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Beyond the Bell
by Beyond The Bell
Have you ever wished you had an insider's perspective into the sometimes complicated world of education? Beyond the Bell (formerly known as OnPoint Parenting), will provide parents and caregivers a behind-the-scene look into our education system. The topics may be familiar, but our goal is to provide you with information and perspective that you may not have thought about - those things that you didn’t know you needed to know! * Beyond the Bell is brought to you by the Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District Schoolboard and our Catholic Parent Involvement Committee. Host, Chantelle Quesnelle Executive producer, Pauline Stevenson Produced and edited by Lydia Bennett and Cole Bennett, in partnership with Portage Creative You can find our show notes, previous episodes, and additional resources on our podcast website: beyondthebell.com If you liked today’s episode, leave us a review. If you have suggestions for future episodes
Episodes
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The Importance of Research in School Boards
In this episode, host Chantelle Quesnelle sits down with Tanya Bedard, SMCDSB’s Information and Privacy Officer, to talk about how data is being used to support wellbeing across our schools. They explore how school climate surveys, research partnerships, and tools like engage w/ SMCDSB are…
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Understanding Youth Substance Use
When it comes to substance use, many parents and caregivers aren't sure how to support the young people in their lives. Host Chantelle Quesnelle and guest Sarah Cairns, a public health nurse with the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit, discuss why connection is key, how to recognize signs of...
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The Math Mindset
Ever said, “I’m just not a math person”? You’re not alone. But what if we told you that mindset matters more than natural ability? In this episode of Beyond the Bell, Chantelle sits down with Assistant Superintendent & Math Lead Siobhain Millen to tackle one of the biggest myths about math....
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Community Connect: Spark'd - Newcomer Counselling & Outreach
In the most recent Community Connect episode, we explore the Spark'd Program at CFS Counseling + Well-Being, with Noor Sidiqui, Newcomer Outreach Coordinator. Spark'd provides free support for newcomers in Simcoe County, offering group programs, conversation circles, social events, and one-on-one...
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Threat Assessment & Prevention
How do schools respond to potential threats? This episode breaks down the multistep process used to assess risk, provide support, and ensure student safety. Hear from Lisa Hickling-Miller, School Counselor and Threat Assessment & Prevention Trainer at Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School…
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Community Connect: PFLAG & The Gilbert Centre
As part of Beyond the Bell’s special Community Connect series, today’s episode highlights PFLAG and The Gilbert Centre with special guests, Ellis Greenberg and Daniela C. Advocates for queer and trans communities in the Simcoe Muskoka area, they share personal stories and insights on the…
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Parent Engagement: Catholic Parent Involvement Committee (CPIC)
In this episode of Beyond the Bell, we speak with Tarra Madigan, a member of the Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board’s Catholic Parent Involvement Committee (CPIC), about the many ways parents can get involved in their children’s school community. From attending events to simple…
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Community Connect: Parents Against Racism Simcoe County (PARSC)
In the first episode of our Beyond the Bell mini-series, Community Connect, Chantelle sits down with Natasha Shakespeare, founder of Parents Against Racism Simcoe County (PARSC). They discuss mental health challenges faced by Black youth, the value of culturally affirming care, and the innovative...
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The Grade 8 to 9 Transition
Chantelle welcomes Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board elementary guidance teachers, Nicole Nicoletta, and Sara Vause. Listen as they delve into the challenges and strategies for successfully transitioning students from elementary to secondary school. This episode covers the importance…
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Amplifying Student Voices
In this episode of “Beyond The Bell”, we welcome Shania, a grade 12 student at Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board. Our conversation looks at the critical role of student voice in shaping educational policies and school environments. This episode is a must-listen for parents, students,...
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Exploring Active Transportation
Discover how small changes in transportation habits can create healthier and more sustainable lifestyles by tuning in to the insightful conversation between Chantelle and Sherry Diaz, a public health nurse, on "Beyond The Bell." Learn about the benefits of active transportation for physical…
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Home Literacy Hacks: A Parent's Guide to the New Ontario Curriculum
Ontario has updated its language curriculum. In our latest episode, Chantelle and guest, Elementary Program Coordinator, Jonathan Rajalingam unpack the changes and how they impact report cards. They also offer insight into how parents and caregivers can foster literacy skills at home. Don't miss...
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Hope, Compassion & Catholic Education
In our latest Beyond the Bell episode, Chantelle is joined by Murray Watson, Adult Faith Formation Animator at the Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board, to explore how Catholic education goes beyond academics to shape empowered and insightful individuals. Murray offers perspectives on...
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Navigating Youth Vaping
Join us as Chantelle delves into the critical issue of youth vaping. Joined by guest Kevin Kuiack, Assistant Superintendent of Safe and Accepting Schools, we explore the alarming rise of vaping among youth in the Simcoe Muskoka region. Hear from student leaders who provide local statistics and...
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Adult & Continuing Education
In this podcast episode, our guest is Brad Shoreman, the Principal of Adult Continuing and Community Education at the Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board. Join us as Brad and Chantelle explore how Continuing Education programs empower students to discover unique pathways to success.…
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Tech in the Classroom
In this podcast, Chantelle is joined by Michael Timpano - Secondary ICT Consultant at Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board. Listen as they go beyond the bell and into the world of technology in education. They discuss the challenges and opportunities it brings, from AI-generated...
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Classroom Assignment
Join us as we dive into the intricate world of classroom assignments. With 42 elementary schools in our vibrant school board, discover the art of balancing student needs, staff dynamics, and school goals. Our guest, Deanna Neville-Virardi, takes us beyond the bell as we unravel the hidden…
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Emergency Preparedness
In this episode of the Beyond the Bell podcast, host Chantelle Quesnelle explores the topic of emergency preparedness in schools. Joined by George Luck, a principal with over 27 years of experience, they discuss various types of emergencies schools prepare for, the difference between procedures…
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Understanding the Individual Education Plan (IEP)
This episode explores how Individual Education Plans (IEPs) can provide the necessary tools and accommodations to help students with special needs succeed and achieve their full potential. Chantelle goes beyond the bell and into understanding IEPs with her guest, Cheryl Luymes, Special Eduation...
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Postsecondary Pathways
with Wade Tower, Secondary Program Coordinator.
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Team Meetings
For a large part of his career Michael Van Geene has been a Board-certified, Applied Behaviour Analyst. Using the principles of learning, Michael addresses the behavioural needs of students in the classroom. In this episode of Beyond the Bell, he brings his expertise to the conversation about...
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It's Time for Kindergarten!
Our guest today, Mary Day-Mauro, a curriculum consultant at Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board, brings us beyond the bell and into the classrooms of our youngest learners!
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Going Beyond the Bell
Welcome to Beyond the Bell Podcast (formerly OnPoint Parenting) where you will get an inside look into school life. You’ll hear about topics that you might already be familiar with, but we’ll go a little deeper and give you a glimpse into the behind the scenes action in the world of education.
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Understanding and Managing Screen Time
On this episode, Chantelle has a conversation with Amanda Lamb from Pine River Institute in follow up to parent webinars that were presented this spring. Together, they go deeper into the topic of screen time and parenting. You will also hear from our student voice correspondents, Emma and...
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Everyday Mental Health
Listening to this mini episode provides an opportunity to acknowledge the everyday mental health practices you and your family are already doing. These small actions have a great impact. We invite you to listen to this mini episode with your child or teen as a way to continue the conversation…
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Human Trafficking and Preventing Child Exploitation
On this episode Chantelle has a conversation with OneChild Founder and President Cheryl Perera discussing the important topic of human trafficking in Ontario. Together they discuss ways to build parent and caregiver awareness of this local issue as well as explore the ways that we can all…
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Understanding Eating Disorders
On this episode, Chantelle and Lisa explore eating disorders and disordered eating behaviors. You will hear from students about the challenges they are facing when it comes to body image and diet culture, as well as the impact of social media. As parents and caregivers, we discuss the importance…
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Accessing counselling support: how to prepare and what to expect.
In this episode SMCDSB School Counsellor Mary Katherine Charters and Chantelle Quesnelle explore common questions and worries youth may have about accessing mental health services and the ways that parents and caregivers can support their child or teen when accessing support. You will hear from…
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Accepting Challenges and Encouraging Healthy Risk Taking
In this episode Dr. Jen and host Chantelle Quesnelle explore what parents and caregivers can keep in mind when deciding to step in or step back when their child is facing a challenge. They explore what we can do as adults if we are feeling anxious while our children are building their…
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Holiday Stressors & Strategies
On this Episode, School Counsellor Lisa Hickling Miller and host Chantelle Quesnelle explore some of the stressors that students and families are facing as we head into the 2021 holiday season. You will hear some important insights from students themselves as well as tips and strategies for...
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Academic Pressure and the Importance of Growth Mindset
On this Episode Dr. Gyles and Chantelle Quesnelle explore the world of academic pressures. They discuss the impact these pressures have on students as well as parents and how to know when the pressures may be turning into anxiety. This episode also provides some tips and strategies for how…
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Having conversations with our kids about race, racism, equity, and activism
Talking about race, racism, equity and activism looks very different across households. In this episode Tracey and Chantelle explore ways to have conversations about these important issues with our children and teens. Together they explore the importance of being curious and tolerating discomfort...
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Communication matters! How to set up home - school communication for success
Communication between home and school is very important! In this episode, Chantelle Quesnelle and Dr. Susan Graham-Clay discuss what the research tells us about home-school communication and why it is so important. You will hear some helpful ways to include your child or teen in the communication...
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Navigating Transitions Back to School: Live Q&A
With the start of school quickly approaching, we know that students and families are experiencing a wide range of emotions about the return to school and learning. Parents and caregivers joined Chantelle Quesnelle, host of our OnPoint Parenting Podcast, and guests from the SMCDSB Psychology...
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Parent: I know it'll be fine, but I just can't stop worrying... It's been so long!
Parents, if you are feeling quite worried or stressed about your child or teen’s return to school, this episode is for you! As parents, we have been through a rollercoaster of emotions around supporting our children over the pandemic and many of us will be facing our own worries or concerns...
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I don't want to talk about it.
This episode focuses on the child or teenager who does not want to talk about returning to school and tends to “shut down” when the topic comes up. Silence from our children can be tricky, as it can bring up many different reactions and responses for us, as the parent. In this episode, we explore...
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I’m excited to go back to school, but I'm nervous!
This episode focuses on ways to support your child or teen who is expressing excitement and worry about going back to school. Excitement and worry can feel the same in the body and how we label and make sense of those physical and emotional experiences matter! Our children and teens often take…
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I do not want to go back to school and you cannot make me!!!
This episode focuses on ideas and strategies to support your child or teen who is expressing back-to-school refusal with anger and irritability. This is a challenging experience for parents and children or teens alike. We explore strategies and provide examples to help your child or teen move...
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Special Series: Navigating the transition back to school
The annual transition back to school at the end of the summer is one of the most significant transitions for our kids. We have all gone through so much this past year! Our children and teens have navigated many ups and downs, changes and challenges. Understandably, the transition back to school...
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Summer Strategies and Finding Balance
This episode is all about summer! Together School Counsellor Doug Lowther and Chantelle Quesnelle explore some common summer parenting challenges such as scheduling, problem-solving, and responding to the dreaded “I’m bored” proclamations from kids. Doug describes this summer as the “bridge to…
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Finding Your Inner Compass: A discussion on spirituality and mental health
Description: Connection has looked very different this past year. While we have been forced to find new ways to connect with friends and families over the course of the pandemic this episode reminds us of how accessible and important our connection to spirituality is. Together, Dr. Pat Carney and...
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Exploring Mood Challenges
Together host Chantelle Quesnelle and Lisa Hickling-Miller explore the topic of mood challenges in the context of the pandemic. We discuss what's expected and when more support might be needed, the impact of screen time on mood, and the importance of creating a safe space for our children to talk...
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Understanding Anxiety
Together Host Chantelle Quesnelle and Dr. Marian Boer explore anxiety across the ages and stages of development - they talk about what is normal worry and when parents should be concerned that anxiety is becoming a problem. You won't want to miss the practical tips and strategies they provide on...
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Navigating Stress During COVID-19
Host Chantelle Quesnelle has a conversation with Beth McCague from the Board's Psychology Department - they explore the dramatically different landscape that our children are faced with as a result of the pandemic and how parents can support their children with the stress they may be dealing with...
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Welcome to OnPoint Parenting!
Meet your host, Chantelle Quesnelle, and hear where we're headed with the OnPoint Parenting Podcast. Brought to you by the Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board and our Catholic Parent Involvement Committee.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Have you ever wished you had an insider's perspective into the sometimes complicated world of education?
Beyond the Bell (formerly known as OnPoint Parenting), will provide parents and caregivers a behind-the-scene look into our education system. The topics may be familiar, but our goal is to provide you with information and perspective that you may not have thought about - those things that you didn’t know you needed to know!
*
Beyond the Bell is brought to you by the Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District Schoolboard and our Catholic Parent Involvement Committee.
Host, Chantelle Quesnelle
Executive producer, Pauline Stevenson
Produced and edited by Lydia Bennett and Cole Bennett, in partnership with Portage Creative
You can find our show notes, previous episodes, and additional resources on our podcast website: beyondthebell.com
If you liked today’s episode, leave us a review.
If you have suggestions for future episodes
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