Planning for the future can be complex as it is difficult to know what to expect; however, as educators, we have a significant role to play in preparing our girls for the future.
The Future of Work: Partnering for the Future
Tag: Curiosity
Remembering How to Read
Michael Harris, Canadian author of The End of Absence, wrote a thought-provoking piece in The Globe and Mail this weekend, entitled, “I Have Forgotten How to Read.” Harris suggests that,
Slow and Steady
On Sunday morning I was going through my Twitter feed and came across Seth Godin’s daily post entitled Slow and Steady. Most often, Godin’s posts are thought-provoking.
Trying Something New
This past week was a good reminder for me of the benefit of trying something new within a supportive and encouraging environment.
On Wednesday evening, St. Clement’s hosted a Strategic Vision Overview on Facebook Live in Powell Hall after our Annual General Meeting;
The Purpose of Education
Earlier this week I was away in Winnipeg attending the Canadian Accredited Independent Schools Annual Heads and Chairs conference. This conference provides Heads of Schools and our Board Chairs time away to connect and access speakers and resources about emerging issues and opportunities for our Schools.
The Benefit of Rigour
On Thursday evening, we hosted the first of two Curriculum Nights at St. Clement’s, this one for parents of students in Grades 9-12. The evening started with a session about applying to Canadian Universities and along with the important specifics,
Hindsight is 20/20
As we continue to work on our strategic plan for the upcoming three years, I am mindful that its goals are planned to be completed in 2020. One can play on the notion of 20/20: the articulation of clear or perfect vision and the excitement around planning for that clarity.
Impact Through Clarity
On Saturday, our St. Clement’s Board of Governors and Senior Administrative Team gathered for a facilitated retreat about our strategic direction. As noted to our community, we are seeking to develop an ongoing vision that incorporates our current goals of an inspired and balanced program,
It’s Not Just About the Final Performance
On Friday evening I attended our St. Clement’s School production of Cinderella. It was a remarkable performance filled with superb singing, acting and choreography. It was evident that the cast thoroughly enjoyed their time on stage and were proud of themselves at the end of the evening.
Explorers: The Power of Purpose and Questions
This weekend I attended the Round Square America Regional meeting at St. Andrew’s School in Boca Raton. Round Square is comprised of over 160 schools in over 40 countries.