Dr. Rachel Stewart

Proud mentor of the next generation of educators and leaders.

[StClairCollegeLibrary @StClairLibrary]

Our study break puzzles have been a big success! If you up for a challenge, 2000 pieces await 🧩 Check out our games collection and take one home:

https://t.co/mCaJ0w35yo

[Canada @Canada]

Canada is the most educated country in the G7. Almost 60% of the working-age population holds a college or university credential. Thank you to all #Canadian teachers for inspiring a love of lifelong learning! Who's a teacher that inspired you? #WorldTeacherDay 🍎💪📚

[TIME @TIME]

Australia is banning social media for kids under 16.

It’s a bold move, directly targeting some of the world’s most influential companies run by its richest and most powerful men, including Elon Musk—who has dubbed the Albanese government “fascists” https://t.co/iDNdkhdiov

[Roots of Empathy @RootsofEmpathy]

The Teacher Exodus.

Teachers are leaving the profession in droves. In Canada, the U.S., and the U.K., educators are facing unprecedented stress levels leading to burnout. Why? Managing dysregulated student behaviour, inadequate mental health support, education fund deficits, continuous criticism from our polarized societies and more. Let’s not forget the residual effects of the pandemic. We need to talk about how to support our teachers.

Read “Empathy as a Bridge” in Principal Connections by Founder and President Mary Gordon: https://t.co/OlnG5y3dyQ

#EducationCrisis #EmpathyInEducation #MentalHealthMatters #WMHD24 #worldmentalhealthday2024

[Toronto Star @TorontoStar]

Ontario schools can't recruit or retain enough teachers thanks to a “mess” created by the Ford government, Ontario’s four teachers’ unions charge. https://t.co/kG0NzhTPXY

[StClairCollegeLibrary @StClairLibrary]

#bookclubpick Our study room was transformed into a lively #ECE student/faculty book discussion. Judging from the positive vibe, Hidden Potential by @AdamMGrant was a tremendous learning activity. #DYK that we have more motivational titles to check out? Search #Page1plus 📚

[Dr. Rachel Stewart @Prof_Rach_Stew]

Being brave enough to find our #hiddenpotential can be scary. As future educators we are learning how to embrace our mistakes to further our growth. Thank you to @AdamMGrant for writing such a thought provoking book. We are loving this book club selection! @StClairCollege

[𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐝 𝐉𝐨𝐡𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐧 @DrBradJohnson]

Staff morale is everything.

[Dr. Rachel Stewart @Prof_Rach_Stew]

So, is this why the gender pay gap is even worse in the child care profession? Perhaps pay these early learning professionals what they deserve and then there may be enough child care spaces for families who need quality learning for their children.

[Stephen Lecce @Sflecce]

We made history by opening 🇨🇦's largest child care center!

After cutting fees by 50%, I was proud to cut the ribbon at Lullaboo supporting 360 kids with @sandhuamarjot1 & @SherefSabawyPC.

A big win for moms who no longer have to choose between working & raising their kids. 👏🏼👏🏼

[SEL4MA @SEL4MA]

Before- and after-school programs with SEL components offer critical support where students build confidence and a sense of belonging.
https://t.co/b4H4Is35dM

[TeacherGoals @teachergoals]

This is truth! 💯

[The New York Times @nytimes]

“The adolescent brain is kind of like a car that — when it comes to the desire for social feedback — has a hypersensitive gas pedal, with relatively low-functioning brakes,” said the chief science officer at the American Psychological Association. https://t.co/PljZ7b13iH

[edutopia @edutopia]

Here's what needs to happen if we’re going to have a true, evidence-based approach to literacy across all grade levels—and why kids should read like chemists (yes, you read that right). 🧪
https://t.co/pwVzbwloB6

[TCEA @TCEA]

Can we take a note from Ted Lasso? 🍎🍏🐟
Have a great week, yall💙

📸 via @sjunkins
#teachers #k12 #teacherlife

[Dr. Rachel Stewart @Prof_Rach_Stew]

@dr_robynehd Learning from you today was a privilege. Thank you for your authenticity, knowledge, and insight.

[Dan Wuori @DanWuori]

A Harvard professor focused on the future of work says college degrees are becoming less important in the workplace than the social and executive functioning skills mastered (or not) during the years of early childhood. https://t.co/yPN8QcK7Bh

[Education Week @educationweek]

Schools Are Full of Ethical Dilemmas. Can Ethicists Help? https://t.co/yCRCxaTq7l

[Dr. Nicole LePera @Theholisticpsyc]

I stopped being nice so I could be kind.

A Guide To Breaking Free From "Good Girl" Conditioning:

[Dr. Rachel Stewart @Prof_Rach_Stew]

Enrollment is not the problem! Say it louder!!

[Barbara Jackson, MPEd, RECE @barjacks]

There doesn't appear to be a shortage of preservice educators in many areas across the province. There is a shortage of graduates entering into the profession or staying in the profession. Lack of Early Childhood Educators affecting daycare space access https://t.co/vq3mstVwfq