Kirsten Urdahl-Serr

She was born in England in the '30s. Her father left the family, and her mother raised her and her sister. Her mother couldn't afford to send her to college, and besides, in that time, only 1-in-10 English women went on to be college students. So, she worked a series of secretarial jobs and saved up enough money to eventually travel to Africa hoping to work with animals. That's where she got a gig as an assistant for Dr. Louis Leakey, who recognized her aptitude in noticing things the scientists of those days did not. At 26, with no formal scientific education and limited training, she did her first field research and discovered that chimpanzees use tools, completely upending her field and the broader scientific community overnight. Such a long, extraordinary life, and it all started with a young woman who didn't accept the lot she had been given. Rest in peace, Dr. Jane Goodall. Thanks for everything.

It has been a privilege to be a police officer for 33+ years incredible people & experiences. Thanks to everyone @AbbyPoliceDept – it has been an honour to serve with you all.  You are making a difference. Congratulations to @ChiefWatsonAPD - a great lesder. #Respect #Retired

A heavy three day Run and Ride to Remember to the @BCLEMemorial Bastion. Humbled to be with such amazing police & peace officers who refuse to let evil win and know that a hero remembered never dies. We are stonger together & are there for our @BCRCMP brothers & sisters.

As I start a new school year teaching new teachers, I always come back to how to look for authentic resources. This blog post speaks to what we need to be looking for within the resources we bring into the classroom. Have a read! carolynroberts.net/single-post/cu…

'Stolen' totem pole prepared for return to Canada - BBC News bbc.com/news/uk-scotla…

“The Healing Journey Continues Through Truth and Reconciliation” Saturday September 30, 2023 | 10:00 am – 2:30 pm Memorial Peace Park - information for volunteers or hosting a community booth can be found here: abed.sd42.ca

Colin is a proven leader who cares deeply about the community and the people who are dedicated to keeping everyone safe. I know he will be a great leader for #AbbyPD and continue to build #StrengthInCommunity in #Abbotsford. #Respect #Service.

#MapleRidge Secondary walks for Red Dress Day dlvr.it/Snf5DH

Thanks @abbycanucks forsupporting #GreenShirtDay & and Logan's legacy #LoganBouletEffect to raise awareness for organ donation. It only takes minutes to register & you can give the gift of life. #HumboldtStrong

"It is with mixed emotions that we accept Abbotsford Police Chief Mike Serr’s notice of retirement from the @AbbyPoliceDept. @ChiefSerr has been an outstanding public servant through his more than 30 years of service...

@SkipTheDishes @SkipTheDishes I have sent DM

@Kippy39 Hi there! We'd love a chance to look into this for you. Can you send us a DM? We'll take it from there!

@SkipTheDishes sticker of your GC damaged the code and now I can't redeem the funds given to me by friends. Customer service team devalued the card and hasn't credited my account. I was told 24 hours on Monday and then this morning I was told it would be by 6 pm. Nothing yet

@NadineMcSpadden Looking forward to it! Great lesson. Love the embedded numeracy with art.

@NadineMcSpadden So beautiful

@NadineMcSpadden At CQE?

Our new seed lending library is coming along nicely! Today we dividiid up seeds with the Library Seed Team at the Education Library 🌱 and just in time for the growing season, stay tuned!

Australia will remove the British monarchy from their new bank notes. The nation’s central bank said Thursday its new $5 bill would feature an Indigenous design rather than an image of King Charles III. Learn more: to.pbs.org/3wZwfoZ

Beautiful snowy morning to greet students coming to the Métis focussed leadership event with thx to GEMS, @MetisArtisan @MetisNationBC, and the amazing @SD42ABEDNEWS team for creating a space of learning and connection @sd42news #bced

MOA is now booking digital school programs for Winter 2023! The MOA Education team is excited to offer an expanded schedule for elementary grades. For secondary grades, free, flexible online resources are available to download and use at anytime. Book now: bit.ly/3dcgOyY