RE: STF Job Action Update

Dear NWSD Families,

On Tuesday, February 13 the Saskatchewan Teacher's Federation (STF) declared an impasse in bargaining and announced the resumption of sanctions. There will be a rotating strike on Friday, February 16, impacting only certain school divisions. This action DOES NOT include teachers in Northwest School Division.

This means there will be school on Friday, February 16.

The STF also announced a one-day withdrawal of noon-hour supervision PROVINCE-WIDE on Friday, February 16.

This means there will be no classroom teachers supervising noon hours across NWSD on Friday, February 16. Supervision will be provided by non-teaching staff and/or parent/community members. If you are an approved volunteer, and can help with noon supervision on Friday, please contact your local school.

We are asking families, if possible, to arrange to have their children go home for noon hour on that day. Though supervision is being provided, it would be helpful to those who are filling the role to have fewer students than would typically stay for lunch on this day.

NWSD respects the collective bargaining process and continues to be hopeful for a resolution.

We want to thank you for your understanding and support as we strive to keep you informed. We will continue to provide updates as needed through Edsby, email, and our website, www.nwsd.ca.

Sincerely,

Duane Hauk
Director of Education, Northwest School Division