Every Square Centimetre

Christian Schools Canada

Every Square Centimetre is a podcast celebrating and finding inspiration in the amazing people, places, and practices in and around Christian education across Canada.

  1. 1 June

    Episode 42: Andrea, Vancouver, and Going Back Into The Classroom

    In episode 42, Andrea Wiebe invites us into the 5W classroom at Vancouver Christian School in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Join the ESC “Pod” as we learn: - That systemic deception involving spray-painted BBs and fake gold panning may or may not be acceptable educational practice, - How a classroom can be transformed simply by making students feel seen, known, and genuinely welcomed, - That “we can do hard things” can become a powerful rhythm for both students and educators, - Why Christian education must push back against the idea that school is only about getting a good job and making lots of money, - How moving from teacher, to principal, and back to teacher again can be both freeing and deeply life-giving, - That being mistaken for “the cleaning guy” is a humbling reminder that seasons change, - What spy hopping, kelping, porpoising, and tail lobbing entail. Connect with Andrea at awiebe@vancouverchristian.org This episode is sponsored by: EduDeo: Visit https://edudeo.com, their school’s page (https://edudeo.com/schools), or email EduDeo at schools@edudeo.com.

    1hr 2min

  2. 8 Jan

    Episode 41 : Erika, Lethbridge, and Essential Questions

    In episode 41, Erika Anderson invites us into her High School English classroom at Immanuel Christian Secondary School in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada. Join the ESC “Rhumba” as we learn: - That sports can be hard on our bodies - That a student checking a baby monitor to see their kidding goats during class is just part of teaching in southern Alberta - How essential questions can help students think for themselves - That if a student feels like they are learning something, they will engage - How teaching at a Christian school allows teachers to be their whole self - The difficulty of improving PR for snakes Connect with Erika at Erika.Anderson@lethsd.ab.ca This episode is sponsored by: EduDeo: Visit https://edudeo.com, their school’s page (https://edudeo.com/schools), or email EduDeo at schools@edudeo.com.

    1hr 4min

  3. 02/10/2025

    Episode 40: Josh, Emo, and The Joys & Struggles of Change

    In episode 40, Josh Pawluk invites us into the Room 107 of Cornerstone Christian School in Emo, Ontario, Canada. Join the ESC “Sleuth” as we learn: - That sometimes the age we teach becomes our favourite age to parent our own children - About “metalcore” music - How important it is for teachers to keep learning and being open to change throughout their career - The sacrifices teachers/school leaders will make when they believe in the school’s vision/mission - How making up cookie recipes can be a way for students to practice living into God’s story - There’s a world famous bear man in Emo Connect with Josh at josh.pawluk@cornerstonechristian.ca This episode is sponsored by: EduDeo: Visit https://edudeo.com, their school’s page (https://edudeo.com/schools), or email EduDeo at schools@edudeo.com.

    1hr 3min

  4. 12/07/2025

    Episode 39 - Heather Joy, Fort McMurray, and Inclusive Education

    In episode 39, Heather Joy invites us into the kindergarten room in Fort McMurray Christian School in Fort McMurray, Alberta. Join the ESC “Skulk” as we learn: - How travelling abroad should help make us more hospitable when we’re back home welcoming new Canadian residents - That we need to be intentional about being grateful - That Fort McMurray gets nearly 18 hours of sunlight on the summer solstice - How a kindergarten student put Jesus in the blue zone - That along with prayer, compassion, compassion and compassion is so important when working with challenging students and complex family dynamics - How to reduce the chances of having foxes and coyotes in your yard Connect with Heather Joy at heatherjoy.freake@fmpsd.ab.ca This episode is dedicated to the memory of Nicholas Freake and Joshua Reimer. This episode is sponsored by: EduDeo: Visit https://edudeo.com, their school’s page (https://edudeo.com/schools), or email EduDeo at schools@edudeo.com.

    1hr 13min

  5. 07/01/2025

    Episode 38: Campfire Conversation #7

    In episode 38, Darren hosts another Every Square Centimetre “campfire” conversation. As we imagined sitting on the lush shores of Centennial Beach in Tsawassen our conversations were inspired by Darren’s article in The Link, “The Most Dangerous Game,” in which he reflects on how our schools need to choose cultural dialogue and engagement over culture wars. With this in mind, we pondered questions like: - Why do Christian schools exist? - What role do they play in society? - How do we stay true to our mission statements at such a time as this? - What does it mean to be courageous in our faith? - How can a couple Aussie writers speak into our current context? And to close out this season, we end this episode with a “cross-fire” segment that involves playing a game to see how well we remember the animals that have been showcased over the past 4 years of podcasts.

    1 hr

  6. 04/11/2024

    Episode 37: Tyler, Red Deer, and Lord of All

    In episode 37, Tyler Capton invites us into the high school wing of Gateway Christian School in Red Deer, Alberta. Join the ESC “Prickle” as we learn: - That confessing can be good for the soul… and, sometimes, a good laugh, - How “cringe rap” is a special genre of music within school staff rooms - That teachers need to model a growth mindset for their students - How a heavy metal band can be inspiration for a classroom Storyline - That creativity and adaptability is key when working with students with diverse learning needs - That the “Lord of all” approach to Christian education can bring about some challenging, but often rewarding, conversations into the classroom. Connect with Tyler at tyler.capton@rdpsd.ab.ca, check out the "Harmonious Gentlemen" podcast or check out "Mr. Capton's Youtube Channel" for more fun content. This episode is sponsored by: EduDeo: Visit https://edudeo.com, their school’s page (https://edudeo.com/schools), or email EduDeo at schools@edudeo.com.

    1hr 22min

  7. 10/10/2024

    Episode 36: Bill, Chilliwack, and Passion Projects

    In episode 36, Bill Beeke invites us into the hallways of Timothy Christian School in Chilliwack, British Columbia. Join the ESC “Walk” as we learn: - That nobody avoids aging - How Adam Wasik’s bike repair story (see episode 34 of the ESC podcast) inspired Bill to create a mechanic’s shop at Timothy Christian school that serves the Chilliwack community in beautiful ways - That teacher’s weren’t prophets when they used to say, “when you’re an adult you won’t always have a calculator in your pocket” - How passion projects give different students the opportunity to showcase their unique God-given gifts - The ironic name for a group of snails Connect with Bill at bbeeke@timothychristian.ca This episode is sponsored by: EduDeo: Visit https://edudeo.com, their school’s page (https://edudeo.com/schools), or email EduDeo at schools@edudeo.com.

    1 hr

  8. 02/09/2024

    Episode 35: Big Boss Deani, Eastern Canada, and Our Cultural Moment in Education

    In our third “Big Boss” episode, Deani Van Pelt, President of the Edvance Christian Schools Association, joins the ESC “Bivouac” as we learn: - About the “intense, practical utility of a water lily” - Why “interleaving” may be the next buzzword in education - That there is a growing appetite for independent schooling across Canada and it’s a huge privilege to be involved in Christian education at this time - How watching our own kids go through school can motivate us to do Christian education better - That leaders have a duty to respond to the life giving movement of the Holy Spirit that’s often evident in our burning question and in our tears - That a group of Monarch butterfly’s is a bivouac Connect with Deani at deani.vanpelt@edvance.ca This episode is sponsored by: EduDeo: Visit https://edudeo.com, their school’s page (https://edudeo.com/schools), or email EduDeo at schools@edudeo.com.

    1hr 16min
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Every Square Centimetre is a podcast celebrating and finding inspiration in the amazing people, places, and practices in and around Christian education across Canada.

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  • Creator
    Christian Schools Canada
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    43
  • Rating
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