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Learn about 'Telling our Stories' a research project led by Dr. Patty Douglas that aims to address gaps in autism research and codesign new and culturally relevant supports with autistic youth and community partners in Northern Ontario and Indigenous communities. Find out more - link in bio. A group of nine people pose together on a wooden stage in front of a wall displaying various art pieces. They are dressed casually, and some are seated while others stand. The atmosphere is friendly and informal. by @queenseduc

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What students learn in baking and pastry programs shapes how they understand the profession, and MEd student Tara Thomas is asking whose culinary knowledge is included in that education. Find out more - link in bio. A photo of a black woman with braids smiling at the camera wearing a professional red shirt by @queenseduc

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Whether you’re a teacher helping families understand Acadience Reading results or a parent wondering what your child’s assessment means, MEd student Erin York has created a practical guide to help. Learn what the results mean, how the assessment works, and simple things you can do at home to build your child’s reading skills. Find out more - link in bio. rainbow letters that spell out the word literacy by @queenseduc

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Mike Nippard (DEd'23) took the leap of starting a new career path through the Technological Education Multi-Session program.

Since graduating Mike has opened a new tech program at his school, helped hire additional tech teachers, and had the first student from Westview Centennial Secondary School compete in the Skills Competition for masonry in 16 years.

Learn more about Mike's story at the link in bio: https://bit.ly/47HIgBD Four tech students smile standing behind a large wood grain table. Mike Nippard is on the far right. by @queenseduc

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Every educator’s professional learning journey is different. Your interests, career goals, students, and educational context are uniquely yours. The new Open Studies Certificate from Queen’s Continuing Teacher Education gives you the flexibility to create a certificate that reflects what matters most to you. Link in bio. A group of young people surrounds a glowing light bulb on a table, looking at it with curiosity and smiles. They are engaged in a friendly discussion or activity in a bright room. by @queenseduc

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For Gabrielle Pulver (ConEd’21, MES ’23) tall ship expeditions are where learning comes alive!

Gabrielle's time in the Outdoor and Experiential Education program included developing education programming bringing nautical themes into the Ontario curriculum. In 2026, Gabrielle set sail again aboard the St. Lawrence II, this time working on a reflective learning handbook.

Learn more about Gabrielle's tall ships journeys and how the Outdoor and Experiential Education program prepared her to take on this work at the link in bio. Gabrielle Pulver sits on a log bench and smiles in front of a view of the treetops in a forest. by @queenseduc

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Dr. Kristy Timmons has received a SSHRC Insight Development Grant to launch the Sound Start Pilot Project, an innovative new initiative helping early childhood educators build children’s phonological awareness, a key foundation for reading and spelling.

Learn more about the grant at the link in bio. Kristy Timmons smiles sitting in front of a window on a white chair beside a white table. by @queenseduc

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If you are joining us at Homecoming on Saturday, October 17 you may be interested to check out this musical show from writer and explorer, alum James Raffan (BEd'78) at 7 pm.

In The Accidental Canadian, James Raffan celebrates fifty years of travelling through the circumpolar world. Tickets at the link in bio. A photo of James Raffan wearing a blue outdoor jacket and standing in front of a windy body of water. Text reads "James Raffan presents: The Accidental Canadian." by @queenseduc

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We'd love to celebrate Homecoming 100 with you! Join us at the Faculty of Education on Saturday, October 17, 2026 to explore our newly renovated spaces at Duncan McArthur Hall and revisit some of your favourite spots among friends.

Register before Thursday, October 1, 2026 through the central Homecoming registration linked in bio.

#QueensUHomecoming #QueensUHomecoming100 Three alumni stand in front of a banner with balloons. One on the right wears a tam and a leather ConEd Queen's jacket with the year '98.' by @queenseduc

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🎧 Practicum starts next week! Our Teacher Candidates are heading into their placements. So, how can you make the most of your practicum? Hint: engage with the joy! Hear Dean Amy Burns share her advice on the Popular Podagogy Podcast. Link in bio! A blonde woman in a purple shirt smiles at the camera by @queenseduc

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Artwork by Indigenous Teacher Education Program Alum Mazinibii’ige (Kaiya Mongrain) (BEd'26) will appear on orange T-shirts for the university's 2026 National Day for Truth and Reconciliation observances. Link in bio to find out more about Mazinibii’ige and where you can get a shirt. An orange background with white artwork featuring a tree filled with handprints. Text reads "National Day for Truth and Reconciliation." by @queenseduc

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🎧 What does it mean to be a lifelong learner in the teaching profession? Associate Dean of Teacher Education, Holly Ogden, reflects on the power of relationships, curiosity, and growth in teaching and learning. Listen to the Popular Podagogy Podcast: link in bio! A person with long hair and glasses, smiling in front of a colorful abstract mural. by @queenseduc

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