The 21st Century Teacher

Today I am talking with Leona Prince, an award winning teacher, who has recently been appointed to Director of Instruction-Indigenous Education in SD91 - Nechako Lakes. Leona Prince is a Dakelh woman from the Lake Babine Nation and Nak'azdli and belongs to the Likh Tsa Mis Yu Clan. She is a descendant of Stiche and Chief Kwah. She is the mother of three amazing children and is a passionate award-winning educator.

Leona has been an educator for sixteen years in northern B.C. having served as District Principal of Aboriginal Education for the past four years. Leona is a member of the Lake Babine Nation, and belongs to the Likh Tsa Mis Yu (Beaver) Clan. Her role will help improve the education and lives of learners through Truth and Reconciliation and the Calls to Action.
She is also author of two children’s books A Dance Through the Seasons about perseverance, recognizing your own gifts, learning with patience, and living your purpose Her latest book is Be a Good Ancestor.

What is The 21st Century Teacher?

The Live It Earth Pro D podcast for teachers where creative ideas and innovations are shared by teachers from a variety of backgrounds.

In each episode our podcast shines a light on education solutions for the modern age with interesting perspectives and stories from a variety of teachers and educators sharing their unique experiences.