Sara
@sarablue.bsky.social
she/her. toronto.
i guess this is a public education stan account now.
i guess this is a public education stan account now.
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"$1,000 a month as part of a state program experimenting with giving homeless youths cash payments for two years with no strings attached."
"Of the 117 youths [..] who completed Oregon's two-year pilot program, 91% reported being in stable housing."
#Oregon #USA #Housing #Nonprofit
"Of the 117 youths [..] who completed Oregon's two-year pilot program, 91% reported being in stable housing."
#Oregon #USA #Housing #Nonprofit
Oregon pilot program giving cash to homeless youths sees staggering reduction in homelessness
The state program gave participants $1,000 cash payments each month for two years. At the end of the project's first phase, 91% of participants reported being in stable housing.
www.streetroots.org
November 23, 2025 at 11:10 PM
"$1,000 a month as part of a state program experimenting with giving homeless youths cash payments for two years with no strings attached."
"Of the 117 youths [..] who completed Oregon's two-year pilot program, 91% reported being in stable housing."
#Oregon #USA #Housing #Nonprofit
"Of the 117 youths [..] who completed Oregon's two-year pilot program, 91% reported being in stable housing."
#Oregon #USA #Housing #Nonprofit
That’s all? We could easily crowdsource for a qualified candidate 😂😅
November 22, 2025 at 7:44 PM
That’s all? We could easily crowdsource for a qualified candidate 😂😅
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Relying on ChatGPT to teach you about a topic leaves you with shallower knowledge than Googling and reading about it, according to new research that compared what more than 10,000 people knew after using one method or the other.
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November 21, 2025 at 11:48 AM
Relying on ChatGPT to teach you about a topic leaves you with shallower knowledge than Googling and reading about it, according to new research that compared what more than 10,000 people knew after using one method or the other.
Shared by @gizmodo.com: buff.ly/yAAHtHq
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It’s widely known (and, I think, pretty uncontroversial) that learning requires effort — specifically, if you don’t have to work at getting the knowledge, it won’t stick.
Even if an LLM could be trusted to give you correct information 100% of the time, it would be an inferior method of learning it.
Even if an LLM could be trusted to give you correct information 100% of the time, it would be an inferior method of learning it.
Relying on ChatGPT to teach you about a topic leaves you with shallower knowledge than Googling and reading about it, according to new research that compared what more than 10,000 people knew after using one method or the other.
Shared by @gizmodo.com: buff.ly/yAAHtHq
Shared by @gizmodo.com: buff.ly/yAAHtHq
November 21, 2025 at 12:49 PM
It’s widely known (and, I think, pretty uncontroversial) that learning requires effort — specifically, if you don’t have to work at getting the knowledge, it won’t stick.
Even if an LLM could be trusted to give you correct information 100% of the time, it would be an inferior method of learning it.
Even if an LLM could be trusted to give you correct information 100% of the time, it would be an inferior method of learning it.
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I’ll advertise the redevelopment for free.
November 22, 2025 at 12:06 PM
I’ll advertise the redevelopment for free.
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In case you missed it: When it comes to removing barriers for special education students at the TDSB, progress has been frustratingly slow, advocates say. And seeking accountability has become harder under provincial supervision.
Special Education Policy Vs. Practice at the TDSB | The Local
For years, the TDSB's special education advisory committee has pressed for accountability from the board. Since the province's takeover, that's become harder than ever.
thelocal.to
November 22, 2025 at 4:01 PM
In case you missed it: When it comes to removing barriers for special education students at the TDSB, progress has been frustratingly slow, advocates say. And seeking accountability has become harder under provincial supervision.
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My favorite piece of content today.
November 21, 2025 at 8:28 PM
My favorite piece of content today.
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Just ONE DAY left to submit a comment on Bill 60, which will block not only ALL new bike lanes in Ontario that take away car lanes, but also puts bus lanes, patios, and pedestrian streets at risk too. Submit your comment here before the end of November 22: ero.ontario.ca/notice/025-1...
November 21, 2025 at 7:08 PM
Just ONE DAY left to submit a comment on Bill 60, which will block not only ALL new bike lanes in Ontario that take away car lanes, but also puts bus lanes, patios, and pedestrian streets at risk too. Submit your comment here before the end of November 22: ero.ontario.ca/notice/025-1...
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For parents/guardians/caregivers who want to advocate within their communities about what is happening in education.
www.fundourschools.ca/news/dec-3-r... #OntEd #FundOurSchools
www.fundourschools.ca/news/dec-3-r... #OntEd #FundOurSchools
November 21, 2025 at 1:37 AM
For parents/guardians/caregivers who want to advocate within their communities about what is happening in education.
www.fundourschools.ca/news/dec-3-r... #OntEd #FundOurSchools
www.fundourschools.ca/news/dec-3-r... #OntEd #FundOurSchools
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Calandra plans to use these EQAO scores to create a useful crisis & continue to dismantle public education. No org is arms length to the government anymore! Ontario Education Minister says he is withholding EQAO test scores, prompting outcry www.theglobeandmail.com/gift/e4613d9... #onpoli #onted
Ontario Education Minister says he is withholding EQAO test scores, prompting outcry
Critics call on the provincial government to reveal the standardized test scores publicly
www.theglobeandmail.com
November 21, 2025 at 2:04 PM
Calandra plans to use these EQAO scores to create a useful crisis & continue to dismantle public education. No org is arms length to the government anymore! Ontario Education Minister says he is withholding EQAO test scores, prompting outcry www.theglobeandmail.com/gift/e4613d9... #onpoli #onted
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I think about "decorum" a lot. Stiles was kicked out for unparliamentary language aka saying something true. Similarly, at Toronto City Council every councillor, left & right, voted to censure one councillor who spoke true: called a lie "a lie". No euphemism. 1/2
Stiles is excellent IMHO, esp getting kicked out of the legislature for speaking the truth yesterday. But the Liberals are just AWOL & useless. Crombie could go scorched earth on her way out but nothing. Just total duds. Explains how they picked 2 Ford-lite leaders in a row. Will they do a 3rd?
“What’s disturbing about the scandal though, is how blatant it is. Political appointees are handing out hundreds of millions of dollars from a public slush fund to organizations that are either close to the government or that hire the right political insiders.”
www.thestar.com/opinion/star...
www.thestar.com/opinion/star...
November 21, 2025 at 2:43 PM
I think about "decorum" a lot. Stiles was kicked out for unparliamentary language aka saying something true. Similarly, at Toronto City Council every councillor, left & right, voted to censure one councillor who spoke true: called a lie "a lie". No euphemism. 1/2
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“It’s Quite Clear They Don’t Listen to Us” - thelocal.to/tdsb-special...
How do you make a funding shortage “go away”?
You could review & augment funding,
OR
You could use your political powers to silence advocates and bury records.
#onpoli #ontario #education
How do you make a funding shortage “go away”?
You could review & augment funding,
OR
You could use your political powers to silence advocates and bury records.
#onpoli #ontario #education
Special Education Policy Vs. Practice at the TDSB | The Local
For years, the TDSB's special education advisory committee has pressed for accountability from the board. Since the province's takeover, that's become harder than ever.
thelocal.to
November 21, 2025 at 2:44 PM
“It’s Quite Clear They Don’t Listen to Us” - thelocal.to/tdsb-special...
How do you make a funding shortage “go away”?
You could review & augment funding,
OR
You could use your political powers to silence advocates and bury records.
#onpoli #ontario #education
How do you make a funding shortage “go away”?
You could review & augment funding,
OR
You could use your political powers to silence advocates and bury records.
#onpoli #ontario #education
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A coalition of education unions:
“This legislation sidelines democratically elected local trustees — disempowering families, weakening transparency, and clearing the path for politically driven decisions that ignore student needs and community voices."
“This legislation sidelines democratically elected local trustees — disempowering families, weakening transparency, and clearing the path for politically driven decisions that ignore student needs and community voices."
November 20, 2025 at 10:45 PM
A coalition of education unions:
“This legislation sidelines democratically elected local trustees — disempowering families, weakening transparency, and clearing the path for politically driven decisions that ignore student needs and community voices."
“This legislation sidelines democratically elected local trustees — disempowering families, weakening transparency, and clearing the path for politically driven decisions that ignore student needs and community voices."
What world is this man living in? [Rhetorical] #onted
It's a bad day for democracy.
“Today is a very good day for students, it’s a very good day for parents, and it’s an exceptionally good day for teachers,” Calandra said."
#OnPoli #OntEd
“Today is a very good day for students, it’s a very good day for parents, and it’s an exceptionally good day for teachers,” Calandra said."
#OnPoli #OntEd
The government says Bill 33 has received Royal Assent and is now law.
It will make it easier for the education minister to take over school boards in the province by appointing a supervisor and sidelining trustees. #onpoli globalnews.ca/news/1153148...
It will make it easier for the education minister to take over school boards in the province by appointing a supervisor and sidelining trustees. #onpoli globalnews.ca/news/1153148...
November 20, 2025 at 11:00 PM
What world is this man living in? [Rhetorical] #onted
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It's a bad day for democracy.
“Today is a very good day for students, it’s a very good day for parents, and it’s an exceptionally good day for teachers,” Calandra said."
#OnPoli #OntEd
“Today is a very good day for students, it’s a very good day for parents, and it’s an exceptionally good day for teachers,” Calandra said."
#OnPoli #OntEd
The government says Bill 33 has received Royal Assent and is now law.
It will make it easier for the education minister to take over school boards in the province by appointing a supervisor and sidelining trustees. #onpoli globalnews.ca/news/1153148...
It will make it easier for the education minister to take over school boards in the province by appointing a supervisor and sidelining trustees. #onpoli globalnews.ca/news/1153148...
Protests erupt at Queen’s Park as government passes school board takeover bill | Globalnews.ca
On Wednesday, Bill 33 passed its third reading at Queen's Park after a shortened debate and bypassing committee, with Royal Assent set to follow.
globalnews.ca
November 20, 2025 at 10:44 PM
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Thank you Ontario Society of Professional Engineers for speaking out on the need for clean air in schools and daycares! ospe.on.ca/community/os...
OSPE Speaks at Toronto Board of Health on Indoor Air Quality in Schools and Child Care
OSPE advocates for Indoor Air Quality in schools at the Toronto Board of Health. Learn how better air quality promotes health.
ospe.on.ca
November 20, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Thank you Ontario Society of Professional Engineers for speaking out on the need for clean air in schools and daycares! ospe.on.ca/community/os...
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Bill 33 has passed and Bill 60 may be called to a final vote at any time. Use your voice. #OnPoli
#Bill33 and #Bill60 have both passed second reading. There’s still time to call your local Conservative MPP-leave a message tonight to let them know you do NOT support these bills. docs.google.com/spreadsheets... #OnPoli
PC MPP NUMBERS.xlsx
docs.google.com
November 20, 2025 at 11:28 AM
Bill 33 has passed and Bill 60 may be called to a final vote at any time. Use your voice. #OnPoli
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School board trustees likely to be eliminated by the end of the year. More boards to be placed in provincial takeover.
But no mention of how we are actually going to fix crumbling schools, fix the spec ed funding formula, and address safety issues.
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
But no mention of how we are actually going to fix crumbling schools, fix the spec ed funding formula, and address safety issues.
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
Ontario education minister eyes more possible school board takeovers as Bill 33 passes | CBC News
Ontario Education Minister Paul Calandra says a newly passed bill granting him more powers to take control of school boards is a start, but not the end, of changes to education governance.
www.cbc.ca
November 20, 2025 at 11:40 AM
School board trustees likely to be eliminated by the end of the year. More boards to be placed in provincial takeover.
But no mention of how we are actually going to fix crumbling schools, fix the spec ed funding formula, and address safety issues.
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
But no mention of how we are actually going to fix crumbling schools, fix the spec ed funding formula, and address safety issues.
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
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I know that it probably does not feel good to be called “corrupt”.
But… have you tried… I dunno… maybe not being so… corrupt?
Just a suggestion. 🤷♀️
But… have you tried… I dunno… maybe not being so… corrupt?
Just a suggestion. 🤷♀️
a man in a car is eating a bag of doritos chips
Alt: Doug Ford in a car is eating a bag of chips and smiling
media.tenor.com
November 20, 2025 at 11:53 AM
I know that it probably does not feel good to be called “corrupt”.
But… have you tried… I dunno… maybe not being so… corrupt?
Just a suggestion. 🤷♀️
But… have you tried… I dunno… maybe not being so… corrupt?
Just a suggestion. 🤷♀️
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A company embroiled in the Skills Development Fund scandal still got government funding last month, contradicting Doug Ford’s claim that all funding was frozen after a forensic audit flagged concerns that were referred to the OPP www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/artic... #onpoli
Company embroiled in skills fund controversy received Ontario cash last month during audit
Keel Digital Solutions says it received $240,000 while under a probe the province has since referred to OPP
www.theglobeandmail.com
November 20, 2025 at 1:16 PM
A company embroiled in the Skills Development Fund scandal still got government funding last month, contradicting Doug Ford’s claim that all funding was frozen after a forensic audit flagged concerns that were referred to the OPP www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/artic... #onpoli
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Buried at the end,
“The province now spends an estimated $8.5 billion annually to artificially lower electricity costs for residents…disproportionately go to the wealthy, who consume more power” #onpoli
Now we know where Ford has spent the money he cut from schools
www.thestar.com/news/ontario...
“The province now spends an estimated $8.5 billion annually to artificially lower electricity costs for residents…disproportionately go to the wealthy, who consume more power” #onpoli
Now we know where Ford has spent the money he cut from schools
www.thestar.com/news/ontario...
$200 off your next fridge, freezer or washing machine: Ontario to subsidize energy efficient appliances
The Progressive Conservatives have brought in a suite of energy-efficiency programs to slow demand growth down.
www.thestar.com
November 20, 2025 at 2:24 PM
Buried at the end,
“The province now spends an estimated $8.5 billion annually to artificially lower electricity costs for residents…disproportionately go to the wealthy, who consume more power” #onpoli
Now we know where Ford has spent the money he cut from schools
www.thestar.com/news/ontario...
“The province now spends an estimated $8.5 billion annually to artificially lower electricity costs for residents…disproportionately go to the wealthy, who consume more power” #onpoli
Now we know where Ford has spent the money he cut from schools
www.thestar.com/news/ontario...
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Alberta is moving to a "dual practice" model.
A pediatrician in the province sent me this scenario. It's a look at what healthcare becomes when physicians can work in two systems.
Hypothetical, but not speculative.
New on CHW.
A pediatrician in the province sent me this scenario. It's a look at what healthcare becomes when physicians can work in two systems.
Hypothetical, but not speculative.
New on CHW.
Public or Private? A conversation with your future doctor canadahealthwatch.ca/2025/11/19/p...
Public or Private? A conversation with your future doctor
Two-tier healthcare has officially arrived.
canadahealthwatch.ca
November 20, 2025 at 3:10 AM
Alberta is moving to a "dual practice" model.
A pediatrician in the province sent me this scenario. It's a look at what healthcare becomes when physicians can work in two systems.
Hypothetical, but not speculative.
New on CHW.
A pediatrician in the province sent me this scenario. It's a look at what healthcare becomes when physicians can work in two systems.
Hypothetical, but not speculative.
New on CHW.