Today (March 21) is #WorldDownSyndromeDay. The #HDSB is committed to providing an inclusive, caring and equitable learning environment that supports the well-being of all students.

We had an amazing time exploring the Mayan and Egyptian ancient civilizations. To end our hard-work, we had a dance party 🎉Virtual Elementary West Mlle Brown

Class 4-1 & 4-2FI are professional bloggers. Bien fait! 🌈 Virtual Elementary West Mlle Brown

Today my grade 4s created model elevators that can lift their stuffed animals to demonstrate their understanding of pulleys and gears. Incredible scientists and engineers in the making Virtual Elementary West Anna Maria Lalli

Our functional elevators applying knowledge on pulleys and gears! Bravo🎉 Virtual Elementary West HDSB Science & Technology #ISTEM #inquiry Mlle Brown

Merci Mlle Brown for all the memories and fun activities. You will be missed💕 Virtual Elementary West À bientôt et bonne chance avec tout!

While the past year has had many ups and downs, I feel like I have a lot to celebrate. I’ve had two amazing placements with extraordinary mentors and classes, got into my dream school board, became OCT certified and began my dream career. I’m so thankful and grateful.

The most effective classroom management strategy is strong relationships with students.

I’m so excited to start supplying tomorrow and begin my teaching journey!!!!!!!! Woohoo!!!

Today (April 22) is #EarthDay. Let's be kind to our planet, today and every day, and remember that we can all help to make a difference and protect our world. #EarthDay2021

How can we find a greater sense of purpose and meaning? Action for Happiness May calendar is full of actions to help us find more meaning and "Build Back Happier" as society begins to reopen. 🗓️bit.ly/3aRrLGc

As we embark mental health week, I’m so grateful for my students, families & colleagues Virtual Elementary West Mrs. Wheeler You inspire me each and everyday 🥰 HDSB student mental health and well-being

52 Self-Care Ideas for Kids:

Orange Shirt Day is Sept 30. Also known as the #NationalDayforTruthAndReconciliation, this is the first year it will be recognized in Canada as a federal holiday. Read about the history, why orange shirts and what kids can do to get involved: bit.ly/2Q8s82g | #cbckids

True, very true.

Take a few extra minutes and check in on someone tomorrow. See how they are really doing. Give them your undivided attention. Make sure they know you are there for them if needed. This small act could change someone’s life.

First in-person open house was a success!! It was so lovely meeting all the parents Martin Street PS

Today was our school's Terry Fox run. 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️ Students walked, ran and skipped around the schoolyard for an amazing cause. 👏 I walked in honour of Terry, a true Canadian hero 🇨🇦 Martin Street PS

Today all of the grade 5 students at Martin Street PS went on a tour of Milton Town Hall. Mayor Krantz was so incredibly patient and friendly. He taught us all about the role of the municipal government. He even let us hang out in his office and try on the Official Chain of Office!

Vive le vent-dredi!! Martin Street PS