KEY RESOURCES IN LANGLEY

• Guide to Key Websites and Resources: Here
• Instructional Services Website: For all your district-vetted resources K-12!  Check it out!
• Aboriginal Resources vetted by the District: Here
• TCS Sites: Key resources are still being placed in these Teams. If you need access to one of these Teams, please email dzurbuchenjonker@sd35.bc.ca.

• TCS SS-Grade 3
• TCS Grade 4-8
• TCS Secondary

DISTRICT LEARNING COMMONS

The DLC is your one stop shop for useful resources to enhance your teaching available to all school staff in the Langley School District. You don’t need to buy everything for all of your lessons yourself! We deliver and pick up all the items you request through district mail twice per week (Tuesdays and Thursdays). Links to all the info below:

• View and book online through Insignia Library system | Here
• Find instructions, an area to check out new resources, request new resources and report lost or damages kits | Here
• Sign out instructions | Here

MENTORSHIP PROGRAM

*NEW!* Follow us on our UDL/Mentorship Instagram! @sd35mentorshipmoments

We post lots of events, teacher tips, UDL strategies, and more!
  
Upcoming Events: 

• Week of June 1-5, 2026
   Pack up Classroom Mentorship Library and IS Kits and return to the SBO through inter-school mail.

• Year-End Celebration | Monday, June 15, 2026 4-6pm, SBO HUB | More info | RSVP by June 5, 2026

 HONOURING TRUTH AND RECONCILIATION

Canadian Sports Hall of Fame | More info
To celebrate National Indigenous History Month, Canada's Sports Hall of Fame is proud to provide free programs and resources that introduce students to inspiring Indigenous role models. From a live virtual speaker session to Indigenous education materials and digital storytelling, there are a variety of ways for youth to explore the stories and lasting legacies of Indigenous sport heroes.

• Celebrating Indigenous Sports Heroes Live Stream with Ted Nolan | June 11, 2026 | Register | Lesson Plan
  Born into a large family on the Garden River First Nation in 1958, Ted Nolan’s drive, resilience, and pride in his Ojibwe heritage propelled him to the top of the ice hockey world. He quickly rose through the ranks of minor hockey and was drafted by the NHL’s Detroit Red Wings in 1978. Though his playing days were cut short by injury, Ted’s career would really take off behind the bench. He coached his former junior team, the Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds, to great success, winning the Memorial Cup in 1993.
• Indigenous Sports Heroes Education Experience | Digital Book | Education Hub
  The Indigenous Sport Heroes Education Experience offers ready-to-use lesson plans and interactive educational activities that spark conversations about diversity and inclusion through the world of sport. Free for educators, this initiative is designed to both highlight the significant contributions Indigenous athletes and sport builders have made to sport and encourage meaningful dialogue and a deeper appreciation for diverse perspectives.
• Educator Resource Spotlight
  • Storytelling Series: Celebrating Indigenous Sport Heroes Lesson Plan | Grade 4-6 | Lesson Plan
    These supplementary activities are designed to expand the curricular relevancy of the Storytelling Series: Celebrating Indigenous Sport Heroes, which brings to life the remarkable stories of Hall of Famers through live, virtual keynotes and digital storytelling.
  • Indigenous Sport Heroes: Land Lesson Plan | Grade 9-12 | Lesson Plan
    The Indigenous Sport Heroes Lesson Plans are designed as entry points to help integrate holistic teaching methods that recognize the many distinct Indigenous histories, cultures, pedagogies, traditional languages and traditional knowledge systems.
  • Indigenous Sport Heroes: Education Package | Grade 4-8 | Lesson Plan
    These activities complement the Indigenous Sport Heroes Education Experience and the Taking the Higher Ground program, enhancing their curricular relevance and providing a comprehensive learning journey for students over several weeks.

Register for the Learning First Peoples Summer Institute | August 25-26, 2026 |  Register
Registration is now open for the Learning First Peoples Summer Institute taking place on August 25-26 in Richmond. Hosted by the First Nations Education Steering Committee and First Nations Schools Association, the institute is designed to support teachers to bring quality, authentic First Peoples teaching and learning into B.C. classrooms.

Workshops:

• August 25, 2026 (9 am–3 pm):  English First Peoples 10 and 11/12 Teacher Resource Guides (revised 2026)
• August 26, 2026 (9 am–3 pm):  BC First Peoples 12 and BC First Nations Land, Title and Governance Teacher Resource Guides

Ages 4-10

• Little Brown Girl by Leona Prince and illustrated by Paige Pettibon | Link
• Tess’s Red Dress by Carolyn Roberts and illustrated by Kelsey Mata Foote |  Link
• Kohkum’s First Drum by Monique Gray Smith and illustrated by Karlene Harvey | Link
• Springtime in Kitkatla by Kim Spencer and illustrated by Karlene Harvey | Link

Middle Grade/High School

• 52 Ways to Reconcile: How to Walk with Indigenous Peoples on the Path to Healing | Link
• Braiding Sweetgrass for Young Adults: Written by Robin Wall Kimmerer and Adapted by Monique Gray Smith with illustrations from Nicole Neidhardt | Link

Read. Speak. Champion Virtual Author Series: Leonard Carranza - Abuelita and Me | On-Demand Learning Feature
Join Leonarda Carranza as she talks about and reads from her book Abuelita and Me, her picture book debut that explores a child navigating racism amid daily errands with her beloved abuelita’s support. Born in El Salvador and currently living in Brampton, Ontario, part of the Treaty Lands and Territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit, Leonarda Carranza has a PhD in Social Justice Education from the University of Toronto and has won multiple writing awards, including Room’s 2018 short forms contest for her piece, “White Spaces Brown Bodies”.

POPARD's Introduction to Applied Behaviour Analysis 5-Day Course | August 31 – September 4, 2026 | Register Today!
This is a 5-day course offered by SD35 and will be facilitated by the Provincial Outreach Program for Autism and Related Disorders (POPARD). Completion of this course provides the participant with an overview of ABA history and theory, with an emphasis on practical application in school settings. Participants will learn how discrete trial and task analysis are carried out, and learn how ABA principles are applied to other teaching situations and to program development for students with autism spectrum disorders.
 Goals of this course:

• to learn basis ABA theory and definitions
• to learn how to implement basic ABA instructional strategies and techniques
• to learn how to collect reliable and consistent data when working with students
  

To see our full calendar of offerings, visit www.thinklangley.com.

EXTERNAL PROFESSIONAL LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

Logics Academy Robotics Series: Marty the Robot | June 9, 2026 | Register
Discover how to integrate robotics into your teaching with Marty the Robot.
Educator Bonus: They're giving away a Robot or Hardware Solution, plus classroom-ready lessons.

Finding Our Way Together | June 19, 2026 | Register 
This free webinar will help us explore the process of developing a shared pedagogy that is dynamic, responsive, and deeply connected to the lives and ideas of children. Together, we will unpack the concepts that sit at the heart of Anne and Fiona's new book titled Finding Our Way and examine how these big ideas can support teams to build coherence, strengthen collaboration, and create meaningful conditions for inquiry learning. In Finding Our Way Together we will explore why developing shared pedagogical processes matter, particularly in relation to honouring the vitality, agency, and diverse ways of knowing that children bring to learning communities. Through discussion, examples, and practical strategies, educators will be supported to think deeply about how teams work together to create rich cultures of learning grounded in curiosity, relationships, shared understandings and responsive practices.

A Pivotal Moment: AI, Evidence, and the Future of Assessment | Canadian Assessment Centre | September 25, 2026 | More info
The rapid emergence of artificial intelligence hasn’t created new problems in assessment; it has exposed the ones that have been quietly limiting learning all along. When students can use AI to complete tasks with ease, it forces us to confront a deeper question: What actually counts as evidence of learning? In this NEW ONE-DAY WORKSHOP, Tom Schimmer and Danielle Paloposki reframe the role of assessment in an AI-rich world by shifting the focus from task completion to the production of defensible evidence.

LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES FOR STAFF/STUDENTS/CLASSES

Data Dunkers | Logics Academy | Register
Combining basketball and data science to help students build critical thinking and data analysis skills using real NBA and WNBA stats. Join our upcoming sessions in both Educator Workshops and Student Classroom Workshops to see how you can bring this engaging experience into your classroom.

NEW WEBSITE: dmsmusic.education | To register or get more information for the 2026/2027 school year, contact them at: info@dmsmusic.education
All video courses now live in their Classrooms section. They host everything, so there is nothing for you to manage. Students and teachers get 24/7 access with their district password.

• NEW - MUSIC CLUB: Short tip videos added every month for teachers and students. Included FREE with the Music Kids Program.
• NEW - BLENDED LEARNING COURSES: Three brand new courses created for in-class use - Intro to Singing, Intro to Music and Intro to Ukulele. No instruments required for Intro to Singing and Intro to Music. Included in our Music Kids Program bundle. 
• NEW - MUSIC KIDS PROGRAM: This is a bundle of video tutorial courses built for BC schools. It covers both in-class and after school use.
  What is included:
  • All grades. Start any time. Go at your own pace.
  • No music experience needed. Watch and play.
  • Six courses across five instruments: Singing, Ukulele, Guitar, Piano and General Music.
  • All teachers and students in your district have full access - no seat limits.
  • 800 plus video tutorials, with new ones added every month.
  • Over 100,000 Canadian students have used DMS Music Education's services.  
  • Only $3.30 per day/school/regular rate - lower with the School District Program. Contact us for a quote for your district.

• LIVE PROGRAM: Live lessons streamed straight into your classroom with full two-way audio and video. DMS was first to offer live group classes to both classroom and online students.
  Here is what is included:
  • All grades welcome, mixed grade classes allowed.
  • Instruments: Singing, Ukulele, Guitar, Piano and General Music (NEW).
  • Singing and General Music don't require an instrument.
  • All DMS instructors pass annual criminal background checks.
  • Student recitals held throughout the school year. Very popular with parents.
  • Full, live, two-way interaction between instructor and students.
  • Builds student creativity and gives them a place to express themselves.
  • Lesson time can be split into two spots to give more classes access.
  • You can mix different instruments in your spot(s). 
  • One hour per week: $399.00 per month.
  • NEW - half hour per week: $199.00 per month, a more affordable entry into the live program.
  • Discount with the School District Program. Contact us for a quote for your district.

PRICE CHALLENGE: Already working with another provider? Contact us and we can discuss beating their price. 

FREE TRIAL: The best way to see what DMS Music Kids Program offers is to try it. Click the Free Trial button on their website and use promo code dmspromo to access sample content at NO COST. Whether you choose the Music Kids Program, the Live Program, or a mix of both, DMS has an option that works for your school.

LEARNING RESOURCES

•  Graduation Day | Secondary | Video
  Set in James Smith First Nation (Saskatchewan), this documentary follows 18-year-old Sage and his grandmother, Connie, graduating high school together—a beautiful testament to the power of community, culture, and personal self-worth.
•  Bannock in a Hammock | Elementary (4-7) | Video
  Forest of Reading presents Bannock in a Hammock by Masiana Kelly. Read along with student reader Riker in Calgary to explore a popular traditional Indigenous food, and the many ways to enjoy it!
• Explaining Powwow culture | Elementary  (8-11), Secondary | Video
  These important Indigenous celebrations honour deep traditions through song and dance. Join CBC Kids News contributor Sophia Smoke as she gets ready for a powwow and explains its rich history—and its journey from being banned to booming across North America.
• Immigration: Innovation, Culture and Community | Secondary | Theme
  Discover how newcomers shape Canada’s vibrant identity. This collection highlights uplifting stories of belonging, from rich cultural traditions and economic contributions to diverse culinary scenes. Explore inspiring journeys of resilience and connection that define what it means to build a future and make Canada home.
• Latin American Sanctuary | Secondary | Video
  Discover how Latin American immigrants are shaking up Canada’s food scene. This episode shows how newcomers build community, share rich traditions, and make major cultural and economic impacts in their new homes.
• Pride History | Elementary (8-11), Secondary | Video
  Perfect for June and the approach of summer, this video explores the history of the Pride movement. Help students understand its roots, why it matters today, and how marking Pride fosters community.

Empower Pollinators | Power Smart For Schools | See Unit
Spring is here and summer is coming, that means spotting lots of pollinators likes bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. These creatures are essential to our ecosystems and face increasing pressures from the modern world, so it's important to educate your students about how to support them. The new unit called Empower Pollinators features three hands-on activities to engage students with their natural environment and pollinators:

• Field journaling | Link
  Guide your class through an outdoor exercise to observe and journal with mixed media to encourage curiosity about the environment.
• Pollinator Poster | Link
  Use this fun printable poster to help the class identify pollinators they'll see outside. You'll also find lots of tips and background information to discuss pollinators with your class.
• Pollinator Projects | Link
  Explore a list of projects your class can engage in to support pollinators and great resources to guide you through them.

Free Resources Coming this Fall | Historica Canada | Sign Up Here
Historica Canada educational guides and resources for teachers will soon be available in the new print-to-order service. Sign up to their teacher mailing list to be notified when guides become available.

 PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL READINGS

The ABC's of Blackness in Our Schools | Pembroke Publishers | Free Preview
Refresh your thinking and your teaching with The ABCs of Blackness in Our Schools — vital ways to challenge the status quo and change the face of DEI and belonging in your classroom, school, and community. This unique blend of voices in the field will provide the background and strategies you need to inspire students to affirm Black identity and joy in the classroom. The book reflects sound principles for fostering belonging and celebrating learning and culture in our schools.

Stop the Hate for Goodness Sake | Pembroke Publishers | Free Preview
Over 40 practical lessons that guide teachers to confront racism and discrimination, and that lead young people to take action for inclusion and tolerance. This in-depth guide illustrates how to start and manage important conversations that will lead to change. Read the first three chapters online in June with the free-feature-of-the-month-preview.

Learn AI at Your Own Pace | Logics Academy | Start Your AI Certification Course
Enroll in our FREE Foundations of AI for Education course, available in English and French, and designed specifically for educators. Learn at your own pace and earn your certification.

The Reading Reboot Documentary | Watch here
Best-selling author James Patterson presents a revealing hour-long documentary exploring how the Science of Reading is transforming lives through effective reading instruction for elementary school students. The program examines the growing focus on reading proficiency and early literacy, highlighting how research-based teaching methods are helping children become confident, capable readers.

TECH TIPS

My Blueprint June Objectives for Educators | Year-End Guide
End-of-Year Celebrations: Explore fun and simple ways to mark the end of the school year with your students using SpacesEDU. Whether you're feeling high-energy or ready for a break, you can find more implementation ideas in our year-end guide.

• 3 Words: Prompt students to share three words that summarize their school year within the comments of a Class Space post. This activity is inspired by Colorado educator, Mary Montero. 

• Draw More/Less: Use the Drawing Tool to visualize: What do I want more of/less of next year?

• The "Then vs. Now" Post: Have students reflect on their feelings from the start of the school year and pair it with where they’re currently at: How are you right now? How would you describe your emotional well-being at this moment, and why?

• The Weekly Goal Check: Every Monday in students’ 1:1 Space, have them record a 30-second audio clip of one goal they want to achieve this week.

• Virtual Scavenger Hunt: Set up a virtual scavenger hunt of your Class Space or students' 1:1 Space where students search for Posts based on clues that integrate learning goals, such as finding something that begins with a certain letter, media attachment, or audio recording.

Back-to-School Summit 2026: Join us August 17-20 for this FREE virtual event, featuring five expert-led sessions that help you build a ready-to-use plan for documenting learning, simplifying assessment, and engaging families.

Classroom Help: Register for a one-on-one session with an expert to make the most of SpacesEDU in your classroom.

1. Review Space Visibility Settings (SpacesEDU Classes) - Space settings determine which posts are shared to the All Class Posts, which is a central hub in the student account for class-based posts.

   • Spaces that are set to Visible or Active sync posts to the All Class Posts, but posts in spaces set to Hidden are omitted. Teachers should review their space visibility settings to support student access/ownership of their work.

2. Ask Moving / Graduating Students to Update their Email - Students can add a personal email by accessing their Account Settings. SpacesEDU recognizes both emails, so they can continue to log in with their district email for as long as their district email is live.

   • Share the SpacesEDU Help Center article on “How do I update my student email address?” with students.