Director of Education @PeelSchools. "The secret of change is to focus all your energy, not on fighting the old, but on building the new.” -- Socrates

Joined March 2022
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What a treat over the lunch hour! We were lucky to welcome Flashback at head office today, a talented student rock band from @fmssarrows. Made up of students in Grades 9 to 12, they lit up the atrium with their incredible talent. Thank you for sharing your music with us!
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Being interviewed by @OMNITelevision at the opening celebration today about the impact of Malala Yousafzai Public School, designed to unite, uplift, and inspire. Since opening in September, it’s already become a hub of pride for the whole school community.
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Malala once said, “One child, one teacher, one book and one pen can change the world.” This school carries that message forward, nurturing the next generation of leaders and changemakers.
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This is #EducationWeek @FernforestPS! Shining light on this year’s theme, Igniting Minds, Inspiring Futures, each student and staff member shared their unique voice by completing the prompt, “I can light up the world by...” The display is a reminder of how every spark matters!
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If you're going to the spring @ooak_toronto show, you'll understand why we couldn't be prouder of the grade 8 IBT students from @wp_panthers! These young entrepreneurs are getting first-hand experience of what it takes to run a business from scratch.
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They've been working on their businesses since January, perfecting their products, marketing and sales strategies—and the results speak for themselves! All money raised will go towards supporting the school breakfast and nutrition program.
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You can find them showcasing their talents and hard work in the Small Biz section at OOAK until Sunday! Congrats to all students involved and a big thank you to their teacher and school community for the guidance and support.
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Something I've found very valuable is my 'Talk and Tea' sessions with school admins, which I've been doing for a few years. These conversations are all about sharing what’s working well for students and school communities, as well as pinpointing areas for growth and improvement.
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Together, we brainstorm and collaborate on strategies that ensure every learner has the support they need to thrive, no matter their level. I always look forward to these sessions—their insights make all the difference!
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Partner profile: @MeritOntario has officially launched the Merit Ontario ConstructEd Centre @JudithNymanSS! This innovative training hub offers students hands-on experience with heavy equipment simulators, VR training and access to more than 40 online courses.
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Allan A. Martin Sr. P.S. and @PortCreditSS are regional finalists in the 10th annual Samsung Solve for Tomorrow competition! They're using STEM skills to tackle real-world challenges and make a difference in their communities. We’re all cheering you on!  wifihifi.com/samsung-canada-…
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Never doubt the talents of a @PeelSchools teacher. instagram.com/p/DGyh_igS1zH/

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A great profile on the coding and tech club for girls called Megabrights, founded by teacher-librarian @MrSchuermann. He's built an incredible space where girls can develop their skills and confidence in STEM and help their communities at the same time. cbc.ca/news/canada/compsci-g…
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As you can see, I love sharing good news stories from across @PeelSchools—whether it's people making a positive impact or students doing remarkable things in and out of the classroom! Now, you have the chance to nominate individuals making incredible contributions for awards!
Do you have a story of a staff member, student, or family member who has gone above-and-beyond to strengthen your school or board community this school year? 🏆 Nominations for the Awards of Distinction and Excellence for Education Week 2025 are now open. Learn more peelschools.org/news/celebra…
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Nominations close this Friday. Please join us in celebrating the amazing work happening in our school board community!
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Giving students hands-on opportunities to explore careers like this helps them discover passions, build confidence and develop skills learned beyond the classroom. #EdTech #EdChat
Hands-on learning in action! At Try a Trade, students explored construction, flight, & drone simulations, gaining real-world skills in emerging industries. Shaping the future of the @JudithNymanSS @PeelSchools Innovation Hub in partnership with Skills Council of Canada @peel21st
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Congratulations to kindergarten teacher Clovalyn Wilson on your community award and Grade 7 student Jaheem on your creative writing award from Peel United Cultural Partners! Please read the article below to learn more about these inspiring leaders. #PeelProud
Brampton Educator And Student Shine At Black History Awards thecaribbeancamera.com/black…
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