WSD Inclusion Support

Despite the change over time, these lands remain important places, with deep histories for those who have lived here since time immemorial 🍃

Gaining understanding of Indigenous Ways of Knowing and Being that emphasize balance of the physical, mental emotional, and spiritual well-being of ourselves, the children we work with, and community. Thank you to Vern Dano for wisdom shared this morning.

World Down Syndrome Day

The United Nations first recognized March 21st as World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD) in 2012. The date – the 21st day of the 3rd month – was specifically chosen to signify the uniqueness of the triplication (trisomy) of the 21st chromosome which causes Down syndrome.

Colourful socks look a little like chromosomes and are a fun way to bring awareness. Whatever the colour and design, whether mismatched or matched, let them start the conversation 🧦



https://www.worlddownsyndromeday.org/

WSD Schools are taking time to think about, learn about, honour, and remember those who attended residential schools and those who did not come home.

Students have the right to meaningful, authentic learning and school experiences.

Save the dates!!

Winnipeg School Division brings education to all students through safe, inclusive, and caring environments.

February 2022 is Inclusive Education Month, and we recognize everyone who impacts students' lives in WSD.

WSD is committed to ensuring all students have equal access to education, providing strength-based practices to learning, professional development for all school staff and engaging parents, partners, and communities about inclusiveness through education.

Our societies are diverse, and the schools in WSD reflect that diversity. Together we interact and engage with different groups across schools in WSD.

Jón Olafson, Service Director for Inclusion Support Services, said the WSD’s focus on Inclusive Education is providing an appropriate education for all students. “We ensure diverse needs are being met through equity and inclusive lenses. Students and families come to the table doing the best they can."

"This month provides a spotlight on the excellent work in schools and the importance of safe and inclusive schools."

Inclusive Education in WSD has several aspects and educators who contribute to inclusive environments for all students. The approach to teaching is multidisciplinary, focusing on individual and school-based inclusive education.

Congrats to our team member Fiona England, who was featured in a Winnipeg Free Press article today. Thanks for representing WSD so positively!

Fiona England, Healthy Minds initiative specialist at Winnipeg School Division, a new program - the Care for All in Education Initiative has secured $500,000 from the province to support educator and school staff mental health, with real-time facilitators that can direct staff to available resources and strategies.

Visit the Winnipeg Free Press to read the full article.

Shoutout to Wolseley School for their Positive Posts board!! Let’s take care of ourselves and one another this month… and the months ahead 💖

Calm begets calm. Kindness encourages kindness. It all has a domino effect. Aim to be the start :)

Happy Halloween from Inclusion Support Services!! 🎃 May you all enjoy the sugar highs this weekend 🍬