Vice Principal – Irma Coulson P.S.
What do you love about your job? What lights you up?
The people I work with everyday….and especially the kids!!! I absolutely LOVE visiting classrooms, and talking to the kids and families on the school-yard. With over 1000 students at Irma Coulson….they keep me energized and excited to be at work everyday! The staff are simply inspiring, and remind me that educators are some of the most caring, hardworking and selfless people I know!
What has been a challenge?
I’ve learned to accept that not everything will go as planned…this year is a great example of how COVID has impacted us all. This has been a great reminder to slow things down, to prioritize our health and wellbeing and to simply be kind to everyone we come into contact with. Keeping up with Public Health protocols have kept us all very busy…it’s great to see how our communities in Halton have come together during these challenging times.
What is one tiny victory you’ve had?
Seeing our Coulson students from JK to grade 8 follow all the new Health and Safety protocols and expectations while remaining positive and happy at school is a win for families and educators alike! We all want our kids to be safe and happy! I’m just as thankful for all the great work my own children’s HDSB school is doing to keep them safe and excited to be there everyday.
Do you have any words of encouragement for other Humans of HDSB?
Nothing is forever…remember that these challenges will pass! Remember to take care of yourself and to reach out to support those around you. Find ways to laugh…I’m so thankful for my Coulson Family who shows this kindness, care and empathy to others everyday! It really does make a difference!
What is the last thing you bought for yourself?A mask (really….lol). If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?I’m honestly happy with who I am. I’m in no means perfect… but I don’t think anyone should be. Our weaknesses and imperfections build our character, our empathy, and our resilience. I know I have a lot to offer but I also know I have a lot to learn. I have an incredible husband and family who are there to support me and two beautiful kids who I’m beyond proud of. Teaching our kids to be proud of their identities and confident in their own bodies and voice their contributions is a wonderful gift that we as educators and parents have an opportunity to do everyday!
