Outreach High School

[Camus @newstart_2024]

Dr. Russell Barkley drops the ADHD reality check most parents miss: On average, kids with ADHD are 30% behind in executive functioning (self-control, persistence, organization, emotional regulation).

A 10-year-old? Treat them like a 7-year-old for responsibility, homework, chores, independence.
A 16-year-old? Driving = handing keys to an 11-year-old.
An 18-year-old in college? Design the campus like it's for 12-year-olds: more accountability, group study with mentors, frequent check-ins, substance-free dorms.

It's not "immaturity" or "laziness"—it's a developmental lag in the brain's CEO system. Expecting chronological-age performance without accommodations creates conflict, failure, shame.

Barkley blunt: If you're demanding more without adjusting the environment, you're the problem—like pushing a dyslexic kid to read normally.

Real examples hit hard: No unsupervised babysitting for a 14-year-old (exec age ~9–10). Legal tragedies show why.

Raw 3:50 clip below. Game-changer for parents, teachers, anyone supporting ADHD.

The 30% rule reframes everything: Lower expectations to executive age, scaffold the environment, watch competence emerge.

Parents of ADHD kids: What's one area (driving, chores, college, babysitting) where applying this 30% shift changed your approach—or could? Drop your story below.

[Hunter Kallay @lazukars]

After 2 years of using ChatGPT, I can say that it is the best technology that has revolutionized my life the most, along with the Internet.

So here are 10 prompts that have transformed my day-to-day life and that could do the same for you in 2026:

[Outreach High School @school_outreach]

Well Brenda walked into school looking like this - she went ALL in as she thought it was Halloween today! 😂We laughed SO much - so a reminder to get your costume ready for NEXT Thursday! 😂😂#loveyouBrenda #halloween2024

[Joanna Borysiak @JoannaBorysiak]

My daughter's Y3 teacher is the absolute GOAT. She single-handedly crocheted a mini-me of each kid in her class as an end of year gift. Approx. 8hrs per doll. Even the hairstyles and clothes are spot on. What a legend.

[Outreach High School @school_outreach]

@_jack_farrell @CanadianPress Congrats Jack! I have enjoyed reading your articles and excited to see where your career takes you! 😄Ms B

[TeacherGoals @teachergoals]

So important.

[Outreach High School @school_outreach]

We took the students not busy with exams to Activate Edmonton! We laughed, we screamed, we were exhausted, and most importantly, we had fun! A big thanks to Bob @PaulKaneHS for taking time to drive us there and back! #thebest

[Shawn Mullin 🇨🇦 @shawnmullin]

So how did Audrey and I end up experiencing the incredible kindness and generosity of being gifted Game 4 Stanley Cup final tickets in Edmonton?

A quick thread on one of the most memorable days of life.

[Outreach High School @school_outreach]

We have a million more photos on our Instagram!

[Outreach High School @school_outreach]

In addition, we had guests from all over the world. From Regina to Ireland to Ukraine, we had family gathering to celebrate! After our ceremony, we had a meal that was prepared by Mr Kozak and his crew that was simply 5 star. It was a fantastic day; we are SO proud! 🎓❤️

[Outreach High School @school_outreach]

Amy Watson, our Indigenous Liaison, ( shown here with our amazing. Tasha) presented Bella and her daughter with a Métis sash. ( and a mini one ❤️). The pride and excitement these kids felt was heart warming.

[Outreach High School @school_outreach]

On June 6th, we had our Outreach graduation ceremony @PaulKaneHS. The venue was perfect & we so appreciate @PKTheatre for sharing their space with us. Our grads felt so special; you know the saying “ look good feel good!” We felt great!

[Outreach High School @school_outreach]

Next, we had Brad Kennedy share Indigenious teachings about the importance of Eagle feather with our First Nation students. The feathers were presented in boxes made by Mr Kozak and his students. The boxes are exquisite and the students felt honoured to receive them!

[Outreach High School @school_outreach]

Sneak Peak for our Long Service Awards this evening! So much fun! @StAlbertPublic

[Outreach High School @school_outreach]

Our hard working facilities crew is busy doing a fitness room renovation for us while we are on Spring Break! We can’t wait to see the results! 😊
@StAlbertPublic

[Outreach High School @school_outreach]

This week our district is celebrating Neurodiversity with posts and announcements to bring about understanding!

[Outreach High School @school_outreach]

A big thank you to @kidsupfrontYEG for the tickets to the @EdmOilKings hockey hooky! It was a great game and a lot of fun! Thanks to Erin for organizing and Bob ( on crutches no less) for driving! 🏒🥅😄

[Paul Kane HS @PaulKaneHS]

Day two on the road visiting the grade 9 @JMDemkoSchool Stars! We can’t wait to welcome you to PK! 💙🤍 #classof2027 #YourStoryStartsHere #GoBlues @StAlbertPublic @KprincipalP

[Outreach High School @school_outreach]

@SportCentral_AB Thank you so much for the donation of skates and helmets! We will put them to good use if the weather cools off!
The big kids were pretty happy! 😃

[Outreach High School @school_outreach]

Thank you to Patricia Toth from our @StAlbertPublic for the talk surrounding Chat GPT and all the impacts it has on schools. So fascinating, and the conversation continues…..