Empowering student voice, connections and identity through novels. We had some proud presenters today at Chimney Hill Elementary. @Surrey_Schools@racialEQ36
The Welcome to Chimney Hill club had over 50 students today. Transitioning to a new country and school can be easier when you make connections in a safe space. @Surrey_Schools@racialEQ36
A big thank you to Elder Kevin Kelly from Kwantlen First Nations for his welcome song, his teachings, and his beautiful drumming. What an honor and privilege for Chimney Hill. @Surrey_Schools@racialEQ36#TruthAndReconciliationDay
“This is the best day of my life” said a Chimney Hill parent today as she left our first weekly tea time. The power of providing space for story, connections, perspective and growth! @Surrey_Schools@racialEQ36
Liking this much more than last weeks “in memory for the letter grade & %” oped which shoulda been an in memoriam… thanks @DramaQueenBRC - Shannon Schinkel: Percentages paint only some of the picture of a student's progress vancouversun.com/opinion/op-ed/… via @VancouverSun
As part of the district's five-year Racial Equity Plan, #SurreySchools has created a new Equity, Diversity & Belonging calendar highlighting various cultural celebrations and observances throughout the year.
Learn more at the link below: surreyschools.ca/_ci/p/154504#SD36learn
Thank ypu @blackschoold for a wonderful evening where educarion staff of all kind got together to dialogue over the results od the black Youth Summit held last month.
I cannot wait to see the workshops and opportunities you offer