In case you missed it: This summer, Federation member Stacy Hill volunteered for Simameni, a CTF/FCE/UNATU project that aims to improve access, retention, and educational opportunities for secondary school-aged girls in schools in Uganda. Learn more: ctf-fce.ca/what-we-do/int…

School divisions continue to speak out about budgetary challenges they're facing this school year. Some are having to cut supports or dip into reserves. Why is the government *still* shortchanging our kids? Sign up to support students and teachers: TellThemTuesday.com

Wishing students and teachers a positive start to the new school year!

Teachers are doing everything they can to make sure our kids get the support they need. But they can't do it alone. This fall, we encourage you to vote for better funding for public schools in the provincial and school board elections. 🗳️ Stay in the loop: TellThemTuesday.com

Dr. Verna St. Denis, professor emerita in the College of Education’s Department of Educational Foundations at #USask, has been honoured for her groundbreaking work in Indigenous strategy. news.usask.ca/articles/commu…

Important information for all Sask youth! Get informed and vote!

My child’s teacher shared this with parents- and it’s true, kids develop at different times. But popcorn also needs the right conditions to pop, the same is true for learning. We need govt to invest in #SkEd to improve the conditions in schools and ensure all students can thrive.

Many believe that large classes are only an issue in urban areas. Unfortunately, many rural areas are seeing large class sizes too. And both areas are seeing more multi-grade or multi-curricular classes.

SK teachers in the Regina area- this looks like a great event to check out Tuesday Sept 17th. Regina Catholic Schools Teachers’ Association RPSTA PVTA Prairie South Teachers' Association

Heartbreaking, Infuriating, inexcusable. Dr. Ogieglo is correct- this experience is not unique. We have talked about triaging supports in schools, this shows the crisis caused by chronic underfunding. No child should be denied the supports they require to receive an education.

Thinking of the staff, students and extended Evan Hardy School community in the wake of a difficult and sad day. I encourage everyone to show their support and kindness while respecting the privacy of those involved.

My partner helped extinguish her. He, and other staff, sat with her until the paramedics arrived and talked with her so she would stay conscious. He says he will never forget the smell. Our government needs, NEEDS, to properly fund education.

Mr. Hayes showed incredible bravery when he saved a student’s life. Now he needs our help. Please consider donating to support him during this tough time. Every bit counts. Share and donate! gofund.me/7deb1d2a

gofund.me/eb5538cf If you have the means please consider donating to Rebecca, the victim of the attack on Thursday, and her family.

Congratulations to Shelby Newkirk (BEd'22) on winning a bronze medal in the women’s 100m backstroke S6 Para-swimming final! 🥉 #USask | #BeWhatTheWorldNeeds

So a 14 year old girl lit a 15 year old girl on fire and the Education Minister's response is it could have been worse and we can talk about more policing? Really?

📣 NEWS RELEASE 📣 Today, the STF officially launched an election platform and new ad campaign calling on voters and candidates to keep public education top of mind in the provincial and school board trustee elections this fall. Read the release: bit.ly/3z7yCuK

Get informed and Vote for public education this fall.

I have 2 classes of 37, one w/29, & one w/26 🎉. If I rush through essays & give a tiny bit of feedback, I’m looking at ~ 10-15 mins each. That is HOURS of work that there is no time for in the school day. I do what I can at home but it’s not sustainable. Class size matters.

Teachers, join us for Truth and Reconciliation Week - Sept. 23 - 27, 2024. Engage with pre-recorded videos, live Q&A sessions, and activities that promote healing and understanding. Sign up today: trw-svr.nctr.ca/virtual-educat… #TruthandReconciliationWeek #nctr_um