Monthly Archives: September 2014

Posted on December 19, 2010by jimnelson806 TOP OPINION HEADLINE :  PRINCIPAL’S OFFICE: Dear parents, school ‘lists’ aren’t PRINCIPAL’S OFFICE: Dear parents, school ‘lists’ aren’t what’s important Editor’s note: This is the first of three back-to-school columns written by retired Tri-City … Continue reading →

The P.N.E. is over. Labour Day weekend is all that stands between summer indolence and the new leaves to be turned over by students beginning on Tuesday, the first day of school. It’s a time of unease, for students and … Continue reading →

Sure, it’s easy. Local governments  always got along quite well with  teachers. Here’s some strategies local governments used for years that provincial governments might consider employing. Embrace the idea that teachers are professionals, with special and valuable training and skills. Tell teachers … Continue reading →

The resolution of any collective bargaining conflict is difficult to evaluate until the dust settles, but there are some things we know already. (no pun intended) Clearly, teachers folded on wages. 7.25% over six years is a ridiculous, six year, … Continue reading →

Public education is a complex activity – too complex to be dismissed with inapt comparisons with what other workers do,earn, or deserve… Continue reading →

Buck Up Teachers It’s the end of picketing for the school year. You’re weary; with the year, the financial penalty, the fight and the disrespect. You’re committed; solidarity among teachers is good – we can’t let them continue to attack … Continue reading →

New rule; Everyone must stop saying; “ I want teachers to get a fair salary increase… as long as it’s affordable…” Because that’s not what they mean. Those who make this statement urging teachers to accept affordable salary increases, actually … Continue reading →