Summer is almost over and that means school is starting up again. SOON. Whether you’re going into Grade 6, Grade 12 or university, school can bring on stress and anxiety for students as the school work piles up. I’m going into Grade 10 and something that I am making a priority this year is self […]
How to make a difference for a student while you shop for Back to School
August. It’s August. Already. We’re one month into summer vacation AND one month away from a new school year. A fresh start – new classes, new teachers and a clean slate. As I gear up for a new school year, I’m thinking about how I can create a positive impact while going through my everyday […]
The Most Powerful Word From A Teacher. #WorldTeachersDay
Today is #WorldTeachersDay. The day is set aside to honour, celebrate and appreciate the educators in our lives, from our teachers to our Principals, Superintendents, and anyone that has a role in education. I realized recently that there is one word that has been a catalyst for my journey as a young activist. From the […]
Sticks And Stones May Break Your Bones, But Words Can Hurt Forever
Gay. Retarded. Basic. Go kill yourself. It’s hard to believe, but these things are being said and heard, texted and read, posted and seen every day in our communities. I’ve seen and heard it myself. Everyday – and not just online – in malls, on the streets and in school. You cannot just go around saying […]
That time Pinball and I packed kits of school supplies. #AveryGivesBack
In June, just as the school year was coming to an end, I spent a few days with Pinball Clemons packing kits of school supplies and handing them out to students to ensure that they would have what they need to start school in September. We were both proud to work with Avery in this […]
How WE CREATE CHANGE Changed me, my community and the world
There are defining moments in every change–maker’s life. For some people it is reaching a milestone or goal and for others it is an event, meeting or realization. I’m talking about those stand-out parts of your journey when you just know that you’re on the right path. When I look back, my defining moments all […]