Even though we are not face to face, the final presentations that kicked off today with UBC TELP were incredible. Powerful and purposeful learning connected to reflection and action. Nina Ferguson Brad Kuhn Tim Van Brummelen #TELP5

Welcoming students back to SMS with the message to be true to you. In this time of uncertainty, the one thing we can control is how we feel and how we make others feel. #beyou #sociallydistanced Central Okanagan Public Schools

Honouring #OrangeShirtDay2020 by wearing our orange and writing letters to our local MP’s and MLA’s #EveryChildMatters #bethechange #SMS

Interesting read around the next five years in the global economy.

Transformation complete! Welcome to our Winter Wonderland at Springvalley Middle School #sms Central Okanagan Public Schools Kevin Kaardal Terry Beaudry

COVID style 2020 dance lessons #SMS #makingitwork #learningcohorts

Ss from SMS explored and wondered around an Indigenous Map of Canada. Their levels of compassion, empathy, and inquiry were truly inspiring. Some of their wise words: "It's more like they were given a piece of their own land. That is not right."

Springvalley Middle is ready for a month long celebration of diversity and having the courage to just be you! #beu #sms #harmonyday2021 #sd23harmonyday

The Importance of Presuming Competence youtu.be/6Mq8sQTEhG8 via YouTube

We would love to hear from everyone in our district! Please send us an email! • • #sd23learns #sd23 #districtstudentcouncil

#HappyTeachersDay2021 this is only a small recognition of the extraordinary work educators do everyday. Grateful for the teachers who have guided my own children & also for the teachers I have been lucky enough to work with over the years. To say I am amazed is an understatement.

Creating multiple entry points for beginning writers to connect with writing through play and art. Students transition from “play to pencil” as they add words to their stories. #storyworkshop ⁦Central Okanagan Public Schools⁩ #earlylearning

Kindergartens explore motion through provocation and play with marbles, magnets, dominoes and blocks #inquiry #playtolearn #sd23learns

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Back to School Welcome BBQ at Ecole Hudson Road. We are so lucky to have such an amazing staff and parents! Thank you Nor-Val Rentals #Caringcommunities Central Okanagan Public Schools

For as long as I can remember I wanted to be a teacher. My Mom was a teacher & every day after school I would set up my own class in her room dreaming of when I would have my own. I love my job and I feel incredibly lucky to work alongside so many amazing educators. Central Okanagan Public Schools

Canadian Playful Schools Network Launch RCÉL | CPSN! Creating purposeful play in schools across 41 schools in Canada focusing on the middle years #playjouercanada Central Okanagan Public Schools #hre

What an honour to share the day with Andy Hargreaves and Gladys discussing learning through play and the possibilities ahead RCÉL | CPSN Central Okanagan Public Schools

Last night the Board heard from innovative educators who found great success with their RCÉL | CPSN pilot project! #sd23learns #TogetherWeInspireWonder