{"id":3003,"date":"2025-04-08T19:30:25","date_gmt":"2025-04-08T19:30:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/timtierneyottawa.ca\/?p=3003"},"modified":"2025-04-08T19:30:30","modified_gmt":"2025-04-08T19:30:30","slug":"a-visit-to-le-phare-elementarys-grade-5-class","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/timtierneyottawa.ca\/?p=3003","title":{"rendered":"A Visit to Le Phare Elementary\u2019s Grade 5 Class"},"content":{"rendered":"

I had the chance to visit the Grade 5 class at Le Phare Elementary, and from the moment I stepped inside, it was clear this wasn\u2019t going to be a quiet morning\u2014and I mean that in the best way.\"\"<\/p>\n

The students were completely<\/i> engaged. Everyone had their hand up. Everyone had a question. And not just easy ones! They asked about city planning, traffic safety, how parks are built, and how decisions are made at City Hall. Some wanted to know if I ever get to meet the mayor (I do!), if I\u2019ve ever helped fix a problem on their street (hopefully!), and even how old you have to be to run for councillor (18!). One student asked how long it takes to get something done in the city, and another asked how councillors agree when people want different things\u2014really thoughtful stuff that shows how much they\u2019re paying attention to the world around them.<\/p>\n

We also talked about things closer to home\u2014like what makes a great neighbourhood, why community matters, and how students can get involved even now. I told them about local clean-up days, food drives, and how sharing their voices\u2014even at their age\u2014can make a real difference.\"\"<\/p>\n

What stood out to me the most was how respectful and supportive they were of each other. When one student asked a question, others would listen, nod, and sometimes even build on it. It felt more like a team than a classroom\u2014and that says a lot about the culture their teacher has created.<\/p>\n

A huge thank you to that teacher for creating such a welcoming, encouraging, and high-energy space for learning. The students clearly feel safe to express themselves, think critically, and have a little fun along the way (they also had a few jokes for me\u2014some of which were actually pretty good!).\"\"<\/p>\n

To the Grade 5s at Le Phare: thank you for the warm welcome, the big questions, and the great conversation. You reminded me that curiosity and kindness go a long way\u2014and that the next generation is already thinking about how to make their city better.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Visiting the Grade 5 class at Le Phare Elementary was an inspiring experience, where the students\u2019 curiosity, critical thinking, and respect for one another shone through in their thoughtful questions about city planning, community, and how they can make a 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