Shows
Beyond the BellThe Importance of Research in School BoardsIn 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 helping staff and families stay connected and involved.
You’ll also hear how teams across the board are using data to identify strengths, guide planning, and respond to what matters most.
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2025-06-0431 minBeyond the BellUnderstanding 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 Coordinator at the SMCDSB.
2023-05-0227 minBeyond the BellAccessing 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 our student voice correspondents as well as information from community partners.
2022-02-0727 min
OnPoint ParentingAccessing 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 our student voice correspondents as well as information from community partners.
2022-02-0727 min
Beyond the BellNavigating Transitions Back to School: Live Q&AWith 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 Department for a Live Q&A on our Facebook Page on Tuesday, August 31st at 7 pm. Together they answered your questions related to our student's mental health and well-being as they begin a new school routine this September.
2021-09-0353 min
OnPoint ParentingNavigating Transitions Back to School: Live Q&AWith 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 Department for a Live Q&A on our Facebook Page on Tuesday, August 31st at 7 pm. Together they answered your questions related to our student's mental health and well-being as they begin a new school routine this September.
2021-09-0353 min
Beyond the BellSpecial Series: Navigating the transition back to schoolThe 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 this September will be a big one and will likely come with a lot of feelings for our kids, ranging from excitement to frustration or worry... and everything in between! In this 4-Part OnPoint Parenting Special Series, we explore ways to help our kids navigate their return to...
2021-08-0703 min
OnPoint ParentingSpecial Series: Navigating the transition back to schoolThe 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 this September will be a big one and will likely come with a lot of feelings for our kids, ranging from excitement to frustration or worry... and everything in between! In this 4-Part OnPoint Parenting Special Series, we explore ways to help our kids navigate their return to school.
2021-08-0703 minBeyond the BellSummer Strategies and Finding BalanceThis 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 the new normal” and identifies ways to support our kids as we navigate through another pandemic summer, filled with disappointments but also hope and opportunity.
Here's a little bit about our guest this week:
Doug Lowther is a School Counsellor and a longstanding member of the SMCDSB Psychology Department team. He has been with...
2021-07-0727 minOnPoint ParentingSummer Strategies and Finding BalanceThis 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 the new normal” and identifies ways to support our kids as we navigate through another pandemic summer, filled with disappointments but also hope and opportunity. Here's a little bit about our guest this week:Doug Lowther is a School Counsellor and a longstanding member of the SMCDSB Psychology Department team. He has been with the s...
2021-07-0727 min
The High Performing Educator PodcastJennifer Lemieux - Teacher, Guidance Counselor and Student Leadership AdvisorJenn Lemieux feels blessed to serve the staff and students at St. Peter's Catholic Secondary School in Barrie, Ontario (SMCDSB). As an educator for the past 22 years she continues to be inspired by the students and staff she works with. Her favourite quote is by John Quincy Adams, "If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more, and become more, you are a leader." The actions of educators have a large impact on the lives of students, families, colleagues, and the community. As educators, we are gifted with many opportunities to be able to inspire others to dre...
2021-04-1224 min