UFLI Foundations, part of the science of reading

by Ann Webb

The DDSB has implemented the science of reading as the foundation of literacy programming. UFLI is an integral part of structured literacy in the classroom.

Please join your ETFO Durham OT local Professional Learning Committee in welcoming presenter, DDSB teacher Allison Theis for this super important workshop.

Feb 17, 2026 4:30pm –  6:30pm

DOTL Meeting Room, 1077 Boundary Rd., Oshawa

AI in Education – Part 2

by Site Admin
Join Ryan as he shares part 2 of his original fall AI workshop. He will continue opening up ways to integrate the DDSB supported Gemini platform into your classroom. Bring a device and prepare to be excited!
Imagine being able to speak on a DDSB approved resource in an interview! Come to this workshop and leave with the knowledge to do exactly that. AI is the way of the future, come and learn how it can help make your professional life easier.

When: Tuesday February 10, 2026

Time: 4:30 to 6:30pm

Where: DOTL office- 1077 Boundary Rd, Unit 107, Oshawa

AI in Educ. p2

Join Ryan as he shares part 2 of his original fall AI workshop. He will continue opening up ways to integrate the DDSB supported Gemini platform into your classroom.

Bring a device and prepare to be excited!

Imagine being able to speak on a DDSB approved resource in an interview! Come to this workshop and leave with the knowledge to do exactly that.

 

 

Constitutional Amendments

by Ann Webb

Constitutional Amendments are read in, discussed and voted on at the February General Meeting.

The DOTL Constitution is available on this website under Member Info.

Any amendments must be entered, duly seconded, and submitted on the appropriate form (found under Forms on this website), and submitted no later than February 6th, 2026.

If you need help wording your amendment, please reach out to us at info@etfodotl.com.

DOTL General Meeting and Dinner

Come to the meeting to help with the business of the Local. Consider amendments to our Constitution and the Financial Statement. Ask questions and have your say.

Stay for dinner and some fun! More information to follow.

Executive Meeting

by Ann Webb

January 21, 2026 4:30 – 7:00 pm

Members wishing to attend as observers should contact Ann Webb at info@etfodotl.com.

Please note: some portion of this meeting may be held “in camera” and observers will be asked to leave the room.

Indigenous Education – An evening of Learning

by Ann Webb

The Indigenous Education Elementary Curriculum team invites you to an evening of learning. We will explore who Indigenous Peoples are on this land we now call Canada and practice introducing texts in a culturally respectful way. We will discuss the concepts of Story Work and peruse some resources to support embedding Indigenous Education in teaching practices.

Tuesday January 20, 2026 4:30 – 6:30 pm

Durham District School Board Head office- room 1D

Culturally Responsive and Relevant Pedagogy (CRRP)

by Ann Webb

ETFO presenter Manprit Rai will provide members with the opportunity to reflect on how our identities impact our practice and to consider how student identities and their lived experiences inform CRRP from an ETFO perspective.

February 4, 2026  4:30 – 6:30 pm

DOTL Office Meeting Room

Culturally Responsive and Relevant Pedagogy (CRRP)

 ETFO presenter Manprit Rai will provide members with the opportunity to reflect on how our identities impact our practice and to consider how student identities and their lived experiences inform CRRP from an ETFO perspective.

Indigenous Learning

The Indigenous Education Elementary Curriculum team invites you to an evening of learning.

January 20, 4:30-6:30 PM

Durham District School Board Head office- room 1D

Winter Break

The ETFO Durham OT Local’s office will be closed from December 22nd to January 4th, 2026. 

In case of emergency, please contact ETFO Provincial Emergency line at 1-888-838-3836

 

Enhanced CPR/Medical Emergency Training

This half day (5 hours) training session is designed to support occasional staff. Participants will receive CPR-C certification through the Life Saving Society upon completion.

Your DOTL PL committee is proud to partner with the DDSB Health and Safety department to be able to bring OTs this important workshop. Along with receiving your certification, awareness of other medical emergencies will be covered such as: choking, allergic reactions/Sabrina’s Law, Respiratory Emergencies (asthma), bleeds, shock, diabetes, seizures and emergency scene management. In order to receive the certification you must be present and participate in all 5 hours of the workshop.

Only 25 members are able to register. registration will be open through MY PD through the board as well as here. Please make sure you register in both spots. The link is here: ENHANCED CPR-C / AED Certification – View Section – Professional Learning

We are especially grateful to the Health and Safety department for covering all costs associated with this event.

Also keep a watch for a full standard first aid training coming in February. It will consist of 7 hours online and 7 hours in person.