In this thread we’ll feature all 9 of our demands for 🚀 #SafeSeptember

This was a collab with OFPE & @OntEdWorkers. We integrated community demands from orgs like @LAENToronto, @fairwagesnow, @PoBCAdvocate, @Fix_Our_Schools, & more. We are indebted to their activism ♥️! #onted
Every decision the Ford government makes about community re-opening must prioritize #SafeSeptember. We have a collective responsibility to our kids to get this right.
Demand 1: 🔆Fully-funded 5-day in-class learning with 15 or smaller cohorts.

We don’t want 5-day “no matter what”. We want school prioritized, funded, & fully-planned so that kids & ed workers are safe.

We want legislation that enables parents to stay home when needed. #onted
Demand 2: 🔆Funded, safe before- and after-school childcare that enables students to remain in their school cohorts.

H/t @ChildCareON and their stellar report https://www.childcareontario.org/from_reopening_to_recovery_a_plan

#SafeSeptember #onted #onpoli
Demand 3: 🔆Safe Buildings.

Years of underfunding mean that our schools are often in unsafe condition without the additional pressures of a pandemic.

We need to hire more custodians, buy PPE, and ensure supplies, fixtures & ventilation support safety.

H/t: @Fix_Our_Schools
Demand 4: 🔆Funding for Health & Wellbeing.

COVID is still circulating, & pandemic living has not been easy on children. Many will be coming to school with needs connected to their experience during this time.

We must meet needs powerfully with staff & programs. #SafeSeptember
Demand 5: 🔆Student Support!

We expect @fordnation & @Sflecce to provide funding for increased social/learning supports, including more EAs, social workers, & CYWs.

#SafeSeptember #onted #onpoli
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