This year as I’ve grappled with house culture and how to effectively maintain a strong house culture with changing students I’ve asked many questions of many constituent groups. From former residential staff to current staff to students I’ve examined what it means to have house pride and culture. My journey led me to my HMW […]
Growing up I never thought much about my family ‘culture.’ We had traditions, customs, pride and community in our home. As an only child, I felt an equal responsibility for all things that happened in our home and contributed to its care and structure with chores and responsibility. Fast forward to University and living with […]
As a Residential Head of House I have the unique privilege of living with 27 girls from all over the world. We share stories, our lives, laughter and lots of great food. We learn from each other and we work to form a cohesive house culture and community. After 14+ years living and working in […]
It’s halfway through Day 1 and I’m already excited to see what the year will hold. Collaborating, sharing and a combined experience make a fantastic venue for professional development. After many years of hearing about Cohort21 I’m excited to take part. I’m ready and open to change, to moving forward and to exploring where the […]
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 […]