Is your school board opening a new e-school? Do you know any teachers who would like support with teaching remotely? Western’s ‘open’ e-learning modules are now online: online-teacher.ca

My son (8) is not returning to in person school for one reason only - I do not trust that Stephen Lecce and Doug Ford’s plans will keep him safe! Hope that’s clear enough for the two of you! Stephen Lecce Doug Ford #UnsafeSeptemberON #SafeSeptemberON #etfo

Growing up I remember hearing this story in very different context. It’s been 25 yrs today. 4 yrs ago I learned the real story and history that ultimately lead to the tragic death of Dudley George. The pain for this family is very real. #educateyourself lfpress.com/news/local-new…

Have you taught your #ELLearners students this #Accessibility trick yet!? Translated captions in #GoogleMeet! #ELL #RemoteLearning #gSuiteEdu #GoogleEdu #RemoteTeaching x.com/historysandova…

Teachers... #OrangeShirtDay Virtual event for grades 5-12 provides an opportunity to learn first hand from Residential School Survivors, Elders, Knowledge Keepers, artists and leaders from nations and cultures across the country. Info here education.nctr.ca

Virtual elementary learning starts Monday Sept. 14th at 8:50 am. Families should expect to receive a phone call from their homeroom teacher Thursday Sept. 10th or Friday Sept. 11th. Thank you for your patience and we look forward to welcoming you to our virtual school!

End of the 1st day of school with students and I am in tears. Tears of relief and gratitude. #cupe1238 #ETFO rocked it. You made it a positive experience for kids! Tomorrow is another day but today we sigh in relief.

VERY helpful tip for distance learning educators and students!! Just tried it and it works! #WRDSBonline #WRDSBesl

Introducing background blur in #GoogleMeet! Currently rolling out, you’ll be able to blur the surroundings in your Meet video calls while keeping you clear and in focus. This is great for helping limit distractions. Learn more: goo.gle/3msUl4Z

Service Disruption: Internet service disruption impacting LKDSB Virtual Learn at Home Elementary School. We are currently working to resolve the issue. Parents/guardians/students: Visit the school website for further information and updates - lkdsb.net/school/vles/Pa…

Educators: if you use #Jamboard and #GoogleMeet in your classroom, you’re going to love this new update! Jamboard is now integrated with Google Meet, allowing your class to share ideas collaboratively in real time. Get your jam on in video calls: goo.gle/2RLYhjg

Hey educators—the Tech Toolkit for Families and Guardians is here! It contains resources to help guardians better understand their students learning technology, including #GoogleClassroom and #GoogleMeet. Learn more: goo.gle/2HoMWDE

Lots of great #GoogleDrawings templates and a guide for using them! You could even copy them into #GoogleSlides or #GoogleJamboard to use there! #gSuiteEdu #GoogleEdu x.com/jmattmiller/st…

Many still pumping notion that since deaths haven't (yet) started skyrocketing, all is well. Doing so forgets: 💠Essential services stopping for all medical conditions 💠Longhaulers 💠LTC/elderly isolation 💠Healthcare professionals' health 💠Deaths are a lagging indicator

Q for my fellow educators! What are you currently using for a digital grade book?

#LKDSBVirtualLES

👏👏👏 so much this!!

Yes! 👏👏

Just to be clear, the data shows increased COVID positivity rates in children *BEFORE* the holidays. Stephen Lecce is trying to gaslight Ontarians and hide their incompetence. And still no real plan to make schools safe for in-person learning #COVID19Ontario #onted