Ways to make math more engaging for students:

Students at a high school in York Region have been awarded perfect marks on their midterm exams in three subjects – not because of their academic performances however, but because they had no teacher.
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Anxiety feels like...

Learning how to say no is a #lifeskill .

Tips for self-care:

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

I led a “Clear Communications Crash Course” for Waterloo Region DSB administrators today. There is a lot of interest in creating more effective communication to meet the needs of students, families, staff, and the larger community.

Parents: Time to ensure your children are up to date with their vaccines!

Please Share Widely

If you believe this #autism myth, change your mindset.

12 Positives of ADHD!

I know plenty of adults move away from their parents. But the story of how I came to live independently is different, because I'm different.
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50 Self-care ideas for educators:

Important soft skills for students to learn in school:
Communication
Collaboration
Problem-solving
Critical thinking
Adaptability
Time management
Creativity
Emotional intelligence
Leadership
Resilience
Self-motivation
Empathy
Networking
Conflict resolution
Cultural competence

Students AND Parents:
Choosing to attend college instead of university does not indicate a lesser intelligence or academic ability.

A former educational assistant is calling attention to the rising violence in Alberta's classrooms. edmonton.ctvnews.ca/once-is-too-ma…

“It makes me feel very good when people like my art,” said artist Joel Jamensky, who has Down syndrome, about sharing his drawings and uplifting message around the world under the name J-Positive. cbc.ca/newsinteractiv…

Getting more and more #Homeroom Ts taking our #Physed AQ with me and YorkUEd ProfLearning. It is so inspiring to see teachers searching for #TeacherPD in #Studentwellness . The Spring Session on 🔥! And it’s only week 2 💥 Ophea PHE Canada | EPS Canada OASPHE True Sport pur Jason 🇨🇦 ⚾⛳

The Health Action Team St. Andrew Catholic Elementary School has started a new wellness initiative called Walking Feet Fridays. During lunch recess, students receive a walking card. After 10 laps around the school yard they win a prize.
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When eight-year-old Emma English discovered her younger brother would have to wait up to three years for an autism assessment, she took it upon herself to raise funds for a faster, private diagnosis.  cbc.ca/news/canada/br…

For fun! What was the first one you used?