This. We all belong.
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"True belonging doesn't require you to change who you are; it requires you to be who you are."
- Brené Brown

Today we look to make history 🔥

We are set to play the biggest match in the club's 50 plus year history as we take on LIGA MX side Cruz Azul in the 2025 Concacaf Champions Cup Final.

“As educators, the more we know about who we teach, the more effective we will be with what we teach. Taking time to get to know our students isn’t fluff time, it’s academic time.” —Dr. Justin Tarte

“As educators, the more we know about who we teach, the more effective we will be with what we teach. Taking time to get to know our students isn’t fluff time, it’s academic time.” —Dr. Justin Tarte

#teachers #EduSky #educators

Flames on the roof from the fire are visible from a block away

Thinking of everyone and hoping all are safe, including residents and first responders. For those affected/displaced by the fire in Lynn Valley, theres a staging/reception area set up at Westlynn Baptist Church (1341 27th St). nsem.ca/during-emerg...

DNV Fire & Rescue Services is fighting a large fire at Silverlynn Apartments in Lynn Valley this morning. I am deeply concerned for the safety of everyone affected but I have limited information at present. My thoughts are with the Silverlynn residents and the firefighting crews.

The BCPVPA & our members are grateful to have supported the development of these critical Ministry guidelines bit.ly/RacismResponse that help BC educators in addressing common issues of racial harm in schools & in understanding the impact of incidents of hate on our communities. #edusky

Beautiful!!!

How to Set Neurodiverse-Affirming IEP Goals | Everyday Speech

"Too often, [IEP] goals are written with the assumption that neurodivergent students must adapt to neurotypical behaviors. But what if we shifted the focus to honoring their strengths and supporting authentic engagement?"

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#autism #neurodiversity #OntEd #EduSky

Love this! 🙌

I whole heartedly stand with the teacher on this one! Everyone should always be welcome in a classroom. In my opinion, what the district is doing does not create a safe and welcoming environment for all. It is a teacher’s/school’s job to create that! Good for Sarah! #EveryoneIsWelcomeHere.

Wishing everyone a wonderful and well earned Spring Break! Take time to unplug, unwind and rejuvenate over the next couple of weeks. Find that “something” that “Fills your bucket..”. #SpringBreak #Mindfulness #SEL

Thank you for recognizing these important hero’s in our community. All first responders provide invaluable help and support to so many and in turn, some end up with personal health complications as a result of their service. Remembering them for their service and everything they gave is important ❤️

Team Canada players from the back watching the Canadian flag

Team Canada celebrating their win on the ice

🇨🇦 #4NationsCup. Way to go Canada! 🙌❤️

Group watching presenter

BCPVPA member presenting at a screen

Sending a big thank you to Peter and Carmen from @bcpvpa.bsky.social who joined the North Vancouver Administrators today for a presentation on BCPVPA Member Services and “Know your Contract”. We appreciated your time with our team!! 🙌

Sugarcane has officially been nominated for the Oscar for Best Documentary! Check it out this weekend and make a residential school denialist mad.

Completely agree! Helping teachers to learn and grow their universal strategies helps ALL learners in a class. We don’t need separation, we need to build community. It increases everyone’s sense of belonging and confidence. #EduSky #InclusiveEd #LeadInclusion

How to Help Victims of the LA Wildfires Firefighters have struggled to contain several blazes that were fanned by strong winds that cold worsen.

Watching coverage of the horrific/devastating fires in SoCal. My ❤️ goes out to everyone: those who’ve lost homes, all those displaced, the innocent/panicked animals, + first responders who are tirelessly working while witnessing catastrophic scenes. There are ways to help time.com/7205547/los-...

Love this. Growth mindset and the power that the word “yet” offers can be uplifting for all. #EduSky #GrowthMindset

Experts Say This Skill Will Improve All Of Your Relationships—Here's How To Build It Emotional intelligence is one of the most important skills. Here are 10 therapist-backed tips on improving yours for better mental health and relationships.

Emotional intelligence is important for anyone at any age. Demonstrating self awareness, showing empathy, building social skills + practicing self regulation are skills we use from professional to personal contexts; in particular during difficult conversations. #EduSky www.aol.com/improve-emot...

Meme of Liam Neeson wearing a suit and pointing towards the cameras that says “I don’t know where you are but Happy New Year to you”

Wherever you are and whatever you celebrate, here’s wishing you all the best tonight and this year! Keep those who treat you with kindness, respect, and love close and let the rest go. #HappyNewYear2025

A 3-Step Process for Addressing Disruptive Behavior Teachers can use this strategy to help dysregulated students get back on track and ready to participate in learning.

Distract, debrief and find a resolution. Supporting students to understand why they are acting out and that you are there to help them is so important. “No magic fix..” but don’t we all want and need patience when things feel tough and overwhelming? @edutopia.org 🙌 www.edutopia.org/article/addr...

Black sweatshirt with white writing that says “Principal: noun-just like a normal person only way cooler. See also: amazing, incredible, caring”.

An amazingly thoughtful and kind gift to receive from one of the families I have the pleasure of working with at my school. I will wear it with pride. #LoveMyJob #EduSky #NVSD #HappyHolidays #PrincipalLife

Excited for our learners to have a new school to attend soon!

U of M prof says Murray Sinclair 'changed Canada forever' - APTN News University of Manitoba History and Indigenous Studies Prof. Sean Carleton doesn’t mince words when it...

University of Manitoba History and Indigenous Studies Prof. Sean Carleton doesn't mince words when it comes to the impact of the late Murray Sinclair.

'Quite simply, Murray Sinclair changed Canada forever,' says Carleton on this episode of Face to Face.

The Emotion Wheel The Emotion Wheel helps clients identify, understand, and express emotions, enhancing awareness, regulation, communication, and self-reflection in therapy.

Such a good tool for us all!! The emotion wheel can help us identify more closely “where” we are and how we are doing. Using this tool with students is a reflective way to build SEL language, understanding and competency. #SEL #EduSky www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/comm...

De-escalating the Brain, Not the Behavior When students feel intense emotions, it’s important for teachers to meet them where they are and use strategies that guide them toward self-regulation.

One of the quotes that reflects my behaviour as an educator is: “when little people are overwhelmed by big emotions, it’s our job to share our calm, not join in their chaos.” (L.R. Knost) We can create predictability + calm for our kiddos to help them feel safe #SEL www.edutopia.org/article/emot...

5 Practical Suggestions for Getting Out of a Funk Life's challenges got you down? Here are five ideas that can help.

As the winter solstice gets closer and the days remain darker for now, this is a good reminder of 5 “easy” steps to take to stay connected and energized. It’s never easy to get out of a “funk” but small actions can make a big impact when needed.
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Thank you for the beautiful land acknowledgement and sharing of the teachings gifted to you Leona. I will carry that story with me moving forward to hold the respect and connection to the land and the ancestors that cared for it, no matter where I am.

Leona Prince at a podium delivering her keynote

Leona Prince sharing a page from her book, “Be a Good Ancestor”

Incredibly engaging keynote by Associate Superintendent of Indigenous Education @leonaprince.bsky.social at today Curriculum Implementation gathering for North Vancouver Schools today! Thank you for your time, and teachings. 🙌 🫶🏼 NVSD #IndigenousEducation

A Multi-Tiered Approach to Digital Wellness Schools can take steps to combat the negative effects of social media and empower students to use digital media in safe, healthy ways.

Schools have a role but partnership and support from homes is essential! Homes need to also teach, reinforce and model safe/healthy online behaviours. @edutopia.bsky.social

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