This weekend I finished a book that I suspect will stay with me for years to come. I am always grateful to authors who can wrap me up in their stories,
Fresh Water For Flowers
Tag: Creativity
Time to Blossom
I love to read and while my reading is balanced between non-fiction and fiction, regardless of the genre, I find I always come away with new knowledge, ideas, and perspectives.
It’s Not The What, It’s The How
On Thursday of this past week, I had the opportunity to attend a webinar facilitated by the Canadian Association of Independent Schools (CAIS) that brought together four independent school-affiliated leaders from around the globe,
From Darkness Comes Light
Needless to say, I have been thinking a tremendous amount about what one can learn in light of the COVID-19 health crisis.
Our community is increasingly diverse. I celebrated Easter this past weekend,
A Marathon Not a Sprint
During times of uncertainty, it is important to stay true to oneās values, to move forward step by step, and to surround yourself with those who will support you by providing constructive feedback,
The Art of Collaboration
According to the Oxford Learnerās Dictionary, to collaborate means to work together with somebody in order to produce or achieve something. One of the competencies or skills we wish to foster in our girls is the ability to collaborate.
Learning to Listen: A Skill For All
Each year between November until March, I meet for a half hour with every SCS staff member. I see this as a privilege. These conversations happen throughout each week along with regular day-to-day work.
Connecting the Thoughts
I treat each new school year like the New YearĀ by settingĀ resolutions and goals for myself. While many of them are professional, there are always a few personal ones as well.
āC-ingā the Future
This weekend I have been reflecting on a number of events and activities that have taken place over the last number of days both at SCS and outside our walls.
Learning for the Future
On Friday afternoon, several of us headed to Western University for an Alumnae Reunion where we hosted a gathering for seventeen grads of St. Clementās from 2015 to 2018. I relish these times,