Get to know the incredible staff at Willow Winds.
We sat down with Tsion Abate, M.Ed., FASD Instructional Coach for Willow Winds and asked her 5 Quick Questions.
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Q1: What’s your role with Willow Winds?
Tsion: I work as an FASD Instructional Coach with WRaP 2.0. In this position, my goal is to promote the success of students with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) in Edmonton and Area by working with educators, school authorities, and other school leaders.
Q2: How long have you been with Willow Winds and what brought you here?
Tsion: I’ve been in this position since July 2021 and my passion for Inclusive Education brought me here.
Q3: What’s a highlight or favorite memory?
Tsion: It’s always a special moment when the teacher I have been modeling strategies for lets me know that the student has asked if I can come back to their classroom the next day or so. There is sound evidence for how relationships are the backbone of instructional coaching; so, when I get an enthusiastic invitation from students and teachers alike, it confirms that something is working here.
Q4: What’s next?
Tsion: Research and prep for the 2024/2025 school year!
Q5: This big question – Pancakes or waffles?
Tsion: Waffles for the win! Especially Belgian Waffles … they have more caramelization and are crispier. Forgive me as I head to the kitchen to make some now. 😊
