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On November 22nd, all grade 9 students at Bonar Law Memorial School took part in an impactful Blanket Exercise facilitated by district staff, including First Nations Subject Coordinator Melissa Dedam, Director of First Nations Matthew Sweezy, and Rachel Bell, the First Nations Curriculum Lead. This meaningful event was organized to help students deepen their understanding of Indigenous history and experiences.

We were also honored to have Elder Marie Krysko from Pabineau First Nation, join us for the day. She guided everyone with wisdom and care, offering an opening and closing prayer, supporting the talking circle, and ensuring that everyone’s spirit was safe during this emotional journey. The Blanket Exercise covers a significant amount of history in a short time, and Elder Marie’s presence brought a sense of grounding and safety to all participants.

After the exercise, each student participated in a sharing circle, where they had the opportunity to reflect and share their thoughts, feelings, and ideas in a supportive and respectful environment. The experience was deeply meaningful and well-received by students and staff alike.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to Katherine Halas-Moulton for inviting the district team to facilitate this important event. Together, we continue to take steps toward understanding, reconciliation, and fostering a stronger connection between all members of our community.

#BlanketExercise #Reconciliation #CulturalUnderstanding #IndigenousEducation #CommunityEngagement

EECD has announced the return of the prestigious Excellence in Education Awards! This is an incredible opportunity to recognize two outstanding educators from ASD-N who go above and beyond to make a difference in the lives of their students and young learners.

We are fortunate to have so many remarkable teachers and Early Childhood Educators across our District. If you know an educator who inspires, empowers, and uplifts their students or young learners, consider submitting a nomination!

How to Nominate:
Attached to this post, you’ll find the nomination form and poster with all the details and directions you need.

Deadline:
Please send your completed nominations to our district office ([email protected]) to the attention of the District Education Council Chair (Mr. Joe Petersen) no later than February 2, 2025.

Let’s celebrate the incredible educators who make a difference every day!

Poster:

Nomination Form:

#ExcellenceInEducation #ASDN #CelebrateEducators

French Second Language Programs for the 2025-2026 School Year

Before registering your child, we ask that parents review the information posted to the ASD-N website, including a voice-over PowerPoint prepared by EECD titled “Everyone at Their Best Storyline”.

This year we will be hosting 2 virtual Q and A sessions for parents. To be able to participate in the virtual sessions, parents will have to download Zoom. Information will be provided on the following French Second Language Programs available in Anglophone North School District:

· Grade 1 Entry Point (Early French Immersion)
· Grade 6 Entry Point (Late French Immersion)
· Grade 5 Intensive French Program

Thursday, January 30th, 2025 at 6:30 pm
Join Zoom Meeting
Passcode: 2LFEix

Monday, February 10th, 2025 at 4:00 pm
Join Zoom Meeting
Passcode: 9GAifK

Deadline to register is April 10th, 2025.

The following link to the EECD French Second Language website may also be helpful to you: https://www2.gnb.ca/content/gnb/en/departments/education/k12/content/anglophone_sector/fsle.html

For additional information:
Contact your local school or Linda Dickson (French Second Language Programs Coordinator) at 778-6844.

L. E. Reinsborough School, New Brunswick – Melanie Arseneault, Behavior Intervention Mentor (BIM) at L. E. Reinsborough (LER) School, is making waves with her contributions to the Walk in My Shoes program, an initiative focused on teaching empathy and inclusivity in the classroom.

As the only Canadian school licensed to offer the program, LER is proud to have Arseneault play a leading role. She completed online training with the program’s founder, Margaret Weiss, and is now a certified facilitator. In addition to teaching lessons from the Inclusive Schools curriculum, Arseneault has contributed new lessons to the upcoming Accessible Worlds K-2 program, which addresses topics like mobility challenges, communication, and the role of service animals.

Arseneault has also been granted early access to deliver the K-2 program to students before its official U.S. release. Her efforts are already making a significant impact, helping students understand the challenges faced by those with ADHD, autism, visual impairments, fine and gross motor coordination, and other topic areas that enable the students to learn that awareness and empathy are the stepping stones to creating a more understanding, inclusive world.

By June 2025, the goal is for all LER students to participate in Walk in My Shoes lessons, strengthening the school’s commitment to inclusivity and respect.

Arseneault’s work is shaping a more compassionate, inclusive future for all students at LER.

This week, 25 middle school students from four schools in the district—Gretna Green School, Dr. Losier Middle School, Nelson Rural School, and Max Aitken Academy—gathered at Dr. Losier Middle School for an inspiring two-day App Dev Bootcamp. The event, held on December 10 and 11, was part of ASD-N’s commitment to fostering creativity and innovation among students.

The bootcamp was organized as part of Computer Science Education Week, an annual event dedicated to inspiring students worldwide to explore computer science and technology. CSEd Week aims to spark interest in coding, computational thinking, and innovation, showcasing the importance of computer science in today’s tech-driven world.

Facilitated by Apple Professional Learning Specialist, Megan McKellar, the bootcamp provided students with hands-on experience in app design and development. Participants engaged in key aspects of app development, including design thinking, user experience, and content creation. Over the course of the event, students developed app prototypes that addressed challenges relevant to their lives.

A highlight of the event was the opportunity for some students to present their prototypes to representatives from Apple Education. The students showcased their innovative ideas, receiving feedback and encouragement from the Apple Education representatives.

By combining creativity, technology, and real-world problem-solving, the App Dev Bootcamp allowed students to develop skills in a supportive and collaborative environment. The event highlighted the district’s commitment to providing meaningful, hands-on learning opportunities that prepare students to succeed in a rapidly changing world.