Upcoming Events

OSSTF Teachers' Paint Night
Mar
27

OSSTF Teachers' Paint Night

Bring your teacher friends with you for a chill evening of painting and refreshments with OSSTF!

You'll get step-by-step instructions on creating your masterpiece in a relaxed environment where you can decompress and express yourself.

All materials will be provided - the event is totally free!

Spots are limited so sign up now!

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Professor Neil - Masculinity: What Helps, What Hurts, What's Next
Apr
8

Professor Neil - Masculinity: What Helps, What Hurts, What's Next

  • Kitchener Public Library Central Branch Theatre (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

The D24 Status of Women Committee presents: Professor Neil Shyminsky. Professor Neil is a social media influencer known for thoughtful, down-to-earth conversations about masculinity. With more than 400,000 followers on TikTok, Neil brings a relatable and fresh approach to topics that matter. Neil explores what toxic masculinity really means, why it sparks debate, where harmful behaviours come from, and how to recognise healthier forms of masculinity. He also asks whether the term still helps us, and what we should use instead. REGISTER HERE!

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Building Confidence & Classroom Presence Workshop for Occasional Teachers
Mar
3

Building Confidence & Classroom Presence Workshop for Occasional Teachers

Ready to feel more confident on your next assignment? This 1.5-hour workshop is facilitated by Learning Services staff and is packed with quick-win strategies for the occasional classroom.

In this session: we'll focus on simple ways to establish a welcoming learning environment and provide a few classroom management tips you can use right away.

Connect with peers over a light meal, compliments of OSSTF. To ensure everyone is accommodated, please notify Darryl Weber of any food allergies.

Register here!

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OSSTF CURLING - Mixed Open Bonspiel
Feb
21

OSSTF CURLING - Mixed Open Bonspiel

REGISTER HERE!

Teams of 4 teachers from the same school site (+ up to 2 alternates)

1 participant MUST have curling experience or participate in Learn to Curl

INCLUDES: 2 games per team, loaner equipment + optional Learn to Curl instruction, dinner + 2 drink tickets

COST: Completely free! (no deposit)

Schedule:

3:30: Learn to Curl Registration

4 - 5: Learn to Curl

4:30 Registration for non-learners

5 - 6:30: Curling Round 1

6:30 - 7:15: Dinner

7:15 - 8:45: Curling Round 2

8:45: Social Hour

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Educators Financial Group Drop-In Social
Feb
13

Educators Financial Group Drop-In Social

Join us for a Friday-the-13th social designed to make financial planning a little less intimidating and a lot more fun.

Drop in anytime from 5 - 8 pm! There won't be a formal presentation, so just enjoy a drink on us while you ask questions about taking a leave, buying a home, planning ahead, and making the most of your career.

No superstition here - just practical advice, good company, and helpful insights to set you up for success. Refreshments will be provided!

Register here!

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Retirement Workshop
Feb
11

Retirement Workshop

OSSTF D24 Teachers’ Retirement Workshop - Come out to the Schwaben Club and learn about the local retirement process, OTPP details from our Provincial OSSTF representative and financial considerations from EFG. Members are encouraged to attend this workshop when they are in the final few years of their careers. Please register for this members only event here. Light snacks will be provided.

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Occasional Teachers' Committee: YOUR VOICE MATTERS!
Jan
14

Occasional Teachers' Committee: YOUR VOICE MATTERS!

All Secondary Occasional Teachers are invited to join us for Pepi's pizza, wings, Caesar salad, and a dessert at 3, followed by our meeting from 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm.  

Hear brief OSSTF reports from your OT Committee representatives AND share your Daily OT & LTO issues, concerns, and questions for further discussion/action.

Register here!

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Occasional Teachers' Winter Social
Dec
5

Occasional Teachers' Winter Social

Ready to roll the dice on a great time? Join us at the D24 office for an evening of friendly competition, laughter, and a wide variety of board games. Whether you’re a strategist, a social butterfly, or just in it for the snacks, there’s something for everyone.

After the games wrap up, we’ll head over to a local establishment to keep the fun going with some well-earned bites and brews. It’s the perfect chance to unwind, connect with fellow colleagues, and celebrate your efforts from the past year. 

Drink vouchers will be provided, courtesy of D24. Snacks, Pizza, and non-alcoholic refreshments will be provided at the D24 office. There is no cost to the event, but you must register in advance to attend. 

This event is open to OSSTF Daily Occasional Teachers and LTOs only. 

Register here!

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OSSTF Student Achievement Awards Arts Night
Nov
27

OSSTF Student Achievement Awards Arts Night

UPDATE: Event cancelled due to weather

Come to the District 24 Office on Thursday November 27 for our first annual Student Achievement Awards Arts Night Open House to celebrate the amazing pieces that have been submitted to the OSSTF Student Achievement Awards!

Drop in anytime from 6 - 8 pm to view, watch, read, and listen to the powerful work these students have created and enjoy some light refreshments.

All OSSTF members are welcome to come support and congratulate these young artists, writers, and performers on this very special night.

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Safe Neighbours
Nov
19

Safe Neighbours

D24 Status of Women Committee presents:

SAFE NEIGHBOURS

Do you want to be a safe person to someone who may be experiencing or using domestic violence?

Safe Neighbours is a community group that gives you the opportunity to gain tools and knowledge about how you can help neighbours. friends, and families if you suspect they are experiencing or using domestic violence.

Free of charge - sign up at this link

Facilitated by Women’s Crisis Services of Waterloo Region

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