Teachers picketed public schools throughout South Bayview today. Most of the contingents were a small representation of the total staff. About a dozen teachers carried signs outside Rolph Road Elementary School for example. Elsewhere pickets said they were glad to be fighting for bargaining rights but some also said they would be happy to return to class tomorrow. At the office of former cabinet minister and Liberal leadership candidate Kathleen Wynne (inset) on Eglinton Ave E just west of Laird Dr a large group of noisy pickets heard speeches and waved to drivers who honked support. Notices on elementary school websites are commiserating with parents. This is the text of the notice on the Maurice Cody site: Dear families of Maurice Cody,
There have been many questions regarding the impending one day strike/walkout by Elementary Teachers of Toronto. The local media reported last night that Tuesday, December 18, 2013 schools in the Toronto District School Board will be closed to all students. Please go to the TDSB website for additional information regarding the one day strike. Many thanks for your patience and understanding through the labour action. Happy holidays to all and warm wishes for a very healthy and Happy New year.
