I am honestly stunned to share that we succeeded in restoring the staffing levels at our school. This outcome belongs entirely to the people who cared enough to sign and keep the pressure on when things felt uncertain. We have a win today, so please take a moment to celebrate …
April 15, 2022
Final supporters
City View, like other Middle Alternative Schools in the TDSB, has had major staff cuts. These cuts, which went from 4 teachers to 2.5 teachers, raise profound equity issues and have grievously impaired the ability to run the school effectively, placing an impossible burden on the 2.5 teachers there.
For example, without a reasonable number of staff, programming normally provided for well-being and equity are severely compromised. That means significantly less supports and resources for Special Education and much needed mental health initiatives, especially in this time of Covid. That means diminished capacity to support students as they transition into high school. And that means no extracurriculars, including clubs that support community building and mental health for BIPOC and LGBTQ2S students and their allies. These are all critical components to an equitable education, nurturing meaningful connections and augmenting civic responsibility.
There is also a significant impact on our teachers, as they are overstretched and risk burn out in trying to fill the role of 4 people. It is not sustainable and our students and teachers are paying a very high cost.
We are seeking to increase the staffing back up to 3 from 2.5. Three staff is a bare minimum, so teachers can provide students with a rich and diverse learning environment that supports all types of learners and needs. Let's work together to advocate for a return to an adequate number of teachers at City View Alternative and the other intermediate Alternative Schools at the TDSB, which include Quest, Horizon, Delta, EAST and Spectrum.
Please show your support by signing the petition. And share with your networks so they can add their support too!
Sincerely,
Grade 7 & 8 Students and Families at City View Alternative School
Updates
Reached 250 supporters
February 13, 2022
February 10, 2022
I am honestly overwhelmed by how many people care about our teachers and students. If you could send this link to a few more people today, we might finally reach that next milestone together.
Reached 100 supporters
February 7, 2022
68 Comments
The alternative school I’m attending has changed my life! Because of its amazing teachers and students I have been able to forget the stressful days of trying to be cool and fit in at my old school.
Alternative schools are immensely important for inclusivity. They provide a safe and welcoming place for all kids. Cuts to teacher allotment at City View, means less resource support for kids with IEPs. As a parent of an LGBTQ kid with an LD, these cuts deeply impact our kid's ability to attend a school where she will feel 100% accepted and safe.
As a parent of a grade 6 student looking for alternative grade 7 options, I’m shocked at how understaffed the alternative middle schools are. We need an array of choices in education, and it’s important to staff and find them to succeed.
I see the difference of 3.5 or 4 teachers at Delta for my son in 2018, down to 2.5 for my daughter at Delta now. It makes a difference. That combined with Covid restrictions makes school a lot less engaging. Increase the number of teachers.
My child has an IEP and does not get adequate support in the school at the current staffing level - City View and other alternative schools need adequate staffing to support all learners - from one I understand - Equity, Well-being and Achievement are the pillars of the TDSB - accommodating students with IEPs seems to fall under all three.
Our alternative school made a massive difference in our child's interest and effort in school. They're very important and should be properly staffed and funded
Support these students and teachers! They are already working with so little, and asking for the bare minimum.
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I am honestly stunned to share that we succeeded in restoring the staffing levels at our school. This outcome belongs entirely to the people who cared enough to sign and keep the pressure on when things felt uncertain. We have a win today, so please take a moment to celebrate …
April 15, 2022
Final supporters
City View, like other Middle Alternative Schools in the TDSB, has had major staff cuts. These cuts, which went from 4 teachers to 2.5 teachers, raise profound equity issues and have grievously impaired the ability to run the school effectively, placing an impossible burden on the 2.5 teachers there.
For example, without a reasonable number of staff, programming normally provided for well-being and equity are severely compromised. That means significantly less supports and resources for Special Education and much needed mental health initiatives, especially in this time of Covid. That means diminished capacity to support students as they transition into high school. And that means no extracurriculars, including clubs that support community building and mental health for BIPOC and LGBTQ2S students and their allies. These are all critical components to an equitable education, nurturing meaningful connections and augmenting civic responsibility.
There is also a significant impact on our teachers, as they are overstretched and risk burn out in trying to fill the role of 4 people. It is not sustainable and our students and teachers are paying a very high cost.
We are seeking to increase the staffing back up to 3 from 2.5. Three staff is a bare minimum, so teachers can provide students with a rich and diverse learning environment that supports all types of learners and needs. Let's work together to advocate for a return to an adequate number of teachers at City View Alternative and the other intermediate Alternative Schools at the TDSB, which include Quest, Horizon, Delta, EAST and Spectrum.
Please show your support by signing the petition. And share with your networks so they can add their support too!
Sincerely,
Grade 7 & 8 Students and Families at City View Alternative School
Updates
Reached 250 supporters
February 13, 2022
February 10, 2022
I am honestly overwhelmed by how many people care about our teachers and students. If you could send this link to a few more people today, we might finally reach that next milestone together.
Reached 100 supporters
February 7, 2022
68 Comments
The education my 2 children received at their alternative middle school, meant a meaningful educational environment and fostered more informed, and engaged citizens. Funding for these schools is essential not only for our students but our communities.
The alternative school I’m attending has changed my life! Because of its amazing teachers and students I have been able to forget the stressful days of trying to be cool and fit in at my old school.
Alternative schools are immensely important for inclusivity. They provide a safe and welcoming place for all kids. Cuts to teacher allotment at City View, means less resource support for kids with IEPs. As a parent of an LGBTQ kid with an LD, these cuts deeply impact our kid's ability to attend a school where she will feel 100% accepted and safe.
As a parent of a grade 6 student looking for alternative grade 7 options, I’m shocked at how understaffed the alternative middle schools are. We need an array of choices in education, and it’s important to staff and find them to succeed.
I see the difference of 3.5 or 4 teachers at Delta for my son in 2018, down to 2.5 for my daughter at Delta now. It makes a difference. That combined with Covid restrictions makes school a lot less engaging. Increase the number of teachers.
My child has an IEP and does not get adequate support in the school at the current staffing level - City View and other alternative schools need adequate staffing to support all learners - from one I understand - Equity, Well-being and Achievement are the pillars of the TDSB - accommodating students with IEPs seems to fall under all three.
Our alternative school made a massive difference in our child's interest and effort in school. They're very important and should be properly staffed and funded
Support these students and teachers! They are already working with so little, and asking for the bare minimum.
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The education my 2 children received at their alternative middle school, meant a meaningful educational environment and fostered more informed, and engaged citizens. Funding for these schools is essential not only for our students but our communities.