Grateful to POPFASD for inviting us to present later this month.🙏🏽 #BCEd

Flashlight Night! Such a fun way to engage with families and welcome them to schools. 🔦📚💕 #BCEd #BCTLA #TeacherLibrarian #FamilyLiteracy #Literacy

Ever hosted a book-tasting café? Such a playful, low-stakes event to welcome parents and families into schools and showcase some amazing books. #BCEd #BCTLA #TeacherLibrarian #Literacy

Yes! It’s time to bring evidence-based literacy and language practices into #BCEd StrongStart centres!!! I’ve started…and I love connecting parents to the research! #SoR #EarlyLearning #StrongStart

"While it is true that testing requires time, well-designed assessments complement instructional practices and inform interventions. Rejecting these tools outright limits the system’s ability to ensure equity and accountability." #bcedchat #bced #bctf open.substack.com/pub/oneducat...

#Edusky #SOR When it comes to English Language Learners...

On February 14th, join me, Erica Roberts & @katelyonpr.bsky.social as we share our collective experience & knowledge about effective, evidence-based literacy practices for all students, including those who may present with FASD. #lit4all #bced #equity live.fasdoutreach.ca/register/334...

Excellent read, #BCEd "Comprehension is not a skill or set of skills; rather, it is a complex multidimensional ability."

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Preservice Teacher Education Programs need to change in #BCEd. "It's not because teachers don't want to help children know how to read well, they don't come in with the tools, and they have to have the tools and the knowledge." #BCEdChat #BCTF #BCPVPA #EduSky

"There is no curriculum police." I find this statement both alarming and insulting. My role as an educator isn't just to teach, it's to ensure students have learned. #BCEd #EduSky #Teachers #KnowBetterDoBetter

🗓️Save the date! I'm SO excited to present with colleagues, Melanie & Erica! Join us as we engage in conversation & share our learning about evidence-based practices in literacy instruction & how it has positively impacted our learners. #BCEd #BCEdChat #BCTF #BCPVPA #EduSky

Grateful for this video - a rich learning opportunity to share with students in classrooms with @waub.bsky.social and pairs well with local Seasonal Rounds. #BCEd #BCEdChat #EduSky #WinterSolstice

Check it out, #BCEd, #BCEdChat, #BCTF, #BCPVPA

Taken from the Empowering Literacy in British Columbia 4-Part webinar series. Check them out! Link is here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=1jE6... #BCEd #BCEdChat #BCTF #BCPVPA #EduSky The Science of Reading is NOT...

The science of reading is not just phonics. The science of reading is not just phonics. The science of reading is not just phonics. Learning to read is a complex process! This 3-part video series is great bite-size professional development. Check them out! #BCEd #BCEdChat #BCTF #BCPVPA #EduSky

Good reminder... #BCEd #BCEdChat #EduSky #Teachers

"What you permit, you promote. If we permit little effort or incomplete work, we are promoting this work ethic." This is a great quote from @drcastelino.bsky.social in my latest podcast episode on homework. open.spotify.com/episode/2yFM...

Apply for a free set of Cedar Schools Decodable Books from Strong Nations Publishers (valued at $159 CAD). This collection is designed to support early literacy through inclusive, culturally relevant, and accessible text. #BCEd #Canada #StructuredLiteracy #StrongNations #EduSky

Learning about and preparing for the Winter Solstice by creating temporary art with loose parts. #BCEd #SD52 #TsmsyenTerritory #EduSky

I ❤️ Menti Word Clouds! This was created by educators who participated in BC's 7 Mighty Moves book study (by @lindsaykemeny.bsky.social). #StructuredLiteracy #SoR #AlwaysLearning #EduSky Phonics instruction is...

Learning to read (and write) is a basic human right.⚖️ Have you read the OHRC Right to Read inquiry report?👀 This is such an important Canadian document that is helping provinces and territories recognize the inequities and barriers in education. #BCEd #BCEdChat #BCPoli #BCTF #BCPVPA

First the news of a law suit against Fountas & Pinnell and now a university is being (rightfully) questioned about its literacy programming. I wonder what BC's universities are promoting or endorsing in their preservice ed. programs...🤔 #BCEd #BCEdChat #BCPoli #BCTF #BCPVPA

Learning styles are a myth. Learning styles are a myth. Learning styles are a myth. Please share widely. #BCEd #BCEdChat #BCPoli #Edusky Click the Link: app.7taps.com/5p9vMc27v3fE

Good read, #BCEd

It's unfortunate there remains a significant percentage of school districts in #BCEd that continue to mandate the use of Fountas & Pinnell resources. The research is clear. Let's build capacity & learn together. #StructuredLiteracy benefits ALL learners. #BCEdChat #BCPoli #BCTF #BCPVPA

The Canadian Paediatric Society issued a position statement in October 2024: "Being able to read, write, and understand written text is essential to participating in society, achieving goals, developing knowledge, and fulfilling potential." #BCEd #BCEdChat #BCPoli #BCTF #BCPVPA #EduSky

If you're wanting to learn about #StructuredLiteracy and see how educators are changing their practice in British Columbia, join us! Everyone welcome - teachers, EAs, ECEs, principals, management, trustees. Change is happening! #BCEd #BCEdChat #BCTF #BCPVPA www.facebook.com/share/g/1Gks...

This is your periodic reminder that classroom teachers (esp. in smaller districts) shouldn't have to create (or buy) everything from scratch. Only careerists believe that nonsense. Back when our #BCEd MoE took curriculum seriously, it actually provided helpful resources. #bcedchat #bcpoli

Check out our Book Study for British Columbia Educators! All 4 sessions are now available on Dyslexia Canada's YouTube channel!📕 #BCEd #BCEdChat #7MightyMoves #Edusky

➡️"Know thy impact."⬅️ John Hattie's work on effect size is eye-opening (Why wasn't I taught this in preservice ed?!). One shift I have fully embraced... "My fundamental task is to evaluate the effect of my teaching on my students' learning and achievement." #BCEd #BCEdChat #EduSky

ARCHERISM: We've gotta keep the TEACH in TEACHER. Someone told me that a teacher's responsibility is to "provide opportunities to learn" which surprised me. Teachers have a responsibility to ensure children have LEARNED. #BCEd #BCEdChat #Edusky

I've been teaching for 25+ years, and it's only been within the last 5 that I was introduced to the hierarchy of evidence. I wonder how many programs and initiatives are promoted in #BCEd with little to no evidence. Is it a matter of who has the loudest voice & the largest platform? Hmm...

Early Screening for Kindergarten - Grade 3 Students in British Columbia, beginning September 2025! Coming this Fall/Winter - professional learning grants to school districts & independent schools to access additional training & education programs for teachers & support staff. #BCEd #BCPoli #EduSky

"Why aren’t we taught this during our education degrees!" This is the third comment I have received this week from new teachers who are now struggling with literacy instruction. Universities must do better in preparing teachers in pre-service education programs. It's time for change, #BCEd.

Early Screening for Kindergarten - Grade 3 Students in British Columbia, beginning September 2025! Coming this Fall/Winter - professional learning grants to school districts & independent schools to access additional training & education programs for teachers & support staff. #BCEd #BCPoli #EduSky

...aaand that's a wrap! It was a great experience hosting a 7 Mighty Moves book study for BC Educators. My cohost, Erica Roberts, and I are so grateful to be working and learning alongside the Dyslexia Canada team - thank you! #BCEd #SoR #KnowBetterDoBetter #AlwaysLearning

Hey #BCEd! Join us for the final session of the 7 Mighty Moves Book Study with @katelyonpr.bsky.social and Erica Wilson-Roberts. I'll be there too, adding my 2 cents worth! We're discussing Fluency and Comprehension!

Getting ready for tomorrow’s final session - join us, #BCEd! #7MightyMoves #AlwaysLearning