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Branden Meier

I graduated from Concordia University of Edmonton with a Bachelor of Arts, majoring in Psychology and minoring in Education.

I currently work as a coach at a ninja warrior gym in Edmonton and have been able to see and work with many kids with exceptionalities. I have been coaching there for the past 5 years coaching 5 year old's up to adult classes.

I hope to gain a better understanding of inclusive education as well as develop better strategies to help support children with diverse needs.

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Shantel Mills

I have a bachelor's degree in psychology from UofA. I fell in love with educational theories, and became fascinated with how children acquire English as a second language, and how children learn English as their first language.

I taught English as a second language to children and adults after I graduated. This year I had the opportunity to volunteer in schools working with grade 5 and 6 students.

I want to be a teacher who welcomes all students to my classroom. I want all students to feel like they belong. I'm eager to learn more about creating this type of inclusive classroom.

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My name is Laila Mustapha, and I hold a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Biochemistry from Concordia University of Edmonton. As a mother of two children of different ages, I have developed valuable skills that naturally enhance my ability to work with students. In my free time, I enjoy reading and cooking. Cooking, in particular, feels like an art to me—a craft that allows me to create something meaningful from simple ingredients. I am looking forward to develop the professional skills and knowledge necessary to effectively understand, organize, and communicate information to students, ensuring a meaningful and impactful learning experience.

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Diana Kancer

I have a Bachelor of Arts Degree, majoring in sociology and minoring in education. Last year, I started working as an EA with Edmonton Catholic Schools, and this September, I started working at an out-of-school daycare. I am very grateful for these opportunities, which give me a chance to work with children as well as learn from these experiences as a future teacher. I am looking forward to learning how to support my students through out their learning as well as creating an inclsuive environment!

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Megan Kick

I have my BSc in Biology minor in Education from here at CUE! My love for working with kids started in teaching dance, which I still do. I teach at a studio, and am also an instructor with a company called dancED, an artist-in-residency program hired by schools! I've worked with a lot of schools in Edmonton Public and Blackgold Division areas with students from Kindergarten to Grade 9! I've also been able to work with some Connections, Interactions, Specialized Kinder and Pre-K classes throughout the area and they have been the most rewarding! I've also volunteered with Cerebral Palsy Alberta last year in their Dance Without Limits program, and am hoping to continue again in the new year!

I'd love to come away with knowing how to make the classroom more inclusive in terms of design / day-to-day functioning

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Taylor Zurfluh

I have a Bachelor of Arts degree, majoring in Psychology with a minor in Education. I grew up dancing, and over the past few years, I've had the opportunity to teach dance. It has been amazing to watch my students grow, gain confidence, and learn new things. Teaching dance has reminded me how much I love working with students and helping them reach their potential.

I'm really looking forward to learning how to support all learners and find ways to reach each student, ensuring that everyone feels included and valued.

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Sara Zawada

I graduated from MacEwan University with a Bachelor of Art degree in psychology.

I tutor and mentor kiddos with their reading & writing. I have always had the desire to teach elementary.

I enjoy going for walks, the gym, concerts, karaoke, and quadding on the farm.

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Hello!

My name is Hayley Ouellette. Before beginning this program, I completed a Bachelor of Arts in Criminology with a minor in Psychology at MacEwan University, graduating with distinction.

I am currently a competitive hip-hop dancer with EyeCandy Company, and for many years I’ve competed in a variety of dance disciplines. I began student teaching dance at the age of twelve and became an independent instructor by sixteen. Over the years, I’ve taught at local schools and dance academies, and I now teach and manage a local dance studio, where I continue to share my passion and inspire others. For over a decade, I’ve had the privilege of teaching students of all ages and have witnessed how creativity and movement can foster confidence, connection, and self-expression.

Through this module, I hope to continue developing strategies to create inclusive learning spaces that celebrate diversity, individuality, and belonging.

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Jennifer Rhese-Taylor

I have my BA in Sociology and minor in French. My independent capstone research project looked into women's' experiences with the Alberta curriculum and I am interested in continuing my research in the future.

One thing about me:

Prior to university, I had no experience with French as I grew up in an anglophone community. My passion with French developed during university and it led me to participate in two French immersion programs in Québec so far. My goal is to become fluent and I am looking forward to teaching French as a second language in two years time!

I would like to learn how to create inclusive lesson plans, from this module, so that my classroom will be a positive learning environment for all.

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Kate Roy

I completed my Bachelor of Arts, major in History and minor in Education. I have volunteered in a multitude of schools with a variety of students. I began volunteering in classrooms after grade 12, and even had the chance to teach a Social Studies lesson on the Famous Five to a Grade 5 class. That moment solidified my passion to become a teacher. I have worked in Catholic and French Immersion schools, which have given me various opportunities to learn and grow who I want to be as a teacher.

One thing I would like to take away from this course is how to create lessons that are inclusive to all learner’s strengths. I want to be able to be inclusive for all my future students and give them the best education experience I can.

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I graduated from the University of Alberta with a Bachelor of Arts Double Majoring in Music and English. Attending both the U of A and CUE has given me a diverse university experience.

I have volunteered at St. Paul Elementary School (Grade 1) and Delton Elementary School (Grade 5/6) - Div. 1 and 2, affluent and inner city, EPSB and ECSD, etc. I have worked at Canterbury Foundation Seniors' Home for 8 years. Working with seniors and children is not all that different. I volunteered with Big Brothers Big Sisters as a Big Sister mentor for 4 years. I also worked as a Youth Director/Sunday School Coordinator at Dayspring Presbyterian for 3 years.

I am hoping to learn more about teaching in such complex classrooms that exist today. I want to learn what will benefit both my students and myself.

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Sierra Gour

I have a Bachelors of Arts majoring in French minoring in Education. I have always had a way of simply connecting with children and from a young age I saw teaching as my ideal career. I have played sports my entire life and through that is where I have become a Ringette Coach. For the last 5 years well I played ringette I also taught it and that is where my passion for helping children grow and improve has thrived. Something that I love mentioning when people are getting to know me is that I am a Wildfire Dispatcher for Alberta Wildfire during the summer months. I have learnt plenty about multi tasking, listening to multiple conversations at once and time management. Needless to say my job tends to be a consistent state of controlled chaos but it has become another one of my passions.

Due to coaching I have had limited time to spend in the classroom and I am intrigued to learn how to work with students in a different environment, different learning styles and learning difficulties, what teachers really do behind the scenes (lesson planning, class management etc.) and how to become what my favourite teachers were to me.

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Erica Myles

I graduated from MacEwan University in 2025 with a Arts Degree in Honours English and Classics Minor. I also have a diploma in Library and Information Technology from MacEwan.

I am curious about inclusive education because I did not know about it until post secondary. I want to be an accommodating to help students learn better.

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Kate Flynn

I graduated from Concordia University of Edmonton this past year with a Bachelor of Arts Degree, majoring in Psychology and minoring in Education. I am looking forward to learning more about how to help support the diverse learning needs of students in my future classroom.

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Emma Hamans

I completed my Bachelor of Arts at Concordia University in 2025. I grew up dancing and have taught ballet for the past few years, which has deepened my love for teaching and working with students. I’m excited to continue learning about education and how to create positive and engaging learning experiences for all students.

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Logan Chorney

I grew up in Cochrane Alberta and moved to Edmonton in 2015 to attend the University of Alberta. There I obtained my BFA in Technical Theatre Production. From there I freelanced as a sound designer and sound technician for local theatre and music. Because of the pandemic in 2020, there was no longer any available work so I returned to school at MC collage and became I licensed hairstylist/ barber. For the past several years I have been working full-time cutting hair and teaching people music production as a side hobby. Essentially, I want to be a music teacher and share with kids one of the things in my life that has brought me so much joy and purpose.

As our understanding of the complexities facing younger students grow, I believe this module is going to be paramount to our success as new teachers to help us better understand the challenges all students face.

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Alissa Mennie

I have a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in Education.

I also worked at a summer camp for the summers of 2022-2024, and I volunteered with a Grade 2 class during the school year of 2024/2025.

I would like to be a teacher that creates a very welcoming environment for all of my students and I hope that this module will help me gain the knowledge and skills necessary to do so effectively.

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Daniel (Ben) van den Bosch

I got my BA from Concordia back in 2012, and one of the things I've been doing since then is working with a Homeschool board teaching with their online course program. I'm hoping to increase my experience of where different people come from, and how best to facilitate their success.

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I split my undergrad between Simon Fraser University and Concordia University (Montreal), and went on to complete an MA and most of a PhD at York University: all in the delightfully interdisciplinary field of gender students. While my teaching experience is mostly limited to undergraduate students, I also spent some time working with a children's choir (ages 8-12) and facilitating sexual health workshops (ages 12-18). At some point, I realized that my absolute favourite part of academia was the teaching; I could happily do without the rest. That, combined with a change in life circumstances, brought me to this B. Ed. program.

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Hi! My name is Maria Antonucci. I have a Bachelor of Arts Degree with a major in Sociology and a minor in Education. I have always wanted to be a teacher, specifically an Elementary teacher, simply because of the impact it has had on my life from a young age to present. I had the opportunity to assist in coaching a soccer team, and throughout my undergrad, I volunteered in primary schools, which solidified my interest in working with children. That said, I am excited to begin my journey as a future teacher.

Throughout this course, I hope to gain insight into how to further create an inclusive and welcoming classroom environment within the setting itself, as well as my strategies as a teacher.

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Jaeanna Saskiw

I have a Bachelor of Arts with a major in Sociology and a minor in Education. I always wanted to be a teacher, but recently when I worked as an EA I found I really have a passion for working with children and wanted to pursue it as a career. I am excited to learn more about how to create an inclusive classroom environment as well as strategies to help students be successful.

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Sean Lyon

I graduated from the UofA in 2025 with my BSc in Nutrition and Food Science. For the last year I have been coaching various children's sports, doing this made me realize how much I love working with kids and led me to apply to become a teacher!

I am very excited to get a better understanding of how I can be the best educator I can for all kids.

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Hi I am Nicholas Nunez, I finished a Bachelor of Arts at MacEwan University last year, have been coaching and refereeing youth for many years. I love sports and working with children and hope to significantly expand my knowledge of education and teaching.

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Hi! My name is Kiera Leblanc. I have a Bachelor of Early Childhood Curriculum Studies degree from MacEwan University, and have a passion for play-based learning, children's rights, and equitable opportunities for all. From this module, I hope to fortify what I already know through new perspectives and opportunities, and I am excited to learn all that I can!

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Hi I'm Liam,

I have a sociology degree from MacEwan university (graduated 2019). I have extensive experience working with marginalized populations (child services & adults with disabilities) and I hope to use this experience in my teaching. In my free time i am an avid skier and I like to spend my summers hiking and camping with my dogs and partner. I'm looking forward to the opportunity to learn how to teach in the classroom.

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Hi I’m Drew! I have a bachelors in English and Psychology here at CUE. I have worked with students from elementary to high school and I look forward to getting new experience teaching in a classroom. In my free time I love to read, write, drawing, and paint. I’m really excited to learn more about inclusive education and finding more ways to make education more equitable!

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Leah Churchill

I have a Bachelor of Arts with a major in sociology and a minor in education. I aspire to become a creative and welcoming teacher. I want to become a teacher because I enjoy working with children and creating a classroom/school community. One thing I want you to know about me is that I have been working towards being a teacher for many years, and am VERY EXCITED TO BE HERE. I found my love for teaching helping at my local Bible camp, and then more so with various volunteer and work opportunities I have had. EX 4-H leadership roles, support staff for Sports for Girls By Girls, YMCA daycares, and educational support in a local public school.

I look forward to learning more methods to create inclusive classrooms for children who are on the Autism spectrum.

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Hi there!

My name is Gabriela Renderos.

I have an honours psychology degree from MacEwan University, and I graduated almost 5 years ago. Additionally, I have lots of experience working as a Therapeutic Assistant for Behavioural Therapy (TABT) with the Edmonton Catholic School Division.

Whenever I have free time, you can catch me spending time with my partner and our cat, hanging out with friends, napping, or playing badminton!

I really hope to learn more about inclusive education, and I'd love to learn how to teach in my native language, Spanish.

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Miya Arsenault

I graduated from Concordia in 2025 with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology! I always knew I wanted to be a teacher , I grew up volunteering at summer camps and surrounded by educators in my family as well. I am very passionate about inclusion! I worked as a supply Educational Assistant throughout my undergrad and have seen how great inclusion can be when implemented properly and how inclusive can struggle when not implemented properly. I would like to build my toolbox with strategies and resources that support inclusion in classrooms. I would also like to learn what inclusion looks and feels like in today’s classrooms from an educators stand point.

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Hayley Hall

I have a Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in English and a minor in Education. I began teaching kids after receiving my Educational Assistant certificate from GPRC. I had the opportunity to work with students from Kindergarten to Grade 9, I've worked closely with students with Autism and FASD. I have coached men's club volleyball for the last 3 years with the Nait program. I love working alongside individuals with exceptionalities and athletes.

In this class, I hope to learn more about different strategies for working with challenging students with complex needs.

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Tori Aird

Inclusive education is something that has benefitted me greatly as a student, and I look forward to further my understanding of it from a educator's perspective, as well. Differentiation can look so different depending on the student/teacher, so expanding my knowledge of it will help me learn different strategies to help my future students.

My undergrad is a BA With Distinction, Majoring in English, from Athabasca University. I have over a decade in volunteering and work experience in classrooms and am so excited to one day have my own. (:

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Hannah Allan

I graduated in May 2025 from Concordia University with a Bachelor of Sociology and a minor in Education. With over ten years of experience working with children and youth in various settings, I’m passionate about creating supportive and inclusive learning environments. I look forward to gaining new tools, resources, and pedagogical approaches that will help me grow as a student teacher and better meet the diverse needs of my future students.

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Levi Mazereeuw

I graduated from Concordia with a bachelor of arts in English minoring in Education. I discovered my passion for teaching in high school and have been pursuing it ever since.

Because learning has always come naturally to me, I struggle to understand people who have more difficulty learning. I hope this course can help me better understand students with diverse needs and give me strategies to provide opportunity for every student that enters my classroom.

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Samantha Haines

I have a Bachelor of Arts with a major in Psychology and a minor in Sociology.

I am hoping to learn how to implement best inclusion practices to make sure that all students in my classroom are getting the most out of their learning experience. I am excited to incorporate my experience in Psychology and working with children, with the things I learn in this course!

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Kirby Cooney

I graduated from CUE with a major in Psychology and a minor in Education. I have worked as an education assistant since 2013, working in two provinces, with four different school divisions, supporting multiple kiddos with diverse needs. I have also worked as a respite worker, especially here in Alberta since my experience working at Children's Autism Services in Edmonton.

I would like to learn more about different ways to support diverse learners. Especially kiddos who are typically kicked out of the classroom for their accommodations.

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Sara Sarnelli

I graduated from MacEwan with a Bachelor of Arts degree, majoring in Sociology and minoring in Anthropology.

I am hoping to learn some strategies to help support students with diverse needs, both in and outside the classroom.

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Karamyodh Powar

I graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree, majoring in Biology and minoring in Psychology, from MacEwan. I've been coaching youth basketball in my community, which has shown me that I enjoy teaching and mentoring.

I'm hoping to gain a better understanding of inclusive education and how I can apply it to the classroom, as well as to my basketball team.

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Kincade Limbro

I graduated from Vanguard College in 2016 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Theology, major in Pastoral Studies.

Inclusive education is a new thing for me, so I am open to learning as much as I can about the topic and how I can put into practice as much as I can, what I learn about it.

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Hang Bui

I graduated with a BA in history. The greatest weakness in my teaching is inclusion education. I am eager to learn as much as I can to be the teacher that students need.

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Jada Davis

I have a Bachelor of Arts with a major in psychology and a minor in education. I have worked with children in many capacities being a Sunday school teacher, coaching soccer, and volunteering in grades k-6. Although I knew I wanted to teach since I was little, there was a defining moment for me. I worked with a boy with severe autism for a year and watching his growth and achievement was one of the most rewarding things I have ever experienced. Therefore, I am excited to learn more strategies to help all my students grow and achieve great things in the same way!

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Abby Burton

I graduated from Concordia University of Edmonton with a Bachelor of Arts, majoring in sociology and minoring in physical education and sports studies.

I look forward to understanding various exceptionalities and coming up with creative ways to teach and include all members of the classroom in a way that is suitable for their learning.

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Brooke Lundeen

I have a Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in Psychology and a minor in Education. I began teaching kids Taekwondo at age 14, where I got to teach kids of all ages and levels, led summer camps and ran after school classes. For three years I have worked at an out of school care, and have continued to grow my love of working with children and my passion for teaching.

In this class, I hope to learn more about how to use UDL in the classroom, and more strategies to be able to support every child in the classroom.

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Jaycee May

I graduated from Concordia University of Edmonton with a Bachelor of Arts degree, majoring in psychology and minoring in Education.

I hope to better understand how to accommodate students based on their learning needs and abilities.

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Daniel Aguilar

I graduated with a Bachelor of Kinesiology degree from the University of Alberta. Working as a Kinesiologist for a few years made me realize that I really do enjoy teaching people.

I'm looking forward to learning how to support students with diverse needs in the classroom through this module.

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Arina Danilchuk

I graduated from MacEwan with a Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in Psychology and minor in Sociology.

During my undergraduate degree, I spent a few years working for Children's Autism Services of Edmonton as a summer camp support, respite worker and educational assistant. This was an incredible learning opportunity and made me passionate about inclusive education, inspiring me to become a teacher.

I look forward to continue my learning about inclusive education and exploring new strategies for meeting the complex needs of students.

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My name is Manal Youssef,

I was born and raised in Lebanon. I studied Biomedical Science in Lebanese International university. I came to Canada in 2018 after I met my husband and now we have 2 daughters. I graduated with Bachelor of science with a major in Mathematics and minor in Biology. I worked in a daycare for 2 years, and currently I tutor students from grade 1-12. Also, I like drawing painting and all kind of arts and creativity.

I hope to learn different strategies to better support students in the classroom.

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Jade Van Lersberghe

I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts with a Sociology Major and a minor in Education. I began student teaching at my dance studio at age 11 and quickly realized how much I love sharing my passion with others. since then I have been a dance instructor for 7 years, teaching in both studio settings along with working in local elementary schools teaching dance academy programs. These experiences have confirmed my passion for teaching and working with students of all ages.

I am excited to learn new strategies to reach and support all kinds of learners. Allowing me to make lessons more flexible and accessible.

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Hi,

My name is Sarah Stang. I graduated with my Bachelor of arts degree from MacEwan, with a double major in Criminology and Psychology. I have worked with kids on and off since I was 15, and am currently working with BGC.

I am hoping to learn in this module different strategies and ideas to ensure every student in my class is equally supported. I want to make sure everyone in my future class feels included. I look forward to adding to my toolkit.

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Andrea Kipp

Hello, I graduated from my first degree over 20 years ago and I love life and learning. I have 4 children and my family is most important to me.

The one thing I would like to come away with is a better understanding of how I can teach and support all different kinds of learners.

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Hi my name is Sydney Bishop,

I graduated with a Bachelors of Arts at the U of A with a major in Psychology and a minor in French language and literature. I have worked with kids since I was 12 through camps as a counselor and coordinator for many years, volunteering in schools, coaching Ringette and working at a rec center.

I am really excited to learn the best ways to help students and reach them most effectively using these techniques from class as well a the best way for inclusion.

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Kaylee Eaglesham

I graduated with my Bachelor of Arts degree this past April with a major in English and a minor in Education. I have been volunteering and working with children since I was 13, including working at an out-of-school care program, summer camps, and volunteering in classrooms. All of these amazing experiences have contributed to my passion of becoming a teacher.

From this module, I hope to learn about how I can always make sure I am setting every one of my students up for success and how to always ensure a positive and inclusive learning environment.

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My name is Grace Dundass. I graduated with a Bachelors of Arts degree with a major in Psychology and a minor in Education. Since I can remember dance has always been a part of who I am. I have now been teaching dance for 4 years which is ultimately what made me decide that I want to teach. I have had the amazing opportunity to also EA at Lymburn elementary where I was able to build my teaching skills as a future educator. I have always enjoyed teaching and can't wait to make an impact on my future students.

I hope to learn about different ways and strategies I can use to better support students in the classroom. I want to know which tools are helpful to ensure success for me as a future educator and my future students.

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Kayla Hogan

I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts with a major in Sociology and a minor in Physical Education. I’ve played ringette for 17 years and lacrosse for 14, which led me to coaching, which then helped inspired me to become a teacher.

I hope to gain practical strategies for creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment for everybody.

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Kiana Towpich

I have a Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in Psychology and a minor in Education. I have always had a strong interest in working with children. Throughout my undergraduate studies I'd volunteer my time working in a kindergarten classroom. I found this volunteer experience so rewarding that I took on a position as a substitute educational assistant for the Greater St. Albert Catholic School District, where I built upon my skills in an educational setting.

One area I hope to take away from this Inclusive Module is common challenges educators face when creating an inclusive classroom environment and how they can overcome these barriers.

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Jennine Hamel

It's been a long time since I graduated with my first degree. I did a diploma in Architectural Technology that transferred into a BA in Communications with a minor in Visual Studies. Since then I've been running my own businesses for about 10 years now. But before all of this, I once taught taekwondo to both children and adults, and that's when I knew I wanted to be a teacher - however, life took me down a different path. Even after all these years, I still think back to that time. So now I'm back to what I initially knew I wanted to do.

Looking forward to this module! I look forward to learning teaching methods that will support all students.

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Analyse Arends

I have a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in Education. I am currently a Sunday School teacher at my church where I teach a 4 year old class. I have also interned there, helping and planning summer camps for kids in grades K-6. I am interested in learning strategies on how to create an inclusive classroom environment and what I can do to ensure that all my students feel like they can learn in my classroom.

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Erin Kobelka

I have a Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in Psychology and a minor in Education. Teaching and working with children have always been passions of mine. In 2022, I started my own swimming lesson company, where I teach kids of all ages and skill levels. For the past three years, I’ve also worked as a substitute educational assistant with Elk Island Public Schools. Both of these experiences have helped my love for teaching grow even stronger. I’m excited to learn more about how to use UDL in the classroom to support and reach all students.

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Aliyah Yaggey

I have a Bachelor of Arts, with a major in Sociology and a minor in Education. I've always enjoyed working in schools and love helping students learn and grow. Teaching has always been something I'm passionate about.

One area I'd like to come away from this Inclusion module is learning how to better support all students in the classroom, no matter their needs or abilities, so everyone feels included and able to succeed.

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My name is Katelyn Arndt. I have a Bachelors of Arts in History and a Minor in Psychology.

I hope to learn how to best make my plans with UDL in mind to help meet students needs.

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Kadence Prokipchuk

I have a Bachelor of Arts, with a major in Psychology and a minor in Education. I have always enjoyed being in schools and working with children. I looked forward to this inclusion module and learning things I will be able to apply not only in my career but also currently when working with children. I am interested to learn more about not only how to deliver lessons to diverse groups of learners but also how to assess their learning and ensure they are grasping the concepts.

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Bromlynn Cooper

I have a Ba in Sociology and a minor in Education. I’ve worked in Edmonton Catholic Schools since late 2021 as an EA. I currently work with high school students with exceptional needs. I am excited to deepen my knowledge on a topic I am passionate about.

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Rachel MacIsaac

I have a Bachelor of Arts, with a major in Sociology and a minor in Education. I am currently a swim instructor and have been for over 2 years. I work with kids and adults of all ages.

I would like to learn the best ways to make an inclusive environment in the classroom and strategies to help me continue the inclusive environment.

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Izzy Klassen

I have a B.A in History from Concordia, where I learned that history is definitely not my passion.

I would like to come away with how to spot possible inclusion barriers in my future classroom so that I can better address them.

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Maria Landines

I have Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and minor in Education. I worked as an EA for 6 months before starting at Concordia. Prior to that I worked at an Out of School Daycare for 2 years working with children.

I would like to learn more about UDL and DI strategies to help use them effectively into the classroom and lesson plans to better accommodate students learning needs.

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Alyssa Ross

I have a B.A in psychology with a minor in education. I've worked with children for the past 3 years, as well as worked with children with disabilities for the past 1.5 years.

I would like to learn how I can effectively reach all students in my classroom with the UDL. I also would like to have a better knowledge of what all the different roles are such as OT's, SLP and EA's in a classroom and school environment.

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Mary Nhan

I have been working in Disability Services for the past 8 years in various roles. My most recent position involved working as a Team Leader supervising group homes for adults with disabilities. While on my maternity leave I decided to come back to school to become a teacher. I graduated over 10 years ago with my Bachelor of Commerce.

I would like to see how my experience relates to inclusive learning in the classroom with children. I am looking forward to learning some practical examples of how this can be done effectively.

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Manmeet Kaur

I have a M.Sc. in Mathematics from my home country India. I came in Canada in 2023. I worked as a teacher in India. But I've noticed that teaching here is a lot different than back home.

I would like to learn more about the strategies of UDL and how to effectively implement them in a classroom to cater the needs of every learner.

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Jackson Chambers

I have a BSc in Biology. I worked with the City of Edmonton running educational programs for all ages (3 y.o.-adult), but worked most often in the 100 Voices preschool program.

I would like to know the responsibilities of the various other roles within classrooms such as EAs, OT/OTAs, SLP/SLPAs, etc. I want to be sure that I am not overstepping when utilizing these roles, but also make sure that all of their skills are being utilized.

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Hi! I'm Nicole Klippenstein.

I have a Bachelor of Music in Voice from King's. I was an EA for 5 years before coming to Concordia.

I also teach music lessons on the side.

What I hope to learn is how to centralize the idea of UdL and clarify some things as to how it's works practically.

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Hello,

my name is Isabella.

I have a BA in English and Minor in Fine Arts.

currently, I am working for the GOA and have a side hustle in printmaking.

What I hope to get from this inclusion module is learning the diverse groups of learners and what individuals need to thrive in an academic environment.

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I am a recently retired principal of 19 years and still active runner. I hope that you will take away some meaningful, practical applications from this Inclusion module.

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Darrin DeForge

I am a recently retired principal of 19 years and an active runner still.

I hope that you will take away some meaningful, practical applications from this Inclusion module.