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Movement in the Classroom

After teaching at an alternative middle school for the past 4 years, the one thing I constantly hear from new students is: “We can move around in your room and not get in trouble?

Preventing the Summer Slide

Perhaps some learning loss is to be expected during summer vacation, but there are reasonable concerns about how the break may weaken students’ reading and math skills.

Math Scores: Why is This a Problem?

There are indications that student math scores are slipping. But there is much that can be done in the classroom to elevate students’ overall understanding of mathematical concepts.

The Orange Shirt Story

The Orange Shirt Story by Phyllis Webstad is an opportunity to learn about our history, reconciliation and to offer hope for the purpose of bettering our Canadian education system.