Calling #Indigenous youth in #Ontario, do you need $ to help support an amazing idea you have for your community! Apply for #OIYPP2020 now! https://t.co/WVeytsYdvx
#ThoughtForTheDay I wonder if it’s time to go away from “sick days” & allow edu’s to have personal days w/o explanation? Part of being treated like a professional is respecting when we need a mental health day(s) to regroup to be better for our students & colleagues. #Culturize
Lillian Bebamcowai-Dell wiijigaabwitwaan binoojiinhin/standing alongside her students. Damnowin gii zhitoon binoojiinhig will Anishinaabemowaat/She made a game challenging her students to learn their language. Zegendaagozi! @Faymus1@mickstaruck@KevinWass@DukePeltier
Are you a K-12 teacher wanting to talk with students about the historical context of colonial conflicts like what is happening this week in #Wetsuweten territory, I would be happy to share some accessible resources. Please be in touch. Education is part of the solution.
... “that conflicts like this will not be resolved violently or militarily but with negotiated solutions. The document [UNDRIP] directs us to do peaceful negotiated solutions that respect everyone’s rights, and equally.” #UNDRIP#WetsuwetenStrong
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#ThoughtForTheDay 5 Critical Truths All School/District Leaders Must Do to Avoid Potential Undercurrents & Maintain a Healthy Culture:
1. Communicate Effectively
2. Don’t Tolerate Gossip
3. Address Conflict
4. Coach More & Evaluate Less
5. Take Care of Your People
#Culturize
#ThoughtForTheDay Sometimes meetings can get a bad reputation, especially when they are viewed as a waste of time. Meetings that are timely/efficient, structured, have a purpose, improve our collective impact, & leave us feeling inspired to be better can be the norm. #Culturize
Bullying generates:
❌Anxiety;
❌Fear;
❌Stress;
❌Low self-esteem;
❌Low confidence;
❌Depression.
And, has a significant impact on educational outcomes!
Let’s make all schools #SafetoLearn.
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#ThoughtForTheDay We cannot continue to ask those who take pride in their work & are passionate about their job to take on one more thing. Instead, take care of your best people by providing them w/the support they need before they burn out & leave. #Culturize
We want you on our team! Do you want to serve your community and work with some amazing staff and youth? Please tag and share this post with family and friends and come to work with us! Click the link. #ManitoulinIsland#WUT#FirstNations
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A cartoon featuring Indigenous kids learning about culture, country and community that is cheeky and entertaining as it is educational? What’s not to love? https://t.co/Fg3Fl0Ks3X
Did you know that I have an award for a group of children and youth up to the age of 18 who have been doing amazing work on reconciliation and the TRC's Calls to Action? Check it out and nominate a group before March 31! Find the full nomination form here: https://t.co/huqL3SaUnq
SHOUT OUT: Mrs. Arlene McCaffrey’s, Mrs. Ashley’s and Mrs. Evelyn’s (Anishinaabemowin) Grade 1 class.
Their team goal is to create a culturally respectful and inclusive learning space inside and outside their classrooms. Esnaa nishin! Keep up the excellent work. Miigwech.