New article just released! In English this time: How to preserve French language learning during coronavirus school closures theconversation.com/how-to-preserv… via La Conversation Canada #LanguageExposure #confinement

Day 4 #First20DaysandBeyond we focus on supporting DurhamDSB Ss to identify, manage, & express emotions. How can you be present to the social-emotional needs of your Ss? Find strategies here spark.ddsb.ca/en/whats-happe…

Islamic Heritage Month Activities!

Do you have questions about the difference between RealTime and FlexTime learning? Check out our website for more information: bit.ly/2FPZW4m #DDSBInnovation

Le projet de loi 182 (Loi de 2020 modifiant la Loi sur l'emblème franco-ontarien) vient d'être adopté à l'unanimité par les députés de Queen's Park. C'est donc officiel: le drapeau franco-ontarien devient un emblème de l'Ontario, au même titre que le drapeau de la province.

The Franco-Ontarian flag becomes an official emblem of Ontario. Congratulations! 👏 Let's continue to work to promote our rich francophone culture. 🇨🇦

These few key slides are helping to manage my live Core French classes. Timer to start of class allows students to chit-chat prior to class for needed social time, agenda w/reminder to mute for teacher-led time, + slide for student work time. docs.google.com/presentation/d… #OntEdOnline

The FSL Programs Review virtual consultations will be on Oct 1 & 8. We're looking forward to hearing from school communities as we strive to enhance Core French & French Immersion programming. Email [email protected] to register & indicate what consultation you wish to attend.FSL@DDSB

"The prevalence of dementia in countries where more than one language is spoken is 50% lower than in those regions where the population uses only one language to communicate," eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2…

As we begin FSL learning, we need to remember something very key. French is AFRICA. French is NORTH AMERICA. French is ASIA. French is the CARIBBEAN. French is the MIDDLE EAST. French is EUROPE. #lafrancophonie #culturalawareness Oakwood Collegiate #MyOakwood

Look at the new books that arrived today!!! FSL@DDSB DDSB_IndigenousEd

Aujourd’hui nous célébrons la journée des Franco-Ontariens et des Franco-Ontariennes! We raise the flag today to celebrate the French language and the contributions of our French speaking community to the vitality and vibrancy of our beautiful province and nation!

The FSL Programs Review virtual consultations will be on Oct 1 & 8. We're looking forward to hearing from school communities as we strive to enhance Core French & French Immersion programming. Email [email protected] to register & indicate what consultation you wish to attend.FSL@DDSB

Aujourd’hui je porte un chandail orange pour me souvenir de l’impact des pensionnats sur les communautés indigènes à travers nos terres. Today I wear an orange shirt to remember the impact of residential schools on Indigenous communities across our land.

Grateful for Frenchman's Bay PS students DDSB_IndigenousEd #ddsbIndigenous #onted drive.google.com/file/d/1T5aINI…

Hey DDSB STEM, DDSB K-8 Literacy/Numeracy Team & FSL@DDSB: Check out this Gizmo List that has resources in French. j.mp/33w77Iq #gizmos

I’m officially passing the torch to Danielle Hunter, the new FSL facilitator at the DDSB. You’re in good hands ;) I’ve taken on the role of VP at one of our FI schools and would love for you to follow me Sarah Mitchell Let’s continue our twitter-lationship!

If you’re more concerned about someone’s anger about injustice than the injustice itself, especially when the injustice is inflicted on them, you’re prioritizing the wrong thing. A stoic response to injustice guarantees its continuation.

"...incorporating students’ first languages and cultures into the classroom not only enhances learning, but also creates a more inclusive and tolerant Canadian society." Thank you The Source/La Source for this feature article about #LWB2020LSF! thelasource.com/en/2020/10/19/… BC Language Teachers #PSAday

Register NOW! forms.gle/f8BG3M2d16y2SN… OMLTA/AOPLV #FSL #frimm