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Vice Principal at St. Paul Catholic Elementary School WCDSB

Joined August 2011
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In high school: Why do I need biology, chemistry, and physics? I'll never use this stuff in real life. Twenty years later: Vaccines are a conspiracy. GMOs are poison. I've done my research. Science isn't about memorizing facts. It's about learning to tell facts from nonsense.
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Today, we begin #BlackHistoryMonth, a time to honour the rich heritage, achievements, and lasting contributions of Black Canadians. Join us in celebrating this important month and acknowledging the profound impact of the Black community throughout history. #CelebrateBlackHistory
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Good morning. Take care of people who take care of people. At the end of the day we need each other and the litmus test for how well we live our lives is how well we treat others. Today hold tight to your caring heart. Happy Friday✨
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The coach of the Notre Dame football team, which defeated Georgia in their 12th consecutive win at the Sugar Bowl advancing to the semi-finals, Marcus Freeman, is a convert to Catholicism who reinstated the tradition of the Notre Dame football team attending Mass before games, which had been discontinued under the previous coach.
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On this blessed Christmas, we remember that Jesus, the Light of the World, was born in humble surroundings and visited by shepherds. As the Lamb of God, He brings salvation through love and compassion. May His light shine brightly in your life, today and always. Merry Christmas!
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Incredibly proud to be part of the @wcdsbStPaul community.
📰 The Spirit of Giving Shines Bright at St. Paul 🔗 wcdsb.ca/the-spirit-of-givin…
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Every person in a school matters, no matter their role.
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December 5, 2024 Due to the current weather conditions, ALL SCHOOL BUSES, TAXIS AND SPECIAL EDUCATION ROUTES are cancelled. All Schools are OPEN. All Extended Day Childcare Programs are OPEN. St. Louis online, daytime, and evening classes are open at all locations.
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“They don’t teach you this at principal school.” We could use that line a lot in school leadership…today we had 3 unexpected visitors come to school!
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📰 WCDSB Celebrates Expansion of Project SEARCH Program on International Day of Persons with Disabilities 🔗 ow.ly/zEQP50Ukm2T
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Let us continue to pray for martyred Ukraine, where even hospitals and other civilian buildings are being targeted. May we pray for Palestine, Israel, Lebanon, Myanmar, and Sudan. Let us pray for peace throughout the world.
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📐Great day of PD for @WCDSBstpaul staff diving into #WCDSBMath! Exploring key concepts, resources, long-range plans, and building spatial sense skills across grades. Focusing on high-impact strategies—small group instruction, tools, and assessments.💡📊 @DucPetra @WaterlooCDSB
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🎃👻 Gourd-geous job, Grade 8! Our @wcdsbStPaul pumpkin carvers really squashed it this Halloween! 🎃✨ Check out our spook-tacular Top 3 Jack-o-lanterns! 🧛‍♂️🕸️ These pumpkins are un-boo-lievably creative! 👻🧙‍♀️ Happy Halloween! 🕸️🍂🧡 #SpookySeason #StPaulPumpkinPride 🎃
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🚍 Today, on Bus Driver Appreciation Day, we give heartfelt thanks to the incredible bus drivers who safely transport students to and from school. Your commitment and care are truly appreciated. Thank you for everything you do!🙏💛 #WCDSBignite
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Incredibly grateful to @WCDSBInnovates for supporting their educators in this!! We're thrilled to have taken part and look forward to also supporting their educators on their esports journey ❤️
Last week we hosted @WCDSBInnovates for an esports PD night at @ConestogaC and in the Esports Hub. K-12 faculty were empowered with sessions, resources, and gaming consoles to support esports programming at their schools 🎮🎒 Best of luck to all aspiring WCDSB coaches & leads! #waterlooregion #esports
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It’s not just the classroom teacher but everyone from the bus drivers, front office staff, superintendents, and cafeteria staff. The school impact comes from EVERYONE that interacts with our children. The engagement, relationships, and connections make an impact at home too.
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Today was the culmination of co-planning and co-design from many partners! The community of @BSKBears have a tangible example of student, parent, staff and community coming together with a collective vision! The playground is amazing! @WaterlooCDSB #WCDSBIgnite #health4life
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Mr. Tavares retweeted
Our friends @ShakeUpLearning, @EricCurts, @BreakoutEDU, and @TheMerrillsEdu have scared up some wonderFALL digital Halloween activities! Get the links: shapegrams.com/october#more
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Mr. Tavares retweeted
Happy Thanksgiving! 🍂✨ Let's take a moment to reflect on the countless blessings in our lives. As it says in Psalm 136:1, 'O give thanks to the Lord, for He is good; His steadfast love endures forever.' May we carry gratitude in our hearts today and always. 🙏🧡 #Thanksgiving
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Grateful for the countless blessings that God pours into our lives every day. On this Thanksgiving, may our hearts overflow with thanks for His love, grace, and provision. 🙏 #Thanksgiving #Faith #GratefulHeart #WCDSBignite
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