Safe and Inclusive Schools
Aboriginal
| Title | Description | Type | ||
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| 100 Years of Residential Schools — Education Kit Legacy of Hope Foundation | This very large resource kit deals with the issues surrounding Aboriginal residential schools in Canada. It includes videos, wall charts and lesson plans. This kit is provided free. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| A Day for First Nations Awareness Greater Essex County District School Board | A short overview that suggests how to set up a day to explore First Nations culture. | |||
| A Sacred Journey District School Board of Niagara | This resource provides information about the culture and history of four major Aboriginal groups. There is also a section concerning residential schools. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | |||
| Aboriginal Art in Canada Limestone District School Board | This 35-slide presentation looks at Aboriginal art and questions why European art is always seen as the standard of excellence. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | |||
| Aboriginal Book List Ottawa-Carleton District School Board | As the title suggests, this is a list of books about Aboriginal people, cultures and issues. Most are appropriate for students in primary and junior grades. Best for elementary school staff. [Read More] | |||
| Aboriginal Cultural Competency Ontario Federation of Indian Friendship Centres | This organization has a number of programmes and resources. At least one board specifically mentioned the presentations by the Aboriginal Cultural Competency Education Coordinator. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Aboriginal Education Outreach Program Native Canadian Centre of Toronto | The Native Canadian Centre provides education outreach programs. Cultural Education will present sessions on a variety of topics. Could be used for students or for staff. Best for school staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Aboriginal Media Resources Aboriginal Multimedia Society | This website can be used if you want to find a specific type of resource. The publications, archives and in-depth section can serve as a search site. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Aboriginal Perspectives Aboriginal Perspectives | This website provides videos and lesson plans for teachers to access. The central goal is to facilitate the integration of Aboriginal perspectives in a number of curriculum areas. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Aboriginal Perspectives Halton District School Board | This website provides many resources for teachers trying to meet the needs of Aboriginal students, as well as those creating awareness for non-Aboriginal students. Frameworks, resources, websites and lesson plans are included. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Aboriginal Perspectives: A Guide To The Teacher's Toolkit Ministry of Education | This support document is designed to provide a greater understanding of the Teacher's Toolkit. It also suggests how classroom staff can use the toolkit. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | |||
| Aboriginal Perspectives: Teaching Strategies Ministry of Education | There are grade and subject specific materials which link curriculum outcomes with appropriate teaching strategies. This material is central to the Teacher's Toolkit. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Aboriginal Presentations Teya Peya Productions | This website is predominantly an information site about the company. However, parts of it lead to videos and resource materials that may be of use in the classroom. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Aboriginal Social Studies and Literacy Through the Arts York Region District School Board | This is a package of grade 6 materials which includes lesson outlines, activities and resources. The goal is to help students further understand Aboriginal culture. The vehicle is the use of the arts. Best for classroom teachers. [Read More] | |||
| Aboriginal Welcome Poster Toronto District School Board | This poster would make a colourful and useful classroom addition when students are dealing with Aboriginal peoples issues. The site lets you download a copy. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | |||
| Achieving Aboriginal Student Success Pamela Rose Toulouse | This guide discusses goals and strategies to support Aboriginal learners. Best practices are part of the material included. Best for K-8 staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Achieving Aboriginal Student Success: Lesson Plans Pamela Rose Toulouse | This 24-page document is an extract of the book by the same name. Materials included included provide an overview plus sample lessons and materials for a kindergarten program. Best for primary classroom staff. [Read More] | |||
| Andrea's Fiddle Blaine Klippenstein, Christie Jedele, Desmond Lagage | This children's book and music CD look at Aboriginal lore, music and dancing. Best for elementary classroom staff. | URL | ||
| Bias Free First Nations Books Good Minds.com | This website provides a list and description of books related to First Nations, Metis and Inuit stories. There are 22 books identified. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Canada and First Nations Relationships CBC | This CBC series explores in considerable detail the historical and current relationship between Canada and First Nations communities. In addition the the programs, the site has maps and various other support materials. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Classroom Materials: Aboriginal Students Greater Essex County District School Board | This site provides a host of links to classroom resources for instruction to enhance the learning experiences of Aboriginal students. Best for classroom teachers. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Cultural Awareness through Literature Durham District School Board | The goal is to increase awareness of Aboriginal culture. The target audience is whole classes – Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal students. The method uses stories written by Aboriginal authors. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| David Bouchard — Speaker David Bouchard | This speaker offers many different presentations for all levels of students. Many of the presentations have an Aboriginal culture focus. Best for school staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Elementary/Secondary Programs and Supports Seven Generations Education Institute | This organization provides a range of supports to elementary and secondary schools. The ultimate goal is to ensure all students meet with greater success. Seven Generations focuses its efforts in the Rainy River area. Best for school staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| FNMI Booklist - Secondary Ottawa-Carleton District School Board | As the title suggests, this is a list of books about Aboriginal people, cultures and issues. Most are appropriate for secondary students. Best for secondary school staff. [Read More] | |||
| FNMI Resources Ottawa-Carleton District School Board | This is a short list of materials teachers may find of use. Best for classroom staff. | |||
| FNMI Websites Ottawa-Carleton District School Board | As the title suggests, this is a list of websites with FNMI focus and content. Best for all staff. | |||
| Four Directions Teachings Four Directions Teachings | This site contains videos and other resources to allow students to learn about Indigenous knowledge and philosophy. A variety of First Nations groups are included. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Gateway to Aboriginal Heritage Canadian Museum of Civilization | Designed for teachers, this site is a central source for pictures, stories and other resources on a wide range of Canada's Aboriginal cultures. Some specific lesson plans are also included for primary, junior, intermediate and senior grades. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Good Minds Books Good Minds.com | This online book distributor has a large inventory of books with an Aboriginal focus. There are resources for students in many grades. Good Minds screens books before offering them. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| History and Legacy of Residential Schools Ottawa-Carleton District School Board | This two-page poster identifies a topic that may be of interest to classroom staff. Central staff may see this as a project they could undertake. Best for all staff. [Read More] | |||
| Learning a New Story Limestone District School Board | This presentation is divided into two sections. The first section presents a series of stereotypes about Aboriginal people in Canada. The second section presents more contemporary positive views. This could be used to generate a range of classroom discussions. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | |||
| Lessons from Turtle Island Native Curriculum in JK-4 Guy W. Jones and Sally Moomaw | This book is designed to help young children learn about Native peoples and culture. The themes of children, home, family, community and the environment are presented. There is a cost. Best for JK-4 teachers. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Metis Education Kit Metis Nation of Ontario | This kit is an extensive collection of resources that contains print materials and a music CD. The central focus is an introduction to Metis history, culture and heritage. There is a cost for the kit. [Read More] | URL | ||
| News Stereotypes of Aboriginal Peoples Limestone District School Board | The "Reporting in Indigenous Communities" website is a series of brief statements and examples of how the news often uses stereotypes in dealing with Aboriginal peoples. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Path of the Elders Path of the Elders | This website has teacher resources for grades 4-10. Each resource booklet contains outcomes and activities to enhance student understanding of Aboriginal culture. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Resources for Aboriginal Education Eastern Ontario Catholic Curriculum Cooperative | "Through Our Eyes" includes a DVD ($10) and a massive teachers manual (free). While the materials were designed for the Native Studies courses, parts could be used by any teacher wanting an inclusive thrust. The materials cover many topics in a variety of ways. The DVD provides an engaging format. Best for high school students. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Resources to Explore Aboriginal Culture Elementary Teachers' Federation of Ontario | This website has at least twenty links to activities to explore Aboriginal culture and history. Most of the resources are geared to specific curriculum activities for a range of grades. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Right to Play Right to Play | The organization program works with a range of First Nations communities. The overall goal is using play to develop essential life skills and support the value of culture of identity. The actual program is tailored to the specific community. Best for school staff working with First Nations students. [Read More] | URL | ||
| School Performances and Workshops -- Aboriginal Culture Sky Buffalo | This organization provides drama and drum-making workshops to schools. This is an excellent way to increase Aboriginal student inclusion and also help non-Aboriginal students understand Aboriginal culture. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Simple Language Lesson Ojibway and Cree Cultural Centre | This link takes you to a website where students can have days of the week, months, seasons, and animals spoken in Cree. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Songs in Cree and Oji-Cree Ojibway and Cree Cultural Centre | Some simple songs, such as "If You're Happy," "Good Morning," and "O Canada" are listed. When you click on them, you can hear the song sung in Cree or Oji-Cree. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Teaching Practices for Aboriginal Students Promising Practices in Aboriginal Education | This is an extensive website of articles discussing promising practices for teachers working at integrating Aboriginal students in the classroom. Depending on your needs and interests, you will select the most appropriate articles. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| The 7 Sacred Teachings The Sharing Circle | This site identifies and explains what each of the seven teachings mean. They are the foundation of Aboriginal life. Best for school staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| The Blanket Exercise Kairos Canada | This site describes a resource package that can be used to explore the impact European settlement had on Aboriginal peoples and their land. Resources exist for elementary and secondary schools. Best for school staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Transitions Ontario Native Education Counselling Association (ONECA) | The focus of this website is to support First Nations students with graduation from high school and transitioning to post-secondary education. A range of resources and suggestions are available. Best for administrators and classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Tribal Vision Dance and Song Tribal Vision | This organization provides live dance and singing performances to Ontario schools.They help Aboriginal students feel included and help non-Aboriginal students understand the culture. There is a cost. Best for school staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Venturing Forth: First Nations Entrepreneur Filmwest Associates | This DVD series looks at successful entrepreneurs of First Nations ancestry. It provides a very positive set of stories. Best for high school classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Video: Aboriginal Art Lakehead District School Board | This 17-minute video follows a high school visual arts class exploring traditional styles of Aboriginal art. While it is a high school class, the video could provide ideas to a wide range of teachers. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| We Stand Together — Aboriginal Students Free the Children | Free the Children focuses on children's issues throughout the world. This specific link leads to downloads related specifically to Aboriginal children. The focus is a call to attention. Best for school staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Women’s Roles in the Mi’kmaq Community Limestone District School Board | This resource has four lesson outlines dealing with the traditional role of Aboriginal women. Although it is focused on a specific tribe, the lessons can serve as a framework for lessons about other Aboriginal women. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] |
Bullying
| Title | Description | Type | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| About Bullying Pink Days.ca | This site provides links to a series of articles about bullying. The articles are contemporary and most come from various media sources. The focus is practical, not academic. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Anonymous Reporting of Bullying Nipissing-Parry Sound Catholic District School Board | This link provides a template of a website that students can use to inform administration about incidents of bullying. A number of schools already have such a program. Best for school staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Anti-Bullying Resources Algoma Region Community Partners | This page lists many resources of use to school based staff for addressing bullying in schools. Many of the resources are free. Best for school staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Assessment Toolkit for Bullying, Harassment and Peer Relations a Canadian Public Health Association | This is a large toolkit covering every aspect of bullying. Best practices and tools are central topics. Additional resources are identified. Best for all staff. [Read More] | |||
| Bullying Awareness: Reclaiming Our Schools Bullying Awareness.ca | The entire website deals with bullying in all its forms. There are resources, support materials and strategies. Professional development opportunities are also identified. Best for all staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Bullying Bibliography: Secondary Schools Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board | Each entry provides fair detail about a resource that could be of use when selecting bullying resources. Books and media are included. Best for secondary staff. [Read More] | |||
| Bullying Hurts Mainstream | This is a 20-minute puppet show discussing the issues of bullying. The focus is the effect of words and actions. The organization tends to focus in the Niagara region. Best for elementary classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Bullying Poster Campaign Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board | This link takes you to a series of posters. Each poster depicts one type of bullying. They can be used to generate classroom discussions. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Bullying Prevention Acoustic Opera | This site provides a video describing the presentation. It also provides a booking request form. The message is delivered through music. Best for elementary school staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Bullying Prevention Week Activities Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board | This resource identifies a series of activities that could be used at the school level. Suggestions are provided. Links to additional resources are included. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | |||
| Bullying Videos Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board | There are four short videos dealing with different types of bullying. Each video shows students in various situations and the resolution to each situation of bullying. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Components of Bullying Prevention Durham Catholic District School Board | This one-page diagram is a simple and useful page describing twelve components to a comprehensive bullying prevention program. Best for administrators. [Read More] | |||
| Imagine Bully-Free Schools Durham District School Board | "Imagine Bully-Free Schools" provides a framework to establish bully-free learning environments. The resource provides programs and action plans plus additional useful material. The document costs $100. To order, please call (905) 666-5500. Best for school administrators and classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Kelso's Choice —Conflict Management Skills Program Kelso's Choice —Conflict Management Skills Program | This site describes many elements and resources related to this conflict management program for primary/junior students. There are costs involved for each resource. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Kicking the Elephant's Ankle: A Bullying Allegory for Young Chil Christopher D'souza | This children's story book deals with bullying and how to deal with it. Written for younger Children, it follows an elephant and a colony of ants. Best for elementary teachers. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Little Book of Restorative Justice Good Book Publishers | Often associated with dealing with bullying, this small book provides insight for both staff and students. The cost of this book is $4.95. Best for school staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| No Bystanders to Bullying Ontario Principals’ Council | As the title suggests, "No More Bystanders=No More Bullies" is designed to help administrators work with staff to reduce bullying. Specific activities and a checklist are included. The cost of this resource is $32 plus GST and shipping. Best for school administrators. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Safe and Caring Schools The Society for Safe and Caring Schools and Communities | This resource page has links to many resources for staff and student dealing with bullying. There are specific resources for primary, junior and high school students and teachers. Best for school staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| School Climate 2.0 School Climate 2.0 | This extensive resource focuses on bullying but specifically on cyber bullying. This website describes the goals and content of the program. Many downloads are available. Best for school staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Seven Ways to Block a Cyberbully YouTube | The video details seven effective strategies for dealing with digital bullying. Best for classroom staff. | URL | ||
| Steps to Respect: Bullying Prevention Committee for Children | The Steps to Respect program is described. In addition to a general discussion about the bullying prevention program, there are also sample lessons and materials included. There are costs to acquire the materials. Best for elementary school staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Talk to Someone About Homophobic Bullying Durham District School Board | The full title of the two-page pamphlet clearly identifies its purpose: “Need to talk to someone about homophobic bullying.” The target audience is students. Best for school administrators and students. [Read More] | |||
| The Pledge Against Bullying Bell Media/CTV | CTV/Bell Media are supporting a public initiative to heighten awareness of, and foster action against, bullying. The initiative can be used by a school or a system. Best for all staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| THINK: Positive Use of Social Media Waterloo Region Crime Prevention Council | The THINK campaign promotes respectful and positive use of social media. There are 5 key questions the program focuses on. Social media has become a tool for bullying. Best for school administrators. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Video: Children on Bullying Shane Koyczan Inc. | “To This Day” is 7-minute video takes a child’s perspective on being bullied. It is a visual poem. Would work well as data for a classroom discussion. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL |
Ethnicity/Ancestry
| Title | Description | Type | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese Calligraphy ActivityVillage.co.uk | This resource provides several pages of the Chinese symbol for various English words. Best for classroom staff. | |||
| Classroom Resources: FNMI Ontario Secondary School Teachers’ Federation: “Full Circle: First Nations, Metis, Inuit Ways of Knowing” 2013 | This resource (CD) has 60 classroom ready lessons. The key focus is “what does it mean to be a young Aboriginal in Canada?” The resource includes lesson materials, handouts and assessment rubrics. The material has applications for a wide range of subjects. The cost is $20 for members and $30 for non-members. Best for high school teachers. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Diwali Word Search ActivityVillage.co.uk | This simple word search could be used by elementary teachers as part of a unit on celebrations, a discussion of the Hindu celebration of Diwali. Best for elementary classroom staff. [Read More] | |||
| Lesson on Ethnic Discrimination United Nations | The big advantage of these lessons on ethnic discrimination is that they are complete. Objectives, activities and resources are provided. It is possible to use just a part of the material provided. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Migrant Maxine Trottier | This children's book is the story of a Mexican Mennonite family that moves each spring to do farm work in Ontario. Best for discussing different cultures. Best for elementary classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Passages to Canada Passages Canada | This website offers a range of resources and suggestions. The central focus is sharing personal accounts of cultural identity and heritage. Staff and students can post to the site. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Portal to Black Canadian Resources Curriculum Services Canada | The Black Canadian Portal for Educators has 100+ links to resources to help classroom staff teach about Black=k Canadians and their contributions. Best for classroom staff [Read More] | URL | ||
| Resources for Black History Historica Canada | This is a completely self-contained classroom resource for black history. The materials provided can be used with students. The resource would be excellent for ensuring black students feel included and other students can expand their understanding. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Resources for Black History Month Elementary Teachers' Federation of Ontario | This website has several resources to support Black History Month. The links take you to classroom activities for a range of grades. Best for classroom teachers. [Read More] | URL |
Faith
| Title | Description | Type | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anti-Semitism and the Holocaust Azrieli Foundation | This Series of Holocaust Survivor Memoirs provides many suggested activities for four books based on the experiences of surviving holocaust victims. The books must be purchased. The Azrieli Foundation website has a number of links to downloadable resources. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | |||
| Considerations When Visiting a Mosque Limestone District School Board | This one-page checklist identifies appropriate behaviours when visiting a mosque. It is useful as part of a field trip package. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | |||
| Days of Observance Limestone District School Board | This is a calendar of religious observance days. It is presented as a document rather than a calendar. Best for all staff. | |||
| Elementary Religious Tolerance Teaching Tolerance – A Project of the Southern Poverty Law Centre | Although the materials are U.S. in origin, the link is still valuable. It provides the lesson plan and resources necessary to discuss various religions and the need for tolerance. The target group is grades 3 to 5. Best for elementary teachers. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Equity and Diversity Calendar Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board | This is a web-based equity and diversity calendar. While it is a standard list of significant religions and cultural dates, there is a teaching resource section. For many of the dates, a link exists to teacher resources that will help explore the significance and meaning of the day. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Facts About Various Religions Religion Facts | This extensive and easy to use site provides user-friendly fact sheets about 20 different religions. The information on each religion is extensive but easily understood. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Fighting Antisemitism Fighting Antisemitism Together | This link takes you to the lesson plans specifically tied to the Ontario curriculum expectations. Resources and lesson outlines are also included. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Fighting Antisemitism Together Fighting Antisemitism Together | The title explains what the site deals with. Resources and curriculum connections are provided. Some sample lessons are also included. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Handbook for Principals and Teacher-Advisors of Faith Clubs and Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board | This extensive Handbook is for principals and teacher-advisors. It provides all the background information, guidelines and procedural components necessary to establish and run faith clubs and prayer activities. Best for school administrators and teacher-advisors. [Read More] | |||
| Hanukkah Bibliography Limestone District School Board | This list of stories might be of interest to teachers as they look at celebrations. All annotated materials would have to be purchased. Best for classroom teachers. [Read More] | |||
| Holocaust Materials Greater Essex County District School Board | This is an advertisement for a film on the Holocaust. In addition, there is a mission statement page for the film. Teachers could use this with a range of students. [Read More] | |||
| Religion Descriptions and Calendar BBC | These pages provide two resources. Firstly, brief descriptions are provided for a number of religions. Secondly, a multifaith calendar is available. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Religion in the Classroom CBC | Radio and TV clips are provided to support discussion in classrooms. The material exists as stand alone resources and is not related to any specific lesson plans. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Religious Accommodation Durham District School Board | "Guidelines and Procedures for the Accommodation of Religious Requirements, Practices, and Observances" is a comprehensive and extensive document outlining all of the issues about religious accommodation: prayer, opening exercises, dietary issues and limitations to accommodations. There is also an extensive appendix that describes the key holy days for a large number of religions. Best for school administrators and classroom staff. [Read More] | |||
| Student and Teacher Book Resources Limestone District School Board | This booklist can be used to acquire resources for students dealing with Islam and Islamophobia. Best for classroom staff. | |||
| Winter Season Musical Halton District School Board | This resource provides information about a winter season musical honouring the holiday season for a number of religious/cultural groups. The material provides an example for a school activity. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] |
General
| Title | Description | Type | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Administrative Guides for Student Groups in Catholic Schools Ontario Catholic School Trustees’ Association | This document, released in September 2012, provides step-by-step guidelines for establishing and supporting student groups in schools within the Catholic context. It also includes a helpful proposal form for a student group or activity. Best for school administrators and staff advisors. [Read More] | |||
| Al's Pals Algoma District School Board | This program for primary students has a number of goals but one of them is to promote the appreciation of differences. This website provides more extensive information. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Anti-Bias Lesson Plans Anti-Defamation League | The site has a very strong anti-semitism focus. However, the curriculum connections section does deal with a range of equity issues. Background material and some lesson plans are included. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Arts Supported Equity Projects ArtsSmarts | The core of this program is to integrate the arts across the curriculum. The key tool is to connect artists with specific schools. All ArtsSmarts projects in the Waterloo region must have an equity component. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Assessing Learning Material for Bias Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board | The focus of this resources is perfectly described in its title. Some useful background information helps set up the teacher to understand the bias issues that may exist in curricular resources. A very extensive screening process is then identified. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | |||
| Belonging Booklet London District Catholic School Board | Within the context of Catholic faith-focused activities, this boooklet focuses on encouraging discussion and action to ensure the creation of a safe and inclusive school environment. Best for Catholic administrators and classroom staff. [Read More] | |||
| Blue Eyes Brown Eyes Exercise Jane Elliott | This commercial program is designed to help students explore and understand issues of prejudice. Lectures, workshops and resources are listed and described on the site. Best for school staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Building Equitable and Just Schools Edchange.org | This website has links to workshops, handouts and publications that support equity, diversity and multicultural issues. It is a good source of background material. Best for all staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Building Inclusive Communities in Catholic Schools Ontario English Catholic Teachers Association | This is a professional development program. The overriding approach is to create schools that both operate on catholic principles and are inclusive of a wide range of student groups found within schools. Staff should approach their local OECTA unit. The unit president will forward the request to provincial OECTA. Best for catholic classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Change Our World Change Our World | This website may provide classroom staff with some ideas for engaging students in activities that will foster equity themes. The Student Engagement Projects section deals with racism, sexism and homophobia. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Change Through Equity Harmony Movement | Change Through Equity is a program to help marginalized students become agents of social change through film making. Examples of films produced are provided in the link. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Character Development — Top 8 Values Waterloo Region District School Board | This one-page chart looks at values such as empathy, respect, and integrity and co-operation. For each value, a number of statements are made as to what the right thing to do is. Many of the statements have an equity basis. Best for school staff. [Read More] | |||
| Character Education Limestone District School Board | This Character Education Framework describes all elements of character education teaching so that schools can develop their own programs. Embedded within the Framework are issues of equity and inclusion. Best for administrators. [Read More] | |||
| Classroom Books and Diversity/Equity Huron-Superior Catholic District School Board | This is a list of books, each dealing with one element of equity, diversity and inclusion. Many are story books that can generate classroom discussions. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | |||
| Closing the Gap Initiative Durham District School Board | Four key equity areas are identified: physical or mental ability; sexual orientation; socio-economic background; and gender equity. For the key areas of the Ontario curriculum, critical questions, suggestions and resources are identified that cover the four equity areas. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | |||
| Combatting Hatred in the 21st Century Ontario Justice Education Network | This DVD is fully described by its title. It is best suited for high school. A range of subtopics and discussion points are included. Best for high school classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Creating Inclusionary Schools Thames Valley District School Board | This is an extensive website that looks at creating safe schools and inclusionary schools. It provides extensive background and support material for many issues, including how to honour and include diverse cultures. Sample lessons are included. Best for all staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Dealing Directly with Language Huron-Superior Catholic District School Board | The poster focuses on what to do when inappropriate language is being used in a range of situations. It provides a brief overview but directs actions. Best for school staff. [Read More] | |||
| Dealing with Language: Guidelines for Staff and Students Huron-Superior Catholic District School Board | This document deals with specific types of unacceptable language. For each, a rationale for what not to di is provided and suggestions are made for how to respond. Best for school staff. [Read More] | |||
| Developing Inclusive Learning Environments York Region District School Board | Developing Inclusive Learning Environments is extensive and provides practical information to help staff develop more inclusive learning environments. It cover JK to grade 12 and deals with a broad range of equity issues. Although it is more than five years old, it is still very useful. Best for school administrators and classroom staff. [Read More] | |||
| Diversity and Discrimination Workshops Jer's Vision | Workshops for students can be arranged on topics of diversity, discrimination and bullying. The website provides more details. Best for all staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Dropout Prevention: Visible Minorities Greater Essex County District School Board | This is a board program designed to reduce drop-out rates. The program had a visible minorities focus since they tend to have higher rates of non-completion. It is essentially an intervention program designed to provide closer monitoring and personal support. The board website has links to this program. Best for school administrators and counsellors. [Read More] | |||
| Elementary Diversity Conference: Facilitator Guide Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board | This is an extensive resource guide for lead facilitators. It identifies goals, objectives and activities to be used in preparing students for a diversity conference. This resource can be used as a template for someone considering developing a conference. It can also be used to provide classroom staff with lesson ideas. Best for all staff. [Read More] | |||
| Elementary Diversity Conference: Student Booklet Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board | This booklet supports the facilitator guide on the elementary diversity conference. It provides specific activities for students. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | |||
| Elephant in the Room Campaign Mood Disorders Society of Canada | The original intent of this campaign is to help overcome the stigma of mental illness. In doing so, it opens doors for discussion about the general issue of inclusion. Best for school staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Embedding Equity in the Classroom Ontario Secondary School Teachers’ Federation: “Full Circle: First Nations, Metis, Inuit Ways of Knowing” 2013 | “Creating Spaces: Embedding Equity in Education” 2010 explores the roots of injustice and discrimination. The focus is on how to build learning environments that are more equitable and tolerant. It provides practical strategies so teachers can make a difference. Sexual orientation, socio-economic status, gender, special education, aboriginal issues and other ethnic groups are included. The cost is $30 for members and $40 for non-members. Best for high school classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Equality -- Heart of a Just Society Ontario Justice Education Network | The DVD includes curriculum lessons and connections.It is best used in grades 10 -- 12. It is designed to create classroom discussion around the areas of charter rights. Best for high school classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Equity and Diversity Brochure Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board | This short brochure provides examples of activities that can be used to enhance equity and inclusion within schools and homes. There is also a brief section on what to do if a parent has concerns about equity issues at a school. Best for school administrators, staff and parents. [Read More] | |||
| Equity and Inclusion: From the Lens of the Social Teachings Catholic Curriculum Corporation/Ontario English Catholic Teachers' Association | This 400-page teaching resource is a comprehensive attempt to provide a framework, background and lesson plans on a range of equity issues. There are materials for most of the equity and inclusion issues. A resource list is also included. Best for secondary staff in Catholic schools. [Read More] | |||
| Equity Camp Memo Waterloo Region District School Board | This memo describes the purpose and eligibility for attendance at a summer camp program with a youth equity leadership theme. Best for central administrators. [Read More] | |||
| Equity Novel List Ottawa-Carleton District School Board | As the title indicates, this is a list of novels suitable to deal with equity issues. Each book is described and you are told the age the book is appropriate for. [Read More] | |||
| Equity Picture Books Ottawa-Carleton District School Board | This is a list of equity related picture books. It includes a synopsis and a statement about the age of students the book is appropriate for. As well, the books are categorized by the equity issue(s) they address. Best for K-8 classroom staff. [Read More] | |||
| Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and the Catholic Faith London District Catholic School Board | This resource looks at equity, diversity and inclusion and matches each to a biblical theme. Then each biblical theme is developed through quotes, comments and explanations. Curriculum connections are also made. Best for Catholic school staff. [Read More] | |||
| Facing History and Ourselves Facing History and Ourselves | This organization focuses on racism, antisemitism and prejudice. The site contains resources, teaching strategies and lesson plans. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Filmwest Catalogue Filmwest Associates | The catalogue of this company contains many DVDs on a range of topics. There are quite a few dealing with FNMI topics. Best for school staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| French Equity Picture Books Ottawa-Carleton District School Board | This is a list of French language equity related picture books. Organized by equity issues, a synopsis of the book plust the age group it is suitable for is included. Best for K-8 classroom staff. [Read More] | |||
| Hate Crimes and Human Rights - Resource Package for Teachers Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board | This large package is specifically targeted for grade 10 Civics. However, other teachers could certainly use some of the resources. Resources, lesson plans and guidance are provided. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | |||
| Hate or Debate Media Smarts | This is a complete lesson package, including resources. The focus is to generate classroom discussion about the difference between hate speech and legitimate free speech. Best for grades 8-10 classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| How Full is Your Bucket? For Kids Tom Rath | This is the student version of the adult book. The central purpose is to help students understand how every interaction produces a positive (full bucket) or negative (empty bucket) impact. Everyone needs a full bucket. Best for elementary staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Inclusion and Discrimination Posters Unlearn.com | The series of 24 posters is designed to foster classroom discussions. The posters present images that students can interpret for themselves. The set costs $114.99. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Inclusive Language Guidelines Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board | These Guidelines are designed to help all staff use communication strategies and phrases that, as much as possible, are inclusive of all people. Specific suggestions and examples are given that will help create inclusive classrooms. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | |||
| Inclusive Programs Ottawa-Carleton District School Board | This power point presentation identifies a series of initiatives possible for schools and boards. It is a list with very brief descriptions. Best for administrators. [Read More] | |||
| Inclusive, Safe and Caring Programs Ottawa-Carleton District School Board | This presentation is a summary of a staff professional development session. They are not complete enough to serves as professional development themselves but do provide an example of what could be arranged. Best for central staff. [Read More] | |||
| Inequality in the Classroom University of Guelph | This link is part of the University of Guelph handbood for tutorial leaders. The material is fairly simple and introductory but it could serve as a quick review for staff. The section can be used in 5-10 minutes total. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Know Your Rights: Students Toronto District School Board | The pamphlet is designed for students. The intent is to educate students about their human rights in the school environment. Best for school staff. [Read More] | |||
| Learning to Value Differences Roots of Empathy | The purpose of this program is to help students view themselves and the world through the eyes of others. One of the focal points is to let students value sharing experiences with people of different backgrounds. The program is delivered by trained facilitators. Costs are involved. There are also resources that can be purchased. Best for primary classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Materials for a Social Justice Forum Greater Essex County District School Board | Greater Essex County District School Board sponsors a yearly Social Justice Forum. The issues include hate crimes, violence against women, environmental issues, and the criminalization of mental health. Some advertising materials are included. Best for high school students. [Read More] | |||
| Materials to Support Equity and Inclusive Education Harmony Movement | This organization is funded by a range of community partners and the Ministry of Education. It provides a range of programs, workshops and assemblies. Some teacher resources are available. There is a cost for most of their offerings. Best for teachers. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Peace Tree Spirit Workshop Harmony Movement | This is a sample workshop outline presented to schools. This example comes from Waterloo Catholic DSB. Best for central and school administrators. [Read More] | |||
| Poster: Definitions of the “isms” Peterborough Victoria Northumberland and Clarington Catholic District School Board | This colourful poster provides definitions of the various types of discrimination. Good for generating student discussions. | |||
| Poster: Grounds for Discrimination Peterborough Victoria Northumberland and Clarington Catholic District School Board | This colourful poster could be used in a classroom to make students aware of the types of discrimination that exist. Discussions could be generated by the poster. [Read More] | |||
| Posters About Equity and Inclusive Education Issues Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board | This link take you to a series of posters that could be used in classes. They would support student discussions or could be used as visual reminders. There are posters for socio-economic status, gender, sexual orientation, plus others. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Presentations on Equity and Anti-Oppression Chris D'souza | These workshops examine ways to increase inclusivity that can create a more equitable environment. There is a need to continually adapt. Prices are indicated on the website. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Promoting a Positive School Climate Halton District School Board | This resource deals with specific issues, such as physical environment and parent engagement. For each issue, suggestions are provided for activities at three levels: school, classroom and student. Best for school staff. [Read More] | |||
| Resources to Help Students with Equity and Inclusive Education I Greater Essex County District School Board | This set of materials serves as examples of activities that could be used to help students deal with a range of equity issues. Most of the examples would require the involvement of community partners. [Read More] | |||
| Restorative Approaches Overview Thames Valley District School Board | This link provides a good overview of the restorative practices approach. The goal of the method is to resolve problems and create a safe school environment. Best for school administrators. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Reverencing the Dignity of All Renfrew County Catholic DSB | This extensive resource package deals with bullying and inclusion. The focus is the religious elements of inclusion. The package describes one week of activities. Best for Catholic school staff. [Read More] | |||
| Right to Play Right to Play | This organization offers many programs and resources. Many of the programs and resources are designed to create safe and inclusive school environments. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Safe Schools Resources Thames Valley District School Board | This page lists videos, resources and organizations that may be of use. Some resources have a price. Best for school administrators and classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Safe Schools Toolkit Thames Valley District School Board | This is an extensive and comprehensive website for a range of safe schools issues. The toolkit contains principles, implementation strategies, engaging stakeholders and much more. Best for all staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Safe Schools Toolkit Thames Valley District School Board/Institute for Education Leadership | This is an extensive and comprehensive website for a range of safe schools issues. The toolkit contains principles, implementation strategies, engaging stakeholders and much more. Best for all staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| School Resource Books on Equity and Diversity Themes Huron-Superior Catholic District School Board | This is an extensive list of books that can be used in the classroom. In addition to the specific book information, the issue it address is identified and a brief overview is provided. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | |||
| Self Training re Equity and Inclusive Education Issues Greater Essex County District School Board | The Greater Essex County District School Board provides teacher training materials to enhance understanding of a range of equity issues. Parts of the package could also be used by teachers to engage students in equity issues. Best for classroom staff and teacher trainers. [Read More] | |||
| Social Justice Begins With Me Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario | The materials describe a literature-based curriculum program whose goal is to engage students in discussions about issues of equality and social justice. There are read-aloud activities followed by classroom discussions. The resource kit is $65 (plus HST and shipping) and the CD is $45 (plus HST and shipping). Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | |||
| Speaker: Shakil Choudhury Anima Leadership | Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board has used this speaker on several occasions to deal with various elements of the equity and inclusive education initiative. This speaker is very well received by staff. Best for central and school administrators. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Speakers List Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board | This list identifies many possible speakers. A number of them deal with equity and inclusive education topics. Best for school staff. [Read More] | |||
| Student Activity: Slavery in Canadian Courts Limestone District School Board | This activity provides brief descriptions of cases heard by Canadian courts, mainly during the 18th Century. The judgement is given. Students are then asked to analyze the events and issues. Best for high school classroom staff. [Read More] | |||
| Supporting Bias-Free Progressive Discipline in Schools Ministry of Education with the Ontario Human Rights Commission | A Resources Guide for School and System Leaders This resource guide is meant to be used to help enhance understanding among members of school communities about key areas and topics related to progressive discipline: consideration of mitigating and other factors; bias and barriers to equity; human rights principles; and leadership as it relates to progressive discipline. [Read More] | |||
| Sustaining a Positive Climate: A Whole School Approach (Video Pr Toronto Catholic District School Board | This video project is to enhance positive school climate. The basic premise is each school is invited to produce a 3 to 5 minute video celebrating their positive school climate. Best for school administrators and classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Teaching Human Rights in Ontario Ontario Human Rights Commission | The materials provide a brief overview of the elements of the Ontario Human Rights Code. The second section is a short quiz followed by some case studies. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | |||
| Teaching Human Rights in Ontario: A guide for Ontario Schools Ontario Human Rights Commission | This guide (101 pages) provides human rights information, curriculum connections, case studies and resources. Equity is clearly part of the package. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | |||
| The Algoma Model Algoma Region Community Partners | This one-stop shopping website provides direction and resources for a range of equity and inclusion issues. This link is valuable for the resources it identifies. It is also valuable as an example for other regions. Best for all staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| The Danger of a Single Story: Stereotyping YouTube | This 20-minute video is the speech of Chimamanda Adichie, a female Nigerian story teller. The focus is how learning from only one story limits the view of the world. The consequence is a very limited world view. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| The Equity Bubble District School Board of Niagara | This 8-minute video contains clips of a number of young people sharing their views on issues of equity. Best for high school classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Together We Rock Together We Rock | The main purpose of this site is to inform people about a presenter they may wish to hire. However, the resources section does contain some useful classroom resources covering a number of equity issues. Best for high school classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Tribes Program Tribes Learning Community | This is the home site for the Tribes program. The central goal of Tribes is to increase inclusion and achievement. A great deal of information is available by scrolling through the site. Best for all staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Using an Equity Lens: A Guide to Creating Equitable and Inclusiv Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board | This is a comprehensive and practical guide to creating inclusive school environments. Some key background information is provided. In addition, each section contains expected outcomes and some reflective questions. It is very user friendly. Best for school administrators and classroom staff. [Read More] | |||
| Valuing Diversity in Catholic Schools St. Clair Catholic District School Board | "Valuing Diversity," (55 pages) provides the rationale for valuing diversity from a Catholic perspective. It provides many pages of practical information, guidelines, and checklists for creating equity and inclusivity in the classroom. Best for Catholic classroom teachers and school administrators. [Read More] | |||
| Walk Away, Ignore, Talk it Out, Seek Help (WITS) Booklist Ottawa-Carleton District School Board | If you are interested in the WITS program, this is a list of book resources. Best for classroom staff. | |||
| We Day We Day | This site contains an outline of the We Day initiative. The central focus is how young people can mobilize to produce social change. One of the issues is poverty. Resources and lesson plans are included as examples. Best for school staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Why Are All the Taxi Drivers …? Chris D'souza | This book deals with a child's questions to her mother about why certain roles seem to always be done by one type of person. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL |
Language
| Title | Description | Type | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Are You Spreading Hate? Limestone District School Board | This one-page resource attempts to pose questions about what we say and how it makes others feel. It could be used to generate discussion. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | |||
| Dealing Directly with Language Rainbow District School Board | As the title suggest, this document tries to help staff and students understand and handle issues where language chosen is inappropriate for an equitable and inclusive school environment. Best for school staff. [Read More] | |||
| English Language Learner (ELL) Profiles York Region District School Board | This document provides a one stop resource for staff dealing with ELL students. It provides good general background information. There are then extensive sections on learner profiles throughout the K-8 years. Best for classroom staff and central resource staff. [Read More] | |||
| Guidelines for Inclusive Language Durham District School Board | The Guidelines cover the gamut of issues related to creating an inclusive environment by ensuring inclusive language is used as the norm. It is a practical guide that provides lots of guidance and examples. Best for school administrators and classroom staff. [Read More] | |||
| Inclusive Language Guidelines Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board | This 20-page Guide provides practical information on a wide range of communication issues with the goal of facilitating more inclusive language practices. Cultural issues, translation issues plus word choices are part of the document. Best for all staff. [Read More] | |||
| Inclusive Language Posters Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board | This site provides six posters on the theme of inclusive language. The posters deal with different issues such as Aboriginal peoples, race and sexual orientation. Best for school staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Language Profiles York Region District School Board | This Resource for Teachers with English Language Learners has one central focus. It identifies for staff the possible impact a specific first language will have on the acquisition of English. 17 languages are covered. They include Arabic, Chinese, Russian, Spanish and Vietnamese. Best for classroom staff and central office resource staff. [Read More] | |||
| Welcoming English Language Learners (ELL) Students Handbook Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board | This is a useful Handbook for classroom staff dealing with English language learners (ELL). It provides some background information, resources and suggestions for dealing with ELL students in their first few weeks. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] |
Parent Engagement
| Title | Description | Type | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parent Guides to Learning Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board | This link connects to 37 pamphlets for parents. Each pamphlet takes an educational issue and provides relevant information for parents. Best for parents. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Parent Lending Library Limestone District School Board | The Limestone board has created a lending library specifically for parents. The materials discuss how to deal with specific issues, how to be a better parent and how to support children. Best for central and school administrators. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Parent Newsletter Lakehead District School Board | To enhance inclusion of parents, a school could consider a parent newsletter. Not just a list of upcoming events, this example tries to inform and educate parents. Best for school administrators. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Parent Tip Sheets Thunder Bay Catholic District School Board | Monthly tip sheets are provided to parents. The sheets increase parent understanding and provide ways parents can engage more in the child’s learning. Best for central and school administrators. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Parent Tip Sheets Northwest Catholic District School Board | Monthly tip sheets are provided to parents. The sheets increase parent understanding and provide ways parents can engage more in the child’s learning. Best for central and school administrators. [Read More] | URL |
Physical/Intellectual
| Title | Description | Type | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caring and Safe Schools in Ontario Ministry of Education | The central focus of this resource is to identify strategies and resources that will help schools become more caring and safe for all students. There is a special education focus. Best for school staff. [Read More] | |||
| Chart: Differentiated Instruction Durham Catholic District School Board | This chart is designed to support efforts with inclusionary education. The focus is differentiated instruction, its key elements and strategies. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | |||
| Chart: Inclusionary Instruction Durham Catholic District School Board | This chart identifies, in point form, the various elements for teaching using an inclusionary model. Best for classroom staff. | |||
| Creating a Culture of Accessibility Halton District School Board | This is a comprehensive resource designed to assist with creating physical and cultural accessibility. A range of disabilities are discussed. Best for school staff. [Read More] | |||
| Developing Empathy for Special Needs Students John McGivney Children's Centre | Two staff from the Children’s Centre will help elementary students develop empathy and understanding for children with physical disabilities. The goal is to help promote social inclusion. Class must have a physically challenged child ages 6 to 12. Best for elementary classroom staff in the area served by the Centre. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Disability is Natural Disability is Natural (This site is American) | The homepage of this site is filled with links that provide resources you can use to help students understand the issues of disability. There are also many links to equity and inclusive education resources. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Equity and Inclusive Education Resources Ontario Education Services Corporation | This is a vast website that looks at equity, inclusion and accessibility as they specifically relate to special education. There are lesson plans, multi-media presentations and glossaries. The site is of use for sample lessons and for background information. Best for classroom staff and administrators. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Fitness Friends Variety Village | Variety Village co-ordinates a program pairing students with and without disabilities. During recess, lunch and sometimes phys-ed classes, students create activities where all can participate. Best for school administrators and classroom staff. The current contact (2013) is Archie Allison. [Read More] | URL | ||
| I Belong I Belong.ca | This website provides information for students, parents and educators about those with intellectual disabilities. The overall goal is to increase awareness and foster a more supportive environment. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Multi-Lingual Parents Guide to Special Education Toronto District School Board | All boards have a parent guide to special education. Most are very similar. This link takes you to the parent guide of Toronto District School Board. Here you can choose the guide in 10 languages. Best for school administrators and classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Parent's Guide - Special Education Durham District School Board | Every board has a parent guide to special education. The advantage of this one is that it is available in nine languages. Best for central administrators. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Peer Help Program: Intellectual Disabilities Heads Up for Inclusion | This website provides all of the information necessary to set up the program. Basically, the goal is to connect two students: one who faces barriers and one who does not. The ultimate goal is to increase the inclusion of all students. Best for grades 6-12. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Resources to Include Special Needs Students I Am Norm National Inclusion Project | The I Am Norm resources include videos and other resources. The focus is to include special education students in the main stream classroom. It is designed to increase student understanding. The website has samples of videos available for previewing. Best for classroom teachers [Read More] | URL | ||
| Rick Hansen School Program Rick Hansen Foundation | These school presentations are available for elementary and secondary students. The essential focus is about inclusion with emphasis on disabilities. There are curriculum-based resources and lesson plans available. Best for school administrators and classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Steps to Inclusion Ontario Physical and Health Educators Association | Steps to Inclusion is available free online in PDF format. It outlines the necessary steps to achieve inclusion for students with disabilities. The document believes everyone deserves the benefits of physical activity. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Video: PI Students Integrated Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board | “Each Belongs” is 15-minute video which centres on scenes with exceptional students integrated into regular classrooms. Some of the students share their thoughts. Staff do the same. Would be useful to generate classroom discussions. [Read More] | URL |
Race
| Title | Description | Type | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| African Canadian Curriculum Resources Greater Essex County District School Board | These resource documents focus specifically on the history of African-Canadians that escaped slavery in the U.S. more than 150 years ago. There are specific curricular resources for grades 1-8 and 10. The grade 10 resource takes a broader perspective. [Read More] | |||
| Antiracism Resources British Columbia Teachers’ Federation | This link leads to an extensive and varied site with many resources dealing with anti-racism issues. You will find lesson plans, video resources plus many other resources. It is a one-stop shop for integrating racism issues into the classroom. It also provides overview resources to help the teacher understand the issue. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Antiracism Resources Elementary Teachers' Federation of Ontario | The website has several resources to support antiracism classroom activities. The materials cover a range of grades and subjects. Best for classroom teachers. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Antiracist Indicators for an Antiracist School York Region District School Board | This comprehensive 26-page paper looks at the climate, community relations, teacher and curriculum. In each case, the purpose is to allow self evaluation within a school. The goal is to improve student success. Best for school staff. [Read More] | |||
| Antiracist Multicultural Education Network of Ontario AMENO.ca | This website provides some resources that may be useful for classroom staff. However, most of the rescources identified are quite dated. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Black History and Song Donna Hendry, enseignante et conseillère pédagogique, Willimantic (Connecticut) | Donna Hendry provides a 4-lesson unit of study of Black culture through music. The focus is historical — not contemporary. The necessary resources are provided through links to other sites. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | |||
| Black History in Canada Halton District School Board | This website provides further links to many resources, websites and community partners. All of the material focuses on Blacks in Canada. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Black History Resources Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board/Ontario Heritage Trust | As the title identifies, this is a list of community resources available to support studies of Black History. In addition to a description of the resource, a link to the website is provided. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | |||
| Choose Your Voice FAST (Fighting Antisemitism Together) | Choose Your Voice is a curriculum based resource package. The goal is to provide materials that allow students to explore the experiences of Canadian groups that have experienced racism. The final section lets students explore what they can do. Best for classroom staff grades 6-8. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Digital Resources on Racism CBC | There are four different video clips available. Each deals with a different aspect of racism experienced by Chinese immigrants to Canada. Each clip is a few minutes long. Unfortunately, a few ads are tagged onto the beginning. Best for classroom staff grades 6-12. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Expanding the Circle of People Who Care About Racism Centre for Social Justice | This 24-page document is an attempt to engage more people to reduce racism. It provides background information, questionairres and suggestions for dealing with the issue. It takes a fairly aggressive stand and is probably better suited for older students. Best for high school staff. [Read More] | |||
| Exploring Issues of Racism Yukon Human Rights Commission | Although dated, this resource is still useful for classroom staff. The 13 pages provide a comprehensive overview of how to teach some of the issues related to racism. Objectives, materials, activities and evaluation are all covered. Best for grade 8-12 classroom staff. [Read More] | |||
| Extensive Resources: Equity and Inclusive Education Issues Safe at School.ca | This extensive website is filled with resources available online, as well as activities supported by this organization. There are resource materials for teachers. Specific topics covered include racism, homophobia, and sexism. Best for classroom staff (grades 7-12) [Read More] | URL | ||
| Facing Hate in Canada Westcoast Coalition for Human Dignity | This 10-page article provides a historical overview of events in Canadian history that display bigotry and discrimination. It could be used to expand staff understanding or as a resource with older students. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | |||
| Facing History Facing History.org | This website has many resources, lesson plans, unit outlines and teaching strategies. The central focus is racism and antisemitism. The focus is strongly American; however, parts of many resources could be useful. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Lesson on Racial Discrimination United Nations | The big advantage of these lessons on racial discrimination is that they are complete. Objectives, activities and resources are provided. It is possible to use just a part of the material provided. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Resources for Antiracism Historica Canada | This six-page resource provides background information and classroom activities. It is a very focused resource designed to deal with the issue of racism in the Canadian context. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] |
Socio-Economic Status
| Title | Description | Type | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antipoverty Resources British Columbia Teachers’ Federation | This link leads to an extensive and varied site with many resources dealing with antipoverty issues. You will find lesson plans, video resources plus many other resources. It is a one-stop shop for integrating poverty issues into the classroom. It also provides overview resources to help the teacher understand the issue. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Canada Without Poverty Canada Without Poverty | This extensive site identifies resources and provides information on poverty, its impact and related issues. Almost anyone will find something that is useful to them. Best for anyone interested in the issue. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Classism/Poverty Picture Books Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board/Elementary Teachers' Federation of Ontario | This 3-page list of books can be used by younger students to help understand the socio-economic issues of classism and the impact of poverty. All of the resources are part of the "Social Justice Begins With Me" kit. Best for grades K-4. [Read More] | |||
| Classroom Poverty Picture Books Elementary Teachers' Federation of Ontario | This one-page resource identifies picture books that teachers in grades 1-8 may use with students when dealing with the issue of poverty. Best for classrom staff grades 1-8 [Read More] | |||
| Culturally Proficient Education: An Asset-Based Response to Cond Randall B. Lindsey, Michelle S. Karns, Keith Myatt | This book looks at poverty and how students coming from poverty can be better educated. The approach is identified in the title. There is a cost. Best for all staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Make Poverty History Make Poverty History | There is a Canadian version of this website but the original U.K. sitehas more resources. There are extensive resources and activities for a wide range of grades and subjects. It is easy to use. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Possibilities: Resource on Poverty Elementary Teachers' Federation of Ontario | “Possibilities: Addressing Poverty in Elementary Schools” provides insight into the issues and biases surrounding poverty. More importantly, it provides strategies and approaches schools can use to enhance learning for all students. This resource costs $20 plus HST. Best for elementary classroom staff. [Read More] | |||
| Poverty in Schools Elementary Teachers' Federation of Ontario | “Poverty in Schools” discusses exactly that. It focuses on poverty issues and biases in Ontario schools. The document describes strategies used by seven elementary schools in Ontario, attempting to ensure that all students are successful. Many classroom strategies are identified. The cost is $10, including HST. Best for classroom staff. [Read More] | |||
| Reaching and Teaching Students in Poverty Edchange.org | This book is American and uses American data and examples. However, much of it is useful in the Ontario context. There are two central foci. The first is how poverty can damage students and the second is how to implement classroom strategies to improve learning. The cost of this book is $29.66 (paperback). Best for school staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Social Justice Books Elementary Teachers' Federation of Ontario | All of the books listed are part of the "Social Justice Begins with Me" kit. This is a good resource for teachers looking for student materials. Best for teachers of grades K-8. [Read More] | |||
| Ten Opportunities: Practical Ideas for Supporting Students and F Toronto Catholic District School Board | As the title identifies, ten opportunities to support students in poverty are discussed. Some of the opportunities are: parent engagement, honouring student voice, remediation and school culture. [Read More] | |||
| The Cardboard Shack Beneath the Bridge Tim Huff | This children's book is a compassionate look at destitution and poverty. The book can be used to generate classroom discussions. Best for elementary classroom staff. [Read More] | URL |
Support for Young Women
| Title | Description | Type | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Young Women Mentorship Program Toronto District School Board | “Young Women on the Move” is a mentorship program. The goal is to empower young women to become agents of positive change. The site provides all the information necessary if you want to create a similar program. Best for school administrators and classroom staff. [Read More] | URL | ||
| Young Women's Conference Rainy River District School Board | This agenda serves as an example for a conference for young female students. By addressing issues either unique to this group, or from a young female perspective, it enhances a sense of inclusion. Best for central and school administrators. [Read More] |