r/OntarioTeachers

What did your school/board do today to recognize your invaluable contributions to education? I’m retired now, but my favourite memory was the director sending a one sentence email to all staff at 9:00 pm when she finally realized what day it was. I think we also had apples in the staff room one year, but they were supplied by the union.

It's completely surreal! It just all feels like a dream to me, I am still in shock to be honest. For context, I graduated back in June of 2025, I had a couple of perm interviews here and there, so I didn't think much of this one. However, this afternoon, I got the call, and I just was blown away!

I'm also in DPCDSB, I'm not sure if this makes any difference or if this was a factor, but I did everything and anything to make myself hire able. I legit took 9 AQs since graduating. I was told from my other teachers from previous LTOS, that the principal who interviewed me, contacted their principal as well for reference.

The interview portion was relatively straightforward. One question on what type of educator and my philosophy, one on differentiating for students with diverse needs, another on faith formation and another of school curriculars.

I legit left that interview with no expectations, so I was surprised they reached back. It has been the most busy and the most emotional Monday, that's for sure!

AMA!

Not sure if this will help anyone here, but I know it can be trying to find a family doctor right now.

WELL Health just opened up a bunch of spots across Ontario — and I figured I’d share in case it helps someone get connected.

You can check if there’s a clinic near you and apply online here:

https://wellclinics.ca/accepting-new-patients/

Full disclosure, I’m connected to the network — but genuinely just want people to know this exists because I know so many folks have been stuck without a doctor for ages.

Feel free to ask questions if I can help explain the process.