tandy gunn

wife, mom, reader, runner, gardener, kayaker and K-7 principal

[tandy gunn @tlgunn]

THIS is our work… #sd69Qualicum

[Lee Ann Jung, PhD @leeannjung]

📚 Inclusion isn't a checkbox; it's a pledge to dismantle systems that divide and to create environments where every student can thrive. #LeadInclusion #EdLeaders #Teachers #UDL #TeacherTwitter

[tandy gunn @tlgunn]

3 minute video to clarify UDL is a verb. UDL helps us create inclusive classrooms where lessons are based on firm goals with choices for students in how they learn and show what they know with regards to those goals. @HeatherDeering @TrishCathrine @DSpencerDahl @RudyTerpstra

[tandy gunn @tlgunn]

Such a simple statement but oh so layered…@HeatherDeering @TrishCathrine @RudyTerpstra

[Lee Ann Jung, PhD @leeannjung]

Helping students to complete assignments isn't an intervention. Intervention is systematically moving a student to mastery on a critical skill using a research-based practice. #LeadInclusion #sblchat #edchat #masterychat #AcademicChatter #ATAssessment #edleaders #teachertwitter

[tandy gunn @tlgunn]

@SD69Qualicum

[Lee Ann Jung, PhD @leeannjung]

Closing gaps/accelerating learning is not solved with an older model that relies on IEPs/intervention. We have to SHIFT the culture of #education to embrace #UDL as the LINCHPIN of a system of support for ALL students. #LeadInclusion

[tandy gunn @tlgunn]

Behaviour is more often about can’t than won’t. It is time to get curious about behaviour, what it is communicating and to create environments where EVERY student gets what they NEED every day. #equity @TrishCathrine @HeatherDeering @SD69Qualicum

[Monte Syrie @MonteSyrie]

Behavior is communication.

Kids’ apathy is speaking volumes right now.

But I’m not sure we’re listening.

A return to normal is a tone-deaf response.

Seems if we were truly tuned in, we’d be wondering how we might evolve.

Kids are talking to us. Let’s listen.

[tandy gunn @tlgunn]

Fantastic explanation of coming to personal understanding of a curricular competency that then leads to intentional teaching AND assessing of the competency. Thanks for sharing, Shannon! @TrishCathrine @HeatherDeering @RudyTerpstra @SD69Qualicum

[tandy gunn @tlgunn]

Well said - true inclusion means we each make changes in our beliefs and actions. @TrishCathrine @RudyTerpstra @HeatherDeering @SD69Qualicum

[Mrs. Firkin’s Class @firkin_s]

“Inclusivity in the context of teaching & learning does not simply mean that ‘you are allowed to be present here.’” To be included means ‘we have changed ourselves & our practices to make ‘here’ a place where you can thrive.’”
@MisterMinor #powerful

[tandy gunn @tlgunn]

65 dedicated SD 69 educators learning about equitable, accessible, competency based assessment with Katie White tonight. @SD69Qualicum

[tandy gunn @tlgunn]

How are we each supporting the continued shift to big ideas and competencies, not completion of individual tasks/assignments? #learningnotcompliance @HeatherDeering @TrishCathrine @RudyTerpstra

[Lee Ann Jung, PhD @leeannjung]

💥Homework help ≠ intervention. Instead of asking special education teachers to support assignments and homework, let's ask them to support SKILLS and deep UNDERSTANDING. #LeadInclusion #udl #school #Teachers #edchat #EducationForAll #teachertwitter

[tandy gunn @tlgunn]

If you are seeking to support the development of curious, expert, independent, lifelong learners - check this out @SD69Qualicum

[NOIIE @noiie_bc]

We are excited to announce our next learning series: Getting Personal with Inquiry Learning! Join @kjinquiry to explore working with children's personal passions, interests & questions. Space is limited so REGISTER NOW: https://t.co/V5wsvw6fOI

[tandy gunn @tlgunn]

A great opportunity! @SD69Qualicum

[tandy gunn @tlgunn]

@SD69Qualicum @RudyTerpstra @TrishCathrine @HeatherDeering

[Katie White (she/her) @KatieWhite426]

Join the first #ATAssessment chat of the school year on Tuesday night, 6PT/9ET. Familiar & new friends welcome. We’re talking Assessment Routines @SolutionTree_CA @MandyStalets @kenmattingly @AnisaBusby @kenoc7 @joshogilvie4 @DramaQueenBRC @LiviaChanL @Chad_mLang @jfprovencher27

[Lee Ann Jung, PhD @leeannjung]

⚠️ If the special education teacher is being asked to spend their time on homework or assignment help, we limit the time they can provide intervention. #coteaching requires coplanning #LeadInclusion #udlchat #spedchat

[tandy gunn @tlgunn]

UDL design thinking helps us to help students to know what the barriers to learning for them are and to self-advocate to have those needs met. #engagement #expertlearners #selfadvocay @SD69Qualicum

[Etienna Moostoos-Lafferty (she/her) @EtiennaLafferty]

As requested by Twitter friends, I am sharing the link to the 10 Days resource. A special thanks to the Lead Teacher Team @EvergreenCSSD and my pals at @eips https://t.co/OwQyKbcbKi

[tandy gunn @tlgunn]

Presume competence, expect brilliance - one learner at a time. #UDLdesignthinking @TrishCathrine @HeatherDeering @RudyTerpstra

[Cris Tovani @ctovani]

Rigor is a bad word when it’s the same bar for every learner. True rigor is different for every learner and changes based on skill level, conditions, and desire to master the task.

[tandy gunn @tlgunn]

Inclusion starts with the BELIEF that ALL students belong. #easiersaidthandone #worthit @HeatherDeering @TrishCathrine @VivianCollyer

[Lee Ann Jung, PhD @leeannjung]

💌Schools don't become "inclusive schools" by learning strategies and implementing programs. They become inclusive because the people are collaborative, caring, innovators who make it work for each student. #LeadInclusion #kidsdeserveit #masterychat

[tandy gunn @tlgunn]

@SD69Qualcum UDL helps build student agency for all

[Brookes Publishing @BrookesPubCo]

Teach children that it's okay to ask for things that help them learn better. #quote #earlyed #earlyyears