Guiding Principles
- I believe that each student is unique and has the potential to be successful. I feel that it is my job as an educator to provide support, encouragement and an safe environment for students to grow.
- I believe in inclusion for all students. I feel that it is my job as a teacher to ensure that my classroom is inclusive for all students.
- I believe in collaborative team work. I feel that it is important to work with students, parents and colleagues in order to create a successful, supportive learning environment.
- I value respect. I believe that it is important for students to be given the opportunity to be challenged in a respectful way to promote new learning, ideas and growth.
- I value safe learning environments. I believe that in order for students to grow and develop as learners, it is important to create a safe environment that allows a chance for students to critical think and develop new ideas, beliefs and values.
- I believe that assessment has to be fair, equal and provide an opportunity for students to grow and develop their learning. I feel that it is my job as an educator to keep in mind assessment for, as and of learning strategies when developing ways to assess students.
- I value patience and time. I recognize the importance of having patience and taking time in order to promote students needs and learning.