With a couple of days left to the 2011-2102 school year, this will be the last Wednesday Blog until we are back in September 2012.
In reflecting upon various experiences shared by our members, it is important to be reminded of how truly beneficial our work is. As I have listened to your stories and reflected on my own experiences in grade school, I vividly remember the kindness and support shown by my Teachers. Often times, we don't ever see the impact our caring and efforts which may be difficult at times, but every now and then there will be a smile of thanks, a spark, or a poem written where we know "they got it" and we had something to do with it!
Whatever your reason for having chosen the respected profession of teaching Elementary children, know this is an important job to be taken very seriously- every life you touch today can go on to wonderful things and wouldn't it be nice to hear them say, "It was because of my Teachers in elementary school".
On behalf of your President, Terry Card, the Executive and myself, we wish you a good summer holiday and remind you to complete the 13 modules of the Manadatory On-Line Training due June 29. Please note once accepted as completed by the Board, payment will be included in the pay of July 13, 2012.
Best wishes for a wonderful summer,
Debbie Laxer
Executive Assistant
ETFO THAMES VALLEY OCCASIONAL TEACHERS' LOCAL
