Article by the General Secretary, Ann Ballinger published in the Scotsman on Wednesday 11 April 2012 regarding a report on CfE published researchers at Stirling University's School of Education.
University of Stirling announces new research into Curriculum for Excellence
Researchers at the University of Stirling have published their research into the implementation of the Curriculum for Excellence (CfE) in Scotland.
Cabinet Secretary announcement
Some weeks ago the Cabinet Secretary asked us for evidence of problems with the implementation of CfE. We responded by providing a catalogue of problems. It would appear that he has listened and some action has been taken.
Working for Supply Teachers
During the last few months the Association's solicitor has acted on behalf of a number of members who are supply teachers. On each occasion the member has benefited from additional payments and better contractual conditions.
Ballot
Dear Colleagues,
At the meeting held on 3 March Council agreed to participate in a day of strike action with other public sector unions on 28 March. It was also agreed that we would not take unilateral strike action but would move immediately to a ballot on 'action short of strike action' or work to contract.
CfE Audit
Earlier this month the Cabinet Secretary instructed his officials to undertake a ‘deep audit' of readiness to implement the third year of CfE. The audit was his response to the evidence provided by teachers of the work required to prepare properly for S3 of CfE. This audit is currently underway and members may well have been or will be asked to participate in the evidence gathering exercise.
Results of consultative survey regarding possible further industrial action
We achieved a response of 46% with 61.6% in favour of a second day of action and 38.4% against.
The results are as follows:
Urgent message regarding consultation
We note the comments in TESS today concerning the consultation currently under way. These comments are incorrect.
This Association is consulting all members currently in employment about the proposed changes to pension arrangements. Once the response is known members will be contacted about further action.
Take the schoolwear campaign to Westminster
The campaign group for Fair Trade Schoolwear have an opportunity at the Westminster Parliament to raise awareness of issues related to the supply of cotton. In particular they want to draw public attention to the plight of children in other countries who are denied an education and forced to work in the cotton industry.
Appointment of Depute General Secretary
We are delighted to announce the appointment of Alan McKenzie to the post of Depute General Secretary of the Association from 31 March 2012.
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