Did You Know? Campaign

The three provincial principal associations have relaunched the Did You Know? campaign as a monthly advocacy initiative grounded in data. Together, we are raising concerns about growing system pressures in publicly funded schools and calling for greater investment in public education. 

In February, the focus was on the rising number of students with complex needs and the need for increased Special Education funding. Administrators report spending more than 30 percent of their time fulfilling the roles of other staff, limiting their ability to carry out their core responsibilities and reinforcing the need for additional specialized supports. 

Please consider sharing this campaign through your networks and social media platforms. 

Affinity Groups Update

Information and meeting links are available on the Affinity Groups for Members page. Upcoming meetings include:  

  • 2SLGBTQQIA+: March 2 

  • Jewish Administrators: March 10 

  • Black: March 18 

  • Neurodivergent: March 22 

  • Muslim: March 24 

  • Persian: March 24 

Conference Call for Proposals open until March 13

The OPCLeadLearn Conference Committee invites you to share your expertise and submit a proposal to deliver an onsite workshop at our annual conference October 22–23 at the Hilton Toronto Airport. All applicants will be notified by May 13.

Survey on School Food Programs in Ontario

The Understanding School Food Programs in Ontario survey is open until March 9. The letter of information provides additional details. Results will support planning, collaboration and investment in school food programs across Ontario.  

The online survey is intended for the principal, vice principal or staff member responsible for school food programs and takes approximately 5 to 10 minutes to complete. 

Quote to Ponder

“Leadership is not about being in charge. It is about taking care of those in your charge.” – Simon Sinek

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Queen's Park Update

The House is now in recess until March 23, 2026.