Bulletins

February 10, 2012

  • please go to the following website (www.cp24.com) and vote in the poll about Full Day Kindergarten

February 9, 2012

  • an election will be held at the February 22 General Meeting for the Durham Delegates to the Provincial Annual General Meeting. Click here for a list of nominated delegates.

February 1, 2012

  • it’s time to consider nominations for Durham’s Delegates to the Provincial Annual General Meeting in Toronto. The 2012 AGM will be held August 13-16. Click here for the Nomination form.
  • constitutional amendments can be made to our Local Durham ETFO Constitution. Click here to access a letter explaining the process. Click here to access the Amendment Form.

January 26, 2012

  • the ETFO Durham Social Committee is planning a trip to see War Horse at the Princess of Wales Theatre on Thursday April 5, 2012. Click here to find out more details

January 25, 2012

  • “Education is a Right” is a grassroots organization trying to emphasize the importance of public education during a time of tabled “austerity” budgets. February 1st is a National Student Day of Action to highlight the issue. More information can be found at the website www.educationisaright.ca  

January 23, 2012

  • Women Abuse Affects our Children workshop open to all ETFO women is being held March 8-9. Most costs are covered. Click here for more details.

January 16, 2012

  • The Ontario Federation of Labour (OFL) has issued a call to workers across Ontario to mobilize for a massive rally in London, Ontario on Saturday, January 21 to oppose Electro-Motive Canada (a subsidiary of U.S. industrial giant Caterpillar Inc.) and its attack on decent paying Canadian jobs.
  • ETFO Durham’s Political Action Committee is organizing transportation to London to support this rally. Click here for more details

January 10, 2012

  • the Durham ETFO Political Action Committee would like to recognize the volunteer work of our members. Please click here to find out more on how you can recognize the efforts of your colleagues.

 December 22, 2011

  • the ETFO Durham Political Action Commitee has published a Standing Together Newsletter. Click here to read.

December 16, 2011

  • STEWARDS…PLEASE make note that the date of the Steward’s Collective Bargaining Training has been changed from February 6 to February 13. Click here for more details.

December 15, 2011

  • the social committee is planning a 2 day shopping trip to Grove City Pennsylvania in February! Click here to find out more.

December 14, 2011

  • there will be a very important Steward’s meeting on February 13 at the McKinney Centre to train for the upcoming Bargaining season. Click here for more details.

December 13, 2011

  • The Status of Women AND Politcal Action Committee invite you to come and join them in an afternoon of giving. Both  committees are volunteering at the Eastview Boy’s and Girl’s Club in Oshawa for their Annual Christmas Dinner. Please click here for more info.

December 2, 2011

  • Click here to view the latest ETFO Collective Bargaining (Control Your Future) leaflet

November 24, 2011

  • the Durham ETFO Environmental Committee has created a nomination form for you to nominate a colleague as ENVIRONMENTALIST OF THE MONTH. For details on this award click here.

November 21, 2011

  • THERE ARE STILL MANY SPACES LEFT FOR BOTH THE STATUS OF WOMEN AND EQUITY FALL DINNER AND THE FSL WORKSHOP (BOTH HELD ON NOVEMBER 24). PLEASE CONTACT THE OFFICE (905 666 1122) ASAP IF YOU ARE INTERESTED!

November 16, 2011

  • all DDSB employees are welcome to join us on November 28 at 4:30pm for a Wine and Cheese social put on by the Gay Straight Alliance of ETFO Durham. Click here for more details.

November 7, 2011

  • The amount allocated to the PD fund has been depleted.  Please consider applying again next year.  You may begin applying as early as May 2012 after our Annual General Meeting, when our new budget has been approved.                                                    

November 3, 2011

Congratulations to the following teachers who were elected to the 2011-2013 Durham ETFO Collective Bargaining Committee at the Fall General Meeting on November 2.

Kent Clark Gordon B. Attersley P.S., Larry DeBrouwer Colonel J.E. Farewell P.S., Cheryl Fleury-Eekma Queen Elizabeth P.S., Peter Hamilton R.H. Cornish P.S., Nadine Norris Sir William Stephenson P.S., Debbie Poole Dr. C.F. Cannon P.S., Gerald Sallie Captain Michael Vandenbos P.S., John Whitman E.A. Fairman P.S.

November 2, 2011

  • the Social Committee is offering a Holiday Baking Class on December 1. Click here for more details.

November 1, 2011

  •  the Durham ETFO Fall Retiree/Awards Dinner will be held on November 23. Click here for more details.

October 20, 2011-

The following teachers have been nominated for the 2011-2013 Collective Bargaining Committee. Elections for the 8 positions will be held on November 2 at the McKinney Centre (Whitby) at 4:30

Robertson Anderson Williamsburg P.S., Kent Clark Gordon B. Attersley P.S., Larry DeBrouwer Colonel J.E. Farewell P.S., Cheryl Fleury-Eekma Queen Elizabeth P.S., Peter Hamilton R.H. Cornish P.S., Aaron Igel C.E. Broughton P.S., Mary McLeod Dr. C.F. Cannon P.S., Nadine Norris Sir William Stephenson P.S., Debbie Poole Dr. C.F. Cannon P.S., Rafael Rodriguez Cadarackque P.S., Gerald Sallie Captain Michael Vandenbos P.S., John Whitman E.A. Fairman P.S.

October 4, 2011-

  • Elementary Teachers’ message for World Teachers’ Day: VOTE!
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  • On October 3, President Sam Hammond created a video encouraging all teachers to get out and vote this Thursday, asking all to elect an Education Friendly government that respects both the collective bargaining process and the improvements made to the Public system over the last mandate. Click here to view this video.
  •   September 28, 2011-

  Unfortunately, the amount allocated to the Professional Development Fund has been depleted.

  • come to the Durham ETFO office on Wednesday September 28, at 4:30 to have a little wine, a little cheese, and lots of great conversation. We will be having our annual Wine and Cheese Open House at that time. Hope to see you there!
  • CBC Toronto just completed an interview with Sam Hammond on ETFO’ s ‘Refuse to Vote Against Kids’ campaign ads, for airing on  television and radio today. The television interview will be broadcast between 5:00 and 6:30 pm tonight while the radio interview will be on the afternoon news, probably at 3:30 and/or 4:30 pm. Often these stories are relayed to CBC affiliates across the province. 
  • Please keep updated on the latest news about the upcoming Provincial Election by going to the “2011 Provincial Election” tab. LOTS OF INFO THERE!!!
  • the Political Action Committee is working hard to have a positive impact in the upcoming election. If you want to be a part of this exciting group, please feel free to contact Pam Harrison (on lotus notes) or just come to the meetings (every Thursday at 4:30 at the Durham ETFO office…weekly meetings until the election)
  • there will be a welcome back BBQ (with a political theme) for all ETFO (including our DECE brothers and sisters), OSSTF, and CUPE members on Wednesday September 21. Most of the endorsed candidates from all of the ridings in the Durham region will be in attendance to talk to you about their platform/policies. PLEASE get a group from your staff together and plan on coming out for a welcome back…and a free burger!! Click here for more details. 
  • Please consider joining the Status of Women and Equity Committee on September 15, at the annual Take Back the Night Walk, as they walk with their sisters (and brothers) to voice our concerns about the issue of violence against women and children. Click here for more details.
  • To participate in the Durham ETFO’s F.S.L. Committee survey please click here. It is our hope that we will gather data to better guide and direct the activities of this new committee. This survey will be available from June 22nd until July 30th.
  • click here to view the amended Durham ETFO Local Constitution
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  • A number of Constitutional Amendments have been proposed for consideration and voting on at our May 11, 2011 Annual General Meeting. Click here to read these proposed Amendments.
  • Our Local Political Action Committee / Executive have endorsed candidates for the upcoming Federal Election. Click here to see our suggestions

    • ATTENTION ALL J/I TEACHERS!!!! Come learn how to use nine short scripts created by top Canadian playwrights to explore equity and social justice issues while promoting literacy and critical thinking among junior intermediate students. This workshop will be held at the Durham ETFO office on June 1 from 1pm-5pm. Release time for the afternoon is included in this amazing opportunity. FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED!!!! For more details including the registration form, click here.

 

  • The FSL Committee is having a special Wine and Cheese Party for FSL teachers and French Immersion teachers. Click here for more details
  • all teacher are encouraged to come to our Annual General Meeting held on May 11. At this meeting, teachers will pass the upcoming 2011-2012 Local Budget, vote on constitutional amendments, hear committee reports, and get the latest updates on issues like Attendance Management, the upcoming Provincial Election, and collective bargaining. Click here for the meeting details. 
  • the Status of Women/Equity Committee AND the Professional Development Committee are very pleased to offer a “Critical Media Literacy” Workshop on May 25, 2011. Click here for details of this exciting workshop!
  • Provincial Election, Get Involved! Click here for ways that you can. ALSO, check the Polical Action section of Committees for more.
  • We are taking the time to celebrate the wonderful resources created for our Teachers, by our Teachers! Not sure what to order from ShopETFO?  Well now you can simply ‘check it out!’ Go to the Committee section, under Professional Development, for more details on a great lending library of resources for teachers.
  • on Saturday April 9, 2011, rally with us at Dundas Square and march to Toronto City Hall to defend our communities, public services and good jobs. Together we can stop cuts, closures, user fees, and privitization that will hurt every person and every neighbourhood in Toronto. Click here for more details. Contact Pamela Harrison (on Lotus notes) if you are interested in being a part of this.
  • on Sunday May 1, 2011, USW Local 1005 is organizing a rally at Parliament Hill to hold our governmnet accountable for the deteriorating wages, working conditions, benefits and pensions of working people. Click here for more information. Contact Pamela Harrison (on Lotus notes) if you are interested in being a part of this.
  • 2010-2011 STAFFING PROCESS TIMELINES. Click here for details
  • Interested in seeing Billy Elliot? Click here for more details
  • in early March the newly formed F.S.L. (French as a Second Language) Committee met to discuss how they could address the needs and relevant issues of this unique group of elementary teachers. The next meeting is scheduled for Thursday April 7 at the Durham ETFO office. Click here for details of that meeting. Please go to the F.S.L. section of Committees for more information on this exciting new committee.
  • the ETFO Durham Status of Women and Equity Committee is encouraging all teachers to celebrate diversity on the Day of Pink. Click here for more details.
  • Do you need 20 t-shirts for a class event or 100 signs for a rally? What you really need is the ability to make your own swag. Learn how to set the artist in you free!!! Click here for details on a free workshop on silk screening, held on March 30 at the Durham ETFO office.
  • The Durham ETFO Social Committee is planning another trip to Canada’s Wonderland on Saturday May 28th. Click here for details on this GREAT DEAL!!
  • The Durham ETFO Social Committee is planning an Easter Cooking Class to be held at the Real
  • “Corrective Rape”, the vicious practice of raping lesbians to “cure” their sexuality, is a crisis in South Africa. Please consider signing an online petition registering your condemnation of this practice. Click here to access the online petition.
  • It’s that time again! Our International Women’s Day Dinner is coming up on Wednesday March 23rd. Space is limited to sign up early to avoid disappointment. Click here for more details.
  • the constitution of the Durham Teachers’ Local can be amended at the Annual General Meeting scheduled for Wednesday May 11, 2011. Proposed amendments must be received by the Executive by March 10, 2011. Click here to access the form required to make these amendments and ship them via courier to the ETFO office. Each resolution must be one clear, concise statement on a separate resolution form.
  • all Durham Elementary teachers are invited to attend our General Meeting scheduled for February 23. For more information please click here
  • If you are interested in travelling to Hamilton to show support for our striking Brothers and Sisters of U.S. Steel in Hamilton, please meet at the ETFO office as we will be leaving at 11:00 am this Saturday. Contact Pamela Harrison (on Lotus notes) if you are interested. Click here for more deatils of the event.
  • the next Pregnancy/Parental/Adoptive Leave Workshop is scheduled! It will take place at the Durham ETFO office on April 6, 2011. Click here for more details. 
  • The Gay/Straight Alliance of ETFO Durham presents, “Welcoming all Families, Celebrate Diversity” workshop on Thursday February 24, 2011. Click here for more details
  • all workplace stewards are invited to a meeting on February 8, 2011 in Ajax. Click here for more details
  • Big Brother’s Big Sister’s of North Durham is looking for TEACHERS and PRINCIPALS to provide a group-based mentoring opportunity for students within Elementary Schools located in Scugog, Uxbridge and Brock Townships. Click here for more details
  • Click here for information on the Social Committee’s Valentine’s Cooking Class held on Friday February 11, 2011 in Whitby
  • Congratulations to the 40 winners of the Website Contest!!! The contest is now closed!
  • ETFO Awards deadline is fast approaching! Click here for information on ETFO awards with a nomination deadline of February 1, 2011. Click here for information on ETFO Awards and Scholarships with a nomination deadline of April 1, 2011.
  • Join us for the Hamilton Day of Action. The O.F.L., C.L.C., U.S.W. Local 1005 and Hamilton and District Labour Councils are calling for a massive province -wide mobilization to stop U.S. Steel and other foreign-owned companies from wrecking our communities and stealing our future. Click here for more details.
  • if you want to apply for Delegate Status at the 2011 Annual General Meeting in Toronto (August 15th- 18th) click here
  • PLEASE join our Political Action Committee and Status of Women and Equity Committee and volunteer at the Eastview Boys and Girls Club Youth Christmas Dinner. Click here for more deatils.
  • Information on our CONTEST FOR THE NEW WEBSITE click here. STARTING TODAY!!!!!
  • 2011-2012 School Year Calendar Input Form (for Workplace Stewards) is available. Click here
  • if you are interested in submitting a resolution to the 2011 ETFO Provincial Annual General Meeting click here
  • We are partnering with the YWCA to help women from disadvantaged environments gain the important skill of reading and better prepare their children for school. If you feel like you can assist in this area, click here
  • Your union, in partnership with the WOMEN’S MULTICULTURAL RESOURCE AND COUNSELLING CENTRE OF DURHAM (WMRCCD), is setting up an Adult English as a Second Language program to help women learn English. Click here for more details
  • If you have always wanted to help prepare for collective bargaining and find out how it all happens, this is the Committee for you. Click here for more details 
  • STEP 1 Grievance form

Please consider applying again next year.  You may begin applying as early as May 10, 2012, after our Annual General Meeting when our new budget is approved.

 

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