Stephanie Chaisson

daughter of Labrador, mother to 2 amazing kiddos, 12 stepper, baby trail runner, educator, trying to choose the next right thing

[Canadian Blood Services @CanadasLifeline]

Andrew isn’t 28, but his new stem cells were. So was the anonymous stem cell donor who saved his life.

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[cait @caitngrogan]

It was an honour to represent UNB at the National Trial Advocacy Competition (Sopinka Cup) this weekend. I was very happy to take home the individual award for best examination-in-chief! Thankful to my teammates, coaches, mentors and the organizers!

[CoorDown @coordown]

If we have positive assumptions about people with Down syndrome, we'll give them more opportunities. And maybe these positive assumptions will become reality. #AssumeThatICan #WDSD24 #WorldDownSyndromeDay #EndTheStereotypes

[cait @caitngrogan]

Truly couldn’t have asked for a better partner/team/coach/school/day. Took home first place at the McKelvey Cup with the best co-counsel a girl could ask for. I was honoured to also receive the newly renamed James E. Lockyer Best Advocate award🥲. Next stop, nationals baby!!!!

[Barbara Simpson @JournoBarb]

In other news: If anyone is looking for Premier Higgs tomorrow, he's in Calgary at a fundraising event in his honour. It's being held at the Ranchmen's Club – "Alberta's first and only Platinum-ranked private club."

[COMPASS @COMPASS_ASDS]

https://t.co/IFdRQLLufq

[Mike Commito @mikecommito]

35 years ago today, Sergeant Al Powell helped thwart a terrorist attack at Nakatomi Plaza in Los Angeles. Today we remember his bravery.

[New Brunswick Women's Council @nbwomenscouncil]

Looking for a detailed analysis of the changes to Policy 713? Read our submission to the Child and Youth Advocate’s consultation: https://t.co/xtr4A5fpWA

[Dr. Bryan Pearlman #MaslowBeforeBloom @DrP_Principal]

What Is A Ruckus?
My secretary called and said there was a ruckus in the front hallway. I was really excited to see what was going on. I wanted to know what a ruckus was. I learned that a ruckus was a small boy I hadn’t net yet. The ruckus was ripping our bulletin board off the wall, knocking over a table and cursing.

He turned around & said, “What the F--- are you looking at?” He continued, “You’re fat, bald, and stupid.” I responded with, “You seem to be upset. What do you need? How can I help?” He moved a step closer to me and said, “Are you deaf, too? I just said you’re fat, bald, and stupid.”

My response was, “I heard you just fine. Now I really can tell you are upset. What do you need? How can I help you?” He started crying while re-stating for the 3rd time (in case I missed the other two times), “You’re fat, bald, and stupid.” He then said, “I hate this stupid school; I don’t know why I’m here. I don’t know where my mom is. I hate my foster family.“

He reached his arms out. I asked if he needed a hug and he nodded. I then asked if he wanted to go to my office. He nodded. I let him know that “Dr. P” is here if he needs anything. He sat at my table and put his head down.

He looked me in the eyes and said, “Dr. P, I’m very sorry for everything that I did. I just miss my mom.” I responded by telling him that I appreciate his apology and that I accept it. He then said, “I am also really sorry for calling you those mean things. I didn’t mean it.”

We brainstormed some ideas of what he could do in the future if he was having a tough day. He suggested that he could ask to get a drink, ask for help, or just put his head down. I let him know that these are great strategies. I added that he could always ask to see the counselor or me.

We then discussed how he could be on the lookout for signs that he was getting upset, frustrated, angry, or agitated. He said that he sometimes started to clinch his fists and his breathing changed. I told him that those were good signs and that the body often gives us signs that we are starting to get upset. We both agreed that it was so important to listen to our bodies.

He asked if he could get his backpack and coat. I thought that was an unusual request for 10 a.m. I asked him why he would need his backpack and coat. He replied, “Because I’m going to get suspended like I did at my last school.” I let him know that there may be another plan. He scrunched his face and looked puzzled.

I asked, “How do you think you could fix what you did this morning?” He thought about it for a minute or so and responded with, “I can pick-up what I threw and fix anything that I broke.” I let him know that this seemed like a good plan. He picked up the items that he threw and helped put the bulletin board back on the wall.

I went over the plan for the next time and we made sure he knew what to do in case he got upset, frustrated, angry or agitated again. I said, “Since we’ve agreed on the plan, let’s shake on it to make it official.” He reached out his hand and shook mine. I let him know that he could go back to class. He picked up his bookbag and his jacket and started off to his class. I called his teacher to let him know that he was on his way. His teacher was so happy to welcome him back to class. I never had another problem with him.

A teacher stopped by later that day. She couldn’t understand why he wasn’t suspended. “He called you fat, bald, and stupid.” My response was that it never was about me. I then asked the teacher if any of the comments were false. She looked at me like I was crazy. I let her know that I am fat and bald. Those were both true statements. I also argued that stupid is a relative term. She didn’t like my answer.

How do you deal with colleagues who are fixed mindset, focused on punitive methods or who believe that alternatives to suspensions equate to being soft on discipline?

From the book “Maslow Before Bloom: Basic Human Needs Before Academics”
(https://t.co/IsFQnYpsnh)

[Stephanie Chaisson @shhchaisson]

Well done Caroline and Kate!

[Government of NB @Gov_NB]

We’re excited to announce that period products are now more accessible thanks to a new initiative from NB Public Libraries. These essential items are free and are available to those in need in the bathrooms of all 63 libraries across the province.
https://t.co/m7Zfcxud8C

[Daniel Storey @danielstorey85]

No spoilers, but this is the cleverest football advert I've ever seen.

[Fatima Syed / @fatimabsyed.bsky.social @fatimabsyed]

I just searched "Canadian wildfires" on Google; the top results are from CNN, CBS News & The Guardian.

Google has long threatened to block Canadian journalism for readers in Canada, and it looks like that's started.

That a tech company can control what I can read is terrifying.

[Stephanie Chaisson @shhchaisson]

@thecaitdiaries 😂

[Pride in Education @PIE_GSA]

Although not surprised by the harmful results of the revised #Policy713, Pride in Education is disappointed & stands strongly opposed to the changes to the policy that was intended to protect our most vulnerable youth in New Brunswick schools. Here is our official statement:

[Kelly A. Lamrock, N.B. CYSA @KellyLamrockNB]

Bill 46, amending the Education Act, changes more than governance. It contains significant changes to student rights and inclusive education. The Advocate’s Office was not notified of these changes and has not been consulted on the bill.

[Street Team SJ @StreetTeamSJ]

NEEDED: Applesauce cups/pouches, and fruit cups
We include fruit with every meal. We serve up to 100 meals/week. Message me for drop-off spots. Thank you in advance.

[Stephanie Chaisson @shhchaisson]

@thewrightpage @lanesharrison @HadeelBIbrahim Never heard of jigging before moving to NB

[Stephanie Chaisson @shhchaisson]

@thecaitdiaries I have failed you child 💔

[Stephanie Chaisson @shhchaisson]

@thecaitdiaries Rude

[HMMS @HarryMillerMS]

Tomorrow evening…@KvOasis @KRPFnb will be there; @RPSRavens and QMS families are invited to attend. See you at 6 pm at HMMS