March Break

As you prepare for March Break, we hope you have a restful week away, time with family, friends and activities that bring you joy.

Peer Support Program for Members

We are partnering with Peer Support Canada (PSC) to develop a peer support program, starting with a pilot for two groups: individuals Assigned to Home (ATH) and Members from a specific region (TBD). To ensure the program meets your needs, we invite you to complete a brief anonymous survey (10-15 minutes) to share your input. PSC is also hosting one-on-one conversations, particularly for those with ATH experiences, to better understand their unique challenges. Your insights will help shape a supportive, confidential space for OPC Members.

The Register Magazine Available Now

The winter issue of The Register magazine is now available online! Read about the OPC’s advocacy work, navigating human rights complaints, school improvement and international exchanges. Read the issue or listen to it on YouTube.

Interested in writing an article or column for the magazine? Check out our submission guidelines and share your expertise with colleagues across the province.

Conference Call for Proposals – Share Your Expertise!

The OPCLeadLearn Conference Committee invites you to submit a proposal to deliver an online or onsite workshop at our annual conference on November 13-14 in Toronto. Submit your proposal by March 17 at 12:00 p.m. EST. All applicants will be notified by April 7. This is an opportunity to shape the conversation, share innovative strategies and inspire principals and vice-principals across Ontario. Your insights and leadership expertise are what will make this event exceptional!

Professional Learning Update

Check out our updated PL landing page. To support leaders at all stages, opportunities range from listening to 15-minute podcasts, joining a book club, to 125-hour Additional Qualification programs. You will be able to see all categories of our learning offerings at a glance. We hope to see you at a future learning opportunity!

Quote to Ponder

“If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader.” – John Quincy Adams

Media

• It starts with young people – Student Vote encourages youth engagement
• Schools need new approach to address substance use
• Which ridings changed in the provincial election?
• Using music to celebrate Black history
• Quebec education minister suggests extending religious symbol ban to more staff
• Is the school cellphone ban working?

Queen’s Park Update

The House has been dissolved until the new government announces a return date.