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As a retired teacher, I do not support the strikes and work disruptions by Ontario teachers. Here is my take on things. Governance issues at the Toronto District School Board The larger context we are dealing with is being addressed, at one level, by an expert panel that is leading Toronto District School Board consultations, […]
In previous posts I’ve discussed the topic of how we learn: The research defies what we’ve been told: How We Learn (2014) and The Handbook of Language Socialization (2014) Mindfulness stands in contrast to mindlessness Memories are malleable – capable of being stretched or bent into different shapes Teaching I retired as an elementary teacher […]
In the following Q & A with Graeme Decarie, I’ve added some headings for ease in reading of the text. Jaan Pill: You worked for CBC and private radio for quite a few years. I would be interested in your comments (for my website) about a recent article by Linden MacIntyre: Why I Left The CBC […]
I’m very pleased to share with you two photos that I have received by email from Councillor Mark Grimes’ Office. Denise Harris of the Etobicoke Historical Society has identified the photos and shared a link where more information is available: http://www.newtorontohistorical.com/New%20Toronto%20Lawn%20Bowling.htm The club is over 110 years old. Additional information can be found here. I’m […]
Updates: A Feb. 20, 2014 New Yorker article is entitled:” Will Ukraine break apart?” A Feb. 28, 2014 Globe and Mail article is entitled: “Globe in Kiev: Ukraine’s new government declares Russia has invaded.” A Feb. 28, 2014 Guardian article is entitled: “Ukraine: Night Wolves and unidentified military men seize key Crimea sites.” A Feb. […]
Following text is from Trustee Gough’s office Two files from the message: Lanor Spring Fling (1) David Hornell School Fun Fair POSTER[1] Sent on behalf of Trustee Pamela Gough: Ward 3 Trustee Pamela Gough’s Update May 28, 2013 This is quick update to give some information that didn’t quite make it to deadline with last […]
Sent on behalf of Trustee Pamela Gough: Ward 3 Trustee Pamela Gough’s Update May 23, 2013 With summer on our doorstep, the trees, grass, and shrubs have turned a TDSB-logo green, and we are quickly wrapping up the school year. As this newsletter shows, the trustees are wrestling with a very difficult budget, which the […]
Following is from Trustee Pamela Gough’s Office: Sent on behalf of Trustee Pamela Gough: Ward 3 Trustee Pamela Gough’s Update April 26, 2013 Happy Earth Week! I did my traditional community clean-up on Monday, Earth Day. My husband, who is truly talented at building and fixing things, built a raised vegetable garden in our backyard […]
Following message is from Ward 3, TDSB Pamela Gough’s Office: Sent on behalf of Trustee Pamela Gough [I’ve changed Title Case in headings to Lower Case]: Begin forwarded message: From: “Bissoondath, Richia” <Richia.Bissoondath@tdsb.on.ca> Date: 12 February, 2013 Subject: TDSB Media Release – TDSB releases largest youth census in Canada TDSB releases largest youth census in Canada Student voices […]
Sent on behalf of Trustee Pamela Gough: Ward 3 Trustee Pamela Gough’s Update February 11, 2013 Stay in the loop with what’s happening in education by following Pamela on Twitter at @pamelagough! In this issue: · New Minister of Education, Liz Sandals · Parent-teacher interviews: a parent primer · From the Board Room: programs, proms and permit fees […]