Cohort 21 | Sam Welbourn | Activity https://cohort21.com/members/swelbourn/activity/ Activity feed for Sam Welbourn. Sun, 07 Jun 2026 12:14:40 -0400 https://buddypress.org/?v= en-CA 30 hourly 2 4a95718f51c4c13ad359e9b75dde2bb8 Sam Welbourn and Adam Caplan are now friends https://cohort21.com/activity-streams/p/13693/ Sat, 05 Oct 2024 17:53:48 -0400 0 fad65c99c74c0009fcbe738a39edf857 Sam Welbourn posted a new activity comment https://cohort21.com/heatherpeters/2022/09/30/what-is-going-well/#comment-6 Mon, 17 Apr 2023 18:07:11 -0400 I love hearing that you left the first Cohort 21 face-to-face feeling “inspired, passionate, creative, driven and supported.” How fantastic to have this opportunity for professional development at this stage in your career! Also, how lucky for your school to have a teacher so focused on supporting your learners through the development of…Read more

In reply to - Heather Peters wrote a new post on the site HeatherPeters Hello Party People! And welcome to my blog… I suppose I’ve been putting this off a bit. I walked into Cohort 21’s first face-to-face meeting a few weeks […] ]]> de2b0a7286195cd28800f3f1c57c7d31 Sam Welbourn posted a new activity comment https://cohort21.com/samwelbourn/2022/11/18/keep-cut-curate/#comment-60 Fri, 18 Nov 2022 20:56:11 -0500 Thank you so much,Tamara! I feel as though you are speaking directly to my heart and soul! I’ve been waiting for years for the opportunity to meet you in person and I am so thrilled to be connected through @lbettencourt and now through our Boundary Busters group. I deeply appreciate the sharing of these resources and am so deeply curious to know…Read more

In reply to - Sam Welbourn wrote a new post on the site Sam Welbourn This month, our Advisor board reads, “Trust the process.” It was chosen by my group of Grade 9-12 students and hangs in the Art Room. In moments of con […] ]]> f06f739b4486af3ddbd1475b3313654b Sam Welbourn wrote a new post on the site Sam Welbourn https://cohort21.com/samwelbourn/?p=1314 Fri, 18 Nov 2022 17:03:28 -0500 This month, our Advisor board reads, “Trust the process.” It was chosen by my group of Grade 9-12 students and hangs in the Art Room. In moments of conversation, when sharing ideas and talking through issues tha […]

]]> c39dd66a0f93e080414cc77a8f46c369 Sam Welbourn posted a new activity comment https://cohort21.com/annalizavillanueva/2022/01/05/the-process-of-discovery/#comment-8 Fri, 14 Jan 2022 22:07:42 -0500 @avillanueva this is such a great post and you are iterating such valuable questions! I have had Atomic Habits on my “must-read” list for a long time and after reading your post you’ve made me want to put it right at the top again! I love how you are focusing on your students, expressing your commitment to developing your lens and skills alongside…Read more

In reply to - Anna Liza Villanueva wrote a new post on the site Anna Liza Villanueva In my last post, I talked about a personal lived experience that stood with me through time. Here is the excerpt: “Growing up, I  […] ]]> 8ab32c7b606d1b20fa654d059020f375 Sam Welbourn posted a new activity comment https://cohort21.com/chriswalasek/2021/11/15/movember-a-cause-that-is-both-urgent-and-important/#comment-7 Wed, 12 Jan 2022 03:06:35 -0500 Dear Chris,
We haven’t had the opportunity to meet, yet your blog brought me to tears. I am deeply sorry for your loss and cannot imagine your immense pain and sorrow. To hear that you are receiving support from your community at UTS is wonderful and I hope those around you continue to help you navigate as you begin to find your way forward.…Read more

In reply to - Chris Walasek wrote a new post on the site Chris Walasek In May of this year, my brother Michael passed away unexpectedly as a result of suicide. Though everyone’s experience of loss is different, I have found t […] ]]> 6a14e096111c3377a5e17ad1e51ab5a1 Sam Welbourn posted a new activity comment https://cohort21.com/brandonblack/2021/10/21/the-biggest-issue-facing-educators/#comment-130 Sun, 21 Nov 2021 14:48:12 -0500 Brandon,
I appreciate your post and the bravery that it takes to admit when it’s all too much. I hope you know you are not alone in these feelings and I think it’s important that we all speak up and connect to support one another. Authentic posts, like yours, help to normalize these feelings and that’s a huge help to others. Each day we see a…Read more

In reply to - bblack wrote a new post on the site Brandon Black After coming home overwhelmed and exhausted yet again, one of countless times since the start of September, I thought to myself, “What are the biggest issues y […] ]]> f9d9198fa5d6357ac0dd5bb93acdba00 Sam Welbourn posted a new activity comment https://cohort21.com/angelaiorio/2021/10/08/what-is-going-well/#comment-3 Mon, 15 Nov 2021 17:31:39 -0500 @aiorio this is such an inspiring way to view approaches to learning – “By ensuring that the children have multiple entry points to virtually all assignments, all students could feel that their education is also an exploration and expression of their identities.” To provide students with opportunities to find personal meaning and connection with…Read more

In reply to - Angela Iorio wrote a new post on the site Angela Iorio Question 1: During the first face to face we used the language of Urgent vs Important to help frame our discussions and thinking around the use TIME. […] ]]> 7c45c6ce5cdd1f8ad7037f4e572af24e Sam Welbourn posted a new activity comment https://cohort21.com/daniklein/2021/04/30/doing-my-very-not-worst/#comment-16 Sat, 01 May 2021 12:31:59 -0400 Dani! This is an amazing post! I hear you, “Everything was harder. Everything was lonely. Everything took longer and needed to be redesigned for virtual learning.” I’m so happy you have not only been able to survive – but thrive! I am in awe of your documented growth and learning. Thank you for sharing your journey with us and I agree, it’s so…Read more

In reply to - Dani Klein wrote a new post on the site Dani Klein I have this metaphor for what it’s like to teach in a pandemic. You’re swimming in the ocean and at first you’re doing fine; treading mostly, but you’re managing […] ]]> a99a97fbbae39c60c9a8b933b734ab02 Sam Welbourn and Elissa Gelleny are now friends https://cohort21.com/activity-streams/p/12000/ Sat, 01 May 2021 11:21:12 -0400 0 e080ea9009dd9a0dd99c82a125aee3fe Sam Welbourn wrote a new post on the site Sam Welbourn https://cohort21.com/samwelbourn/?p=1308 Sat, 01 May 2021 03:11:37 -0400 This year I set out to survive. I set out to make sure I could find a way to continue to lead and to develop enough resilience to go the distance with my students and leadership team. Truthfully, I’m not sure w […]

]]> a954f850d0bd4e9480b0107077aaa454 Sam Welbourn posted a new activity comment https://cohort21.com/maylu/2020/09/13/good-is-good-enough/#comment-29 Wed, 02 Dec 2020 02:02:26 -0500 May, this post is a generous gift to so many who struggle to accept that “good is good enough”. Earlier this year, I tried to remind myself that “done is better than perfect”…. but it’s even hard to be done …ever… am I right?! The way you speak so openly and honestly about the challenges you’re facing and everything that is on your plate is…Read more

In reply to - maylu wrote a new post on the site May Lu It’s been awhile since I’ve found myself here. In March, we had a quick pivot to online that I found myself using my preps to help teachers with small technology […] ]]> e81099224b50c1fc525d8658c1f39c0c Sam Welbourn posted a new activity comment https://cohort21.com/tracyfaucher/2020/11/20/my-leadership-crush-ted-lasso/#comment-18 Sat, 21 Nov 2020 00:48:47 -0500 Tracy, I loved reading your post! There are so many takeaways here. You begin with a statement that could become a daily mantra….. (Keep your) “ability to stay positive, remain open and vulnerable, lean into forgiveness, and see the best in every person and situation”. I just might post this on my wall on Monday!! (along with the word “BE…Read more

In reply to - Tracy Faucher wrote a new post on the site Tracy Faucher I don’t know if you have watched the apple tv series, Ted lasso yet. I will try not to give too many spoiler alerts, but if you have not yet watched it is a […] ]]> 29de91ba1655fdc613cb5eceac7ed45e Sam Welbourn posted a new activity comment https://cohort21.com/tinajagdeo/2020/11/10/the-real-jedi-work-building-a-community-of-inclusion/#comment-9 Fri, 20 Nov 2020 22:07:07 -0500 This is amazing, Tina! Thanks for sharing these actionable steps. I’ve shared them with our DEI committee for our next meeting. Hearing about the strategies that are being used in our different schools is really helpful as we continue the journey of asking questions, listening and learning. Looking forward to connecting at the next F2F!

In reply to - Tina Jagdeo wrote a new post on the site Tina Jagdeo The protests of the summer in support of Black Lives Matter reinforced for me that safety is about more than masks and physical distancing. As in […] ]]> 4072cbe405aadf2a3c4fac03369e8f71 Sam Welbourn posted a new activity comment https://cohort21.com/tinajagdeo/2020/11/10/the-real-jedi-work-building-a-community-of-inclusion/#comment-10 Fri, 20 Nov 2020 22:06:39 -0500 This is amazing, Tina! Thanks for sharing these actionable steps. I’ve shared them with our DEI committee for our next meeting. Hearing about the strategies that are being used in our different schools is really helpful as we continue the journey of asking questions, listening, and learning. Looking forward to connecting at the next F2F!

In reply to - Tina Jagdeo wrote a new post on the site Tina Jagdeo The protests of the summer in support of Black Lives Matter reinforced for me that safety is about more than masks and physical distancing. As in […] ]]> e8f23745942b0583ab6e8f5ff7c72e13 Sam Welbourn and Tracy Faucher are now friends https://cohort21.com/activity-streams/p/11773/ Fri, 20 Nov 2020 00:23:51 -0500 0 21bc9b9278192bc6af15e21beeb6410e Sam Welbourn posted a new activity comment https://cohort21.com/daniklein/2020/11/16/what-is-going-well/#comment-3 Mon, 16 Nov 2020 22:39:05 -0500 Dani,
I love your post! Congratulations on your first blog and for sharing your thoughts on “what’s going well”. Your workspace is proof that small positive actions can affect people so deeply right now. The act of writing a relatable and inspirational quote seems simple, but it’s an actionable way of “not letting the bad days win”. (Just…Read more

In reply to - Dani Klein wrote a new post on the site Dani Klein When I first read this prompt, I sort of wanted to laugh. Going well? A more accurate question most days would be “What isn’t going terribly?” That’s why it […] ]]> 96b7cba3d21f29f9be18b8cc614682a0 Sam Welbourn posted a new activity comment https://cohort21.com/monicarand/2020/11/06/not-the-blog-post-i-thought-id-be-writing/#comment-9 Thu, 12 Nov 2020 14:35:42 -0500 “Being real, showing emotions, being authentic – these are how we build those critical relationships with students.” Monica, thank you for modeling all of these in your post. I am grateful for your bravery and strength in sharing your beautiful words in tribute. The loss that you are all experiencing is unimaginable. From hearing your words,…Read more

In reply to - Monica Rand wrote a new post on the site Monica Rand I’m pretty sure I’m supposed to be writing something related to what is working for me as a teacher during a pandemic right now. Or maybe I missed the dea […] ]]> 1c122a37b4216e4dbd31a6037e53e4a2 Sam Welbourn wrote a new post on the site Sam Welbourn https://cohort21.com/samwelbourn/?p=515 Thu, 29 Oct 2020 13:11:53 -0400 No One Gets This Done Perfectly ~

Reflections on the Connection between Leadership and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

I am seizing the moment to write a quick blog post to share a connection today […]

]]> b990d061c50dc89ad61e0bad96ba1b74 Sam Welbourn and Lisa Mitchell are now friends https://cohort21.com/activity-streams/p/11334/ Fri, 17 Jan 2020 04:10:23 -0500 0 2fa40ea86fd6571046847fabf9537a20 Sam Welbourn and Mary-Ellen Wilcox are now friends https://cohort21.com/activity-streams/p/11302/ Thu, 16 Jan 2020 12:20:24 -0500 0 c2aee3375acd54963387cbabcb94ae58 Sam Welbourn posted a new activity comment https://cohort21.com/heathermcclure/2020/01/12/little-knot-here-russ/#comment-7 Mon, 13 Jan 2020 01:01:53 -0500 I imagine that many people will be able to relate to your graphic for their Cohort 21 action plan, Heather! I appreciate your humour and willingness to open up about how messy and complex this process can be. It sounds like you have begun to tackle your learning and I am happy that fortunate opportunities to enhance the development of your unit…Read more

In reply to - Heather McClure wrote a new post on the site Heather McClure Here I am! To my loyal followers….sorry for the silence. This little image gives a look into my mind when it comes to my Cohort 21 action plan. I […] ]]> d217c3d97e4de120c806edeea6253720 Sam Welbourn posted a new activity comment https://cohort21.com/heathermcclure/2020/01/12/little-knot-here-russ/#comment-8 Mon, 13 Jan 2020 01:01:32 -0500 I imagine that many people will be able to relate to your graphic for their Cohort 21 action plan, Heather! I appreciate your humour and willingness to open up about how messy and complex this process can be. It sounds like you have begun to tackle your learning and I am happy that fortunate opportunities to enhance the development of your unit…Read more

In reply to - Heather McClure wrote a new post on the site Heather McClure Here I am! To my loyal followers….sorry for the silence. This little image gives a look into my mind when it comes to my Cohort 21 action plan. I […] ]]> 9337b4c1f49e57f844dc119d428c3378 Sam Welbourn wrote a new post on the site Sam Welbourn https://cohort21.com/samwelbourn/?p=124 Sun, 12 Jan 2020 23:15:38 -0500 I haven’t blogged yet.  As a first-year coach, I feel embarrassed about this.  But somehow this year has had a pace all it’s own, and as often as I think “that would be a great blog”, I still haven’t managed to […]

]]> 38cc5091359ea168bb8fa8773781eb8b Sam Welbourn and Marnie Woodley are now friends https://cohort21.com/activity-streams/p/11064/ Sun, 24 Nov 2019 23:56:33 -0500 0 5f0b13b85444ee52e5d0eadc9d19c13c Sam Welbourn and Lara Jensen are now friends https://cohort21.com/activity-streams/p/10992/ Sat, 16 Nov 2019 04:29:13 -0500 0 529ef9a10f0843e99394b8626cd6256a Sam Welbourn and Sairah Fazil are now friends https://cohort21.com/activity-streams/p/10972/ Sat, 16 Nov 2019 01:15:20 -0500 0 42b23eac468cdbcb8d17f83c502ee8a7 Sam Welbourn posted a new activity comment https://cohort21.com/eadaoinoboyle/2019/09/08/hello-world/#comment-8 Fri, 15 Nov 2019 02:42:42 -0500 Eadaoine, your blog post really resonated with me. I love your focus on relationships and the importance of kindness! As Maya Angelou said, “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” Your science teacher is evidence of that for you, and I am sure t…Read more

In reply to - Eadaoin O'Boyle wrote a new post on the site Eadaoin O'Boyle Hello! My name is Eadaoin and I am very happy to be a part of Cohort 21, season 8. Yesterday was our first face to face meeting and it was a wonderful […] ]]> b6ea7c2b11e6bd52fbebf5b8307a7fbf Sam Welbourn posted a new activity comment https://cohort21.com/eadaoinoboyle/2019/10/23/on-the-mismatched-shoes-incident/#comment-9 Fri, 15 Nov 2019 02:42:40 -0500 How very true @jmedved! @lmcbeth‘s approach of falling in love with the problem, not the solution gives us time to ask the right questions about what we want to solve. It is only then that we can look for the truly innovative solution. Often, it’s the thinking itself that is the innovation, the mindset, not always the tech or new tools that…Read more

In reply to - Eadaoin O'Boyle wrote a new post on the site Eadaoin O'Boyle Yesterday was a very long day. From consoling a teary student, to working with a more experienced teacher on marking moderation, to introducing a new […] ]]> 26f62b254d8174d25b3aba5a936932db Sam Welbourn posted a new activity comment https://cohort21.com/eadaoinoboyle/2019/09/08/hello-world/#comment-10 Fri, 15 Nov 2019 02:42:39 -0500 Eadaoin, your blog post really resonated with me. I love your focus on relationships and the importance of kindness! As Maya Angelou said, “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” Your science teacher is evidence of that for you, and I am sure that…Read more

In reply to - Eadaoin O'Boyle wrote a new post on the site Eadaoin O'Boyle Hello! My name is Eadaoin and I am very happy to be a part of Cohort 21, season 8. Yesterday was our first face to face meeting and it was a wonderful […] ]]> 598b168a3ad4e30d9f1fab3d5c6739dd Sam Welbourn posted a new activity comment https://cohort21.com/eadaoinoboyle/2019/10/23/on-the-mismatched-shoes-incident/#comment-11 Fri, 15 Nov 2019 02:42:36 -0500 How very true @jmedved! @lmcbeth‘s approach of falling in love with the problem, not the solution gives us time to ask the “right” questions about what we want to solve. It is only then that we can look for a truly innovative solution. Often, it’s the thinking itself that is the innovation, the mindset, not always the tech or new tools that we…Read more

In reply to - Eadaoin O'Boyle wrote a new post on the site Eadaoin O'Boyle Yesterday was a very long day. From consoling a teary student, to working with a more experienced teacher on marking moderation, to introducing a new […] ]]> 0285d9d023124c22bb8b2b59732e2681 Sam Welbourn and Esther Lee are now friends https://cohort21.com/activity-streams/p/10932/ Thu, 14 Nov 2019 19:42:27 -0500 0 9d9d23415c637b47b041a912964ba1ad Sam Welbourn posted a new activity comment https://cohort21.com/marisahoskins/2019/09/08/hello-world/#comment-3 Thu, 14 Nov 2019 03:28:07 -0500 Thanks @mhoskins for sharing your experience! I love your approach to learning & just doing! Analysis paralysis is such a strong force that keeps many from being agents of change. I have appreciated the support of Cohort 21 and encouragement to “just start and DO something!” Letting go of the need to know where you will end up is the best spot…Read more

In reply to - Marisa Hoskins wrote a new post on the site Marisa Hoskins Welcome to you Cohort 21 Blog. This journal is an integral part of your Cohort 21 experience. Here you will reflect, share , collaborate  and converse as […] ]]> 5e29b8245378d4e4669c92b97ac8a39e Sam Welbourn posted a new activity comment https://cohort21.com/lauratrought/2019/09/09/hello-world/#comment-4 Thu, 14 Nov 2019 03:09:53 -0500 What a fantastic learning experience the Huntsman Marine Science Centre provided! Hands-on experiential learning gives students an opportunity for real-world application of their skills and the possibility of making memories that will last a lifetime! Thanks for sharing this experience with us. I also enjoyed reading about how you utilize…Read more

In reply to - Laura Trought wrote a new post on the site Laura Trought Welcome to you Cohort 21 Blog. This journal is an integral part of your Cohort 21 experience. Here you will reflect, share , collaborate  and converse as […] ]]> d098b2f396c8e66774702ea4e00a0348 Sam Welbourn posted a new activity comment https://cohort21.com/lauratrought/2019/09/09/hello-world/#comment-5 Thu, 14 Nov 2019 03:09:51 -0500 Laura, I so deeply relate to your comments about experiential learning. Whether it is in the classroom or abroad, you have highlighted how this model of learning reaches learners differently. It reinforces the importance of differentiation and helping students understand their individual strengths for personal growth and better self-awareness.…Read more

In reply to - Laura Trought wrote a new post on the site Laura Trought Welcome to you Cohort 21 Blog. This journal is an integral part of your Cohort 21 experience. Here you will reflect, share , collaborate  and converse as […] ]]> 534fd617e16f6e3f3ab2e6dea4677cb2 Sam Welbourn posted a new activity comment https://cohort21.com/brandonblack/2019/11/11/taking-a-risk-on-unit-conferencing-2-2/#comment-13 Tue, 12 Nov 2019 23:23:31 -0500 Reflection and conferencing are such a wonderful way for you to connect with your students, build relationships and give students and a chance to show their learning. As you say, “in giving them the opportunity to make those edits and use the edited work as the basis for discussion in the conference, I hope that I’m achieving the same end as r…Read more

In reply to - bblack wrote a new post on the site Brandon Black “Reflect, reflect, reflect!” This is likely a phrase that my students have heard continuously since the start of the school year as I’ve been mindful of regularly g […] ]]> e8ba0de0a5a65329cdb9dbbd636ab7e0 Sam Welbourn and Laura Mustard are now friends https://cohort21.com/activity-streams/p/10792/ Wed, 06 Nov 2019 20:45:04 -0500 0 681cd549bd788fc53e278da4636c1e91 Sam Welbourn and Sarah Endsley are now friends https://cohort21.com/activity-streams/p/10693/ Sun, 13 Oct 2019 17:36:21 -0400 0 65ab276709ea2fa850e4760f3766d41a Sam Welbourn and Ali Webb are now friends https://cohort21.com/activity-streams/p/10687/ Sat, 12 Oct 2019 02:26:12 -0400 0 42f741ac8084fd8bff6ed602f1d2e3a5 Sam Welbourn and Aaron Walker are now friends https://cohort21.com/activity-streams/p/10671/ Wed, 09 Oct 2019 14:41:49 -0400 0 bc828f894db2ee1c94627854bb7947d0 Sam Welbourn and Michael Moore are now friends https://cohort21.com/activity-streams/p/10667/ Wed, 09 Oct 2019 14:37:44 -0400 0 f96955ea6b32eb6948693278d8e9244c Sam Welbourn and Rosa Abbiento are now friends https://cohort21.com/activity-streams/p/10666/ Wed, 09 Oct 2019 14:11:02 -0400 0 6db97357f45fac6b158a484a89cb34fb Sam Welbourn and Andrew Petrolito are now friends https://cohort21.com/activity-streams/p/10657/ Tue, 08 Oct 2019 17:05:59 -0400 0 767267dfc58f4fae8461d219ec248e82 Sam Welbourn and Tina Jagdeo are now friends https://cohort21.com/activity-streams/p/10655/ Tue, 08 Oct 2019 15:51:35 -0400 0 a904814f45f1f5957c43b6de9f6d110f Sam Welbourn and Marc Brims are now friends https://cohort21.com/activity-streams/p/10638/ Tue, 08 Oct 2019 00:19:32 -0400 0 dfb50eb7567fb070634b42108317e5fb Sam Welbourn and Vanessa Floras are now friends https://cohort21.com/activity-streams/p/10637/ Tue, 08 Oct 2019 00:08:14 -0400 0 1f720aae949566ac1649c35177160769 Sam Welbourn and Michaela Trelford are now friends https://cohort21.com/activity-streams/p/10636/ Mon, 07 Oct 2019 23:33:18 -0400 0 d94a2f55cae049a3d919c59853100050 Sam Welbourn and graemecasson are now friends https://cohort21.com/activity-streams/p/10634/ Mon, 07 Oct 2019 23:26:38 -0400 0 49754d2697242adc1baf26b323437bd0 Sam Welbourn and Wendy Darby are now friends https://cohort21.com/activity-streams/p/10626/ Mon, 07 Oct 2019 22:13:02 -0400 0 98d40b735517b948b15b37042616ead9 Sam Welbourn and Leslie Farooq are now friends https://cohort21.com/activity-streams/p/10625/ Mon, 07 Oct 2019 21:03:10 -0400 0