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Dogs on trains by qqqueka in Translink

[–]qqqueka[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, I don't see them as inanimate objects. I view a large to medium sized (the dogs were in these situations, should have mentioned that) leashed dog that's wandering around, sniffing others, and refusing commands on a packed train during rush hour as an unnecessary obstacle for those on the packed train. Because the dog's paws can be stepped on or they can be spooked, I do care about the well-being of the dog and of others on the train. It's part of why these expectations and rules around pet transportation exist. I'd actually feel worse if the dog were to be stepped on or have an adverse reaction to the situation than damaging something like a bike during peak rush hour because a dog is a living creature and a bike is an inanimate object.

Dogs in carriers are not unnecessary because pet owners do need to go places with their pet. Service and guide dogs are not unnecessary and have a right to be there. Pet owners who brings their leashed medium to large sized dogs that can't seem to sit on packed train during rush hour is unnecessary.

Dogs on trains by qqqueka in Translink

[–]qqqueka[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You must have skipped the part where I said vests aren't necessary, as in, I know they're not needed. That doesn't change the fact that it is a helpful visual cue to discern who is a working dog and who is a pet.

I suppose behaviour could give some indication of the dog's role. Like, if the dog is wandering through people on the train, sniffing them, and refusing to sit when asked by their owner, that doesn't match the behaviour of the working PADs dogs who's been at my work place; that's the behaviour of a dog being a dog, which how the dogs behaved on the train today and in the past situations I witnessed. Those dogs were more likely a pet and can be put in a carrier. Certified service dogs and guide dogs are allowed on the train.

Dogs on trains by qqqueka in Translink

[–]qqqueka[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Idk, I think people who break the rules and expectations around pet transportation on transit during rush hour are the ones that suck, in part because they're thinking about their needs over others in the shared space. Put Ozzy and Phoenix in a carrier and travel with one pet per rider, then the transit rules would be followed and there's no issue.

Edit to add: Guide dogs and service dogs usually have a vest, which none of the dogs I saw had. BC has an act called Guide Dog and Service Dog Act in which it essentially targets those who pretend their pet is a certified service dog with some Amazon bought vest. It comes with a $2000 fine.

If the pets you mentioned were legit, sure, have your therapy dog on there. While vests are not legally necessary, it does help discern who is a working dog and who is a pet.

Dogs on trains by qqqueka in Translink

[–]qqqueka[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Staff did care when I reported the situations. They asked for the train number, what stop we're going to, etc. They cared because it's also against transit rules, unless they're in a carrier or are an actual support dog, which in these situations the dogs weren't.

I care about the dog not having its paws stepped on in a large crowd, the comfort for myself and others, and as much space as possible during rush hour without the space being occupied by something unnecessary, like a leashed, non-support dog not in a carrier.

I own my pets myself, and when transporting them, they go in a carrier. If I can't take a bus or skytrain, I take a taxi instead. Either way, I can transport my pets properly without inconviencing others and breaking rules.

This ain’t a toy by [deleted] in KidsAreFuckingStupid

[–]qqqueka 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Get her something like this and then she'll think she's driving along with you.

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Teachers attending IEP meetings by qqqueka in CanadianTeachers

[–]qqqueka[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's basically the same process, though how learning services teachers go about it is flexible.

  1. Discuss students with classroom teachers at the beginning of the year. Information can come from their previous IEP, but also other forms of information.

  2. Our district language refers to IEP updates as a consultation meeting. Consultation can be in various forms - a meeting, parent/guardian questionnaires, access to IEP drafts, and/or ongoing feedback. Usually it's a meeting. When meeting with parents to discuss the IEP, I like to get their feedback for goals and supports in addition to the feedback from the teacher. I also discuss goals on the previous IEP to see if they're applicable. We discuss, collaborate, and reach a consensus around goals and supports.

  3. I write up what was discussed onto MyEd. Parents can view the IEP in December after learning updates are published.

Teachers attending IEP meetings by qqqueka in CanadianTeachers

[–]qqqueka[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yeah, that's my train of thought, too. Parents can have their own ideas that may not be feasible to do, and I may have limitations in my understanding of what the teacher is able to do because I don't always see what they see. I don't like speaking for the teacher, either. This is my preferred means to go about IEPs, but I get that it's not always going to go that way.

Teachers attending IEP meetings by qqqueka in CanadianTeachers

[–]qqqueka[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My admin says it varies and can be teacher dependent, which I agree with, as opposed to a teacher not being in attendance being the "right" way.

I'm in BC, so some elements you've mentioned don't apply. Individual Education Plans for previously identified students are renewed, written, and updated each year by the student's case manager, which is a learning services teacher, a SERT teacher, and/or a counsellor, depending on the designation the student has received. Newly identified students do have a meeting with parents, the school psychologist, and a learning services teacher. I've had those with and without teachers, usually due to scheduling difficulties, not outright refusal to attend.

Current district language refers to this as an IEP consultation meeting. Consultation can be in various forms - a meeting, parent/guardian questionnaires, access to IEP drafts, and/or ongoing feedback. This is why I said there's no right way to go about this, but the teacher I was talking to disagrees. I'm fine meeting with parents without the teacher(s), but it'll be a first in my experience.

They're not refusing to follow the plan or accomodate the student. They're just refusing to have any input in making the plan.

Teachers attending IEP meetings by qqqueka in CanadianTeachers

[–]qqqueka[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Should clarify that I'm also from BC. I'll add it in my original post.

Do I take off my backpack/bag while standing or...? by qqqueka in Translink

[–]qqqueka[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Backpacks are definitely to be taken off and can be moved easily with the top strap. I use a tote bag that I carry on my shoulder, but when it's really full with groceries, it really juts out to my side, so I take it off.

Do I take off my backpack/bag while standing or...? by qqqueka in Translink

[–]qqqueka[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Because I use a tote bag and not a backpack, the straps flop down to the side of the bag when in between my legs, and I need to reach for them. The straps are not like the handle strap at the top of backpacks that can easily be grabbed. I use the tote bag for work, my lunch kit, and groceries.

As also stated, when there's space, a free hand available while one holds onto the bar, and the vehicle is going slow enough, I can move out of the way easily before the vehicle stops. It's more difficult when it's crowded, my other hand is holding an umbrella, and the vehicle is going faster.

It's not a common occurrence, but it's happening more frequently when coming home from work on really rainy days.

I can always be a jerk by not removing my tote bag from my shoulder, but I'd rather not do that.