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Power of a Positive Digital Footprint – A Personal Story

Posted on July 11, 2012 by Chris Wejr

I am one that is constantly sharing with others the importance of a positive digital footprint.  This became so important to me yesterday as my Facebook account was hacked and someone acted as me and tried to get my friends… Continue Reading →

Leadership, Personal, Social Media digital footprint, Facebook, leadership, relationships, social media, twitter
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Small Efforts Can Make a Big Difference

Posted on July 10, 2012 by Chris Wejr

Now that summer has arrived, I am able to spend more time with my daughters.  My wife has been telling me how every Tuesday, when the garbage and recycling is being picked up, the girls run over to the window… Continue Reading →

Leadership, Moral Stewardship, Personal leadership, positivity, relationships, Sierra Waste
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Leadership: How We Treat People

Posted on March 10, 2012 by Chris Wejr

This morning I lost someone who brought so much laughter and joy to all those around him.  Ben Meyer – a caring friend, committed teammate, and wonderful person – lost his battle with cancer. I recently had a conversation with… Continue Reading →

Leadership, Personal, Relational Leadership Ben Meyer, cancer, leadership, positivity, relationships, strengths
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A Year Ago… My World Changed

Posted on December 12, 2011 by Chris Wejr

A little over a year ago, two tiny little girls arrived in my life that changed my world forever.  In the past year my wife and I have tried to teach them so much: how to eat, sleep, sit up,… Continue Reading →

Personal daughters, fatherhood, parenthood, twins
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Inspired by the Love for Lilee

Posted on November 18, 2011 by Chris Wejr

I do not normally blog from school but I just had one of the most emotional and inspiring moments of my life.  Twenty minutes ago I met Lilee Whittle-Putt and her family.  Lilee’s first birthday is on December 5.  My… Continue Reading →

Personal, Social Media cancer, childhood cancer, inspire, love, Love For Lilee
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Today We Ran…

Posted on September 28, 2011 by Chris Wejr

Many of our teacher and their classes run on a regular basis to improve their health and fitness.  Today was different; today we ran for a bigger purpose.  For National School Run Day and the Terry Fox Foundation, rather than… Continue Reading →

Personal cancer, Terry Fox Run
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Far Too Young to Leave

Posted on July 11, 2011 by Chris Wejr

I sit here because I cannot sleep. I sit here with eyes full of tears and a mind full of memories because I received a text message from Brianna, an ex-student and ex-player, whom I remain in close contact with,… Continue Reading →

Leadership, Personal, Relational Leadership Andrew Vaydo, Brookswood Secondary, cancer, passion, relationships, rugby, tribute
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Dear Ozzy

Posted on February 5, 2011 by Chris Wejr

“He is your friend, your partner, your defender, your dog.  You are his life, his love, his leader.  He will be yours, faithful and true, to the last beat of his heart.  You owe it to him to be worthy… Continue Reading →

Personal bullmastiff, dog, family, friendship, grieving, love, Ozzy
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When You Comin’ Home Dad

Posted on October 24, 2010 by Chris Wejr

Finding balance as an educator is an ongoing challenge.  All the time spent prepping, assessing, meeting, and learning are the things that make great educators but they also affect life’s balance between work and family. For my wife and I,… Continue Reading →

Personal balance, energy, family, fatherhood

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