Appreciation

Oct 21, 20212 min read

#200

As an educator, as a parent, and as a citizen of the world, I believe that education, in the true sense of the word, does not focus...

Jun 17, 20212 min read

#182

The end of the school year is a natural time to reflect on the previous school year. This year’s reflection includes the reality that on...

May 6, 20211 min read

#176

With reference to Teacher Appreciation Week, I stated in my May 2018 blog post entitled Appreciation the following: “rather than being...

Nov 26, 20202 min read

#152

I wholeheartedly believe in the notion of gratitude and feel (as shared in my 2018 blog post entitled, Gratitude) that it should infuse...

Nov 12, 20201 min read

#150

With Friday November 13, 2020 being World Kindness Day, it seems apt to share these videos and quotes - some of which have been shared in...

Aug 27, 20203 min read

#139

The outpouring of love and respect for Sir Ken Robinson, who passed away at the weekend, is evident in numerous posts on social media....

Jul 30, 20203 min read

#135

During these most unusual of times, there has - despite the uncertainties - been many silver linings. In my Summer vacation is finally...

Jul 23, 20203 min read

#134

Of all the PD offerings available during the pandemic and the subsequent period of lockdown restrictions being eased, I have - despite...

Jun 11, 20202 min read

#128

May 14, 20201 min read

The Class of 2020 [#123]

In light of the Covid-19 pandemic, graduation events around the world have been cancelled. As a result, schools are devising creative...

Mar 26, 20203 min read

Care and Connection [Blogpost 116]

It is truly amazing to see how people around the world are coming together (virtually) for the common good. I know many families are...

Mar 19, 20204 min read

Compassion and Community [Blogpost 115]

I very much appreciate the aims of the IB programmes [“The aim of all IB programmes is to develop internationally minded people who,...

Mar 5, 20201 min read

Dr. Seuss ~ Some Favourite Quotes [Blogpost 113]

In honour of Dr. Seuss’ birthday (March 2, 1904) - a firm fixture in the calendar of celebrations in many elementary schools - I am...