Dawn Butson

Vice-principal. Former Instructional Coach. Lead Learner. Teacher. Mathie. Innovator. SMCDSB.

[Stacey Hopkins @mme_hopkins]

A1. To me, alternative assessments are assessments that really focus on the six Cs of learning - they are non traditional (ie. paper pencil tasks) and can incorporate a wide variety of other skills. Here are some assessments I regularly use with students. #NLMathChat

[Dawn Butson @DL_Buts]

It was a beautiful day to get #creative outdoors! ☀️🍁🎨 @SMCDSB_SNC

[Dawn Butson @DL_Buts]

It was an exciting day at St. Noel with the Fire Department and Sparky on site! Thanks @WasagaBeachFire for educating our Ss about fire safety and letting them tour the fire trucks. 🔥 🚒 @SMCDSB_SNC

[Dawn Butson @DL_Buts]

Today, we kick off the Umbrella Project at St. Noel! We are #grateful for this opportunity to build well-being in our school community. ☔️ @SMCDSB_SNC

[The Umbrella Project @umbrellapjct]

October's skill is #gratitude. Practice every day. #umbrellaskills ☂️

[Dawn Butson @DL_Buts]

National Day of Truth and Reconciliation was a day of listening, learning and reflection. Our heart gardens honour residential school survivors and their families. 🧡🧡#TruthAndReconciliation #OrangeShirtDay2022 @SMCDSB_SNC

[Dr. Robyn Michaud @GiwedinAnangKwe]

Orange Shirt Day should not be a called or turned into a “celebration”. It is our Remembrance Day. We honour and observe. This day represents many lost children and widespread intergenerational trauma. Its a time to learn and reflect. #EveryChildMatters

[Dawn Butson @DL_Buts]

Coding with Micro:bits in the VP office! The office should NOT be viewed as a negative place to visit. Spending time with Ss, especially when they are struggling, can go a long way. Building relationships sets Ss up for success. @SMCDSB_SNC

[Dawn Butson @DL_Buts]

What an inspirational day! There was lots of energy at our Terry Fox walk! Way to go SNC, we reached our school donation goal. 🏃‍♂️ #terryfox #anythingispossible @SMCDSB_SNC

[Danny Steele @SteeleThoughts]

One of my favorite things about school culture… is that everyone gets to contribute to it. It is not just a reflection of the administration or the leadership team; it is a reflection of everyone.

[Dawn Butson @DL_Buts]

St. Noel’s entrance is much more exciting now that our digital signage is up and running. Thanks Mr. Grant for helping with this! We will be able to communicate information, showcase student work and share pictures of our school community in action. #leveragedigital @SMCDSB_SNC

[Dawn Butson @DL_Buts]

Book deliveries are the best!! I can’t wait to get into this one. #deepdiversity #bookclub

[Dawn Butson @DL_Buts]

Our St. Noel Kindies made the news with their special mail delivery from #Queen Elizabeth. ✉️ 👑 @SMCDSB_SNC @SMCDSB https://t.co/ezZ2Pr1SRU via @CTVBarrieNews

[Dawn Butson @DL_Buts]

The #creativity was flowing in grade 3 today! The students were excited share their dot art that was showcased in their gallery. Make your mark!! 🔴🟣🔵🟢🟡 #InternationalDotDay #dotday @SMCDSB_SNC

[Dawn Butson @DL_Buts]

Attn: ROYAL AIR delivery to St. Noel!! 👑 ✈️ Our JK/SK class sent a letter Queen Elizabeth II during her Platinum Jubilee and they received a letter back today (dated Aug. 25th). What an incredible gift! @SMCDSB_SNC @SMCDSB

[Dawn Butson @DL_Buts]

@ErmaLuis1 @Bigideasinedu @iamnoadaniel @rchids @matt_anderton @MrsGouett @mssuzannesmart @mrccheney @PavWander @MasojcA @msjessweber @HSolway Me!

[Dawn Butson @DL_Buts]

What an awesome first week at SNC! Our incredible staff welcomed our students back with such positivity. There is a distinct community feel at SNC and a sense of belonging and I am grateful to be a part of it. #strongerbettertogether #weliveatthebeach @SMCDSB_SNC

[Dawn Butson @DL_Buts]

St. Noel staff kicked off our day with a photo scavenger hunt. There were lots of smiles, communication and team spirit. 📷 #strongerbettertogether @SMCDSB_SNC

[Dawn Butson @DL_Buts]

Look at these great outdoor learning areas at St. Noel! Not all classrooms have 4 walls. I can’t wait to see these spaces lively with students!🌲 🌳 @SMCDSB_SNC

[Dawn Butson @DL_Buts]

@msjessweber @StMichaelAngels Good luck Jess!! St. Mike’s is a great school.

[Dawn Butson @DL_Buts]

Every new beginning comes from some other beginning’s end! WCDSB has been my “home” for 15 years but I have made a big life decision to switch boards and move back to my actual hometown.❤️ I am excited for my new beginning as VP at St. Noel Chabanel. @SMCDSB @SMCDSB_SNC