result of the systemic underfunding of public education. Ontario’s failed response to the COVID-19 pandemic turned difficult classroom realities, such as large class sizes, insufficient supports for students, and poor air quality and ventilation, into a dangerous crisis.
The Need to Organize and Work Together Has Never Been Greater
With COVID numbers holding steady and plans for the recovery starting to materialize, many ETFO members are beginning to breathe a sigh of relief.
This Election Presents an Opportunity to be Real Agents of Change
I want to begin this column by thanking you and acknowledging how hard you have worked, often under impossible circumstances, to support your students, your colleagues and to deliver the best possible public education across Ontario.
From the Editor
This year, ETFO members have been working full out to support students and to challenge the government for the investment our public schools need.
A New Year to Mobilize
Welcome back to the start of another school year! I hope you had a well-deserved rest, and were able to refresh and recharge over the summer.
From the Editor
With the fall issue of Voice, we consider what a just and equitable recovery from COVID-19 looks like.
True Leadership
President Sam Hammond will be remembered for his strength, kindness and deep respect for members.