From @teachinthe6ix ❤️ ・・・ Friday was a special day because I got to surprise my students with a special gift.✨ . My students come from all different walks of life and some don’t have the simple luxuries that we often take for granted, such as shoes. This year we really focused on creating an inclusive and welcoming environment within our classroom. From the moment they enter the classroom they know they are able to leave their worries at the door, because the classroom is a positive and safe space. . Facing the constant challenges of covid, this year was exceptionally tough for them and many of these students haven’t had a “normal” school year since they were either in kindergarten or grade 1. Can you believe that??!!😱 . My method of teaching involves incorporating life lessons through curriculum. After watching “Like Mike”, the phrase “It’s not about the shoes, instead it’s who wears the shoes, that make them special” really impacted them. . It made them realize that what’s on the outside is not what matters but it’s about your inner self and how you treat others that leaves an everlasting impression. It’s someone’s character that makes them special! Seeing my students come to that realization all on their own was a pivotal moment in their overall learning. Sometimes we as educators need to take a step back from curriculum and teach about humanity and it’s importance. . Seeing their love for the film and observing their abundance of creativity, I choose an activity that combined both elements. I was able to fundraise enough to get a pair of @niketoronto airforces for each student. I then collaborated with @mackhouseinc to have them come in to help the students design and customize their very own pair. The mementos they have created are truly pieces of art! 👟🎨 . . . . #toronto #torontoteacher #teachinthe6ix #becauseshoes #canadianteacher #nike #shoedesigning #shoepainting #shoecustomization #customization #niketoronto #nikekidsshoes #endofyeargift #schoolsurprise #teachersurprisesstudents #teachersofinstagram #streetsoftoronto