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Author: Matea Tuhtar

Uncovering Black History in Downtown Winnipeg

February 23, 2026February 23, 2026

Teachers Kathryn Laframboise and Jonathan McPhail helped students uncover stories that led to a powerful school-wide project, and a national recognition through the 2025 Governor General’s History Award for Excellence in Teaching.

Building Resilience Through Film

February 12, 2026February 12, 2026

At Oak Park High School, film class isn’t just teaching students about cameras, scripts, and editing software. Filmmaking is a great way to support student mental health by fostering cooperation, confidence, and a sense of belonging.

Building Media Literacy

January 23, 2026January 23, 2026

In classrooms across Manitoba, a new challenge has emerged, one that simply didn’t exist a generation ago. Students are surrounded by information but often do not recognize where it comes from.

The Long Path to Certification

January 7, 2026January 7, 2026

Porfiria Pedrina has never been one to walk away from a challenge and her journey into Manitoba’s education system is a powerful reminder of what persistence, advocacy, and a deep belief in equity can accomplish.

Creating Safe Spaces

December 12, 2025December 12, 2025

Jennifer Wiebe, a Language & Literature and Truth and Reconciliation educator at École River Heights School, has long been committed to fostering equity and belonging in her classroom and beyond.

Personalizing Land Acknowledgements

November 25, 2025November 25, 2025

In her first year at Arthur A. Leach School, Grade 6 teacher Tawny Lanigan brought with her a project that is quickly becoming a meaningful signature of her classroom culture.

Designing for Every Brain

November 13, 2025November 13, 2025

When Ezra Reimer left a 15-year career in graphic design and branding at Red River College to become a teacher, he expected the challenge of a new profession.

Meet the Vice-President: Joel Swaan

October 21, 2025November 13, 2025

For more than two decades, Joel Swaan has dedicated his career to teaching, leadership, and advocacy in education. He had great educators throughout childhood who inspired him to teach. 

Meet the President: Lillian Klausen

October 9, 2025November 13, 2025

Growing up on a farm Klausen learned early the values of hard work, community, and connection. With a father who farmed and a mother who taught, education felt like a natural calling.

Eco-Education in Action

May 16, 2025July 3, 2025

At École Leila North Community School, learning comes to life in some rather novel ways: through chickens, bees, gardens, and […]

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