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We might not be able to change a student’s home circumstances, but we can make a real difference in their time with us in the classroom.

We are honoured to participate in a smudging ceremony for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation 🌿 A powerful reminder of the importance of healing, respect, and understanding as we acknowledge our shared history and work toward a better future together ❤ 🙏 @WaterlooCDSB

Thank YOU @stannephoenix for a great MLST session..! We loved seeing these awesome Grade 7’s using some universal MLL classroom strategies in action!👍🏻 @WaterlooCDSB

This is awesome! 🙌

Today is the day we remember Rowan, know her story, and empower society to accept concussion education. HIT. STOP. SIT. Our lives depend on it. @WaterlooCDSB @WCDSBLearns #RowansLawDay

Last night @kerrywashington shared a lesson educators need to know about name pronunciation: Ask students for their name phonetically! (i.e. Kamala = Comma-la). Normalize it by sharing yours (Masojc = Ma-soy-ch). ‘I have called you by name: you are mine’ Isaiah 43:1 ❤️ #MLL

—@FutureDr_Drea

1 Mississippi, 2 Mississippi… By the time you count to 60, you can discover a creative and practical classroom practice from a fellow educator! ⏱️ Check out our series of super-short strategy videos: edut.to/3PTNAJY

My wish for every district is that they have copies of #Pathways2Greatness by @dr_aquagirl for #Newcomer programming. @lidle65 & I are planning up a storm here in @adams14schools💫✨🌟

Multilingual learners seamlessly blend their linguistic talents, using the richness of their first language alongside new ones. Their journey is a testament to the beauty of diversity and the power of communication. #CRRP #MentorMoments @barbarammccourt

Congrats to the incredible winners of the WCDSB 2024 Pope Francis Award for Ecological Leadership! Your dedication to environmental stewardship is an inspiration to us all. 🌍✨ #WCDSB #EcologicalLeadership #LaudatoSi ow.ly/t8eP50Sqr9c

Today marks Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day. On June 24, we honour the precursor to Christ and patron saint of converts and French Canada. May his example inspire our community. #StJohnTheBaptist #FaithInEducation #WCDSBStrengthen

Remember that the way you respond to a situation has the power to change the situation.

Searching for new and effective #PBL ideas? Our collection of teacher-tested resources may inspire you. 💡 edut.to/4aoWKWP

Honouring Sharp Dopler this #PrideMonth - a passionate educator and activist of Irish, Aniuyunwiya/Meskwakie/Ashkwakie descent. From Newfoundland to the nation, Sharp advocates for cultural competency, Indigenous history, health education, and anti-oppression.

Today kicks off #Prideseason. This month and year-round, let’s celebrate the dignity and worth of every person, guided by our faith’s call to love and inclusion. Let's embrace this month with open hearts and minds, supporting our 2SLGBTQIA+ students, staff, and community members.

June is #IndigenousPeoplesHistoryMonth! Throughout the month, we'll be highlighting influential Indigenous Canadians who've shaped history. We'll be spotlighting their remarkable contributions all month long. Stay tuned! #NIHM2024

I'm proud to be a Luso Canadian 🇨🇦🇵🇹

Thank you for sharing @Off2Class