December 9, 2021
Odyssey Professional Development Day – February 11th: As we continue our commitment to Truth and Reconciliation in Langley Schools, our focus for Odyssey this year is on Truth and Reconciliation. As Justice Sinclair said, “Education is the key to reconciliation.” Odyssey is being organized to be relevant to all employees in the District with a focus on our collective responsibility to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action. Save the date – more details to come!
KEY RESOURCES IN LANGLEY
- Links to Key Info AND Resources in Langley
- Instructional Services Website: For all your district-vetted resources K-12! Check it out!
- Aboriginal Resources vetted by the District
- District Learning Commons – K-12 Resources to book out! Kits, Lit Circle Sets and more!
- TCS Sites (TCS SS-grade 3, 4-8, Secondary): Key resources are still being placed in these Teams. If you need access to one of these Teams, please email mismith@sd35.bc.ca
DISTRICT PROFESSIONAL LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
To see our full calendar of offerings, visit www.thinklangley.com
Asian Canadian Book Study
January 5, February 23, April 13, June 1 [Register]
Let’s talk books! Join us as we explore Young Adult novels created by Asian Canadian authors and artists. Together, we will curate a list of novels to support teachers looking for high-quality and engaging Young Adult literature that reflects our diverse community. Read one book or read ten! You determine what works for you throughout the Book Study series.
Geocaching 101
January 26, March 2 [Register]
In this two-part workshop, you will learn how to use a GPS (Global Positioning System) device in order to take your class outside and explore your local place through geocaching. In session 1, you will learn about the GPS units, how to find geocaching sites around Langley and how to create your own geocache. In session 2, we will spend time in a local environment putting this knowledge into practice.
La collaboration en immersion française (M-7e)
January 11 (Kindergarten), January 18 (Gr. 1-3), January 25(Gr. 4-7) [Register]
Veuillez nous joindre en janvier! Collaborez, partagez, apprennez, questionnez et mangez! Les séances sont organisés par niveau et nous allons discuster les sujets suivants: la progression des sons, les mots frequents, le vocabulaire commun, a progression de la grammaire, les livres pour nos élèves (étude de roman, cercles littéraires), les resources utiles, les autres items que vous aimeriez discuter et/ou partager. Public: Enseignants du primaire de James Kennedy et Belmont.
NEW Mystery Science
Two Dates: January 12, January 18 [Register]
Mystery Science is a K-5 “open and go” resource for teachers looking for engaging, easy-to-use, hands-on science lessons. For each lesson we will discuss: what is Mystery Science? How do teachers use mini-lessons for in-person and remote learning? How do teachers use our core lessons for in-person and remote learning?
Save the Date Odyssey 2022
February 11, 2022
Listen. Reflect. Act. Waking up to our collective responsibility.
Odyssey is our annual K-12 professional development conference open to all Langley School District staff and to guests from out-of-district.
DISTRICT LEARNING RESOURCES (more info)
District Learning Commons
Did you know that the DLC has Primary Career Ed Kits (Kit 1 and Kit 2 info). They are a hands-on, play-based set of materials to encourage the exploration of careers at the primary level. Order one kit or combine kits as desired.
Healthy Staff, Healthy Schools: Working on all three parts (more info)
Guarding Minds Survey- Your voice matters!
A big thank you to all staff that have completed the guarding minds at work survey. This survey is for all employees of the school district and is designed to measure engagement, work satisfaction and
psychological health and safety in the workplace. We are hoping for a good response rate to make the data as robust as possible and to provide clear direction as we work on staff well-being in the district. If you missed it, the survey will be open until December 15th through this link: Langley School District #35 Guarding Minds Survey 2021
Adult well-being courses from Mind-up
These courses will introduce you to the research and science around well-being and mindful teaching through the lens of MindUP’s four pillars – neuroscience, mindful awareness, social and emotional learning, and positive psychology. This course will offer you opportunities to learn, reflect and develop strategies to help you manage stress and support your mental well-being. Available free to all British Columbia educators. See attached flyer for details.
Well-being books
Your healthy staff/healthy schools reps or teams have received a set of books for all worksites about different well-being topics. The idea is for anyone who is interested to borrow them and bring them back for others to have a look at too. Many schools have them in the staff rooms or have added them to the learning commons. Have a look and share them around!
Stay tuned for more Healthy Staff, Healthy Schools news in the New Year as we work on this important topic together.
EXTERNAL STUDENT/STAFF OPPORTUNITIES and LEARNING RESOURCES
34th Annual British Columbia Japanese Speech Contest
The Consulate General of Japan in Vancouver and BC Japanese Speech Contest Organizing Committee are pleased to announce that registration for the 34th Annual British Columbia Japanese Speech Contest is NOW OPEN. *PRIZES for winners and all participants!
The contest will be held Saturday, March 5, 2022 at the Asian Centre, UBC. (Event format subject to change due to ongoing COVID-19 situation.)
This event is a wonderful opportunity for students learning Japanese as a foreign or second language to showcase their language skills in a challenging and rewarding context. Admission is FREE and open for public viewing.
Attached are the contest POSTER and GUIDELINES. Please feel free to share them with your students and colleagues. Further details and the online application form can be accessed at the consulate’s webpage: Register directly via the Online Application Form (Google Docs)
The registration deadline is 5pm Friday, February 4, 2022 and a list of the contestants who pass the preliminary screening will be posted on the Consulate’s website by 5pm on Tuesday, February 15, 2022.
We look forward to seeing you and your students! 日本語を話しましょう!