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N.B. government reviewing labour board's order to rescind school layoff notices
N.B. government reviewing labour board's order to rescind school layoff notices

CTV News

time05-08-2025

  • Business
  • CTV News

N.B. government reviewing labour board's order to rescind school layoff notices

Many New Brunswick librarians are uncertain if they will have jobs in September. Laid off library workers and school support staff in New Brunswick are still unclear about their future, a week after an order was issued for their pink slips to be rescinded. The New Brunswick Labour and Employment Board found the provincial government didn't bargain in good faith with the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) earlier this year when it 'failed in its duty to disclose government decisions that would and did have a significant impact on the negotiations process.' The board ordered the province rescind layoff notices, as well as rescind the decision to reduce working hours for school administrative assistants, until the ratification of a tentative agreement. A total of 69 workers in Anglophone School District West were issued layoff notices in April, including: 32 library workers 19 education assistants 10 administrative assistants seven district administrative support staff members one student attendant Layoff notices were also sent to 13 full-time and five part-time library workers in Anglophone School District South, with District scolaire francophone Sud also confirming lay off notices. Theresa McAllister, president of CUPE Local 2745 Educational Support Staff, said the union hasn't heard anything directly from the provincial government since the board's order was issued. 'I know I have some feelers out there trying to find out some information as to how and when we start to move forward,' says McAllister. Education Minister Claire Johnson responded to the board's order on Friday, telling reporters she had no new information to share with affected workers. A written statement from the department on Monday said it would 'be taking time to review' the board's decision without offering a timeline on when that might be completed. When layoff notices were first issued this past spring, Johnson said every school district was being directed to prioritize money for literacy and numeracy skills while finding $43 million in savings. In June, the province budgeted an additional $14.6 million for school districts but didn't tie the money to hiring back laid off workers. Interim Progressive Conservative Leader Glen Savoie says the labour and employment board's decision is clear, questioning what exactly that government has to review. '(The provincial government) has been found guilty in a sense,' says Savoie. 'So here we are, now having to wait, while the government decides whether or not it wants to take responsibility.' Green Party Leader David Coon says the provincial government is trying to delay the inevitable. 'I don't understand why they're treating it as complicated, it's very straightforward,' says Coon. 'I don't see what choice they really have here.' School library Students sit in a school library. (CTV News) For more New Brunswick news, visit our dedicated provincial page.

Province announces list of schools with new fall schedules
Province announces list of schools with new fall schedules

Hamilton Spectator

time23-06-2025

  • General
  • Hamilton Spectator

Province announces list of schools with new fall schedules

Pilot project aims to 'strengthen school staff experitse' through revised calendar Students in six District of Carleton North schools will be on a new calendar this fall. The pilot project will begin in September, providing approximately two professional learning days per month for staff at 37 anglophone schools in the province. Schools in the Anglophone School District–West that are included in the project are: • Bath Community School • Bristol Elementary School • Carleton North High School • Florenceville Middle School • Florenceville Elementary School • Centreville Community School 'This pilot reflects what we've heard clearly from teachers: they need more time to work together, reflect on student progress and strengthen their practice,' said Education and Early Childhood Development Minister Claire Johnson. 'By investing in the people who make the greatest difference in the classroom, students benefit.' Schools participating in the pilot project were chosen after the district surveyed parents on the new calendar option. The pilot allows time for professional improvement, reflection and collaboration and is in response to a request from Anglophone school districts and the New Brunswick Teachers' Association. It is also the result of work associated with the long-term recommendation project team and reflects a shared commitment to strengthening teaching and learning across the province. Participating schools will have a revised calendar with up to 10 professional learning days, dedicating up to two days per month to professional learning, targeted teacher training, collaboration and planning. These days will fall on Fridays to support routine and minimize family disruption. 'We're encouraged by the enthusiasm of the communities stepping forward to take part in this pilot, which has the potential to transform how school staff collaborate to support student achievement and well-being,' said New Brunswick Teachers' Association president Peter Legacy. 'Providing schools with dedicated time to focus on student learning will strengthen outcomes and give New Brunswick a competitive advantage.' Students in participating schools will receive the same learning time as those in provinces with the best results on recent national and international assessments . School districts are beginning to collaborate with local organizations to identify childcare and recreation options for families on professional learning days. The pilot is part of a broader strategy to improve student achievement, retain and recruit educators, and create more positive and inclusive learning environments. Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .

37 N.B. schools will have two professional development days per month under pilot program
37 N.B. schools will have two professional development days per month under pilot program

CTV News

time20-06-2025

  • General
  • CTV News

37 N.B. schools will have two professional development days per month under pilot program

Harbour View High School is seen in Saint John, N.B., on June 20, 2025. It's one of 37 schools that will be included in a pilot program this September, where two professional learning days a month will be provided for staff. (Nick Moore/CTV Atlantic) A pilot project beginning in September will provide about two professional learning days per month for staff at 37 anglophone schools in New Brunswick. Education and Early Childhood Education Minister Claire Johnson said the pilot program will allow time for 'professional improvement, reflection and collaboration.' The professional learning days will be held on Fridays 'to support routine and minimize disruption to families,' said the New Brunswick government in a news release. The province says school districts is collaborating with local organizations to identify child-care and recreation options for families on those days. Johnson said the pilot program is in response to a request from anglophone school districts and the New Brunswick Teachers' Association. 'This pilot reflects what we've heard clearly from teachers: they need more time to work together, reflect on student progress and strengthen their practice,' said Johnson. Participating schools will have a revised calendar that includes up to 10 professional training days. Schools participating in the pilot program include: Anglophone School District West • Bath Community School • Bristol Elementary School • Carleton North High School • Florenceville Middle School • Florenceville Elementary School • Centreville Community School Anglophone North School District • Napan Elementary School • Nelson Rural School • King Street Elementary School • Dr. Losier Middle School • James M. Hill High School • Parkwood Heights Elementary School • Terry Fox Elementary School • Superior Middle School • Bathurst High School • Miramichi Rural School Anglophone South School District • Sir James Dunn Academy • Vincent Massey Elementary • Harbour View High School • Saint John High School • St. Malachy's Memorial High School • Simonds High School • Fairvale Elementary School • Rothesay High School • Kennebecasis Valley High School • Quispamsis Middle School Anglophone East School District • Harrison Trimble High School • Queen Elizabeth School • Beaverbrook School • Magnetic Hill School • Birchmount School • Maplehurst School • Northrop Frye School • Havelock School • Petitcodiac Regional School • Salisbury Elementary School • Salisbury Regional School More to come… For more New Brunswick news, visit our dedicated provincial page.

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