| MARCH 2020 | PROTECTING THE PUBLIC INTEREST |
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| | In this edition: | Therapy and counselling program | | Online resources for parents | | Register now for the College conference | | Celebrating great teaching |
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| | | Myth/fact | | Invite a speaker | | Come talk to us | | In the community |
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| Therapy and counselling program The College has introduced a program to help with the costs of therapy and counselling for students who have been sexually abused by teachers or involved in child pornography. |
| | | Online resources for parents The College’s brochure for parents is now available in several languages including Arabic, Ojibway and Chinese. Canadian Parents for French provides resources, activities and other tools for youth to learn and use French. Discover educational apps for students from K to 12 from our Apps Analysis. |
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| Register now for the College conference Registration for the College’s Inspiring Public Confidence conference on June 2–3, 2020, in Toronto, is now open. Hear thought-leaders provide their insights on the latest trends in professional regulation and protecting the public interest. . |
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| Myth/Fact Myth: Most students are immune to bullying in school or online. Fact: College research indicates that roughly six out of 10 students are victims of bullying, and only one in five report it to a teacher. See the College’s professional advice to teachers about responding to the bullying of students. |
| | | Invite a Speaker Looking for a speaker for your next school council meeting? The College connects you with experts on teaching standards and other topics related to protecting the public interest. This service is available free across Ontario. For more information, please email us. |
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| Come talk to us! Do you have a topic related to the College’s work or activities that you would like to present to our Council? Council invites public presentations at its quarterly meetings and at its annual meeting of members in June. |
| | | In the Community The College attends events to raise awareness about its role to protect the public, which includes protecting students and promoting the high standards that guide our members. Ontario Federation of Home School Associations Annual Conference, Brantford, Ont., April 3 Spring 2020 Baby Show, Toronto, April 4 – 5 Ottawa Parent & Child Expo, Ottawa, April 4 – 5 The Mama Expo & Fam Jam, Windsor, Ont., May 1 – 2 Bump, Baby & Toddler Expo, Jerseyville, Ont., May 23 – 24 |
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