For immediate release
March 20, 2001

Elementary teachers empowered
through professional development
 
        "Teachers bring Learning to Life" is the slogan of  the Elementary Teachers Federation of Ontario. On Thursday, March 22 and Friday, March 23, elementary teachers from the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board and the region will participate in the Empower Yourself Professional Development conference, at the Ramada Inn, Belleville.
        The regional conference gets under way with an opening session at 7:00 p.m. Following greetings from local and provincial dignitaries, Sheryl Hoshizaki, keynote speaker will deliver  "The Brush Dance".
        "The regional P.D. opportunity is the result of a unique partnership among the Elementary Teachers' Federation of Ontario, the local union and the Board." said ETFO local president, Dave Patterson. " It is another opportunity for us to openly show our commitment to provide professional training that serves the needs of teachers who daily bring life to learning, educating our children."

For information contact:
Dave Patterson, President, ETFO Hastings - Prince Edward, 962-1210  ext. 28