KEY RESOURCES IN LANGLEY

• TCS SS-Grade 3 - General | TCS Strong Start - Grade 3
• TCS Grade 4-8 - General | TCS-Grades 4-8
• TCS Secondary - General | TCS-Secondary

DISTRICT LEARNING COMMONS

The DLC is a lending library of classroom and teaching resources available to all school staff in the Langley School District. All of our items are available to view and book online through the Insignia Library system. We also deliver and pick up all the items you request through district mail twice per week (check with your admin assistant to see which days your deliveries are on).

Click here for more information, including login instructions: SD35 District Learning Commons

Featured DLC Resource:

I Survived Graphic Novel Lit Kit | More info
The I Survived graphic novel series by Lauren Tarshis brings major historical disasters and events to life through the experiences of young survivors. Combining engaging illustrations with dramatic storytelling, these books introduce readers to significant moments in history while exploring themes of courage, resilience, and survival.

Perfect for intermediate and middle years classrooms!

The kit contains 6 copies of each of these titles along with a binder of selected activities:

I Survived the Shark Attacks of 1916

I Survived the Destruction of Pompeii, AD 79

I Survived the Battle of D-Day, 1944

I Survived the Great Molasses Flood, 1919

I Survived the Great Chicago Fire, 1871

HONOURING TRUTH AND RECONCILIATION

Indigenous Department November Newsletter | Read here
Above please find a link to the Langley Indigenous Department's November Newsletter.  The newsletter is a fabulous resource of information around Indigenous education and learning and also includes links to some excellent teaching resources and lesson plans.

Indigenous Veterans Day & Indigenous Veterans Poppy Project | Veterans Day | Poppy Project
Jessica Bedard, Indigenous Education Department, and Brianna Parsons, Teacher Librarian at Shortreed Elementary, have created an Indigenous Veterans Day resource package to support classroom learning leading up to November 8.

The package includes a ready-to-use slide deck, Indigenous Veteran biography cards, discussion and reflection questions, and the Indigenous Veterans Poppy Project. Together, these resources help students learn about the service, sacrifices, experiences, and contributions of Indigenous Veterans while centring their individual stories.

The package includes resources for both K–3 and Grades 4–7, allowing teachers to choose materials appropriate for their learners.

DISTRICT PROFESSIONAL LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

From Presence to Permanence: How to Assess Reconciliation in Schools with Dr. Niigaan James Sinclair | On-Demand Learning Feature
The work of Truth and Reconciliation, and embedding Indigenous Education into our schools and classrooms has been ongoing for over a decade now. While this work has been both powerful and transformational, what is not yet clear is how to assess whether these programs, initiatives and commitments are having the impact that was intended through the recommendations from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada. In his powerful keynote address at Odyssey 2026, Dr. Niigaan Sinclair, one of Canada's pre-eminent and leading Indigenous educators, provides an approach on how school districts can asses where they currently stand in this work. He outlines a process on how the real work for educators still lies ahead in moving this work along the continuum of presence, to practice, to pedagogy and eventually need to land in permanence.

Level-Up AAC! Augmentative & Alternative Communication | November 20, 2026 | Register Today!
This half-day workshop (select your time block when registering) provides an introduction to Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) and how it can support students with complex communication needs. It explains the different types of AAC, from gestures and visual supports to speech-generating devices, and emphasizes that AAC is a student's voice rather than simply a tool for making choices. The presentation highlights evidence-based strategies such as presuming competence, modelling language throughout the day, building strong relationships, and supporting a wide range of communicative functions beyond requesting. It also encourages educators and support staff to create inclusive, communication-rich environments where AAC users can fully participate, connect with others, and develop meaningful language skills.

Supporting Students with Autism: Practical Strategies for Success | November 20, 2026 | Register Today!
This half-day workshop (select your session upon registration) will provide educators and support staff with practical, evidence-informed strategies to better support students with autism in school settings. Participants will explore the use of visual supports to increase understanding, independence, and predictability, learn how to develop and implement no-demand plans during times of stress or dysregulation, and examine the importance of pairing and preference assessments to build positive relationships and increase engagement. through discussion, examples, and collaborative problem-solving, attendees will leave with tools and strategies that can be immediately applied in their classrooms and learning environments.

Ukeru Training 2026-2027 | Multiple Dates, 2026-2027 | Register Today!
Special Education Assistants (SEAs) in the Langley School District are expected to renew their Ukeru training every two years. Content of this session includes Trauma-Informed Care, De-escalation Strategies, and Personal Protective Skills. This is single-day training. Only register for one day. If you need to change the day you are attending, please reach out to Professional Services (thinklangley@sd35.bc.ca), and they will assist you. Questions regarding the teaching should be directed to Cathy Gracie. This training is open to all district staff to whom these practices may apply.

EXTERNAL PROFESSIONAL LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

Powerful Read Alouds with Adrienne Gear | November 17, 2026 | Register
In mid November Adrienne Gear is releasing her new book Powerful Read Alouds which offer a practical guide to using purposeful read alouds as a foundation for literacy, thinking, and community in primary classrooms. Through real books and engaging classroom routines, teachers will learn how to enrich language and literacy learning while nurturing curiosity, connection, and joy in reading. Read-aloud is not just a "spare time" activity—it is one of the most powerful tools for building engaged readers, inspired writers, and thoughtful learners.
Want to know more? Join Adrienne in her FREE webinar exploring this exciting new book! Happening Tuesday, November 17 at 7 pm (ET), this lively, impactful webinar will reveal ways that the right book can build joy, curiosity, and engagement in the classroom. Get all the details and register at the link above.

AI Workshop for K-12 Teachers | KPU | Nov 20, 2026 | More info
Explore practical AI tools and intelligent agents, with applications for teaching and learning, with Dr. Daniel Anvari. In this one-day workshop, participants will develop a teaching plan to take back to their classrooms and connect with fellow educators. The Langley workshop is taking place on November 20, 2026 from 10:00am 3:30pm and the cost is $150 plus GST.

LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES FOR STAFF/STUDENTS/CLASSES

November is Financial Literacy Month so let's"Talk Money" | Everfi | Express Interest in a Virtual Workshop
As part of Financial Literacy Month, EVERFI and RBC are offering virtual workshops that will help educators explore engaging, curriculum-aligned financial literacy resources and bring meaningful money conversations into their classrooms. This is ideal for Grades 5-9 teachers and principals. Interested educators can sign up at the link above.
This Financial Literacy Month, let’s #TalkMoney and help students build the knowledge and confidence to navigate their financial futures.

Mark Vimy 110 in France with the Vimy Pilgrimage Award | Application Deadline November 25, 2026 | Poster | More info
This immersive and fully-funded program brings together community minded students, aged 15-17, from across Canada to explore historical sites in Europe, during the milestone 110th anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge in April 2027. Through research projects, discussions, and site visits, they gain new perspectives, leadership skills, and a deeper understanding of history’s lasting impact. To learn more and apply before November 25, 2026 check out the link above.

Shad 2027 Applications Now Open | Application deadline January 6, 2027 | More info | Founder Pathways Program
Shad continues to inspire and prepare the next generation of innovative leaders in STEAM and entrepreneurship through their intensive summer program. This summer more than 1800 highly motivated youth joined 26 campuses across the country. Applications are open for Shad 2027. If you know a grade 10 or 11 (Secondaire IV and V in Quebec) student who is highly motivated, resilient and community-minded, please share the Shad opportunity with them.

Early Application Advantage: Students who apply by November 8 will receive their admission decision in the first week of December and, if accepted, secure one of their top 10 campus choices. The final application deadline is January 6 at 11:59 p.m. ET.

Shad is launching a new program for students who are taking action on an idea, initiative, venture or meaningful problem they want to solve. The Founder Pathways Program is helping youth keep building after the summer at Shad by connecting them with an experienced mentor and cohort of entrepreneurial peers.

2027 Prime Ministers Award | Government of Canada | October 5, 2026 - January 13, 2027 | Nominate
Do you know a teacher or early childhood educator who deserves national recognition? Nominations for the 2027 Prime Minister’s Awards for Teaching Excellence, Teaching Excellence in STEM and Excellence in Early Childhood Education are now being accepted. This is an opportunity to celebrate educators who go above and beyond to create engaging learning experiences, foster curiosity and confidence, and make a lasting impact on the children and students they serve.
Whether they are introducing innovative approaches in the classroom, building strong connections with families, championing inclusive learning environments, or inspiring a lifelong love of learning, we want to hear their stories. Nomination period: October 5, 2026, to January 13, 2027.

LEARNING RESOURCES

Spooky Safety Scenarios | Power Smart for Schools | More info
Halloween is on the way, and that means lots of fun and spookiness for kids across B.C. It's also a chance to bring safety to mind, because nothing is scarier than being unsafe! In their new activity, Spooky safety scenarios, kooky characters appear for one night only and run amok around town—but some of them don't know much about electricity and safety. Students will need to draw the scene around fun character printouts, then match a list of safety messages to each story. It combines fun and silly visuals with a chance to review important safety tips. Enter, if you dare, to add the activity to your lesson plan and download the fun printouts.

Sexual Health Teaching Toolkit from Fraser Health | More info
This online toolkit brings together trusted resources to support a comprehensive, evidence-informed approach to sexual health education that aligns with BC Curriculum and best practice guidelines. It provides educators and school staff with easy access to reliable information, classroom materials and supports all in one place. Resources in the toolkit support learning about healthy relationships, consent, personal safety, identity, communication and decision-making in developmentally appropriate ways.

Edukits from Canada's Museum of Science and Innovation | Ingenium | More info | Book
Ingenium is Canada’s Museums of Science and Innovation and offers bilingual travelling edukits and lesson plans to simplify hands-on, curriculum-connected STEAM learning to students. Available for preschool, elementary, and secondary classrooms across Canada, edukits include everything you need to get started, including lesson plans, teaching guides, materials, props, and activities. Reserve an edukit for 4 to 6 weeks and give your students an engaging museum-inspired experience without leaving the classroom.

• Eyes on the Skies, an interactive edukit from the Canada Aviation and Space Museum | Kit

• Aquatic invasive species lesson plan from Fisheries and Oceans Canada | Lesson Plan

• Earth in Focus: Earth observation edukit from Canadian Space Agency and the Canada Science and Technology Museum | Kit

PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL READINGS

TECH TIPS