• Students can teach us more than we can teach them
• Every child matters (students must come first)
• Everyone has the right to an education and to be heard
• Relationships are the key to building a safe and welcoming environment
• Each student brings uniqueness to a classroom that is worth celebrating
• Learning journeys never end
• There are no dumb questions
• We should refrain from judgment
• In equitable opportunities for everyone
• We learn the most from our mistakes
• Students will surprise us (do not underestimate them)
• Gender and sexuality, truth and reconciliation, and inclusive education topics should be included in lesson plans
• In honouring diversity and all backgrounds and beliefs
• We should never assume anyone’s pronouns
• Mental health matters

*This list will grow as my education journey does*