Three Cardston students chat with Mr. Nunn about their INFR rodeo experience, the importance of family, how they've learned to be resilient, the lessons that rodeo (and their horses!) have taught them, and what they've got their sights set on for the futu

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EPISODE 26: Family Traditions; Lessons Learned from Rodeo

Payden (Olsen) Vair discusses her journey to the 2020 Paralympic Games, developing resilience, seeing the world differently, and the importance of family and community.

EPISODE 25: Payden (Olsen) Vair; Inspiring Resilience

This week we welcome Edwin Parr Award winner Juliann to discuss how mindfulness, knowing her why and going the extra mile has ultimately helped her build valuable relationships with students.

EPISODE 24: Juliann Sommerfeldt; Knowing Your Why

Today we are happy to welcome Jennifer Scout to the podcast to discuss Orange Shirt Day and Truth and Reconciliation in Canada.

EPISODE 23: Jen Scout; Truth and Reconciliation

MVS Principal Curtis Leishman discusses how the unique hands-on learning opportunities he offers at his school continue to help students be engaged in their education while seamlessly tying into the Alberta curriculum and creating well-rounded students. 

EPISODE 22: Unique AG-Based Learning at MVS

In this episode, Mr. Nunn welcomes three Westwind Principals to the podcast; Julie Gilson, Principal of Magrath Elementary School, Jared Heggie, Principal of Raymond Junior High School, and Ken McMurray, Principal of Cardston High School.

EPISODE 21: Conversations with Westwind Principals

Have you ever considered how “micro-moments” of connection can change someone’s life and their ability to be resilient in a challenge? Research is proving that “high-quality connections” are what’s helping buffer and bolster mental health during the pande

EPISODE 20: Dana Fulwiler; The Science of Well-being and Resilience

Mr. Hall discusses his experiences as a school principal, life coach, and small-business owner into manageable lessons for continuous growth, personal improvement, and a positive mindset.

EPISODE 19: Pete Hall; Fostering Resilient Learners

In the second episode of our trauma-informed practice series, Dr. Tiffany Prete discusses how trauma impacts the development of the brain, and the importance of using trauma-informed practice and strategies in our classrooms to benefit all students. 

EPISODE 18: Dr. Tiffany Prete; Understanding Intergenerational Trauma: PART 2

Today Dr. Tiffany Prete joins NunnTalks for part one of a two-part series centred around trauma-informed practice. Dr. Prete helps us better understand trauma and how, by deepening understanding around intergenerational trauma within an Indigenous context

EPISODE 17: Dr. Tiffany Prete; Understanding Intergenerational Trauma: PART 1

Hosted by Assistant Superintendent Austin Nunn, NunnTalks spotlights members of Team Westwind doing great things while having important and timely conversations about education.

EPISODE 16: Sydnee Roberts; An Outstanding First Year Teacher!

Today we are thrilled to welcome Sam Bracken, a powerful public speaker, coach, and author, to the show. In this episode, Sam discusses resiliency and tenacity, which he explains are the most essential and significant traits we can develop in our lives.

EPISODE 15: Sam Bracken; The Power of Resiliency and Tenacity

EPISODE 14: Moses Spearchief; Recognizing Orange Shirt Day

Retiring teacher Joni Wilde joins the show today to talk about how parents can advocate for students and work with classroom teachers to help their children be successful. 

EPISODE 13: Joni Wilde; Advocating for your Child

Julia Shearer is the student body president at Cardston High School. Fun fact? She was born in Japan! Today we asked Julia what she would like adults/parents to know about what students are going through right now with school closures. Listen now to find

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