Teacher Information

The National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women

It has been over 30 years since the murder of 14 young women at Polytechnique Montréal (December 6, 1989). This act of violent misogyny shook our country and led Parliament to designate December 6 as The National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. Here are just some of the learning resources available to students in the province:

On December 6, we remember:

  • Geneviève Bergeron
  • Hélène Colgan
  • Nathalie Croteau
  • Barbara Daigneault
  • Anne-Marie Edward
  • Maud Haviernick
  • Maryse Laganière
  • Maryse Leclair
  • Anne-Marie Lemay
  • Sonia Pelletier
  • Michèle Richard
  • Annie St-Arneault
  • Annie Turcotte
  • Barbara Klucznik-Widajewicz

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The student text Fighting for Equity includes the case study “Addressing Gender Inequity” which focuses on the ways that Canadians have responded to end gender inequities in Canada, including Gender-Based Violence

Halifax Explosion

On the morning of December 6th, 1917, the steamship Mont-Blanc, inbound from the Atlantic with war material for France, entered the Halifax Harbour Narrows. The Norwegian ship Imo left Bedford Basin, outbound for New York to load supplies for occupied Belgium. In homes, schools, and factories lining the shores, people started a new day in a busy wartime port. When Imo crossed The Narrows and struck Mont-Blanc’s bow, worlds collided. 

Halifax Explosion resources

Social Studies 7: World War I: Impact on the Maritimes and accompanying case study. These resources include a story of Viola Desmond’s experiences during the Halifax Explosion from her sister, Wanda Robson. As well as a poem by Dr Afua Cooper, and two artworks – Tuft’s Cove by Alan Syliboy and The Hope and Survual Memorial Quilt Project.

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Afua Cooper commemorates the Halifax Explosion through verse and highlights the experiences of the Black Haligonians in this disaster. Her powerful words are magnified in this book with dramatic historical photographs and eloquent art.

Halifax Explosion Resources

curriculum resources

Most resources can be used cross curriculum and have a benefit to all disciplines. Look for additional online resources in the specific course/grade level listings.

Numeracy Resources

Online Resources

Video Resources

Career Pathways

Career Pathways

  • Community-Based Learning Website Community-based learning gives students the opportunity to learn both inside the classroom and out in the community.
  • Now’s the time to try! Explore a variety of options for students to engage in skilled trades and related learning.
  • Career Education Resources and links for Career Pathways courses and programs including Options and Opportunities, Community- Based Learning, Co-operative Education, and NS High Skills Major.
  • Career Pathways Overview is a snapshot of high school courses and programs offered through Career Pathways.
Science Resources

Science Safety

Pasco Greenhouse Sensor Kits

Earth Day – It’s not a day, it’s a movement!

Earth Day is the largest global environmental movement celebrated every April 22nd! Beginning in 1970, Earth Day provides the opportunity for individuals to unite in actions to advance sustainability and climate action, bringing awareness to environmental issues and advocating for creative and innovative solutions. To find additional resources on Earth Day 2024 – The Planet Vs. Plastic, check out the following links!

Social Studies resources

Heritage Day 2024

William Hall was a trailblazer. 2024 marks the 165th anniversary of Hall being awarded the Victoria Cross, the military’s highest decoration for valour.

Gaelic Culture and Heritage: Teacher Resource Site

  • This eLearning course is designed to be a resource for teachers as they engage students in learning about Gaelic Culture and Heritage.
Health and Physical Education

Physically Activity Framework Resource 

Sexual Health

From the Ground Up

A health promotion and harm reduction curriculum resource to address youth substance use, gaming, and gambling.

Arts

Arts Education Challenge for Credit

Artist in the Schools

preprimary

Pre-Primary Resources

updated Curriculum

New Curriculum

The following courses have new or updated curriculum documents for the 2024-2025 year:

P-2 English Language Arts

Français arts langagiers

teaching resources

The following links, and resources can help teachers in all subjects and grade levels

Assessment

Assessment and Instruction

These documents are intended to support teacher planning for assessment, instruction, feedback, and communication of student learning.

Assessment Policy

Student assessment and evaluation are core components of Nova Scotia’s public education system.

Professional Learning

Teaching Difficult History: A Guide for Teachers

Teaching Sensitive Subject Matter

Teaching Controversial Texts

Mass Casualty Report Recommendations:  Nova Scotia Curricula and Resources

Inclusive Education

  • Inclusive Education provides information on provincial and regional/CSAP supports for the professional learning (January 2021 sessions).

Provincial Directive on Cell Phone Use

Classroom Resources

Short and Long Term Resources

All Classroom Resources used in the classroom must be chosen intentionally.  It is the teacher’s responsibility to ensure resources are free from bias.

Developmentally Appropriate Resource Selection

Small-group Instruction

Authorized List of Resources

  • Curriculum Resources: This site provides information on new resources that have been distributed to classrooms and new additions to the Authorized List of Resources that teachers may choose to order for their classes. It will be updated quarterly.

Multilingual Students

Additional Resources

Rick Hansen Foundation School Program

  • Rick Hansen Foundation School Program website supports learning about accessibility, inclusion, and active citizenship with a range of educational resources to support learning from grades primary to 12.