Tell your friends and family how larger class sizes in all grades means a need for fewer permanent Teachers. This certainly does not auger well for those just starting their careers. With the PCs offering less professional development, there will be fewer days of work for Occasional Teachers and Tim Hudak has stated that he would cancel the Liberal's promise to restore equity in salary with the rest of Ontario's Teachers in September.
Finally, we must acknowledge that the effects of a Hudak government would be felt in every sector. CUPE research states that the cuts to wages and jobs would cost London 7116 jobs. Even those who manage to hold on to employment could expect fewer benefits and more desperation. The Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives points out that today, only 47% of Canadians self-identify as middle class, compared to 70% in 2002.
You may be sick of politics, but we need to have these conversations. Time is of the essence. We must do all we can to get out the vote to stop Tim Hudak.
2 Smartboard workshops on June 11th (beginner) and June 12th (advanced) will be held after school at 4:30pm at: Woodland Heights P.S.474 Springbank Dr, London, ON N6J 1G8 A light dinner will be provided.
Session 1: Smartboard Basics Workshop: Walking into a new class can be challenging enough, why does classroom technology have to make it more difficult? If you are new to interactive whiteboards, this session will help introduce you to the technology and familiarize you with their basic use and functions.Participants will be taken step-by-step through the process of opening and accessing smartboard programs and get to practice making some of their own activities in Smart Notebook. Though computer access will be provided, any participants wishing to bring their own laptops are recommended to downl oad the Smart Notebook program atsmarttech.com/downloads.
Session 2: Intermediate smartboard Do you have an LTO in a class with an interactive whiteboard? You know the basics, but want to learn how to take your lessons to the next level. This workshop is designed to give teachers with some basic knowledge of Smart Notebook tips and examples to make full use of the powerful software. Participants will explore the various functions of the Notebook program, and with examples, start to make their own advanced activities for use in the classroom. Using this software can be a great way to engage students or impress a potential employer, so when it comes to working with an interactive whiteboard, take your skills from 'how?' to 'wow!' today! Though computer access will be provided, any participants wishing to bring their own laptops are recommended to download the Smart Notebook program atsmarttech.com/downloads.
about the presenter: Kevin O'Neill is a core French teacher for TVDSB and technology consultant for RK Publishing. Kevin has presented at conferences and for school boards across the province discussing diverse topics in regards to technology use in the classroom
