Author Archives: Maureen Parker

Action Anchored to Vision

Posted on February 11, 2013 by Maureen Parker

The 4 presenters in the breakout session Junior High Students are Agents of Change through Flex-Time shed light on what happens when you hold, and act on, a vision of supporting and developing students to be self-directed, personally responsible, and intrinsically … Continue reading →

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Leading by Example

Posted on February 11, 2013 by Maureen Parker

Presenting at the Service Learning Through Mentorship breakout session (Northern Lights School Division) are 3 students, various staff, and a trustee. It is an example of the power of inspiration, student voice, purposeful action, and authentic collaboration. As a long-time … Continue reading →

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Be Brave. Be Bold.

Posted on February 11, 2013 by Maureen Parker

During Dr. Andy Hargreaves’ opening keynote, he reminded us of the words of former Minister of Education, Hon. Dave Hancock (2008-11): “There’s nothing wrong with failure, as long as we learn from it. So be brave. Be bold…” Inspiring Education … Continue reading →

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