Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find information about this year's Convention?
The Regina Teachers' Convention is a joint RPSTA/RCSTA event. Therefore, as of the 2020/21 school year it has its own website! Head over to https://reginateachersconvention.weebly.com/ to stay up to date on Convention info!
The Regina Teachers' Convention is a joint RPSTA/RCSTA event. Therefore, as of the 2020/21 school year it has its own website! Head over to https://reginateachersconvention.weebly.com/ to stay up to date on Convention info!
How do I go about getting a medical leave or an accommodation?
- First, see your medical professional to discuss your concerns. (may want to take a copy of the STF 7-1 verification of illness form with you, to avoid having to make multiple appts.)
If your doctor indicates on the form or in a letter that specific restrictions should be put into place for you (ie. reduce contact, additional sanitation/improved PPE, etc.) this should be discussed with your in-school admin, and if an accommodation cannot be made at that level, then contact should be made with Shelley Brodziak at Workplace Wellness.
IF your doctor indicates that a leave is in order, you should notify your principal that you will be sick and share the 7-1 form with HR. You will likely be contacted by HR about your leave and its length of time.
- First, see your medical professional to discuss your concerns. (may want to take a copy of the STF 7-1 verification of illness form with you, to avoid having to make multiple appts.)
If your doctor indicates on the form or in a letter that specific restrictions should be put into place for you (ie. reduce contact, additional sanitation/improved PPE, etc.) this should be discussed with your in-school admin, and if an accommodation cannot be made at that level, then contact should be made with Shelley Brodziak at Workplace Wellness.
IF your doctor indicates that a leave is in order, you should notify your principal that you will be sick and share the 7-1 form with HR. You will likely be contacted by HR about your leave and its length of time.
| STF 7-1 Verification of Illness Form |
What are my responsibilities if my class is cancelled or quarantined?
If you have symptoms, you are sick. Teachers should have 2-3 days worth of lessons planned ahead for their classroom and provided for a sub. Beyond that it would be the responsibility of the sub to create the individual lessons based on some overall unit or year plan you have outlined.
Additionally, teaching contracts do not specify subjects or grade levels, teachers are contractually obligated to provide teaching services in whatever assignment their employer determines as long as it complies with the expectations of the current CBA (Collective Bargaining Agreement). Therefore if you are quarantined, but do not have symptoms your employer can expect you to carry out assigned duties.
If you have symptoms, you are sick. Teachers should have 2-3 days worth of lessons planned ahead for their classroom and provided for a sub. Beyond that it would be the responsibility of the sub to create the individual lessons based on some overall unit or year plan you have outlined.
Additionally, teaching contracts do not specify subjects or grade levels, teachers are contractually obligated to provide teaching services in whatever assignment their employer determines as long as it complies with the expectations of the current CBA (Collective Bargaining Agreement). Therefore if you are quarantined, but do not have symptoms your employer can expect you to carry out assigned duties.
Who is the counselling provider for Regina Public Schools and how do I contact them?
Regina Public and the STF both have a contract with ComPsych. Their phone number is 1-833-485-4245. Please contact us or the STF for your WEB ID code. This code is different for substitute teachers than it is for temporary or continuing contract teachers.
Regina Public and the STF both have a contract with ComPsych. Their phone number is 1-833-485-4245. Please contact us or the STF for your WEB ID code. This code is different for substitute teachers than it is for temporary or continuing contract teachers.
What are my options if I do not appreciate the counselor I am connected with through MFAP/EFAP?
You can contact ComPsych and ask for a new counselor. This is one way the company can monitor quality control of their staff. You should feel empowered to get what you want out of counselling as it is one of your benefits through the STF/RPSTA. Please email us at [email protected] if you are unhappy with their service so we can monitor the situation. ComPsych has sent some members Provider Evaluations after their appointments. If you receive one, PLEASE fill it out!
Another option is to choose your own private counselor and submit your receipts to the STF for reimbursement up to $2500 annually (January-December).
You can contact ComPsych and ask for a new counselor. This is one way the company can monitor quality control of their staff. You should feel empowered to get what you want out of counselling as it is one of your benefits through the STF/RPSTA. Please email us at [email protected] if you are unhappy with their service so we can monitor the situation. ComPsych has sent some members Provider Evaluations after their appointments. If you receive one, PLEASE fill it out!
Another option is to choose your own private counselor and submit your receipts to the STF for reimbursement up to $2500 annually (January-December).
How do I retire?
- This is a question for the Board Office and the STF. Click here for retirement gratuity info and here for STF info. Go to our downloads page for a sample retirement letter.
- This is a question for the Board Office and the STF. Click here for retirement gratuity info and here for STF info. Go to our downloads page for a sample retirement letter.
What is the schedule for the Professional Development Days for Elementary and High school teachers for the 2024/25 school year?
- The Elementary Professional Development Day Calendar is available here!
- The High School Professional Development Day Calendar is available here!
- The Elementary Professional Development Day Calendar is available here!
- The High School Professional Development Day Calendar is available here!
Where can I find a list of current RPSTA committees and who is on each committee?
- You can find a list of committees and committee chairs under the Who We Are tab at the top of the page.
- You can find a list of committees and committee chairs under the Who We Are tab at the top of the page.
Where can I find out more information on Class 5 and Class 6 Classification requirements?
Click here for a document that may be of help to you!
Click here for a document that may be of help to you!