I'm excited to be presenting at the Central Alberta Teachers Convention for @callysto_canada in about a month! catca2024.sched.com/mysessions #CATCA2024 Sched

A patient just hugged and thanked me for this. 💜 Every clinic needs one …

“My high school's #robotics program has provided me a space to explore the innovative world of technology. As our team's passion and goals blend to create unique and interesting robots, I have only been left wanting more!” Bev Facey Community High Salisbury Composite #EIPS bit.ly/3OvIrXH

Don't forget tomorrow is #PinkShirtDay! On Feb 28, wear a pink shirt to promote bullying prevention, healthy relationships, compassion and empathy. #LiftEachOtherUp #StopBullying #PinkShirtDay2024

Excited to use some of these resources in class. #digitalcitizenship commonsense.org/education/digi…

This #TeacherAppreciationWeek, let's recognize the dedication and passion of our educators. Record a brief audio message to thank a teacher who has inspired you, and send it our way. Your message may be selected to be featured on our podcast! Your words can make a difference!

Too many popular strategies for teaching reading aren’t actually supported by research. We sifted through to find the ones that are most effective! 🔍

"When a student knows that you care about them, when they know that you're a human, their academic performance is going to be better." That's the power of relationships in schools. 🫶

Assessment doesn’t always have to be stressful—or even serious. Watch teacher Fiona Medley find out what her 3rd and 4th graders know, using an activity infused with creativity, collaboration, and choice. ⭐

With these quick and fun closing activities, reinforcing what students have learned becomes routine. 🔁 🙌 edut.to/3VPnPfJ

Heard of the 9-minute theory? ⏱️ Find out how connecting with students for just 3 minutes, 3x a day, can build relationships and make learning easier. edut.to/3W2ReTM

A multilingual learner is more than their English language proficiency. Sketchnote via 🌍 ναℓєηтιηα gσηzαℓєz

If anyone is looking for a FUN 🤩 ENGAGING activity to use week 1 “Tower of Terror!” - Relationships - Literacy - AI - Gamification - Projects These and so many more in my new book #SchoolOfEngagement 🙌📚to IGNITE student learning! Check it out - amazon.com/dp/B0DBZL1F85?…

Consistent routines, clear expectations, a welcoming environment—these are just as critical for middle schoolers as they are for little ones. How can you get started? 💫

🤔 What helps you feel welcomed? 🤔 How do you typically study for a test or a quiz? 🤔 If you could have 3 wishes, what would they be? Edutopia’s Daniel Leonard compiled effective back-to-school survey questions that can help you support students from day 1. edut.to/4fqCBTf

Really interesting questions here for writing with students. My fav is "What things do all kids know that adults do not?" edutopia.org/article/54-exc…

“When your students are introducing themselves, ask them to share one ‘boring’ fact about themselves. This takes the pressure off of trying to think of an interesting one.” 🧵 1/4

—Marcus Luther

Serving on a city agency has been a good experience where I have learned a lot.