OSSTF D16 T/OT - York Region

Teachers are working hard in classrooms every day to help students engage with curriculum in a supportive way.

We need a Minister of Education that celebrates & supports the incredible work of staff & students.

#osstf #onted

YouTube video by TVO Today Navigating Political Speech in the Classroom | The Rundown

How do teachers and students handle discussing complex and sensitive topics? Is political bias a problem in schools? @jeyantvo.bsky.social speaks with @munakadri.bsky.social (@osstfd16t-ot.bsky.social) and recent graduate Sarah Morra about political discourse in the classroom.

#OSSTF D16 T/OT President @munakadri.bsky.social sits with @tvotoday.bsky.social discussing how to support teachers in navigating curriculum during times where topics might be challenging.

York Region teachers, parents protest bill that mandates police in schools 'Bill 33 will not make our schools safer. It extends policing into education spaces, deepening fear and harm, especially for students already marginalized by race, ability or identity,' says local pub...

"Instead of adding teachers to deal with the chaos, instead of adding social workers, psychologists, [Doug Ford] is adding police," said Muna Kadri, a teacher in the York Region District School Board & president of the @osstfd16t-ot.bsky.social 16th district.”

www.newmarkettoday.ca/local-news/y...

#OSSTF District 16 T/OT standing with our counterparts during the Policing-Free Schools rally to speak out against the totality of Bill 33.

Together we show our unity and determination to protect high-quality, publicly funded education for all students, from kindergarten to university!

Wonder why completing the #OSSTF Central Bargaining Survey is so important? Here’s why ⬇️ 📺

Check your weekly email for the survey link!

Calling All OSSTF/FEESO Members: Monday marks the return of MPPs to Queen’s Park — and the start of #RedForEd Week!

Wear red on Monday to show your support for high-quality, publicly funded education for all students, from kindergarten to university! ✊🏽

#OSSTF #FEESO #WalkInForEducation

"You cannot replace teachers and education workers with police in our schools."
#fundourschools #OSSTF

Coming Soon: Listen next week to #OSSTF D16 T/OT President Muna Kadri during the @tvotoday.bsky.social segment on providing curriculum instruction when it comes to political issues. We will post the link once it is released!

Interested in becoming more involved? Apply for the OSSTF D16 T/OT Interim VP At-Large vacancy and support the membership as part of the T/OT Executive and Council.

More information can be found on our websites homepage: www.osstfd16.on.ca

Alberta teachers are on strike because the Smith government has failed students & disrespected educators for FAR too long. #OSSTF & President Martha Hradowy stand with @albertateachers.bsky.social —your fight for respect + public education is our fight too! #Solidarity

It's board meeting night at the #YRDSB so for the next little while I will be posting updates in this thread.

If you are the only other person in the GTA not watching the Blue Jays game you can also tune into the board meeting here:

www.youtube.com/live/8AQmv-9...

OSSTF leads at the event.

OSSTF members running the registration table.

Applewood Farms worker working the merchandise booth.

OSSTF members and their family members posing for a picture.

A very big thank you to the #OSSTF D16 Status of Women Committee for organizing another successful Apple Picking Member Engagement Event which saw 100+ members and many additional family members attend this years event.

We look forward to joining us next year at Applewood Farms!

YouTube video by OSSTF World Teachers Day 2025

On #WorldTeachersDay, we celebrate the heart of public education — teachers ❤️

You inspire students, strengthen communities & shape Ontario’s future.

Despite challenges, you keep making lives better every day. Thank you from #OSSTF & President Martha Hradowy 🙌🏽

youtube.com/shorts/uYz9C...

Update your contact info We—OSSTF/FEESO members, our students, our communities—are being pushed to our limits. But we have a plan to win better. Make sure your contact info is up-to-date so you can join us every step of t...

Tell us what matters to YOU

#OSSTF Members: Take our Bargaining Priorities Survey & help shape a better future for you & your students.

You could win:
🎁 $250 gift card
🎁 $100 gift card
🎁 OSSTF Yeti mug

Check your email for the survey! Didn’t get it? Update your contact info here: bit.ly/3VoRuNk

A DAY TO LISTEN - The Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund In recognition of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30, the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund is proud to partner once again with major media outlets and radio stations throughout Canada to amplify Indigenous voices on A DAY TO LISTEN.

Tune in tomorrow, Sept 30, from 6AM–6PM local time for #ADayToListen w/ @downiewenjack.bsky.social.

This year’s theme, The Path Here, The Path Ahead, marks 10 yrs since the TRC’s Final Report and 94 Calls to Action. Learn more: downiewenjack.ca/a-day-to-lis...

#ReconciliACTION #NDTR #DoSomething

#OSSTF honours the children and Survivors of residential schools, their families, and communities. We reflect on Canada’s history, acknowledge ongoing injustices, and commit to meaningful action.

🖥️ Watch 'Remembering the Children: National Day for Truth and Reconciliation' at 3pm ET: bit.ly/4mTPYhz

Make Your Voice Heard District 16!

Fill out the survey today 📋

#OSSTF D16 Teachers & OTs joined @OPSEU today for the ALL OUT Solidarity Rally with College Support Staff!

SOLIDARITY in your fight for a fair contract and well funded colleges!!!

Take action now at:
opseu.org/saveourcolle...

Join the Status of Women Committee @ Applewood Farms!

Each D16 T/OT member can get 1 free ticket & 1 sm. bag for apple picking on Sat, Oct 4. Arrive from 10-11 AM to pick up your ticket. Extra tickets & items can be purchased at the farm.

Refer to Sept 17th email to register.

It's an exciting night, the first #YRDSB board meeting of the school year!

You can watch the meeting at this link or following along for updates in this thread:

www.youtube.com/live/XQAGHIq...

Calling OSSTF/FEESO members: Apply to be AQ course developers/writers for 2025–26. Opportunities for:
Special Ed (Parts 1, 2 & Specialist)
Guidance & Career Ed (Parts 1, 2 & Specialist)
First Nations, Métis & Inuit Studies (Parts 1, 2 & Specialist)

APPLY by Sept 15 - see D/BU #018/2025-26 for info!

Registration for online and remote night school programs is now open!

Visit our website to see course offerings and get registered today!

Learn more: www2.yrdsb.ca/schools-prog...

Nominate your Education Hero and they could WIN* This year, to celebrate our 50th Anniversary, we’re giving away 50 prizes of $500* to those who best exemplify the unique qualities of a hero. Nominate someone you know who is deserving today.

To celebrate 50 years of serving Ontario’s education community @EducatorsFG is giving away 50 prizes of $500* to education heroes across the province!

Nominate your hero today at bit.ly/41GaQRq

#EFGtips #OSSTF

A warm welcome back to York #OSSTF members at regular start sites in #YRDSB who are "Back to School" today!

We wish you a great school year ahead and our district office is open if you have any questions we can assist you with.

A warm welcome back to York OSSTF members at the 5 secondary sites in #YRDSB who are "Back to School" today!

We wish you a great year ahead and our District 16 Office is currently staffed if you have any questions we can assist with via phone or email.

That’s a wrap for day 1 of York Pride! It was great seeing many members out supporting the 2SLGBTQIA+ community in York Region!

Thank you to OSSTF caucus leads Marrick & Jo-Ann for planning OSSTF participation this year!

We’re back tomorrow (Sun) all day and look forward to seeing you!

Happy Pride York Region!

Happy Pride York Region 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

Come join us in Newmarket to celebrate Pride in York Region this Sat & Sun! Our booth is open both days so be sure to come visit. The parade is today (sat) at 6PM.

Full details are on the homepage of our website www.osstfd16.on.ca

📢 Vacancy Alert 📢

The D16 T/OT has an Interim (1yr) Vacancy for the role of T/OT 'First Negotiator & Staffing Officer'.

Please follow the directions in the June 4th Weekly Email or on our website. Deadline to express interest: June 10th at 12 Noon. osstfd16.on.ca