Give teachers time off to attend their own children’s school events — 9 signatures. Status: rejected.
Give teachers a formal option to attend their own children’s school events during school hours. Even a few hours per year, paid or unpaid, would ensure all teachers can participate in assemblies, sports days, and performances, regardless of individual school policies
Teachers currently have no formal way to attend their own children’s school events during school hours, unlike other employees who can use leave. This creates inequality, affects wellbeing, and forces parents to miss key milestones. A formal option, even limited or unpaid, would ensure fairness, support teacher morale, and allow teachers to participate in their children’s lives.
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