One size does not fit all and one type of course offering does not fit every high school student in online learning. To this effect, one online program or online course may not be as inclusive for every high school student with special needs. What considerations should be made to
Meaningful career development creates opportunity for schools to improve student engagement and outcomes It’s not every day you hear about a high school student interested in entering the funeral business, but Christine McKie, Principal at Crowsnest Consolidated High School in Alberta, can tell you about two. At the rural Alberta
Indigenous education has become an area of growing concern for public schools across Canada. We are living in an era of reconciliation where Indigenous populations are growing and interest in confronting our shared histories continues to develop. Part of that involves focusing on how primary and secondary schools are addressing
The World Health Organization says that for every dollar invested in sport it is possible to save up to seven dollars in health care. And it is a common sense that a higher education leads to better careers and job possibilities. In other words, Education and Sports have a positive
Ten years ago, few people could define the acronym STEM (science, technology, engineering and math). Now, it’s commonplace with STEM academies, STEM magnet schools, STEM clubs and many types of STEM toys. A recent poll by Let’s Talk Science also found that 95% of adults in Canada recognize the value
I’ve been privileged to work in and with leadership in education for much of my career. I’ve been around so many great leaders and admire their various qualities and approaches to leadership. While it’s easy to think there are essential characteristics that make up a good leader, the truth according
Summary: Education leaders are charged with supporting communities of teachers, principals, parents, families, and students. A leader can turn a school or community around for the better, ensuring success for students and educators alike. Effective leaders understand the value of coaching and mentoring, for themselves as well as for teachers.
Introduction Attending to the diverse needs of staff and students in the school setting has always posed a certain challenge for members of the administrative/leadership teams (ALTs)[1]. When you consider managing an educational organization during a global pandemic, the task becomes even more complex. This article will focus on the
