Suzanne Smart
@mssuzannesmart.bsky.social
she/her
MEd, BEd, BA, OCT
English Teacher and
Communications Program Head at St. David CSS at WCDSB
Follows #EduSky, #OntEd #BooksandAuthors #Library #BirdSky #Spaniels #Gradening
MEd, BEd, BA, OCT
English Teacher and
Communications Program Head at St. David CSS at WCDSB
Follows #EduSky, #OntEd #BooksandAuthors #Library #BirdSky #Spaniels #Gradening
Reposted by Suzanne Smart
Reposted by Suzanne Smart
If you were born after 1970, are living in Waterloo region, and only have one dose of Measles vaccine, it’s a good idea to talk to your doctor about getting a second dose.
www.regionofwaterloo.ca/en/health-an...
www.regionofwaterloo.ca/en/health-an...
Measles
Measles is a highly contagious disease and is a leading cause of vaccine-preventable deaths in children worldwide.
The measles vaccine is required in Ontario.
www.regionofwaterloo.ca
May 16, 2025 at 9:20 PM
If you were born after 1970, are living in Waterloo region, and only have one dose of Measles vaccine, it’s a good idea to talk to your doctor about getting a second dose.
www.regionofwaterloo.ca/en/health-an...
www.regionofwaterloo.ca/en/health-an...
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In @nytopinion.nytimes.com
Three Yale professors who have written extensively on authoritarianism are leaving the U.S. “We’re like people on the Titanic saying our ship can’t sink,” Marci Shore said. “And what you know as a historian is that there is no such thing as a ship that can’t sink.”
Three Yale professors who have written extensively on authoritarianism are leaving the U.S. “We’re like people on the Titanic saying our ship can’t sink,” Marci Shore said. “And what you know as a historian is that there is no such thing as a ship that can’t sink.”
Opinion | We Study Fascism at Yale. We’re Leaving the U.S.
The decision by these three Yale professors to move to Canada is both a warning and a call to action.
www.nytimes.com
May 14, 2025 at 7:03 PM
In @nytopinion.nytimes.com
Three Yale professors who have written extensively on authoritarianism are leaving the U.S. “We’re like people on the Titanic saying our ship can’t sink,” Marci Shore said. “And what you know as a historian is that there is no such thing as a ship that can’t sink.”
Three Yale professors who have written extensively on authoritarianism are leaving the U.S. “We’re like people on the Titanic saying our ship can’t sink,” Marci Shore said. “And what you know as a historian is that there is no such thing as a ship that can’t sink.”
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Great story on 60 Minutes last night. They made lemonade from lemons. Glad they had veterans that helped the students perform. #EDUsky www.cbsnews.com/video/marine...
U.S. Marine Band forced to cancel concert with students of color after Trump DEI order
After an executive order ending DEI initiatives, the U.S. Marine Band canceled a concert featuring young musicians of color. Veterans stepped in to mentor the aspiring musicians.
www.cbsnews.com
March 17, 2025 at 11:57 PM
Great story on 60 Minutes last night. They made lemonade from lemons. Glad they had veterans that helped the students perform. #EDUsky www.cbsnews.com/video/marine...
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Our knowledge may not be primitive, but sometimes it's silly.
A silly little story about Nanaboozho and the artichokes, what you may know as sunchokes or Jersusalem artichokes that aren't actually from Jerusalem at all.
www.thousandworlds.ca/nanaboozho-a...
A silly little story about Nanaboozho and the artichokes, what you may know as sunchokes or Jersusalem artichokes that aren't actually from Jerusalem at all.
www.thousandworlds.ca/nanaboozho-a...
Nanaboozho and the artichokes
This blogpost is dedicated to my oldest son, Ben, who planted these artichokes in our garden. You can find him on Instagram.
A few years ago I ordered a print from Isaac Murdoch. It graces the cover ...
www.thousandworlds.ca
March 13, 2025 at 9:58 PM
Our knowledge may not be primitive, but sometimes it's silly.
A silly little story about Nanaboozho and the artichokes, what you may know as sunchokes or Jersusalem artichokes that aren't actually from Jerusalem at all.
www.thousandworlds.ca/nanaboozho-a...
A silly little story about Nanaboozho and the artichokes, what you may know as sunchokes or Jersusalem artichokes that aren't actually from Jerusalem at all.
www.thousandworlds.ca/nanaboozho-a...
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If you use active learning techniques (like Think/Pair/Share, Jigsaw, Gallery Walk, etc.), I highly recommend visiting the Accessible Active Learning website for ideas about how to make these activities more accessible.
blogs.ubc.ca/accessibleac...
#HigherEd #FacDev #EdDev #EduSky #AcademicSky
blogs.ubc.ca/accessibleac...
#HigherEd #FacDev #EdDev #EduSky #AcademicSky
Accessible Active Learning
blogs.ubc.ca
March 13, 2025 at 9:17 PM
If you use active learning techniques (like Think/Pair/Share, Jigsaw, Gallery Walk, etc.), I highly recommend visiting the Accessible Active Learning website for ideas about how to make these activities more accessible.
blogs.ubc.ca/accessibleac...
#HigherEd #FacDev #EdDev #EduSky #AcademicSky
blogs.ubc.ca/accessibleac...
#HigherEd #FacDev #EdDev #EduSky #AcademicSky
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I can't stand bullies. President Zelensky is now trying to stand up against two of them. We should have his back. #SlavaUkraïni
February 28, 2025 at 6:49 PM
I can't stand bullies. President Zelensky is now trying to stand up against two of them. We should have his back. #SlavaUkraïni
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Here’s how to vote in Ontario. You don’t need a voter card, just government ID with your address on it.
www.elections.on.ca/en/voting-in...
www.elections.on.ca/en/voting-in...
Voting in provincial elections
www.elections.on.ca
February 22, 2025 at 12:33 PM
Here’s how to vote in Ontario. You don’t need a voter card, just government ID with your address on it.
www.elections.on.ca/en/voting-in...
www.elections.on.ca/en/voting-in...
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I'm *giving away* a signed copy of THE MAGIC WORDS. To enter the drawing, just leave a comment or like/share this post so I know you're real. ❤️ I hope these poetry prompts help you unlock your creativity!
(I'll enter your name twice if you tag someone else who might benefit from this resource.)
(I'll enter your name twice if you tag someone else who might benefit from this resource.)
February 20, 2025 at 2:44 PM
I'm *giving away* a signed copy of THE MAGIC WORDS. To enter the drawing, just leave a comment or like/share this post so I know you're real. ❤️ I hope these poetry prompts help you unlock your creativity!
(I'll enter your name twice if you tag someone else who might benefit from this resource.)
(I'll enter your name twice if you tag someone else who might benefit from this resource.)
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In the last Ontario election, more than 6 million eligible voters did not vote.
That’s 6 million voices missing from the conversation about our province’s future.
Advanced polling happens today and tomorrow.
Please make sure your voice is heard.
www.elections.on.ca/en/voting-in...
That’s 6 million voices missing from the conversation about our province’s future.
Advanced polling happens today and tomorrow.
Please make sure your voice is heard.
www.elections.on.ca/en/voting-in...
a pink background with the words " voting is your power "
Alt: a pink background with the words " voting is your power "
media.tenor.com
February 20, 2025 at 11:29 AM
In the last Ontario election, more than 6 million eligible voters did not vote.
That’s 6 million voices missing from the conversation about our province’s future.
Advanced polling happens today and tomorrow.
Please make sure your voice is heard.
www.elections.on.ca/en/voting-in...
That’s 6 million voices missing from the conversation about our province’s future.
Advanced polling happens today and tomorrow.
Please make sure your voice is heard.
www.elections.on.ca/en/voting-in...
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Pierre Poilievre backed Harper’s war on science—firing 2,000 scientists, slashing research, muzzling experts & gutting climate monitoring by 70%. Scientific output plummeted, media coverage dropped 80%, & Canada was globally shamed. Conservatism is ignorance.
#cdnpoli
www.votewell.ca
#cdnpoli
www.votewell.ca
VoteWell
A strategic voting tool for the 2025 ON provincial election
www.votewell.ca
February 15, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Pierre Poilievre backed Harper’s war on science—firing 2,000 scientists, slashing research, muzzling experts & gutting climate monitoring by 70%. Scientific output plummeted, media coverage dropped 80%, & Canada was globally shamed. Conservatism is ignorance.
#cdnpoli
www.votewell.ca
#cdnpoli
www.votewell.ca
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If you haven't had a chance to hear me talk about Moon of the Turning Leaves yet, there's a free online event happening tomorrow (Tuesday) evening that'll be streamed to libraries across Turtle Island. Here's a link with more details: libraryc.org/midlandlibra...
LSC | Watch | Midland Public Library Online Events
libraryc.org
February 11, 2025 at 1:55 AM
If you haven't had a chance to hear me talk about Moon of the Turning Leaves yet, there's a free online event happening tomorrow (Tuesday) evening that'll be streamed to libraries across Turtle Island. Here's a link with more details: libraryc.org/midlandlibra...
Getting ready to start the journey that is #NBE3U with my students this week and definitely feeling the power of "i am graffiti" to begin anew.
It somehow hits different in today's context.
#TRCCallstoAction
#teachlivingpoets
#PoetryinVoiceCanada
youtu.be/dkUKsy8u7ec?...
It somehow hits different in today's context.
#TRCCallstoAction
#teachlivingpoets
#PoetryinVoiceCanada
youtu.be/dkUKsy8u7ec?...
Nebou N’diaye: “i am graffiti” by Leanne Simpson
YouTube video by Poetry In Voice / Les voix de la poésie
youtu.be
February 4, 2025 at 2:33 AM
Getting ready to start the journey that is #NBE3U with my students this week and definitely feeling the power of "i am graffiti" to begin anew.
It somehow hits different in today's context.
#TRCCallstoAction
#teachlivingpoets
#PoetryinVoiceCanada
youtu.be/dkUKsy8u7ec?...
It somehow hits different in today's context.
#TRCCallstoAction
#teachlivingpoets
#PoetryinVoiceCanada
youtu.be/dkUKsy8u7ec?...
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Warning: the same corporations who took advantage of the pandemic to raise prices will also likely take advantage of the tariffs to raise prices.
Now, more than ever, we will need to support those who are struggling.
Now, more than ever, we will need to support those who are struggling.
February 2, 2025 at 6:17 PM
Warning: the same corporations who took advantage of the pandemic to raise prices will also likely take advantage of the tariffs to raise prices.
Now, more than ever, we will need to support those who are struggling.
Now, more than ever, we will need to support those who are struggling.
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In case the prompts might help you or a loved one, here they are: www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/744300...
The Magic Words by Joseph Fasano: 9780593716878 | PenguinRandomHouse.com: Books
Discover the joy of expressing what’s inside you, with fill-in-the-blank poems that are sparking a creative movement We all have stories inside us—whether or not we consider ourselves “creative.” ...
www.penguinrandomhouse.com
January 31, 2025 at 2:11 AM
In case the prompts might help you or a loved one, here they are: www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/744300...
Thank you #CBCIdeas for the thoughtful podcast yesterday. So many great quotes to ponder including this one:
"sometimes caring for shared life means it's okay to not engage, and 'passing by' should never be confused for disengagement"
www.cbc.ca/radio/ideas/...
"sometimes caring for shared life means it's okay to not engage, and 'passing by' should never be confused for disengagement"
www.cbc.ca/radio/ideas/...
Polarizing times call for Nietzsche's practice of 'passing by' | CBC Radio
Nineteenth century German philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche offers us a method that can help us navigate the highly polarizing discourse that’s afflicting democracies today. IDEAS shares lessons on heal...
www.cbc.ca
January 22, 2025 at 2:47 AM
Thank you #CBCIdeas for the thoughtful podcast yesterday. So many great quotes to ponder including this one:
"sometimes caring for shared life means it's okay to not engage, and 'passing by' should never be confused for disengagement"
www.cbc.ca/radio/ideas/...
"sometimes caring for shared life means it's okay to not engage, and 'passing by' should never be confused for disengagement"
www.cbc.ca/radio/ideas/...
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"It’s an important reminder to all of us that surviving the classroom by teaching to only those students who appear to care is a surefire way to alienate others who really do."
Someone make this a required poster in all classrooms.
Someone make this a required poster in all classrooms.
Highly recommend this reflective essay from Temple Prof. Seth Bruggeman. It captures the central challenge of teaching today in a system that over time has become entirely transactional, and then suddenly technology that could satisfy the transaction arrived. www.insidehighered.com/opinion/view...
A crisis of trust in the classroom (opinion)
The work of teaching has never been harder, Seth C. Bruggeman writes.
www.insidehighered.com
January 14, 2025 at 2:26 PM
"It’s an important reminder to all of us that surviving the classroom by teaching to only those students who appear to care is a surefire way to alienate others who really do."
Someone make this a required poster in all classrooms.
Someone make this a required poster in all classrooms.
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Updated my High School English Teachers Starter Pack:
go.bsky.app/K5zShyD
Note that I am *not* a High School English Teacher, but I can't remove my userpic from the thumbnail image, sorry.
#EduSky
go.bsky.app/K5zShyD
Note that I am *not* a High School English Teacher, but I can't remove my userpic from the thumbnail image, sorry.
#EduSky
December 29, 2024 at 4:49 PM
Updated my High School English Teachers Starter Pack:
go.bsky.app/K5zShyD
Note that I am *not* a High School English Teacher, but I can't remove my userpic from the thumbnail image, sorry.
#EduSky
go.bsky.app/K5zShyD
Note that I am *not* a High School English Teacher, but I can't remove my userpic from the thumbnail image, sorry.
#EduSky
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Of all the kids in the child ‘welfare’ system in Canada, 53.7% are Indigenous children despite being only 7.7% of the total number of children in Canada. In Manitoba, Indigenous kids are 90% of all children in child welfare. In Alberta it’s 70%.
December 9, 2024 at 4:43 PM
Of all the kids in the child ‘welfare’ system in Canada, 53.7% are Indigenous children despite being only 7.7% of the total number of children in Canada. In Manitoba, Indigenous kids are 90% of all children in child welfare. In Alberta it’s 70%.
Inspired by my daughter's recent painting projects. It has been amazing to watch her interest in birds impact her burgeoning artistic endeavors. This is the almost complete first in a set of 3 she aims to complete before Christmas -age 13
#birds
#art
#larrytheloon
#proudmom
#birds
#art
#larrytheloon
#proudmom
December 4, 2024 at 2:46 AM
Inspired by my daughter's recent painting projects. It has been amazing to watch her interest in birds impact her burgeoning artistic endeavors. This is the almost complete first in a set of 3 she aims to complete before Christmas -age 13
#birds
#art
#larrytheloon
#proudmom
#birds
#art
#larrytheloon
#proudmom
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I'm the process of updating some old materials.
If anyone is interested here's an infographic I made a long time ago now on 'flowers of rhetoric'.
You can download the PDF here: jwed.co.uk/2020/02/13/f...
#edusky
If anyone is interested here's an infographic I made a long time ago now on 'flowers of rhetoric'.
You can download the PDF here: jwed.co.uk/2020/02/13/f...
#edusky
August 16, 2024 at 9:45 AM
I'm the process of updating some old materials.
If anyone is interested here's an infographic I made a long time ago now on 'flowers of rhetoric'.
You can download the PDF here: jwed.co.uk/2020/02/13/f...
#edusky
If anyone is interested here's an infographic I made a long time ago now on 'flowers of rhetoric'.
You can download the PDF here: jwed.co.uk/2020/02/13/f...
#edusky
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This is a starter pack of librarians. bsky.app/starter-pack...
November 15, 2024 at 12:12 AM
This is a starter pack of librarians. bsky.app/starter-pack...