Next week is my school’s major art show. It is an evening of music, drama, art and so much more. Weeks of practicing, preparing and getting ready for it is exhausting but I can’t wait to celebrate my boys. Sadly it does mean I miss the final Cohort gathering. If you’re in Toronto and interested, […]
Cohort F2F #3 was great. Not only did I love the sweet nametags @jmedved @gnichols and team created, I liked the fact it was less about writing and more about engaging. I joined Cohort as an opportunity not just to explore my own growth as a teacher but to connect with colleagues and like-minded peers. This one […]
In two different conversations, Tim Ferriss’ Tribe of Mentors came to my attention. Both in the context of my Cohort idea and a project I’m spearheading at school. I’m fascinated by them and trying to answer them myself. Very self-reflective. I thought I’d take a moment to write a quick blog about it. If you […]
I’m not sure if anyone else felt the same but my brain hurt after our meeting. It was exhausted. I thought I’d take a moment to reflect on some of the things that stuck in my mind. I’d love to hear what resonated with you. What does it mean to be innovative? This was a […]
As we approach our second F2F meeting, I am excited about diving in and exploring new ideas. I feel a bit overwhelmed by the ideas that I have already. I also wonder if I’m prepared enough. I even wonder if I did my ‘homework’ enough to bring something to the table. How will I transform […]
“[Kids] don’t remember what you try to teach them. They remember what you are.” – Jim Hensen “In learning, you will teach, and in teaching, you will learn.” – Phil Collins “Real learning comes about when the competitive spirit has ceased.” – Jiddu Krishnamurti “Seek opportunities to show you care. The smallest gestures often make […]
Welcome to Cohort 21. This is the first post on your new blog. This journal is an integral part of your Cohort 21 experience. Here you will reflect, share and collaborate as you move through the C21 learning cycle towards your action plan. Cohort 21 is a unique professional development opportunity open to CIS Ontario […]