Yesterday there was no school because all the teachers were on strike. Tens of thousands of teachers and supporters marched with signs. In Greymouth, we walked from the town square, down Mackey street and down past the council to Damion O'connor's office by the RSA and back to the town square.
You may be asking yourself why did the teachers go on strike. A Lot of people think they just wanted more money, and that's half correct. The teachers also want more resources to teach the kids. Did you know 40% fewer people are training to become teachers and more people are having kids? Some classes could be up to 50 kids to 1 teacher. I definitely support the teachers going on strike because it would take a lot of effort to look after so many kids and help them learn.
Thanks for your support Sammi! It was great to have you at the march :)
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