Teach like a Bosse

Science of Reading Links for Podcast Ontario Human Rights Commission - Right to Read Inquiry •Executive Summary: https://www.ohrc.on.ca/en/right-to-read-inquiry-report/executive-summary •Full Report: https://www.ohrc.on.ca/en/right-to-read-inquiry-report National Reading Panel (USA 2000) •National Reading Panel - https://www.nichd.nih.gov/publications/pubs/nrp/findings Reading League - A group of interdisciplinary researchers working to communicate findings from the collective body of reading research •Reading League – https://www.thereadingleague.org/knowledge-base/ •Check out their fun kids show for insight as to many of the ‘working parts' of evidence-based reading instruction! https://www.youtube.com/c/ReadingBuddiesTRL/featured Stanislas Dehaene - Cognitive Neuroscientist explaining how reading happens in the brain. •Full video (20 minutes) https://youtu.be/25GI3-kiLdo

Have you ever wondered what ESD stands for and how you can integrate it in your classroom and school? Goulter School staff members come together to share their passion for education for sustainable development in this episode of Teach like a Bosse. -what it is -projects grounded in ESD principles such as True Colours Day that celebrate diversity -their involvement in the Eco-Globe Schools program. Learn more here: https://www.edu.gov.mb.ca/k12/esd/eco_globe/ -making ESD multimodal so that children can connect with the principles in different ways -the link between ESD and Indigenous teachings Find out more at Manitoba Education and Early Childhood Learning: https://www.edu.gov.mb.ca/k12/esd/index.html

You can't teach like a bosse unless you take care of yourself like one. On January 1, 2022, MTS unveiled its new Member and Family Assistance Program, featuring counselling services offered through HumanaCare. This program replaces MTS' Educator Assistance Program (EAP). Through HumanaCare, MTS members and eligible family can receive one-on-one counselling, as well as an array of other wholistic support services. These include family, relationship, grief and bereavement counselling, as well as support for substance use, depression, work related stress, diet and nutrition, even legal and financial counselling. In this episode of Teach like a Bosse, teachers Julie Hole and Natasha Peper walk us through the HumanaCare website and explain some of the many services. To request services 24/7, any day of the year, connect by calling 1-800-661-8193 or going online at www.humanacare.com/mts

Do you remember back to your student teaching days? Would you be interested in hosting a student teacher someday? Listen to the newest episode of Teach Like a Bosse as we interview some of Fort La Bosse's student teachers. We learn more about: -their programs of study -why they wanted to become teachers -goals for their placements -favourite resources and books -their future aspirations -their advice for practicing teachers who mentor student teachers Episode 6 is jam-packed full of interesting interviews and new ideas to help you teach (and mentor) like a bosse!

Have you ever wondered what it's like to teach at a Hutterian colony? In this episode, we're joined by some of our Fort La Bosse colleagues who teach at Boundary Lane and Plainview Colony schools. Mike Thiessen interviewed these four educators to learn more about their teaching practices, memorable moments, and Hutterian colony life. Tune in to find out how they teach like bosses in a very unique and special setting.

In this new episode of Teach like a Bosse, we focus on a great example of service learning at Oak Lake Community School...the 21st Century Seniors project. What is service learning? According to Eyler and Giles (1999), service learning is a form of experiential education where learning occurs through a cycle of action and reflection. Students collaborate with others through a process of applying what they are learning to community problems. At the same time, they reflect upon their experience as they seek to achieve real objectives for the community and deeper understanding for themselves. Service learning is a flexible pedagogy which can be used in a variety of classroom and community settings. Students, community partners, and teachers are key players in developing effective service learning activities. Service learning is connected to the curriculum and is organized around clear learning goals. This pedagogical approach provides meaningful service activities which address real community needs as defined by the community; Most often, service learning projects are interdisciplinary, spanning multiple subject areas, and facilitate communication and collaboration skills. Learn more here.

Have you ever wondered about continuing your education as a teacher? VCI teacher Cody McPhee interviews Tricia Hayward and Carrie Tapp about their pursuit of graduate degrees. In this interesting conversation, these Fort La Bosse teachers discuss the advantages of further education as well as the challenges and strategies for success. These three educators who have enrolled in three different programs at three different universities offer a wealth of advice and information if you're considering a similar path.

"Educational assistants (EAs) provide a valuable contribution to classrooms in Manitoba. An educational assistant supports the work of professional staff, such as teachers and clinicians. They are valued members of the school community who make a significant contribution to the work of the school and toward the education of all students." Manitoba Teachers' Society, Teachers and Educational Assistants: Roles and Responsibilities (available at http://www.mbteach.org/pdfs/hb/HB-TandEA_Manual_ENG.pdf). Tune in to this month's episode to hear an interview with Teresa Sanheim, student services administrator, as well as listen to the thoughts shared by our EAs in a survey. This month's podcast is a shout-out to our educational assistants who are such important members of the educational team. Thank you for all that you do!

Pandemic teaching is getting old, so this episode of Teach like a Bosse is all about freshening up your classroom practice with new tools and ideas. Keep listening to find out how you can spice things up with discussion tools, podcasts and audiobooks, fun formative assessment, and book creation and response to text. Whether you teach Kindergarten or Grade 12, we guarantee that you'll find something new to try in this jam-packed episode.

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 all about the school system in Trinidad and shares her passion for school improvement and ongoing professional learning. It's jam-packed with interesting information about what school looks like in this island country and we know you'll find Danielle totally inspiring as she shares about her career and her commitment to making a difference!

The best professional learning arises from a true need. This fall, nine Fort La Bosse teachers came together to apply for a Manitoba Teachers' Society collaborative learning team grant. We were eager to learn more about Indigenous education, culture, and history, with the goal of increasing our knowledge and comfort level. Although enhancing classroom practice was the ultimate goal, we felt that real change would be difficult without a deeper understanding of the issues. We decided that the best way to accomplish this was through reading and discussing Indigenous literature in a facilitated book club format. With the generous support of MTS and facilitator Bryanne DeRoo, the following teachers met four times: Brenda Masson, Cheryl Klassen, Debbie Leslie, Lisa Pearn, Julie Hole, Julie Sabourin, Tricia Hayward, Karyn Penner, and Devon Caldwell. We read one book together, The Reason You Walk by Wab Kinew, and then made individual book choices to explore a number of Indigenous authors such as David A. Robertson, Jesse Thistle, and Richard Wagamese. We also participated in a powerful session on Indigenous language, stories, and the path to reconciliation with MTS staff officer Sarah Gazan. We're excited to share what we read and what our biggest takeaways are in this brand-new episode of Teach like a Bosse. We also plan to continue learning together as a book club next year. If this sounds like your kind of professional learning opportunity, please reach out to any of this year's members and let us know. Thanks for tuning in!

Mental health is always an important topic, and as this pandemic continues to drag on, it’s really coming to the forefront. Fortunately, we have great mental health supports right in Fort La Bosse. In this episode of Teach like a Bosse, Devon spends some time chatting with our new school counsellor, Courtney Bertrand. In this 30 minute episode, Courtney shares information on three important topics: 1) How educators can support students and families during this difficult time 2) Strategies and resources that educators can access to care for themselves 3) Her own self-care practices that maintain her mental health and overall wellness Join us as we explore mental health in schools during a pandemic.

Jennifer Casa-Todd is a well-known Canadian teacher-librarian and author of Social LEADia: Moving Students from Digital Citizenship to Digital Leadership. Listen in as Jennifer shares about how she uses social media in her teaching practice, her favourite books (she's all about young adult fiction these days), how she takes care of herself (hint: it's not about disconnecting), and her go-to tech tools.

Online learning platforms and portfolio tools have come to the forefront in the last twelve months. Often considered the domain of early years teachers and students, Seesaw is a powerful (and free) classroom platform that fosters communication, sharing, reflection, and feedback. This episode is NOT just for Kindergarten-Grade 4 teachers--Seesaw ambassador Laura Hey walks us through how she uses Seesaw in her Grade 3 classroom, the opportunities to integrate it with Google Classroom, and why this tool truly stands out. Seesaw Information, Resources, and Professional Learning Communities https://web.seesaw.me/ Teaching with Neons Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/teachingwithneons

Join Mike Thiessen as he chats with Debbie Leslie and Jenn Anderson about how they use technology to support students with diverse needs. They share their favourite tools and apps to enhance academic and social skills, fine motor development, accessibility, and self-regulation. Jenn and Debbie also discuss the successes and challenges they've experienced and pitfalls to avoid with assistive technology.

Tawnis McLeod is well-known in Fort La Bosse School Division as a passionate reader, lover of books, and expert librarian. Tune in as Julie Hole and Julie Sabourin chat with Tawnis and discuss Elkhorn School's extensive library collection. Listen right until the end as all three share book recommendations to help you discover your holiday read!

Grade 6 students share their experiences during the pandemic—both in and out of school. Tune in to learn how COVID-19 is impacting their lives, what they think about remote learning, and the surprising silver linings of this difficult time. 

In this collaborative first anniversary episode, Mark Keown and Devon Caldwell are joined by Michelle Lam and Dr. Jackie Kirk, co-hosts of BU CARES Research Connection podcast. As you listen, you'll learn more about how to get started with podcasting and recommended tools/software/apps. All four hosts share the lessons they've learned about podcasting, favourite episodes they've recorded, and the podcasts they love to listen to. Tune in to discover how to teach like a bosse with podcasts! Check out the BU CARES (Brandon University Centre for Aboriginal and Rural Education Studies) podcast, Research Connection--you can find it on all major podcast platforms.

Join Devon Caldwell as she chats with Dr. Eva Brown (@ebrownorama) about disruptions to education--the challenges experienced and opportunities available to educators during pandemic teaching. Dr. Brown is a passionate lifelong learner who offers suggestions for how teachers can leverage technology to teach like a bosse! Connect with Dr. Brown on Twitter!More information on Tech Manitoba available here. 

Happy summer holidays teacher friends! You've taught like a bosse for the last ten months, now it's time to take care of yourself like a bosse...and the June episode is packed full of suggestions for self-care and wellness. This unique episode is a compilation of three different interviews on three different topics.FITNESS: Mark Keown chats with Julie Mathieson, VCI high school teacher and fitness instructor, about the importance of adding physical fitness into your daily life. Julie shares suggestions for establishing a routine as well as activities to try. Julie owns FORM Studio outside of Virden, and offers a variety of fitness classes. Connect with Julie on Instagram and learn more about her studio here.YOGA: Devon Caldwell visits with Chantalle Crepeele, middle years teacher at Betty Gibson School in Brandon School Division and yoga instructor at The Zen Zone. Devon and Chantalle discuss yoga, breathwork, and mindfulness practices for the classroom as well as for teacher self-care. Follow these links to check out the resources mentioned in this episode: MindUP program, Pause Breathwork, Headspace (free for educators), Calm, and Insight Timer. Connect with Chantalle on Instagram or practice with her at The Zen Zone Brandon. MENTAL HEALTH: Mike Thiessen interviews Chelsea Braybrook, a psychiatric nurse and school counsellor in Fort La Bosse School Division. They explore the impacts of the pandemic on teachers and discuss how teachers can take care of themselves physically, emotionally, and spiritually for optimal mental health. Connect with Chelsea by emailing her at cbraybrook@flbsd.mb.ca. 

Join professional development co-chair Mark Keown as he discusses pandemic remote teaching and learning practices with four special guests: Tyler Mitchell, Regan Brereton-Waller, Keely Woods, and Deb Peters. Sharing their experiences from a variety of grade levels and positions, these Fort La Bosse teachers relate their triumphs and challenges as they overcome distance to teach like a bosse during one of the strangest times in our history. 

In the aftermath of the Nova Scotia tragedy, Mark Keown, Virden Collegiate principal and PD co-chair, explores a very timely topic--keeping schools and communities safe.  He is joined by Don Nahachewsky (Virden Junior High principal) and Teresa Sanheim (student services coordinator) as they discuss the protocols and procedures in place through VTRA (Violence Threat Risk Assessment) in Fort La Bosse School Division. 

Join host Devon Caldwell as she discusses remote learning with Park West School Division's LwICT teacher leader.  As a technology coach, Leah supports teachers in their efforts to take learning online during the COVID-19 pandemic.  In this episode, Leah shares what is working well, the challenges teachers are facing, and her top 3 tools you need to try! Follow Leah on social media @leaho77 @mrsobach and check out her blog, The Passionate Educator, at http://mrsobachsclass.blogspot.com/. 

Join host Julie Hole as Fort La Bosse School Division/Manitoba Rural Learning Consortium (mRLC) facilitators Brad Hayward and Tara Pitz share their experiences with the Numeracy Achievement Project.  Learn more about this program (including pacing and spiral curriculum), what's happening in middle years classrooms, and future directions with these local numeracy experts! 

In episode 4, Mike Thiessen (ICT consultant) chats with Linda Eastman and Lola Thunderchild about their roles in sharing Indigenous culture, language, and teachings in Fort La Bosse School Division.  Humour and storytelling make this episode a memorable one!  Listen to find out how you can integrate Indigenous perspectives into your classroom practice and access a wealth of human and material resources to teach like a BOSSE!

Thinking about mentoring a student teacher? Or maybe another pre-service teacher is arriving in your classroom this March? Well this podcast is for YOU!  Student teachers share what they wish their cooperating teachers knew--including the best ways to help support and guide them.  Tune in for another great episode that will help you (and your student teacher) TEACH LIKE A BOSSE!

Tune in to this second episode as retired teachers share what they know now that they wish they knew then!  During an informal interview, retired educators Lori Greig and Laura Wright recount their most powerful professional learning experiences and significant life lessons from a career in teaching.  Every educator will take something away from this humorous and inspiring conversation!

Do you know who is planning your professional learning?  Find out more about the people who serve on Fort La Bosse School Division's professional development committee in the first-ever episode of Teach like a Bosse.  Discover more about these educators as they share their most impactful professional learning experiences and what has inspired them to teach like a BOSSE!