As educators, you know that the key to improving student outcomes in our education system goes far beyond an increase in funding. It is not enough to simply increase funding. The real solution resides in a solid commitment to ensure public education funding is adequate, equitable and predictable.
Ask the candidates at your door whether their party will properly invest in students so the education system can effectively respond to growing needs.
Here are some important questions that need to be answered by anyone running in the upcoming election.
- What are your top priorities for improving public education?
- What is your plan to provide adequate funding for all public schools?
- How would you help schools recruit and retain highly qualified teachers?
- What is the role of schools in teaching children about topics such as: gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, cyber-safety, mental health and wellness, bullying etc.?
- How will you improve working conditions for educators?