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See Who’s Running for College Council
Council Nominations Close December 5!
The list of candidates for the 2015 College Council election has been posted. See who to vote for.
 
Help Shape the Future of Your Profession
Help Shape the Future of Your Profession
The College’s Standards of Practice and Education Unit needs your help.

  • Attend the Ethical Leadership Institute on March 14, 2015 at the College in support of the College’s Ethical Standards for the Teaching Profession.
  • Share your experiences, insights and recommendations for the review of these important programs: Principal Qualification Program 2015 Review, Professional Learning Framework 2015 Review, and Supervisory Officers’ Qualification Program 2015 Review.

To take part or learn more, contact standardsinfo@oct.ca by January 30, 2015.

 

Investigation Committee Case Study: What would you do?
Investigation Committee Case Study: What would you do?
A principal said he posted a YouTube video containing disparaging remarks as a humourous way to “boost staff morale.” However, it resulted in a complaint to the College. If you were a member of the College’s Investigation Committee, what would you do? See the outcome. (Details have been altered to respect confidentiality.)

 

Honouring Exceptional Dedication
Honouring Exceptional Dedication
Congratulations to Hélène Lefrançois, Rosalind McCanny and Stephanie Lum as 2014’s recipients of Ontario College of Teachers Scholarship Program Awards, honouring exemplary teacher candidates who have demonstrated a passion and dedication to the highest ideals of teaching.

 

 
College Office Granted Environmental Certification
College Office Granted Environmental Certification
The College office space was recently awarded BOMA BESt® (Building Environmental Standards) Level 2 certification for its high environmental standards.

Learn how the College is reducing its environmental footprint.

 

Your Mobile College
Your Mobile College
Download the latest version of the College’s free app to access your teaching qualifications, member card, library resources, pay your membership fee, access discounts and more.
 
Have you Read This Yet?
Have you Read This Yet?
In Follow Your Money, Michael Hlinka and Kevin Sylvester help elementary and middle school students navigate the complex world of money – from the cost of a homemade lunch to how credit cards and taxes work.
 
Don’t Forget to Pay your Membership Fee
The College In Your Community
If you don’t pay through payroll deduction, please ensure to pay your 2015 College membership fee of $150 directly. You can pay by credit card, through your bank or via our mobile app. The deadline is April 15, 2015.

 

Changed locations?

As an Ontario Certified Teacher, you are required to ensure the College
has accurate information about your work/business address. If you are employed or self-employed in a position of authority over children or students or in education, please let us know your employer’s address.

 

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