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…
Posted on: Apr 9, 2021
EPISODE 20: Dana Fulwiler; The Science of Well-being and Resilience
Episode 19: Pete Hall; Fostering Resilient Learners
Today expert educational consultant Pete Hall joins Assistant Superintendent Nunn on the Nunn Talks podcast to discuss fostering resilient learners. The conversation centres around how toxic stress impacts…
Posted on: Mar 8, 2021
EPISODE 18: Dr. Tiffany Prete; Understanding Intergenerational Trauma: PART 2
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…
Posted on: Feb 23, 2021
EPISODE 17: Dr. Tiffany Prete; Understanding Intergenerational Trauma: PART 1
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…
Posted on: Jan 27, 2021
EPISODE 16: Sydnee Roberts; An Outstanding First Year Teacher!
In today's episode, we are featuring Sydnee Roberts, the recipient of Westwind School Division's Edwin Parr Award 2019/2020 nomination that recognizes excellence in a first-year teacher. We chat with…
Posted on: Jan 5, 2021
EPISODE 15: Sam Bracken; The Power of Resiliency and Tenacity
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…
Posted on: Oct 16, 2020
EPISODE 14: Moses Spearchief; Recognizing Orange Shirt Day
Today's Nunn Talks episode focuses on Orange Shirt Day, celebrated annually on September 30 to acknowledge the experiences of First Nations, Metis and Inuit children in residential schools. In honour…
Posted on: Sep 30, 2020
EPISODE 13: Joni Wilde; Advocating for your Child
Retiring teacher Joni Wilde joins the show today to talk about the impact of COVID-19 on student learning, and how it's not all negative! She also draws on her 37-year experience in education to discuss…
Posted on: Jun 22, 2020
EPISODE 12: Student Body President Series; Julia Shearer, Magrath High School
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…
Posted on: May 27, 2020
EPISODE 11: Student Body President Series; Jenna Shaw, Cardston High School
Jenna Shaw is the student body president at Cardston High School and she was on the basketball court getting ready to play in zones when the realities of COVID-19 caught her off guard. Listen in to find…
Posted on: May 27, 2020
EPISODE 10: Student Body President Series; Mallory Selk, Stirling School
Mallory Selk is the student body president at Stirling School and, and we were excited to visit with her in today's episode. Tune in to find out what new skills is she learning during quarantine and what…
Posted on: May 25, 2020
EPISODE 9: Student Body President Series; Hannah Smith, Raymond High School
We are excited to welcome Hannah Smith, a student at Raymond High School to the podcast today as part of our series highlighting Westwind student body presidents. Listen in to hear Hannah's words of advice…
Posted on: May 25, 2020
EPISODE 8: RHS Students Jeter Heggie and Saige Gibb; Balance, Resilience, and Pressure
Today we welcome Raymond High School students Jeter Heggie and Saige Gibb to the podcast via Zoom to talk about how they maintain balance in their lives, who inspires them, and how athletics has helped…
Posted on: Apr 20, 2020
EPISODE 7: Austin Nunn; Supporting Literacy at Home
Every reader, every day, needs six important things. As we work as parents and educators to help students during these unusual educational circumstances, Austin Nunn explains some important strategies…
Posted on: Apr 14, 2020
EPISODE 6: Conrad Boehme; Self-Care, Awareness and Gratitude During Difficult Situations
Conrad Boehme, Westwind School Division's division psychologist, joins the podcast today and offers some great advice for parents and staff seeking to navigate their way through these times of significant…
Posted on: Mar 20, 2020
EPISODE 5: Jeff Hill; Meeting Kids Where They're At
Jeff Hill is the vice-principal at Mountain View School and joins us today to talk about his philosophy on education, his passion for literacy and inclusion, and his commitment to supporting parents as…
Posted on: Mar 5, 2020
EPISODE 4: Dr. Jody Carrington; Connection and Regulation
This week we were thrilled to welcome Dr. Jody Carrington, a child psychologist, motivational speaker and best-selling author, to NUNN TALKS. In this episode, Dr. Carrington discusses two things she is…
Posted on: Jan 31, 2020
EPISODE 3: Brent Gilson; Does Reading Matter?
Today in the Nunn Talks studio we welcome Magrath High School teacher Mr. Brent Gilson to talk about literacy. During this episode, Mr. Gilson discusses what he perceives to be the biggest obstacle…
Posted on: Jan 24, 2020
EPISODE 2: Jodi Cottle; Discussing Numeracy and Inclusion
Today we welcome Jodi Cottle, a proud member of #TeamWestwind and a grade three teacher at Cardston Elementary School, to the show. In this episode, Jodi will explain to us the difference between math…
Posted on: Dec 19, 2019
EPISODE 1: Darren Mazutinec; Meeting Westwind's Superintendent
In our debut episode of Nunn Talks, we welcome Superintendent Darren Mazutinec! During this episode, we’ll learn about his background, what he's learned from sports and his vision for Westwind School…
Posted on: Dec 3, 2019