The notion of a moral imperative to guide action is not a new concept. For German philosopher, Immanuel Kant (1724 – 1804), human understanding of pure reason was the basis for a moral code defining subsequent action. Long before that, holy books from world religions were proposing a course of action focussed on the moralContinue reading “The Moral Imperative”
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Christmas Joy Trounces COVID Bah! Humbug!
“How 2020!” is the much uttered refrain these days. It was the response when my oven door crumbled at my feet on Christmas Eve. It was the response to the intrusion of all “squeezing, wrenching, grasping, scraping, clutching, covetous old sinners” (Dickens, p. 2) aspiring to snuff out carols calling for comfort and joy. Yet in the faceContinue reading “Christmas Joy Trounces COVID Bah! Humbug!”
The COVID-19 Office
One positive change that could emerge from the COVID-19 global pandemic is the change in how we do our work. People working at home have been exposed to a whole new reality. To work, it is not necessary to be sitting in front of a computer 24/7. Flexibility in work schedules is allowing people toContinue reading “The COVID-19 Office”
The Best or Worst Versions of Ourselves?
With the advent of the COVID-19 global pandemic, we are witnessing extreme versions of people. Some people take Provincial Health Officer, Dr. Bonnie Henry’s advice to “Be Kind” to heart. We see examples of people choosing to be the best version of themselves and acting with generosity and kindness. Then there are the other peopleContinue reading “The Best or Worst Versions of Ourselves?”
Grade 7 Zooming Away Ceremony 2020
COVID-19 can prevent the face to face event but not the celebration. A speech to Grade 7 students leaving elementary school to start secondary school. My name is Ms. Carrie Froese, the very proud principal of David Livingstone Elementary School. I am honoured to be addressing our Grade 7 graduates and their guests tonight. ThisContinue reading “Grade 7 Zooming Away Ceremony 2020”
Maintaining Principal Communication with Kids During “School At Home”
A smile. “Good morning” at the door or the school. “Hi” in the hallway. Chatting on the playground. Working together in the school garden. Navigating through conflict. Teaching calm down strategies, conflict resolution skills, and perhaps kindness. Supporting budding leaders in their ventures. Visiting classrooms to talk with students about their learning. These are someContinue reading “Maintaining Principal Communication with Kids During “School At Home””
A Dozen Ways to Find #Joy During COVID-19 Self Isolation
3. Be grateful for small kindnesses. After I sent my second letter home to parents and students, I got the gift of a drawing from one of my students for the Easter weekend. It made my day. 4. Marvel at Springtime Blossoms and amazing views during physically distanced outings. The cherry blossoms and the magnoliasContinue reading “A Dozen Ways to Find #Joy During COVID-19 Self Isolation”
School in the Wake of COVID-19
Spring break is almost over in Vancouver, British Columbia. On Monday, March 30th, for the first time in my life, the doors of the school will not open to welcome students back. The doors of the school will remain locked. Students will not return to in-class schooling as per the direction of BC Health officials. Continue reading “School in the Wake of COVID-19”
“Fenced In” during COVID-19 Lockdown
Lockdown in the city. Although social distancing could have been the answer to the dramatic effort to try to prevent the spread of COVID-19, stronger government measures have been required to enforce common sense measures like social distancing to prevent the spread of the virus. As a result, most of us are in our homesContinue reading ““Fenced In” during COVID-19 Lockdown”
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