The American Federation of Teachers (AFT), an Education international (EI) member organisation, has welcomed the introduction of the Paraprofessionals and Education Support Staff Bill of Rights
, seeking to provide fair wages, comprehensive benefits and equitable working conditions to the dedicated paraeducators, classroom assistants, bus drivers and custodial workers “who form the bedrock of the education system.”
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"Since we recognize the contribution of our Education Support Personnel to the education sector and to national development, now, more than ever, the government must show its appreciation to them by dedicating a day to recognize and promote their right," Lapid said in Filipino.
Senator Manuel “Lito” Lapid has filed a bill seeking to recognize the invaluable contribution and sacrifices of the country’s education sector by declaring May 16 as World Education Support Personnel Day.
Lapid filed Senate Bill No. 1472 which seeks the observance of the National Education Sup