Heather Dennis @_msdennis

Grade 2 Teacher @gems_daa • ELL, Math, Reading and Spec Ed • Passionate about creating meaningful connections, early literacy, and inquiry-based learning ✨ Dubai, United Arab Emirates Joined June 2020

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Heather Dennis @_msdennis

6 months ago

2HD is ready for Ramadan! 🌙✨ @gems_daa

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Heather Dennis @_msdennis

7 months ago

On the 100th day of school, 2HD ranked the things I say the most. Their list made me laugh, but also reflect. Classroom community is built not just on routines, but on shared moments of joy. Grateful for this group and all the learning (& laughing) we do together! @gems_daa

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Heather Dennis @_msdennis

7 months ago

What an enriching weekend at NESA’s Educators Training Institute in Abu Dhabi with @gems_daa. We explored practical strategies for whole school wellness, with a spotlight on culturally responsive SEL and health curricula. Excited for the journey ahead! 👏

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Heather Dennis @_msdennis

a year ago

My first year teaching middle school in my new home of Dubai - done! ✔️ Happy summer fellow educators! I am excited to return back to @gems_daa as a permanent staff member in Grade 2 for the 2024-25 academic year! 🤩 #schoolsout #SummerBreak

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Heather Dennis @_msdennis

a year ago

Grade 6 really enjoyed the math escape room we did today. They used their knowledge of rational numbers to solve puzzles and escape from Antarctica before the storm hit. They “stayed cool” under pressure and were all successful! 🌨️ @gems_daa

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Heather Dennis @_msdennis

a year ago

Thank you to our Islamic Department at @gems_daa for sharing some delicious Eid treats with myself and other DAA staff. It has been such a beautiful experience living in the UAE to witness the generosity and togetherness during the holy month of Ramadan. Eid Mubarak!🌙

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Heather Dennis @_msdennis

2 years ago

Thrilled to be part of an amazing school community in Dubai that celebrates inclusion, embraces diversity, and excels in a high quality special education program! #DubaiAmericanAcademy @gems_daa whichschooladvisor.com/uae/guides/top…

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Heather Dennis @_msdennis

2 years ago

07.09.23 - I married my person in the most beautiful place. 🤍✨🕊️🇮🇹

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Heather Dennis @_msdennis

2 years ago

It’s the little things 🫶🏼🥺 @EmilyCarrTVDSB

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Heather Dennis @_msdennis

2 years ago

Grade 1/2 has been writing stories the last few weeks. They added illustrations and designed a front & back cover. Today, they got to read them to their peers and positive feedback was given. So much learning happening! @EmilyCarrTVDSB @MrTuckerEd

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Heather Dennis @_msdennis

2 years ago

We enjoyed our nonfiction text features scavenger hunt! 🔎 @EmilyCarrTVDSB @MrTuckerEd @TVDSBLiteracy

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Heather Dennis @_msdennis

2 years ago

Using open-ended materials & nonfiction texts, Grade 2 demonstrated their learning about a continent of their choice. This ss created the animals, climate & landmarks like Mt. Everest in Asia! I ❤️ being a facilitator while my students lead the way. @EmilyCarrTVDSB @MrTuckerEd

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Canadian Blood Services @CanadasLifeline

2 years ago

@_msdennis @_msdennis Hello Heather, we can't thank you enough for donation number 4 . Donating is one of the kindest things an individual can do. Together, we are Canada's Lifeline. ^CT

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Heather Dennis @_msdennis

2 years ago

4th donation ✔️ #CanadasLifeline @CanadasLifeline

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Heather Dennis @_msdennis

2 years ago

Grade 1/2 has been diving into inquiry-based and student-led literacy centres. They’ve been interested in creating their own word searches based on a topic (great for vocab), researching their passions like soccer or dinosaurs & writing about Roblox. @MrTuckerEd @EmilyCarrTVDSB

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Heather Dennis @_msdennis

2 years ago

When you ask one of your students to write a message to your class… 😂

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Heather Dennis @_msdennis

2 years ago

Earth Day activities from Friday 🫶🏼✨🌎 We learned about vermicomposting, made promises to our Earth, turned our lights off all day and took our literacy centres outside! @EmilyCarrTVDSB @MrTuckerEd

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Heather Dennis @_msdennis

2 years ago

Music has such a special place in my heart. I incorporate it in all aspects of my day! It helps students recall information that may be difficult otherwise. My Grade 2s are easily able to identify the 7 continents now! @MrTuckerEd @EmilyCarrTVDSB 🎶🌎

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Heather Dennis @_msdennis

2 years ago

Outside of my school community, I’m fortunate to be a part of another group of motivated, strong & loving people. Fitness is a deep passion of mine. It fuels my body, mind and heart. 🫶🏼 Now, it’s back to work after a rejuvenating four days off!

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Heather Dennis @_msdennis

2 years ago

Grade 1/2’s open-ended math talk full of number patterns and fact families. This was our first time doing this question and I was blown away by the responses! @EmilyCarrTVDSB @MrTuckerEd @dtangred @tvdsbmathk8