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Extension of LOs inputting deadline

March 24, 2021 at 5:04 pm

Extension of LOs inputting deadline

Following feedback received from members, the MUT has requested DLAP to extend the reporting of LOs in State schools. Inputting deadline has now shifted to the end of April with schools then publishing this information on 10th May. The MUT will continue to monitor the situation closely.

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Trade dispute and directive on MATSEC VET deadlines

March 23, 2021 at 3:58 pm

Trade dispute and directive on MATSEC VET deadlines

The MUT has declared a trade dispute with the Ministry for Education regarding the directions by MATSEC to schools, particularly the deadlines on VET submissions and the increasing expectations on educators. Despite attempts to have the deadline shifted and due consideration given to educators and schools, MATSEC forged ahead with its expectations at the detriment […]

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MUT’s position on school hours and calendar unchanged

March 22, 2021 at 4:30 pm

MUT’s position on school hours and calendar unchanged

With reference to an interview with the Minister for Education published yesterday, the MUT assures all members that its position is unchanged with regards to school hours and the school calendar. A similar statement was issued last January in this respect – these will be untouched. The MUT would have expected, instead, that the Minister […]

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Attention: Educators still without a vaccine appointment

March 22, 2021 at 1:57 pm

Attention: Educators still without a vaccine appointment

MUT members who have not received an appointment for vaccinations are requested to fill the following form. Members who received an appointment but requested rescheduling and have not yet received the appointment are requested to fill the form as well and insert a comment. By filing the form you are giving your consent to have […]

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MUT reviewing National Cultural Policy as is affects educational sector – objection registered on major change

March 22, 2021 at 1:47 pm

MUT reviewing National Cultural Policy as is affects educational sector – objection registered on major change

The MUT communicated with the Ministry for Education regarding the National Cultural Policy 2021 currently being drafted. The union noted that this policy includes proposals which shall affect members in the educational sector represented by the MUT. Any changes would therefore need to be discussed and agreed upon with the union. One proposal in particular […]

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Directive to all educators on MATSEC VET material

March 17, 2021 at 4:57 pm

Directive to all educators on MATSEC VET material

The MUT is directing all educators to refrain from scanning or copying VET material to be provided through digital means to MATSEC. This is clearly beyond the duties of educators. The requested students’ work needs to be made available at their respective schools. MATSEC has also agreed with more flexibility regarding the deadline for VET […]

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More specific guidance for KGEs issued

March 17, 2021 at 11:56 am

More specific guidance for KGEs issued

Following a number of meetings with the Directorates within the Ministry for Education, more practical guidelines for Kindergarten have been issued to be implemented while schools are working online. Please refer to the relevant document entitled “Guidelines for Kindergarten for the duration of online sessions in March 2021” issued by the Directorate for Learning and […]

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Notice to Members – meetings

March 16, 2021 at 4:18 pm

Notice to Members – meetings

Due to the situation with the pandemic, the MUT would like to notify members that it is currently not conducting face-to-face meetings. MUT services will continue as usual through telephone, email and/or online meetings as required.

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Online form for members: Laptop repairs

March 16, 2021 at 4:15 pm

Online form for members: Laptop repairs

The MUT is hereby inviting educators to fill the form below if they require repairs to the laptops being used. The union is still following the issue of the new laptops but meanwhile it is making the requested pressure to have repairs carried out. The information shall be forwarded to the respective employers. Please fill […]

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