Cultivating Connection Podcast Episode 3: Self-Compassion for Educators with Lisa Baylis

Lisa Baylis is a mindfulness and self-compassion expert, an educator, and a published author from beautiful Vancouver Island. In this episode of Cultivating Connection, we chatted about what educators need to know about mindfulness, self-compassion, and sustainable wellness, as well as Lisa’s tips for how to get started. Lisa shares from an authentic place—she doesn’t […]

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Duncan Tonatiuh Picture Book Discussion Questions & Activities: Global Read Aloud 2021

Global Read Aloud is one of my favourite learning activities!  I love seeing students explore rich literature and connect with other students to share their perspectives. As the Literacy with ICT Teacher Leader for my school division, I support teachers with technology-integration, so the Global Read Aloud provides an awesome opportunity to leverage technology to make

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Global Read Aloud 2021: Dragons in a Bag Discussion Questions

Global Read Aloud Global Read Aloud is one of my favourite learning activities!  I love seeing students explore rich literature and connect with other students to share their perspectives. As the Literacy with ICT Teacher Leader for my school division, I support teachers with technology-integration, so the Global Read Aloud provides an awesome opportunity to leverage

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Global Read Aloud 2021: The Barren Grounds Discussion Questions

The Global Read Aloud Global Read Aloud is one of my favourite learning activities!  I love seeing students explore rich literature and connect with other students to share their perspectives. As the Literacy with ICT Teacher Leader for my school division, I support teachers with technology-integration, so the Global Read Aloud provides an awesome opportunity to

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3 Ways to Set Yourself Up for Success this School Year: Cultivating Connection Podcast

In many ways, September feels like the REAL new year. The habits and routines we establish now can often influence how successful we feel throughout the school year. In this episode, Devon & Leah share three practices that have made a big difference for them, why they work, and how you can customize them to

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Cultivating Connection Podcast: Social Media, Student Leadership & Cultivating Connections with Kerri Malazdrewicz

Listen to guest Kerri Malazdrewicz as she shares about how she uses social media in education and how she fosters student leadership at her school. Plus, hear Kerri’s suggestions for cultivating strong relationships with your students and colleagues!

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Cultivating Connection Podcast: School Improvement and Teaching in the Caribbean

Guest: Danielle Ali Danielle is an educator in Trinidad who is deeply committed to school improvement and adding value through her contributions in the field of education. Devon met her when she traveled to Trinidad and Tobago in 2015 to deliver professional development workshops as part of Project Overseas. In this episode, Danielle tells us

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