Black History Month exists to remind us all of the rich contributions within our society from people of African and Caribbean decent, and of their ongoing struggle for equity and social justice. Teachers have the opportunity to engage their students, not only during this month but throughout the school year, on recognizing the strengths and resiliency of communities that historically have been marginalized, as well examining issues of racism and the impact of discrimination on these communities.​

2021 Black History Month Poster

The 2021 ETFO Black History Month Poster (artist Leone McComas) explores how the commonly used and accepted map of our world is not accurate and rooted in bias and colonialism.

As the Mae Jemison quote captures: “Never be limited by other people’s limited imaginations.”

The Ontario College of Teachers has released a new Professional Advisory: Professional Boundaries – An Advisory for Ontario Certified Teachers.

Released October 1, 2020, the new advisory on professional boundaries highlights parameters that should inform teachers’ judgement and professional practice and defines the professional boundaries teachers must maintain with students.