Amorell Saunders N’Daw named lead writer for future professional advisory on anti-Black racism

IN THIS ISSUE: Amorell Saunders N’Daw named lead writer for future professional advisory on anti-Black racism

JUNE 2021

FOR COLLEGE MEMBERS

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The College has partnered with Amorell Saunders N’Daw to write our next professional advisory on anti-Black racism.

This advisory will help members recognize, understand and address anti-Black racism.

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Get involved in serving the public interest

Meet the professionals who have been appointed to adjudicate matters until a new College Council, committees and rosters of eligible panellists are established. See what they do.

With project research and stakeholder consultation behind us, the College’s Transition Supervisory Officer (TSO) has advanced a series of regulatory recommendations to further define the future governance structure of the Ontario College of Teachers.

These proposals place an emphasis on expanding the opportunity for member and public involvement in the work of the College.

A key aspect of the TSO’s advice is the selection of individuals to participate on the future Council, Committees and rosters of panellists based on core competencies rather than a costly, first past the post-election process.

Information on available positions and the application process will be announced in August of this year with successful candidates beginning their new responsibilities effective January 1, 2022.

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Investigations and Hearings webinar for employers

Thank you to all who attended the College’s recent webinar and discussion on the Ontario College of Teachers Act and how it impacts employers of OCTs.

Couldn’t join us? Watch the webinar - located in the Employers area of the College website.

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Now accepting 2021 scholarship applications

The College’s scholarship program acknowledges teacher candidates for their outstanding academic achievement and high level of preparedness in teacher education. Applications will be accepted until August 31, 2021.

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Poll

Teaching through the pandemic has presented many challenges. What are some positives you’ll take from the experience and apply to your classroom in the future?

Read how your peers responded to that same question in the September 2021 issue of Professionally Speaking.

This poll encourages OCTs to share opinions and effective practices on educational topics related to professional practice.

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Sept. 29, 2021: Virtual Annual Meeting of Members

Please register and join a panel of regulatory experts, Paul Boniferro, Transition Supervisory Officer, and Dr. Derek Haime, OCT, Registrar & CEO, at our Annual Meeting of Members (AMM) on Wednesday, September 29 from 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. to learn about the College’s governance modernization and work and initiatives from 2020.

Our AMM will include a live Q&A session. Submit your questions in advance or during the event. Learn more.

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Helpful online resources

Check out these fun and educational apps for students of all ages in Professionally Speaking’s Apps Analysis and Tools of the Trade.

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