People for Education is leading a conversation, both in Ontario and nationally, about the purpose, value and future of universal public education. Connect with us and keep the conversation about public education going.
Media releases
People for Education calls on government to convene a “Partnership Table”
Ontario needs a coherent and comprehensive plan for the next steps in the education system. To accomplish this, the province should constitute a tasks force leaders from all the major education organizations.
New Report Calls for Delay in Implementing E-Learning
Report recommends changes to funding and policy for technology in Ontario schools
Is it time to re-define the basics? New campaign supports change in education
People for Education has launched a campaign to promote The New Basics - 5 areas of essential skills and competencies for long-term success.
New report calls for coherence and caution in education changes
People for Education's 2018 Annual report on Ontario’s schools focuses on need for education “ecosystem”.
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The St. Thomas Times-Journal: Will rural push to break away from Thames Valley District school board gain traction?
Elgin County is exploring the possibility of forming its own county school board.
The Globe and Mail: Vancouver teacher is schooling educators on the value of inclusive classrooms
Shelley Moore has used her experience, both as a teacher and a person with a learning disability, to guide other teachers in how to support children with complex and diverse needs.
CBC News: Promised PC spending cuts loom large for Ontario educators at Toronto conference
CBC News interviewed participants at People for Education's 2018 conference about education policy and funding in Ontario.
Toronto Star: World’s top teacher shares a lesson in compassion
A feature story on Maggie MacDonnell, the keynote speaker at our 2018 annual conference, and the winner of the $1 million Global Teacher Prize in 2017.
Camões Radio: Interview with Christine Schandl
Christine Schandl, People for Education's Research Manager, talks about our research, our annual survey, and the future of public education.