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State health official, teachers, opposition baffled by premier s announcement By: Carol Sanders and Larry Kusch | Posted: 7:00 PM CDT Thursday, Apr. 29, 2021 Save to Read Later
Manitoba teachers and a North Dakota health official were caught off guard Thursday when Premier Brian Pallister announced that school staff in this province would soon be able to cross the border to get vaccinated in North Dakota.
Manitoba teachers and a North Dakota health official were caught off guard Thursday when Premier Brian Pallister announced that school staff in this province would soon be able to cross the border to get vaccinated in North Dakota.
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The province is expanding its cross-border vaccination partnership with North Dakota, a plan announced last week that will soon include eligibility for teachers and other education staff to cross the border and get a dose of vaccine.
But the news isnât sitting very well with the union that represents more than 16,000 teachers across Manitoba.
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Premier Brian Pallister announced the expansion to the program, which already includes truck drivers, during a press conference on Friday. Details were scant, with the premier suggesting the logistics are still being developed.
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Minister of Education Cliff Cullen unveiled Bill 64, a massive overhaul of the Manitoba K-12 education system, on March 15 at the Manitoba legislature.
Last month, the provincial government released the results of its long-awaited K-12 Education Review. While much will be made about the stated goals of “modernizing,” “reforming” and searching for “efficiencies,” the effects of the Public Schools Modernization Act will be both anti-democratic and discriminatory.
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Last month, the provincial government released the results of its long-awaited K-12 Education Review. While much will be made about the stated goals of modernizing, reforming and searching for efficiencies, the effects of the Public Schools Modernization Act will be both anti-democratic and discriminatory.
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Backgrounder Nine outstanding Manitoba educators have been recognized for their dedication as recipients of the annual Excellence in Education Awards, Education Minister Cliff Cullen announced today. “This year, perhaps more than ever, shows how dedicated Manitoba’s teachers are and the tremendous, tireless effort they put in daily,” said Cullen. “I’m pleased to recognize these educators who make the extra effort and make such a difference in their schools, communities and recognizing their focus on putting students first.” April 19 marks the first day of Education Week, recognizing the contributions of educators across the province. The awards recognize the excellent work teachers and school leaders put into helping students reach their full potential by using innovative teaching methods and new approaches.