AlbertaTeachersAssociation

Its no secret that the ATA has informed its membership that a strike may be what it takes to bring the reality of their concerns to the Province and people of Alberta. Don't be surprised if, in the weeks and months ahead, we see and hear more from the ATA. In the meantime and while waiting, the Journal article below is a good introduction to what may be coming our way.

The new school year will be starting soon and with the new school year will be new policies regarding the use of cellphones in classrooms. President Jason Schilling of the Alberta Teachers’ Association says there is some confusion regarding the role of teachers in implementing the policies come September 1st while school divisions have until Jan. 1 to put their own policies and procedures on the books.