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It's often said that parents are a child’s first teachers in life. It’s true! And by partnering with your child’s school team, we can support one another throughout their educational journey. RETSD TV is a way we can connect with you and share some tips from leaders across our division on ways you can support your children today—right now—with their learning. These are system leaders who assist the school leaders, teachers, and other support staff in our division and with whom you may not be as familiar. Because in RETSD, we all work together in partnership with you, so we can educate our students—your children—to be inspired, skilled, responsible citizens.




EPISODE 16: HEALTHY CELLPHONE USE

In this episode of RETSD TV, PBIS coaches Candace Kosack and Natalie Creighton, along with technology integration consultant Richard Roberts, discuss healthy cellphone use for students. 


EPISODE 15: THINKING TRAPS

In this episode of RETSD TV, school social worker Angela Murray speaks about thinking traps, also known as cognitive distortions, and what can be done to prevent their negative impact.

EPISODE 14: SOCIAL SKILL DEVELOPMENT

In this episode of RETSD TV, certified school clinicians Sheila Zalluski and Taryn Wege discuss social skill development and how children of different ages can be supported.

EPISODE 13: SCHOOL/LIFE BALANCE: 

In this episode of RETSD TV, school social workers Amber McBurney and Ashley Bahadoosingh are joined by social work student Geneva Giesbrecht to discuss school/life balance.

EPISODE 12: DEPRESSION

In this episode of RETSD TV, school psychologist Shelby Nickel discusses depression and seasonal affective disorder in the winter, and strategies for gaining some relief.

EPISODE 11: WORK-BASED PROGRAMMING

In this episode of RETSD TV, Cat Westlake, applied arts/school to work consultant, discusses the variety of opportunities available for students today, including the High School Apprenticeship Program (HSAP), Credit for Employment, Career Development Internship Credit, and Project LIFE.

EPISODE 10: UNDERSTANDING AND ADDRESSING BULLYING BEHAVIOURS WITH YOUR CHILD

In this episode of RETSD TV, student services specialists Amber McBurney, Shelby Nickel, Melanie Caister, and Michaela Calderwood discuss bullying and how parents can develop strategies to help their child.

EPISODE 9: PHONOLOGICAL LITERACY PROGRAM

In this episode of RETSD TV, speech-language pathologist Reane Rivard discusses RETSD’s Phonological Literacy Program.

EPISODE 8: UNDERSTANDING ANXIETY AND HOW TO SUPPORT YOUR CHILD

In this episode of RETSD TV, school psychologist Deborah Baschuk discusses understanding anxiety and how to support your child.

EPISODE 7: ESPORTS

In this episode of RETSD TV, Richard Roberts, technology integration consultant, shares how scholastic esports are not just gaming, they are much more! He discusses the benefits they bring and how they are a powerful tool to foster future-ready skills, inclusion, and community among a diverse range of students. Game on!

EPISODE 6: SELF-REGULATION

In this episode of RETSD TV, Jennifer Barr, occupational therapist, discusses self-regulation. What is it? Why is it important? How can we support our children to develop it?

EPISODE 5: SCHOOL REFUSAL

In this episode of RETSD TV, Harmony Ewach, school social worker, explores school refusal and the behaviours students from kindergarten to Grade 12 may exhibit when they feel uneasy about attending school. She provides tips on how to reduce worries and anxiety, and how to build their confidence, resilience, and excitement about attending school.


EPISODE 4: BACK TO SCHOOL

In this episode of RETSD TV, Celeste Bartlett, school social worker, shares useful ideas and tips to help you prepare your child for a successful transition to the new school year.

EPISODE 3: TRANSITIONS

In this episode of RETSD TV, Tammy Mitchell, assistant superintendent of student services, talks about how parents and caregivers can support their children as they face transitions throughout their time in school—into kindergarten, between grade levels, or from one school to another. The strategies provided are practical and easy to put to use.

EPISODE 2: WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN I ATTEND MY CHILD'S PARENT-STUDENT-TEACHER CONFERENCE

In this episode of RETSD TV, Sandra Herbst, superintendent/CEO, talks about parent-student-teacher conferences. Take a moment to find out what you can expect and how you can prepare for them.


EPISODE 1: HOME READING TIPS

In this episode of RETSD TV, Karen Boyd, assistant superintendent of educational programming, shares literacy tips that apply to all students from kindergarten to Grade 12 (and beyond!). Listen in as she shares her views on how to incorporate the gift of reading into everyday life.

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