CESD ATA Local 17

Check out the most recent Worth Knowing Information on the Members Only Site. Click the link in our bio to head there quickly. #WorthKnowing #WorthSharing #WeAreATA

Specialist councils are turning 65! ATA active and associate members: Renew your council memberships or sign-up for new councils before April 17 to be entered into a draw for $650 courtesy of Belairdirect. The more councils you’re in—the more chance to win! #WeAreATA

Its Education Week! Every Child, Every Classroom, Everyday #ISupportPublicEducation #EducationWeek #WeAreATA

Learn about upcoming teacher exchange opportunities Session dates Tuesday, April 14 and Tuesday, May 26

Join educational leaders from around the world in the beautiful world heritage location of Banff, Alberta, at Canada’s premier conference for school-based leaders, district-level leaders, and provincial and state education leaders. Sunday, April 19 – Tuesday, April 21, 2026

Want a say in the our Local Logo? Vote for your favourite design. Check your email or click the link in our Bio to vote. Voting closes April 30th. Thank you to all the staff and students in CESD that submitted a design!

Violence and aggression in schools is a growing concern across Canada. The Canadian Teachers’ Federation will explore this complex issue during a live, national panel discussion next Tuesday, April 14. Find out more and register online.

Sound Check, 1-2 April 7, 2026 The ATA Fine Arts Council welcomes Aaron Wicks for an online workshop. Is your mic always too loud or not loud enough? Wondering how to amplify your school concerts, musicals, or assemblies without feedback drama? Register online

This week, we celebrate our incredible substitute teachers! Thank you for your flexibility, dedication, and the positive impact you make when it matters most 💛 Happy Substitute Teacher Appreciation Week! 🍎✨

What would make your classroom more manageable? Add a comment or DM us to add your story. #FundPublicEducation

Demystifying Score Study (Band) Tuesday March 24, 2026 The ATA Fine Arts Council welcomes Jolene Wong for this virtual workshop. Register on the ATA Website.

Understanding Your Pension In this virtual retirement session, find out about pension plans, personal savings and other available retirement income sources available to teachers. Session: March 18, 2026 Register on the ATA Website

Check out the most recent articles on the ATA website. #WorthKnowing

Feeling Creative? We are looking for someone to design our new logo! The contest is open to all Chinook's Edge Employees and Students of Chinook's Edge. Deadline: March 31st Send your design to local17ata@gmail.com See the poster for more details.

Friday, March 6 – Saturday, March 7, 2026 Register for the conference on the ATA Website

This problem can be fixed. Fund Public Education. #ProgressNotPromises

Public Education is for Everyone. #SupportPublicEducation #FundPublicEducation

Things have not changed since the strike. Support is needed now more than ever. #ProgressNotPromises #StopTheExcuses