Welcome
Welcome to the homepage of Phi Delta Kappa - Chapter 85, University of Toronto. We hope that you find this website to be useful and informative and a valued educational resource.
Chapter 85 was established in 1955 as the first international chapter of PDK. Building on our chapter's history, we continue to be an advocate for public education and to provide "Research", "Service" and "Leadership" to the educational community. These three values are symbolized in our emblem. We hope you will participate in some of our activities and provide your ideas and suggestions to members of our executive.
Graduate Award deadlineDEADLINE EXTENSION - May 16See the Awards section for full details |
Social Evening of ConversationMay 9thView event information |
Spring SocialMay 29thView event information |
Press Release: OISE MT Student Wins Henry Jackman Award
Susanna Tang, a student in the Master of Teaching program at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education of the University of Toronto, is the winner of the 2007 Henry Jackman Award, presented by the Phi Delta Kappa University of Toronto Chapter.
Ms. Tang won the $500 award for her essay, "Using Assessment to Help My Students Succeed," in which she reflected on her experiences as a student teacher and how she uses classroom assessment to support learning.
The competition was open to all students currently attending a Faculty or School of Education in Ontario.
Founded in the United States in 1906, Phi Delta Kappa is an international association of educators dedicated to the promotion of quality public education. There are over l00,000 members in 660 chapters throughout the United States, Canada and twelve other countries. The University of Toronto Chapter was established in 1955 as the first international chapter of PDK. Henry Jackman, for whom this award is named, was the first president of the University of Toronto Chapter.
For more information about the Phi Delta Kappa University of Toronto Chapter or about this award, please see http://www.pdk-ut.org or contact Walter Winchell at walt.winchell@gmail.com .
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All in the family: Three generations of members
Teachers are retiring earlier and living longer, resulting in families with three generations of members. One such family includes pensioner Lloyed Augustus, retired daughter Rosemary Hartley and granddaughter Sara Hartley, an elementary school teacher.
50th Anniversary
University of Toronto Chapter Phi Delta Kappa celebrated its 50th anniversary on Wednesday October 19, 2005, in the Great Hall of Hart House, University of Toronto.
The Honourable James K. Bartleman, Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, hosted a reception in celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Phi Delta Kappa from 4:00 to 5:00 on October 19th.
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PDK International President, Jo Ann Fujioka, brought greetings from International. The Honourable William Davis, former premier of Ontario, Dr. Ned McKeown, former director of the Metro School Board and Toronto School Board, and a former PDK Regional Leader, and Dr. William Hunter, Dean of the University of Ontario Institute of Technology, were eloquent dinner speakers.
There were special opportunities to be inscribed in the commemorative book, and a very special rate for students.
Look for pictures in the News section.
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PDK-UT Newsletter March 2008 - PDF 1 - PDF 2PDK-UT Newsletter January 2008 - PDF 1 - PDF 2
PDK-UT Newsletter November 2007 - PDF 1 - PDF 2
PDK-UT Newsletter September 2007 -PDF
PDK-UT Newsletter May 2007 - PDF 1 - PDF 2
PDK-UT Newsletter March 2007 - PDF
PDK-UT Newsletter January 2007 - PDF
All past newsletters can be found in the Newsletter Archive.
37th Annual Phi Delta Kappa / Gallup Poll
We are excited to announce the results of the 37th Annual PDK/Gallup Poll of the Public's Attitudes Toward the Public Schools have been released.
For almost four decades, this public opinion poll has helped shape policy initiatives and strategies for improving public schools. Each year, educators all across the country use the results to move forward with planning and action in their communities. We encourage you to think about how the results affect your community and to disseminate the information to your colleagues.
Click here for complete poll results posted on the Phi Delta Kappa International website and to watch a video of Dr. Lowell Rose, poll director, discussing the major policy implications of the poll findings.
Kappan Discussion Group
Are you interested in joining a Kappan Discussion Group? Join some of your fellow Kappans to read and discuss selected articles from The Kappan, and connections/implications for our local Scene. Contact Stephanie Fetterolf if you are interested.
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Chapter 85, University of Toronto
Founded in the United States in 1906, Phi Delta Kappa is an association of educators dedicated to the promotion of quality education, with particular emphasis on publicly supported education. There are over l00, 000 members in 660 chapters throughout the United States, Canada and twelve other countries. Members are encouraged to undertake leadership roles and to become involved in research and service in education. New categories have opened memberships to other supporters of public education.
The KAPPAN magazine is the major publication for people involved in research of current trends in education. Chapter meetings allow members, including classroom teachers, school administrators, college and university professors and educational specialists of many types to exchange ideas, listen to presentations, enjoy fellowship and reaffirm the ideals of the organization.
On October 22, 1955, the University of Toronto Chapter was established as the first chapter outside the United States, thus making Phi Delta Kappa truly an international association. The founding president, Henry Jackman, served for many years on the executive. There is an award for teachers enrolled in Ontario education programs, including graduate programs, in his honour.
Past presidents have come from all levels of the education community and represent a diversity of expertise. Other members have gone on to leadership roles such as Deputy Minister of Education, directors of several Boards of Education in the Greater Toronto Area, Chairman of the Board of Trustees for the Royal Ontario Museum, Chairman of the Board of Governors of a Community College, etc.
The University of Toronto Chapter has contributed widely to Phi Delta Kappa and has been directly responsible in the establishment of both the Niagara and London Chapters. In 1967, the chapter, in co-operation with O.I.S.E., sponsored the symposium on "How Children Learn". Phi Delta Kappa, University of Toronto Chapter, initiated a Writing Institute in 1979. The first Biennial Conference of Phi Delta Kappa International to be held outside the United States was held in Toronto in October 1985, with over 1,000 delegates helping to celebrate the University of Toronto Chapter's 30th Anniversary. Three Lieutenant Governors, their Honours, Lincoln Alexander, Hal Jackman, and James Bartleman, hosted receptions for the 35th, 40th, and 50th anniversaries at Queen's Park.
Some recipients of the Outstanding Educator Award, which is given annually to people who are making outstanding contributions to education, are Ken Leithwood, Fiona Nelson, Debra Pepler, Lieutenant Governor James Bartleman, and Heather-jane Robertson. In the changing political climate, members and guests have the opportunity to listen to and question members of the Provincial Government. Our chapter continues to be a most worthwhile organization to challenge and inform educators.
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The Phi Delta Kappa Coat of Arms incorporates the following symbolism: The three original organizations, Phi Kappa Mu, Phi Delta Kappa, and Nu Rho Beta, are represented by three keystones. The three stars represent the student, the home, and the school. Research is symbolized by the burning lamp and the book, Service by the flaming torch, and Leadership by the upraised hand and sword. Surrounding the shield are acanthus leaves which signify learning.
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