25/26 - In the G9 - 11 classes in particular, it has been really beneficial to see how AF and my skills and strengths complement each other and provide students with a range of paths to success. We have been discussing options for doing more 'class sharing' - perhaps using different texts and having students 'choose' the unit.

Our department focus was on streamlining our UOIs so that the skills development could occur in a more natural way from grades 9 and 10 into the Diploma Programme.  We have also been adapting units to provide greater breadth and depth in skill development, without relying on a large number of longer texts, and ensured that out mark schedules were adapted into 'what this means for your work' student speak.  

Overall, while still working with units that are completely new to me, knowing many of the students has made for a smoother transition.  Being able to knowledgably reference the things they did 'last year' has allowed for scaffolded strengthening of skills.  Within the department I have provided support for the Moodle system and how it can be used to meet our needs, but studies are really showing more and more that for learning areas like Literature, having students engage using elements other than a computer, is optimal.

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24/25 school year.  Having to hit the ground running made for lots of questions, and lots of reading in lots of places.  I was trying to make sure I was a valid resource for my students, while also giving them the best chance at hitting the IB independent inquiry requirements.

Although I only had senior NB students in the last few weeks of the 24/25 year, the New Brunswick Global Competencies were regularly referenced in all of my classes during the 25/26 year.

It was also lovely to have an NB Accreditation Team member visit my lesson as part of their time here in October 2025, and to bring the NBGCs into our planning for the following year.