More About Prep Payback; Columbia Store Invitation; Promises Unfilled Ch. 4; Summer Academy is Filling Fast!

About Prep Payback, Did You Know? 

i) Where an Occasional Teacher is hired for a vacancy for preparation time or meeting coverage, that Occasional Teacher shall be assigned no more than one (1) supervisory duty. The Occasional Teacher will maintain a forty (40) minute uninterrupted lunch and shall be provided with a forty (40) minute preparation time period. The forty (40) minute preparation time will be scheduled as early in the day as possible based on the schedule of events requiring coverage. (Article L18.03 (b)

ii) Occasional Teachers in daily and long-term assignments "...who are not able to receive their preparation payback period in the course of their assignment will be entitled to money in lieu." (Letter of Understanding #5)

The deadline to submit a claim for this current school year is July 2/25 at 4 PM. A link has been sent via TVDSB's Outlook -https://forms.office.com/r/CjuCVz6wib

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Last Columbia Outlet Store Invitation of this school year -

TVOT members can bring up to 4 guests with this invitation and proof of TVDSB employment, to the Columbia Employee Store to shop in-person for brands such as Columbia, Sorel, prAna and Mountain Hardware. This offer runs from June 20 to July 13/25.

About ETFO Provincial's "Summer Academy":

- 33 three-day sessions offered throughout July and August

- courses are online or in-person at various locations across the province

- Registration is $75 for in person sessions and $30 for virtual courses

- Click here for the full list of courses bit.ly/4jFVS4Q

- Contact Julie Millan at jmillan@etfo.org if you have questions

How you can have your summer fun, and your savings too

One of the wonderful things about being an education member is the summer. A chance to recharge, or renovate. Take a course, or take off. So, how can you embrace all that summer offers while protecting your financial well-being? Here are 3 practical tips to help you have your summer fun, and your savings too.

1. Set (and stick to) a budget. Having more ‘free time’ in July and August could potentially lead you to overspending if you’re not careful. This is why you should always have a separate spending budget in place to keep your finances on track for the summer months.

2. Stretch your money further by cashing in those loyalty rewards. With billions in unredeemed loyalty points in Canada, consider finally cashing in on any unused points you’ve racked up to enjoy discounted (or even free) meals, activities, transportation, or hotel stays this summer.

3. Make sure your money is still working hard while you’re on break. While you might be catching a bit of a respite over the summer- make sure your money is still working just as hard as you do during the school year. Get expert advice from a financial advisor. 

For more tips on how to protect your finances, read the full article: https://bit.ly/3Sn3iOt.

Need help with your finances? Call on Educators Financial Group.

Whether you’re looking to switch your mortgage or maximize your summer cash flow, get expert, educator-specific advice for every stage of your life.

Visit https://bit.ly/43Nipaq or call 1.800.263.9541 to schedule a complimentary consultation today.

Educators Financial Group has been offering financial planning and a wide selection of investing and lending products and services exclusively to education members and their families since 1975. It is this strong history that has enabled them to become the education community’s financial specialist — empowering educators to achieve their financial goals.

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                          June 12, 2025

June 27 PA Day; Prep Payback Form; Grid Salary; Spec Ed Funding - Promises Unfulfilled - Chapter 3;

 

1) LTOs and June 27th PA Day - 

Unless the absent Teacher is returning and being paid for the last day of school, LTOs are expected to attend and be paid for that day.  (Article L20.03). Itinerant LTO assignments end on June 26th - they do not participate that day. (Letter of Understanding #6)

2) Daily OTs and June 27 PA Day - 

The deadline to complete TVDSB's mandatory training modules for payment is June 27th. Completion is a condition of employment. 

Modules are posted in the Employee Portal under "Employee Training".  Once there, scroll down to "2024 - 2025 OTE Required Training" and complete the following modules for a half-day of salary to be paid in July. Contact Terri Manning in Staff Development at t.mannning@tvdsb.ca if there are difficulties.

Click here for eBase access for: Harassment, Bed Bug and Cockroach Awareness Training and Employee Incident Report Training

Anaphylaxis

Asthma

Diabetes

Epilepsy

Concussion

Ancillary & Non-Instructional Materials

It Can Happen To You - ETFO

Fire Safety Awareness

Head Injury Prevention

Health and Safety Program Awareness

Navigating WSIB

Violence Awareness - General Awareness

3) Prep Payback Form - 

Occasional Teachers in daily and long-term assignments "...who are not able to receive their preparation payback period in the course of their assignment will be entitled to money in lieu." (Letter of Understanding #5)

The deadline to submit a claim for this current school year is July 2/25 at 4 PM. A link has been sent via TVDSB's Outlook -https://forms.office.com/r/CjuCVz6wib

4) Grid Pay for LTOs - Check Your Paystub-

Grid salary requires documentation of qualifications (QECO rating) and documentation proving previous post-certification teaching experience outside of TVDSB. This includes daily experience anywhere in Canada and international experience.

To show the evaluation of their qualifications, the LTO must provide the Board with a QECO Rating Statement or a card indicating their rating is in progress, prior to July 31st for retroactive adjustment.  Note that the process can take several weeks.

1) To obtain a QECO Rating, follow the instructions at www.qeco.on.ca or call QECO at 1-800-385-1030 and request an application form.

2) Once received, submit the results to TVDSB Staffing Officer, Jessica Grison Roeder - j.grisonroeder@tvdsb.ca before the July 31st deadline or forward a copy of the green QECO confirmation card if the application is in progress but will not be available by the due date.

N.B. The same July 31^st deadline applies to proof of any post-certification teaching experience, outside of TVDSB. Recognized teaching experience is outlined in Article L7.08 of the Collective Agreement.

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How to manage risks at home

Ensuring the safety and security of your home is a crucial responsibility. By understanding common risks and taking proactive measures, you can protect your most valuable assets. Here, we’ll explore various ways to identify, assess, and manage risks in and around your home so you can enjoy peace of mind.

Read more at www.otip.com/article193. #OTIPUpdate

Celebrate the end of the school year with a bonus offer!

For the month of June only, get a $30 gift card of your choice when you get a car, home, or leisure product quote. Get a quote or call 1-888-892-4935 and mention this offer.

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