Equity

This edition challenges us to reflect on the state of our public schools, the well-being of students and the professional conditions of educators.

Cynthia Roulston’s powerful account of overcrowded classrooms lays bare the human cost of underfunding our public schools.

Jennifer Pinder’s call to rewrite the story of special education underscores the gap between policy promises and classroom realities.

In Ontario, the fight for gender equity has always been deeply connected to the labour movement.

The global theme for this year’s International Women’s Day (IWD), “Accelerate Action,” resonates deeply with me.

The election of Doug Ford’s Conservatives to a third-term majority government has many in labour, community, climate and social justice groups deeply concerned.

Kim Brown writes about getting the technology and accommodations she needed to succeed as an occasional teacher.

Colleen Elep and Chad Mills consider why diverse representations of the outdoors matter and what educators can do to make sure they are inclusive of all their students.

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

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