The Nova Scotia Teachers Union promotes and advances the teaching profession and quality public education.https://bsky.app/profile/nsteachersunion.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/nsteachersunion.bsky.social/post/3mpqevl7k4s27Public educators reflect on the past school year https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/video/9.725435003 Jul 2026 10:52 +0000at://did:plc:v3lmcxtif3zqtw22lcxml7da/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpqevl7k4s27https://bsky.app/profile/nsteachersunion.bsky.social/post/3mplwupe2s22nHappy Canada Day! Bonne fête du Canada !01 Jul 2026 16:30 +0000at://did:plc:v3lmcxtif3zqtw22lcxml7da/app.bsky.feed.post/3mplwupe2s22nhttps://bsky.app/profile/nsteachersunion.bsky.social/post/3mpivcz2k2c2sNSTU President Year End Message Message de fin d'année du président de la NSTU youtu.be/Dq7Hbdjaajo https://youtu.be/Dq7Hbdjaajo30 Jun 2026 11:24 +0000at://did:plc:v3lmcxtif3zqtw22lcxml7da/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpivcz2k2c2shttps://bsky.app/profile/nsteachersunion.bsky.social/post/3mov3q4p2ek25Félicitations à Theresa Hudson, de Crichton Park Elementary School, pour avoir reçu le Prix national d'excellence en enseignement de l'éducation physique et à la santé de EPS Canada.22 Jun 2026 14:26 +0000at://did:plc:v3lmcxtif3zqtw22lcxml7da/app.bsky.feed.post/3mov3q4p2ek25https://bsky.app/profile/nsteachersunion.bsky.social/post/3mov3pdkeek25Congratulations to Theresa Hudson of Crichton Park Elementary School on receiving PHE Canada's National Award for Teaching Excellence in Physical and Health Education.22 Jun 2026 14:25 +0000at://did:plc:v3lmcxtif3zqtw22lcxml7da/app.bsky.feed.post/3mov3pdkeek25https://bsky.app/profile/nsteachersunion.bsky.social/post/3mosj5gvhhk2xEn cette Journée nationale des peuples autochtones, nous célébrons les cultures, les langues, les histoires et les contributions des Premières Nations, des Inuits et des Métis. En ce solstice d’été, nous rendons hommage aux communautés qui enrichissent ce territoire depuis des générations.21 Jun 2026 13:48 +0000at://did:plc:v3lmcxtif3zqtw22lcxml7da/app.bsky.feed.post/3mosj5gvhhk2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/nsteachersunion.bsky.social/post/3mosj4ryk6s2xToday, we celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day by recognizing the cultures, languages, histories, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples. On the summer solstice, we honour the communities that have enriched this land for generations.21 Jun 2026 13:47 +0000at://did:plc:v3lmcxtif3zqtw22lcxml7da/app.bsky.feed.post/3mosj4ryk6s2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/nsteachersunion.bsky.social/post/3mosivdfumk2xTo all the dads, stepdads, grandfathers, and father figures who support, guide, and inspire us every day, Happy Father's Day! Bonne fête des Pères à tous les papas, beaux-papas, grands-papas et figures paternelles qui nous soutiennent, nous guident et nous inspirent chaque jour!21 Jun 2026 13:43 +0000at://did:plc:v3lmcxtif3zqtw22lcxml7da/app.bsky.feed.post/3mosivdfumk2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/nsteachersunion.bsky.social/post/3modb35itd22m“Removing these positions creates a significant gap in our public education system and will have real consequences for students and classrooms.” - NSTU President, Peter Day https://yourquadcounties.ca/n-s-government-cuts-80-education-support-jobs-as-thousands-of-students-struggle-to-read/15 Jun 2026 12:13 +0000at://did:plc:v3lmcxtif3zqtw22lcxml7da/app.bsky.feed.post/3modb35itd22mhttps://bsky.app/profile/nsteachersunion.bsky.social/post/3mnwvkcircs25Nova Scotia students 'being left behind' in wake of education cuts, critics say https://www.halifaxexaminer.ca/education/nova-scotia-students-being-left-behind-in-wake-of-education-cuts-critics-say/10 Jun 2026 14:15 +0000at://did:plc:v3lmcxtif3zqtw22lcxml7da/app.bsky.feed.post/3mnwvkcircs25https://bsky.app/profile/nsteachersunion.bsky.social/post/3mnwtahqdlk2t“So come September, there will be over 82 or around 82 fewer teaching positions in public schools in Nova Scotia.” https://globalnews.ca/news/11896560/parents-call-for-remedial-literacy-plan-nova-scotia-students/10 Jun 2026 13:34 +0000at://did:plc:v3lmcxtif3zqtw22lcxml7da/app.bsky.feed.post/3mnwtahqdlk2thttps://bsky.app/profile/nsteachersunion.bsky.social/post/3mmza4ew2xs2sThe head of the Nova Scotia Teachers Union says cuts to the education sector will cause more strain at a time when violence in schools is on the rise. https://globalnews.ca/news/11873614/school-violence-teachers-union-nova-scotia/29 May 2026 19:04 +0000at://did:plc:v3lmcxtif3zqtw22lcxml7da/app.bsky.feed.post/3mmza4ew2xs2shttps://bsky.app/profile/nsteachersunion.bsky.social/post/3mmor4wal5k26New information provides more clarity around cuts happening across Nova Scotia’s regional centres for education. While the education minister says those cuts will not impact front-line services for students, opposition leaders say that's impossible. https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/nova-scotia/education-cuts-students-teachers-brendan-maguire-9.720948225 May 2026 15:10 +0000at://did:plc:v3lmcxtif3zqtw22lcxml7da/app.bsky.feed.post/3mmor4wal5k26https://bsky.app/profile/nsteachersunion.bsky.social/post/3mmegequjl22jAlberta teachers asked CBC News to spend a day watching them work. Here’s what we learned https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/vulcan-school-day-in-the-life-9.719682321 May 2026 12:30 +0000at://did:plc:v3lmcxtif3zqtw22lcxml7da/app.bsky.feed.post/3mmegequjl22jhttps://bsky.app/profile/nsteachersunion.bsky.social/post/3mm7zr7hwm22tThe NSTU is raising alarm bells over dozens of teaching positions set to be cut. “Several of these positions involve teachers who work directly with students, including intervention teachers and specialists teachers who support children with diverse and complex needs." https://surge105.ca/2026/05/15/nstu-raises-alarm-bells-over-dozens-of-teaching-positions-cut/19 May 2026 18:34 +0000at://did:plc:v3lmcxtif3zqtw22lcxml7da/app.bsky.feed.post/3mm7zr7hwm22thttps://bsky.app/profile/nsteachersunion.bsky.social/post/3mm7lhbcta22mLe mois de mai est le Mois de la sensibilisation au gaélique (Mìos Mothachaidh na Gàidhlig)! Cette semaine, la NSTU fait flotter fièrement le drapeau gaélique pour célébrer la langue, la culture et les contributions durables des Gaëls en Nouvelle-Écosse.19 May 2026 14:18 +0000at://did:plc:v3lmcxtif3zqtw22lcxml7da/app.bsky.feed.post/3mm7lhbcta22mhttps://bsky.app/profile/nsteachersunion.bsky.social/post/3mm7lgometk2mMay is Gaelic Awareness Month (Mìos Mothachaidh na Gàidhlig)! This week, the NSTU proudly flies the Gaelic flag to celebrate the language, culture, and lasting contributions of Gaels across Nova Scotia.19 May 2026 14:18 +0000at://did:plc:v3lmcxtif3zqtw22lcxml7da/app.bsky.feed.post/3mm7lgometk2mhttps://bsky.app/profile/nsteachersunion.bsky.social/post/3mm4wrmtzfs2zTeachers and specialists see the challenges every day: overcrowded classrooms, limited supports, and growing student needs. Our children deserve better. Make public education a priority. Write to your MLA today: www.actforeducation.ca/action/18 May 2026 13:03 +0000at://did:plc:v3lmcxtif3zqtw22lcxml7da/app.bsky.feed.post/3mm4wrmtzfs2zhttps://bsky.app/profile/nsteachersunion.bsky.social/post/3mm2bat3y7s22Aujourd’hui, nous soulignons la Journée internationale contre l’homophobie, la transphobie et la biphobie. Les enseignants et enseignantes de la Nouvelle-Écosse appuient des écoles inclusives et sécuritaires où chaque élève peut être soi-même.17 May 2026 11:32 +0000at://did:plc:v3lmcxtif3zqtw22lcxml7da/app.bsky.feed.post/3mm2bat3y7s22https://bsky.app/profile/nsteachersunion.bsky.social/post/3mm2b7ccles22Today we recognize the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia. Teachers across Nova Scotia continue to support learning environments rooted in respect, inclusion, and belonging, where all students feel safe, valued, and empowered to be who they are.17 May 2026 11:31 +0000at://did:plc:v3lmcxtif3zqtw22lcxml7da/app.bsky.feed.post/3mm2b7ccles22https://bsky.app/profile/nsteachersunion.bsky.social/post/3mlwfbxj2mk2rHalifax school librarian, social worker positions up in the air after changes to funding. https://globalnews.ca/news/11851516/halifax-supplementary-funding-school-librarians-social-workers/15 May 2026 22:34 +0000at://did:plc:v3lmcxtif3zqtw22lcxml7da/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlwfbxj2mk2rhttps://bsky.app/profile/nsteachersunion.bsky.social/post/3mlwf5jphik2r“These teachers support colleagues while also working directly with small groups of students with diverse and complex needs. They help students overcome academic, behavioural, and emotional challenges that can otherwise become barriers to success.” https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/nova-scotia/teaching-position-cuts-less-support-for-students-nstu-9.7200588 #nspoli15 May 2026 22:31 +0000at://did:plc:v3lmcxtif3zqtw22lcxml7da/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlwf5jphik2rhttps://bsky.app/profile/nsteachersunion.bsky.social/post/3mlvdv6vukk25Day said the union will continue urging the province to cover any funding shortfalls to ensure all social workers remain able to do their work, but "it's hard to have faith" in light of recent cuts affecting 150 education jobs. https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/nova-scotia/halifax-school-social-workers-moving-roles-after-funding-change-9.720008215 May 2026 12:36 +0000at://did:plc:v3lmcxtif3zqtw22lcxml7da/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlvdv6vukk25https://bsky.app/profile/nsteachersunion.bsky.social/post/3mlu57cprqk2dNova Scotia Teachers Union expresses concerns about education cuts https://www.halifaxexaminer.ca/education/nova-scotia-teachers-union-expresses-concerns-about-education-cuts/15 May 2026 01:04 +0000at://did:plc:v3lmcxtif3zqtw22lcxml7da/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlu57cprqk2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/nsteachersunion.bsky.social/post/3mltscqnddc2tNSTU President Peter Day addresses public schools cuts across Nova Scotia. youtu.be/-gmgh3XeEKo https://youtu.be/-gmgh3XeEKo14 May 2026 21:49 +0000at://did:plc:v3lmcxtif3zqtw22lcxml7da/app.bsky.feed.post/3mltscqnddc2thttps://bsky.app/profile/nsteachersunion.bsky.social/post/3mllkrk6j7s2yLe 11 mai marque la Journée de la langue mi’kmaw. Aujourd’hui, nous célébrons la langue mi’kmaw et reconnaissons le savoir, la culture et la résilience du peuple mi’kmaq et de la langue originelle de la Nouvelle-Écosse.11 May 2026 15:13 +0000at://did:plc:v3lmcxtif3zqtw22lcxml7da/app.bsky.feed.post/3mllkrk6j7s2yhttps://bsky.app/profile/nsteachersunion.bsky.social/post/3mllkr3oilk2yMay 11th is Mi’kmaw Language Day. Today we celebrate the Mi’kmaw language and recognize the knowledge, culture, and resilience of the Mi’kmaq people and the original language of Nova Scotia.11 May 2026 15:12 +0000at://did:plc:v3lmcxtif3zqtw22lcxml7da/app.bsky.feed.post/3mllkr3oilk2yhttps://bsky.app/profile/nsteachersunion.bsky.social/post/3mljv6zxyv22aIt's been almost a full school year now since the department of education implemented a new code of conduct aimed to address violence in schools. We ask the head of the Nova Scotia teacher's union how it's working. https://www.cbc.ca/listen/live-radio/1-24-information-morning-cape-breton/clip/16213491-nstu-president-says-training-and-support-needed-code10 May 2026 23:14 +0000at://did:plc:v3lmcxtif3zqtw22lcxml7da/app.bsky.feed.post/3mljv6zxyv22ahttps://bsky.app/profile/nsteachersunion.bsky.social/post/3mljts5tbnk23“What students and educators need are concrete measures – not more half-measures or hollow talk,” said Day. “We have already taken this route, and it didn’t work. Time to focus on what will work.” That, Day said, starts with open dialogue. https://yourquadcounties.ca/n-s-education-department-to-rid-of-150-positions/10 May 2026 22:49 +0000at://did:plc:v3lmcxtif3zqtw22lcxml7da/app.bsky.feed.post/3mljts5tbnk23