Nova Scotia Teachers Union
3106 Joseph Howe Drive B3L 4L7 Halifax, NS, Canada

Morning Views: How do you feel about fewer teachers being in Halifax high schools in September?

1,125 educators in Nova Scotia responded to a questionnaire from CBC News asking teachers about their experiences in the 2020-2021 school year. About 16 per cent of the people who received the questionnaire filled it out. The vast majority said they were worried about contracting COVID at work. Around 60 per cent said they were very concerned while about 30 per cent said they were somewhat concerned.

We’re deeply concerned HRCE has eliminated the most important resource it has to support safe and sustainable in person learning, said union president Paul Wozney.

This week is Education week in Nova Scotia. Congratulations to this year's award recipients from the TCRCE!

This week is Education week in Nova Scotia. Congratulations to this year's award recipients from the CCRCE!

"The last time the Liberal government stalled the release of a school safety review, it was revealed that 20% of all public school water taps in the province exceeded the federal government’s lead safety standards."

If there’s data to say that air is safe and good in schools, I can’t understand for the life of me why that data wouldn’t be made public yesterday, said NSTU President Paul Wozney.

Teachers approve tentative agreement Nova Scotia’s 9,300 public school teachers have endorsed a tentative agreement reached between the Nova Scotia Teachers Union and the provincial government on October 23. Our members have voted overwhelmingly in favour of this agreement, says NSTU president Paul Wozney. The diligent work of the bargaining team and this vote result indicate it’s a fair and reasonable contract for public school teachers in the province.... https://www.actforeducation.ca/n/teachers-ratify-agreement/

A reminder to NSTU members. Today is the ratification vote on the current tentative agreement. If you have not yet received your voting key, please check with your school/site rep.

Premier Stephen McNeil and Dr. Robert Strang provide a #COVID19NS update. You can also watch on YouTube at https://youtu.be/S1eyp5bMhsU

Please take a moment on Remembrance Day to pause and remember the service and sacrifice of those who fought to preserve our freedom. Lest we forget.

A message from NSTU President Paul Wozney on World Teachers' Day 2020

Wozney is concerned about the past too. I have kids, he said. My oldest is in grade 12. Looking at the results, all the schools that my high school senior has attended have had water quality issues. They’ve been drinking unsafe water every year that they’ve attended school and that’s never been communicated to me as a parent. "And for teachers, the lead issues could mean they were subject to years or even decades of exposure."... https://www.halifaxexaminer.ca//nova-scotia-education-min/

Primary school and secondary school teachers are not only experiencing high levels of anxiety, but it’s increased by 500 per cent as compared to pre-COVID-19 levels, Aubrecht noted. https://bit.ly/3cRZ0Jx

Its October 1st.... you know what that means? TIME FOR THE SCHOOL BUS SAFETY AWARENESS STUDENT CONTEST YOU COULD WIN UP TO $500!! This year students in all gr...ades have the opportunity to create a piece of artwork of their choice, showcasing the importance of school bus safety! Whether it be Claymation, a drawing, a dance, get creative!! Students will then have a chance to vote for their favorite piece of artwork on our website to determine the three lucky winners! Please visit: https://www.schoolbussafety.ca/contest to learn more and to enter! Contest closes October 22nd at noon don't miss out!!

Dear NSTU members, Just a reminder that the deadline to enroll in, or change, dental coverage is October 15th. Visit the NSTU Group Insurance Trustee website for more information or call Johnson at 1-902-453-9543. ... http://nstuinsurance.ca

Late this afternoon, the province released water testing results for Nova Scotia's 350+ schools. While a majority passed, over 5,500 water sources (20%) in Nova Scotia schools were found to have unsafe levels of lead that exceed federal limits. You can find the result for your local school at this link: https://www.ednet.ns.ca/water-test-results

In the spirit of reconciliation and to honour the survivors of Canada's residential schools, please remember to wear an orange shirt tomorrow (Wednesday, September 30).

Sending gratitude and congratulations to all NS students, teachers and staff participating in a Terry Fox School Run this year. 40 years after his Marathon of Hope tragically came to an end, Terry Fox's legacy continues to inspire millions of people around the world. https://terryfox.org/schoolrun/