In episode 3, Shannon Gillespie at Nanaimo Christian School shares a passion for middle school-aged students specifically, and Nanaimo’s unique theme-based structure for their learning. Join the ESC “Gam” as we learn: that some of us really don’t know much about musicals; that in Nanaimo, bathtubs are for racing in the Salish Sea; the payoff when you take the time to onboard new students; why middle schoolers are not just shorter high school students; how Shannon’s grade 8 math class delved into the world of real estate; that flexible student grouping can encourage engagement and passion in learning; how a commitment to professional co-planning and collaboration is worth the effort; why fitting in is the opposite of belonging; that BC ferries can double as a pretty good whale tour.

You can reach Shannon at [email protected]. She also has her own podcast for her students called "In the Middle Of..."

In episode 2, Zaak Robichaud from Calgary Christian School shares a vision for mathematics that supports the whole student—academically but also social/emotionally—in the ESC “Route.” Join us as we discover: the superfruit you’ve probably never heard of; the real purpose behind land acknowledgement; how many mini donuts are consumed annually at the Calgary Stampede; the four best breweries in Calgary; the unique experience of being a teacher at a public Christian school; Zaak’s (successful!) experiment in not giving students grades; the unexpected story of an inspiring math student; the depth and doctrine of incarnation; what to throw and not to throw at a coyote.

Connect with Zaak at [email protected].

For our maiden episode, Harry Blyleven from Hamilton District Christian High talks tech and Project Based Learning in the Every Square Centimetre "Nursery.” Join us as we learn: where the "poo" emoji lands in the list of all time used emojis; that they don't serve "phlegm brûlée" in Ontario... or anywhere else for that matter; the sad context of the name "mush hole;" about Hamilton District Christian High School's focus on PBL and technology; Harry's attempt to redeem the cell phone in education; how Harry's class developed an app to create a walking tour for a historical spot in southern Ontario; that raccoons rank 4th in animals that bite Hamiltonians.

You can connect with Harry at [email protected].