Legislative Update – December 16, 2022

The Legislative Assembly of Ontario has risen for Winter Recess with Members of Provincial Parliament returning on February 21, 2023. 

BOOK NOW – Public Education Symposium (PES)

OPSBA is looking forward to the Public Education Symposium which will be held January 26 to 28 in Toronto. We have experienced unprecedented demand and the conference is now sold out. For program information and to join the waitlist, please visit the PES website.  We urge you to book now to secure the group rate.

ROMA 2023 Conference: Breaking New Ground – January 23-24, 2023

The 2023 ROMA Annual General Meeting and Conference will be held in-person for the first time in two years at the Sheraton Centre Hotel in downtown Toronto. OPSBA President Cathy Abraham will be attending to represent the Association and to connect with key stakeholders about rural education issues. For more information about the program and to register, visit Rural Ontario Municipal Association (ROMA).

Updates to Computer Studies and Tech-Ed Curriculum

The Minister of Education has announced updates to the Computer Studies and Technological Education curriculums. The two new curriculum changes are:

  • A new Computer Studies curriculum, beginning with a new Grade 10 course to be implemented in September 2023.
  • A new Technological Education curriculum, beginning with revised Grade 9 and Grade 10 courses to be offered in September 2024.

To view the news release, visit Ontario Modernizing Computer Studies and Tech-Ed Curriculum to Ensure Students Are Prepared for the Jobs of the Future

The Ministry memo sent to the sector that includes more details on the implementation of the updates and the supports for educators that will include training and resources, including webinars, classroom-ready resources, and parent guides.

Other News Releases and Information

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