Classroom

In Episode 11 of Season 2 of Elementary: A Podcast from the Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario, a panel of three students talked about how their elementary education gave them the tools they need for their work to protect the planet.

Tina Zita reflects on creating opportunities for her students to represent themselves.

Nicole Netherway explains why the makerspace is the perfect environment to foster adaptive and creative thinking.

Sue Ducau writes about the benefits of integrating well-being into every day classroom practices.

Jey Plourde shares strategies educators can use to challenge stereotypes and assumptions about gender identity.

In a recent episode of the ETFO podcast Elementary, ETFO members Barry Van Dompseler and Melissa Sky discussed how educators can work to create supportive, inclusive environments.

The winter issue of Voice comes on the heels of one of the longest rounds of bargaining in ETFO’s history.

Teri-Lyn Flemming considers the value of integrating an environmental focus and the art of storytelling into curriculum areas from STEM to Social Studies.

Chad Mills reflects on why public schools need more Black educators.