Michael Engstrom

Teacher in Louis Riel School Division

[Little Green Thumbs @littlegrnthumbs]

Did you know: plants really do respond to sound. Talking to plants to help them grow is a well-known old gardener's tale, but studies have shown vibration (like music, or perhaps even the sweet sound of your voice) can affect plant growth.

[Michael Engstrom @2bMysterE]

Wrapped up our classroom generosity project this afternoon. These students were so excited to deliver their personalized thank you cards. Thanks to all the adults that help make @marionlrsd a safe and fun school to come to each day.

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Cheers to one awesome and adaptable group of learners! Happy holidays. @marionLRSD

[Michael Engstrom @2bMysterE]

Learned some new techniques during our Halloween potato sculpting lesson. So much fun learning to create 3D sculptures. @marionLRSD

[Michael Engstrom @2bMysterE]

One of our driving questions this year: How do we impact the land?Learning about sustainability and the importance of seed collecting and saving. @marionLRSD

[Michael Engstrom @2bMysterE]

We took some time to leave our rocks within the community. Honouring Canada's truth is not always easy but it is our responsibility as Canadians to share these truths on our path to reconciliation. @marionLRSD

[Michael Engstrom @2bMysterE]

Kicking off the school year with a class election. Lots of conversation around democracy, voting, and fairness @marionLRSD #StudentVoteCanada

[Cult of Pedagogy @cultofpedagogy]

"Instead of asking, “Should I require my students’ cameras to be on?” we should ask, “How do I create a learning space where students feel safe and comfortable turning their cameras on, where students want to see and be seen?”
via @edutopia
https://t.co/tCTvLi2rRA

[Michelle Cavarretta @m_cavarretta]

If a student asks you for an accommodation (ex. an extension) because of their mental health, what do you do? I'll tell you what I do. 1. Validate 2. Accommodate 3. THANK them for prioritizing their mental health! Teach youth that something positive comes out of asking for help.

[Michael Engstrom @2bMysterE]

A fantastic way to end our Remote Science classes for the week. #remotelearning @marionLRSD

[Michael Engstrom @2bMysterE]

Learning how particles behave in different solutions. Hands on learning is where it's at. @marionLRSD

[Michael Engstrom @2bMysterE]

Celebrated Pi Day today. Congrats to Jaela for memorizing the first 70 digits. Way to go! @marionLRSD

[Michael Engstrom @2bMysterE]

We had a memorable afternoon watching the #NASAPerseverance rover land safely on Mars. Way to go #NASA you have inspired many future space scientists today @marionLRSD

[Michael Engstrom @2bMysterE]

A big shoutout to @alanamwhite and her team for introducing my class to their new thrival kits. #mindfulness #mentalhealth #wellbecoming @marionLRSD

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Check out these student infographics promoting a school-wide composting program. #vermicomposting @marionLRSD

[Michael Engstrom @2bMysterE]

Created some holiday gnomes to give away as gifts 🎁 ✨ 😋

[Michael Engstrom @2bMysterE]

Putting the finishing touches on our classroom belonging project. What an incredibly supportive group of learners I have this year. @marionLRSD

[Michael Engstrom @2bMysterE]

Observing our vermi composting worms. Investigating what types of food they prefer to eat. Infographics coming soon... @marionLRSD

[Michael Engstrom @2bMysterE]

Sharing stories of sacrifice, bravery, and courage while showing gratitude and appreciation. @marionLRSD

[Marion School @marionLRSD]

Today and every day #EveryChildMatters at Marion School.