This is an important read about the economic impacts the Residential School system had (and still has) on Indigenous people – on those who were forced to attend, as well as on the generations that followed. This needs to be talked about more. 1/2
Love Nish Nation, but remember neither six nations nor new credit... S. Ontario treaty Partners are NOT repped by this Organization. Always more to learn.
“Recent edits to the curriculum undermine our collective efforts to make mathematics learning responsive to students’ lived experiences, support critical thinking, & eliminate oppressive practices that prohibit the effective implementation of a destreamed mathematics curriculum.”
Growing up, my parents would name-drop accomplished Indian mathematicians and scientists with so much pride. I rolled my eyes every time. I recall thinking to myself that if these scientists were in fact so accomplished, I would have heard about them in school. [1/8]
February may be #BlackHistoryMonth, but let’s all consider the contributions of Canadian Black history throughout the year. Here are some resources to help your school community engage in meaningful conversation, engagement, and action.
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We’ve seen this circulating on social media. To @LincolnAlexPS students, it’s okay if you don’t bring these on the first day of school. We understand. We will get there together and in time.
How I interpret racial disparity perpetuates racial disparities. We must dig deeper into ourselves as educators with humility and discomfort. @pgorski @ddsbequity #igniteunlearning
Teacher peeps! I'd love to send you a copy of my new release ABC Science Book! All you have to do is RT and comment the name of your school below. I'll randomly pick 5 winners! Contest ends tomorrow (Fri 24/07/20) @ 11:59PM.
The Equity Department is here. We want to thank you for reaching out, and encourage anyone who is unsure of what a next step might look like to please reach out. Please continue to reach out and check in on Black colleagues and friends. Know that you are not alone.