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Celebrating Diversity: The Journey of LatinX Canadians in Education

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Celebrating Diversity: The Journey of LatinX Canadians in Education Canada is a mosaic of cultures, and the LatinX community is an integral piece of that vibrant tapestry. As we delve into the historical context, current challenges, and notable successes within LatinX Canadian heritage and education, we celebrate the resilience and contributions of this community, which […]

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Responding To School Discipline

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School staff must ensure the safety of all children and address inappropriate behaviour in a fair and respectful manner. Ensuring fairness demands that school staff be aware of their own biases and the ways that these biases may influence their actions when supporting and guiding students and addressing issues with behaviour. As part of its

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Empowering Minds: Nurturing Equity Through Diverse Literature for Young Readers

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Author and educator, bell hooks, emphasizes that diverse literature allows children to see themselves in stories and also encounter experiences and perspectives different from their own. This exposure helps in the development of empathy and understanding. When young readers encounter characters from various backgrounds, they can relate to their struggles and joys, fostering a sense of connection with people from diverse backgrounds. How can we make this happen within the classrooms and our homes?

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Statement in Support of Kike-Ojo Thompson and Anti-Racism Work in Education

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Statement in Support of Kike-Ojo Thompson and Anti-Racism Work in Education Parents for Diversity Stands Strong in Support of Anti-Racism Education in Our Public Schools. In the pursuit of dismantling anti-Black racism, it’s understandable and expected that the journey can be both challenging and exhausting. The path towards progress is not linear. True progress often

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Is Your School Ready for Black History Month?

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Welcome to Black History Month! Black History Month was first formally recognized in Canada in 1995 when the Honourable Jean Augustine, first Black Canadian woman elected to Parliament, introduced a motion that recognized February as Black History Month (BHM). It was passed unanimously in the House of Commons. BHM celebrates the rich and varied contributions

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Let’s Go Adventure Outdoors (With Books!)

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A recent article published in the Atlantic poses the question: Why aren’t Black children represented in books about nature?In the article, Black American librarian and Gold Star Girl Scout (Girl Scouting’s highest honour) Michelle Martin notes the absence of books on library shelves featuring Black, Indigenous, and racialized children enjoying the outdoors.  Martin tells the

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