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20 May, 6 tweets, 2 min read
So now that we know online learning will continue for duration of the year, what's the plan for students with complex needs? #nspoli
cbc.ca/news/canada/no…
“Every student has different needs. Being truly inclusive is about understanding what those needs are then working to support each student to be successful." ssrce.ca/wp-content/upl…
From the Inclusive Education Policy: " Every student, including those with special needs, should receive full-day instruction every day, with flexibility based on the student’s individual strengths and challenges" ednet.ns.ca/docs/inclusive…
From same document, "All partners are committed and empowered to work collectively to identify and eliminate barriers that interfere with students’ well-being and achievement."
Respectfully, while understanding we are in a global pandemic and must adhere to public health protocols for the safety of all, we've had over a year to develop a plan to accommodate these students.
This editorial was co-written with Carly Sutherland back in August 2020: saltwire.com/nova-scotia/op…

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13 May
The messages could/should have been clearer. Yes. However, characterizing this as a "flip-flop" feels disingenuous. Strang has continually stated there should be informed, individual choice. As well as noting the difference in efficiency b/w the vaccine options.
When offered the shipment of AZ in early March, Strang and Rankin were criticized heavily for taking a pragmatic approach and weighing the risks/benefits. Strang is on record at that point as saying there were unknowns and it was not wise to rush to a decision.
"On Mar 2, Nova Scotia was offered 13,000 doses of the AstraZeneca vaccine...Dr. Strang did not immediately say if the province would be accepting the vaccine and mentioned some issues, logistical and ethical, he had with accepting the doses at this time." katynotie.wordpress.com/2021/03/03/why…
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12 May
A few thoughts on #AstraZenaca and the pause that is now happening in NS. First, there are thousands of Nova Scotians who responsibly signed up and got this shot, and good for them. They did the right thing.
Keep in mind that I’m March 2020, leading experts were saying vaccines were at least two years off. The global research community exceeded all expectations and had three vaccine options ready to go in just over a year (my timing may be off).
Early on, evidence showed AZ was less effective and posed greater risks of side effects. However, the risks associated with COVID were/are greater. And now that we know those side effects of AZ aren’t as low as we thought, they are still extremely rare.
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19 Jan
I have yet to hear a solid, convincing argument on why we shouldn’t do everything possible to make sure that disabled students retain the same EPA throughout the school year. That consistency can absolutely make or break their experience. Probably a thread.
I appreciate that life happens and sometimes a change must take place, but in those cases a transition plan should be prioritized with the students unique needs centred.
I can’t tell you how many times I have heard, and experienced, the news that a students EPA is being changed immediately. Meaning there is no time for them to adjust. They simply just meet a new EPA and have to roll with it.
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29 Jan 20
I believe talking makes a difference. Talking has saved my life. So while I love seeing people share tweets/posts about raising mental health awareness and supporting those who are struggling, I have to be honest and say that words don't always cut it. #BellLetsTalk
After I took part in #BellLetsTalk Primetime Special in 2018, I was overwhelmed with lovely messages from people calling me "brave", "strong" and sharing my story saying they were "proud to know me". It felt lovely to be seen after being so vulnerable.
So, it was extra isolating/devastating that when I was actually in the midst of a mental health crisis about 8 months later, those same people offering the platitudes were tumbleweeds in the wind. They were out there, but bouncing as fast as possible away from me. #BellLetsTalk
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29 Oct 19
It will be six years next month that my son was diagnosed with #Autism. At that time, my knowledge of Autism was minimal and was based on fear. I can't go back in time and adjust my mentality, but maybe these words of "wisdom" will help a family currently in that situation.
Your child is the exact same as they were pre-diagnosis. The only thing that has shifted is *your* expectations. We're all selfish as parents, and we visualize what we deem is a "perfect" life for our kids. But it is their life, not ours'. We're just here to be their guides.
Parenting is hard. When you are raising a child that has a different neurological make-up, the truth is it is even harder. It's also true that you will see the world differently, appreciate new perspectives, and your compassion, empathy and heart will grow so big you might burst.
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