I had a manager at a restaurant tell me tonight that when hiring teenagers he looks for kids in band and athletics because they know about commitment and have a good work ethic. If you still think playing a sport only teaches you a game, then you’re missing the big picture.

A study of UK classrooms finds evidence that a well-designed physical learning space can boost students’ academic performance in reading, writing, and math by 16%. edut.to/2zCnKVV

Top 12 Reasons NOT to ban BYOD in the Classroom. Something to consider as we approach a new school year. Cc @sylviaduckworth #BYOD #onted #tvdsbtech

Everyone can paint a dot, but focus, concentration and a cool radial design make these really rock! Byron Northview Ryan Chisholm Thx for the inspiration @hlsummers

Some of the best professional learning takes place when you’re hanging out with the teacher down the hall. Workshops and conferences are nice… but they will never replace meaningful collaboration within the school.

Due to road conditions, all #TVDSB schools and administration buildings are closed today.

Artist inspired sticky notes for Northdale Central PS Post It Note Gallery. #8B #Knightsnc

Using fraction card games to solidify our understanding of fractional concepts Northdale Central PS #8B

Way to go #8B! You rocked this math challenge! Northdale Central PS #crosspanelconnections

Putting some finishing touches on our History Fair projects this week. They are coming together! Northdale Central PS #8B #knightsnc #TVDSB

Congratulations to the winners of our History Fair! Looking forward to you representing Northdale Central PS well at the next level! #8B #TVDSB

From the TVDSB Final track and field meet, Northdale Central PS led the way. hometownplay.ca/JUNE22Elementa… Mitchell Hepburn Public School West Nissouri PS Trudeau FI Summers' Corners PS South Dorchester PS Kettle Creek Public School Elgin Court PS John Wise Jaguars Locke’s Public School Springfield PS TVDSB Éva Circé-Côté French Immersion PS Dunwich-Dutton P.S.

Big reveal day Northdale Central PS for the grade 8 upcycled legacy project that will be hung in the hall to encourage kindness, global consumption and repurposing of recyclables! Thanks to the amazing grade 8s for their leadership on this project! #GlobalGoals #KindnessMatters

Had a blast Northdale Central PS first gym riot! Loved the energy, teamwork, and overall awesome kiddos. #teamworkmakesthedreamwork #buildingcommunity Mrs Sleegers

Love it when kids are totally enthralled with the knowledge of our coding expert Cliff Kraeker ! Great growth mindset - students where more than willing to incorporate his suggestions with their own to reach the next level. #codingquest @TLPCanada

And even more credit to the educator Candy Kelly, who originally created this file!

Had a great time working through the first day of Northdale Central PS ‘s 12 Days of Merry Math! Some amazing algebraic thinking happening. Also cool to build school spirit. Thank you Mrs. Smith for the inspiration. Thames Valley DSB #merrymath

Love that Northdale Central PS encouraged us to meet curriculum expectations in creative ways this week! Critical thinking skills, creativity and movement skills were highlighted today - and the kids rocked it!

Getting the conversation started Northdale Central PS #BellLetsTalk