Since 2002, teachers and education workers in Ontario’s public high schools, elementary schools and universities have published and shared their ideas on how to ensure that public education helps our children reach their full potential. These ideas originate with teachers and education workers who have daily contact with students and are developed by seasoned educators and advocates for public education.

Over the years, many of the ideas have been adopted by Ontario’s government and real progress has been made.

“Our Students. Our Future.” is designed to encourage continued discussion of the key issues affecting the quality of public education in Ontario. Our goal is to ensure that parents, government, schools, teachers and educational workers continue to work together to make positive changes so that public education works for Ontario.

Give every student a strong understanding of what it means to be a good citizen

What needs to be done:

  • Provide opportunities for students to learn about different cultures and build respect for one another.
  • Provide opportunities for a wide range of experiences – arts, sports, music, technology.
  • Encourage the integration of all students into our society.
  • Provide the services and support needed to promote good mental health, strong character and effective life skills.