We’ve started the year with sweltering temperatures and raging bushfires in many parts of the State. I hope that none of you have been affected by these terrible bushfires and that everyone enjoyed a relaxing break.
It will be a busy year with changes to curriculum, the recently announced curriculum review and the ongoing funding debate. Our battle for wages, salaries and conditions will continue throughout the year.
I extend a warm welcome to all of our newly arrived exchange teachers. I am sure that your stay will be memorable and that you will marvel at this beautiful country, make new friends and of course enjoy the students and staff in your schools.
I also welcome new members and first-year teachers and hope the IEU can assist you. Visit our website, make yourself known to your organiser and attend chapter and branch meetings.
To all of the valuable Chapter Reps, thank you in advance for taking on this position and for all the work that you do in our schools representing members. Without you it would make the IEU’s job more difficult.
The IEU’s PD program will again be available and will cover many and varied topics, so make sure you attend some of these events. The full list of topics, venues and dates can be found on the website or in Newsmonth.
I hope you all have a successful year and once again I look forward to working with you.