Back-to-school season is here! While a new school year brings so much excitement, it also means pouring your time and energy into the students whose lives you help shape every day. Education is incredibly rewarding and meaningful work, but it can also be mentally and physically demanding. This year, get ahead of burnout and make time to choose yourself.

For a limited time, eligible education professionals can receive:

20% OFF 5 OR 10 PUSH PASSES

OR

20% OFF THE FIRST THREE MONTHS OF A MEMBERSHIP

HOW TO REDEEM:

1. Download the PUSH Indoor Cycling app here: APPLE or GOOGLE
2. Create an account.
3. Add your desired pricing option—either a 5 or 10 PUSH Pass or a membership—to your cart.
4. Apply the coupon code BACK2SCHOOL at checkout to receive your discount.

This offer is available until September 14th, 2026, and is intended exclusively for eligible education professionals.

For more information about PUSH, our class options, and what to expect, please visit our website here: https://www.pushindoorcyclingstudio.ca/

The Lianne Wyatt Member Benevolent Fund is available to assist ETFO members in a time of financial crisis.

To apply, you must be an active member in good standing, experiencing financial hardship, and meet the requirements of the fund guidelines. Under the fund, members may apply for a lifetime maximum grant of $5,000.

Requests will only be accepted using the online application form. Please do not email applications or personal documentation. More information can be found at members.etfo.ca.

AOTL members follow the same timetable of the absent teacher who is being replaced. This includes supervisory duties and preparation periods.

Should an administrator direct you to teach through your regularly-scheduled prep time, let us know.

With the challenging weather conditions, we want to remind everyone of the Inclement Weather Policy outlined in our collective agreement that applies to both Daily OTs and LTO teachers.

In the event of severe weather conditions resulting in the cancellation of buses:

• Occasional Teachers are expected to make a reasonable effort to report to work.
• If unable to report to work due to weather conditions, notify your immediate supervisor as soon as possible.
• Continue to make reasonable efforts throughout the day to report to your assigned work site or an alternate site.
• There will be no loss of pay or sick leave, provided these requirements are followed.

Your safety is of utmost importance.  If you encounter dangerous conditions, please use your judgment and prioritize your well-being.  Ensure you communicate promptly with your supervisor if you cannot safely travel to work.

If you have questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to the Local office.