IN THIS ISSUE: Bill 48, The Safe and Supportive Classrooms Act receives third reading and Royal Assent

APRIL 2019

FOR COLLEGE MEMBERS

Bill 48, The Safe and Supportive Classrooms Act receives third reading and Royal Assent

On April 3, 2019, Bill 48, the Safe and Supportive Classroom Act received Royal Assent. The passage of the Bill will contribute to the enhancement of student safety and change the College's governance structure. Read more about the legislation here.

It's your Annual Meeting of Members. Please join us on May 30

Attend our meeting for College members on Thursday May 30 at 5:30 p.m. and hear a panel discussion on how to support students' mental health. Students and a mental health expert will discuss best practices. You can also watch via livestreaming on the College website.

Supporting students' mental health

The College has a new advisory for Ontario Certified Teachers about how to support students with mental health concerns.

To promote discussion, the College is hosting panel discussions with local experts in various Ontario communities, including Thunder Bay and Sudbury in April.

What would you do?

The College's Investigation Committee reviewed a complaint about a teacher who allegedly shared a personal anecdote with students that was demeaning to members of the LGBTQ community.

If you were a member of the College's Investigation Committee, what would you do? See the case outcome.

Myth: Part of the College's mandate includes overseeing the hiring of teachers in Ontario.

Fact: School boards are responsible for teacher employment, however, the College publishes an annual study on employment outcomes for newly certified Ontario teachers.

In the community

We come to you! The College attends events to raise awareness about its role in protecting the public interest – which includes promoting the high standards to which you and your colleagues aspire.

Have a question? Come talk to us at an event near you!

Oshawa: Durham District School Board Parents as Partners Conference on April 13
Ottawa: Parent and Child Expo, Nepean Sportsplex on April 13-14
Windsor: Mama Expo, Caboto Club on April 14
Mississauga: Baby and Toddler Show, International Centre on April 26-28

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Free Resources:

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