Spend five minutes with the news in 2026 and it’s hard not to feel uneasy. Climate anxiety, economic instability, war and the relentless pace of technological change dominate the headlines. Artificial intelligence is reshaping work, schools are under pressure to evolve, and many adults quietly wonder whether the next generation is prepared for what is coming. From where I stand — working closely with young people every day as the principal of an alternative high school in Mon

Opinion: High schoolers, you are not powerless in these uncertain times By James Watts February 19, 2025 7:00 AM| Dear high school...

I have taught high school students for the past 34 years. Changes in society, technology, mental health issues, and the earth's...

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Dear Students, I want to start by saying how proud I am of each of you. I have witnessed your efforts to keep up with your academics...

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For the past two weeks our school’s lesson plans have been punctuated with Olympic events and athletic endeavours. We held our breath...