PRACTICING PEACE, PASSION AND PURPOSE
Written by FANI BASSIL
Counseling Service for Young Adults
Managing Life Through Mind, Body and Spirit

I have been teaching and counseling for 27 years with the Toronto District School Board. I am a specialist in Anger Management, Psychology, Sociology, Philosophy and Dramatic Arts. I have successfully taught Dramatic Arts, Society, Law, English, Guidance, Coop, Sociology, Career Studies, General Learning Strategies and The Individual and Family Living. I have acquired expert teaching and evaluation strategies for hard to serve students. My solid academic curriculum is balanced with meeting the social and emotional needs of students.

The educational outcomes that I provide demonstrate student self-respect, self-control and self-discipline. My Peace Program provides positive alternatives for managing life issues. The students' voice is honored, heard and respected. I operate in a safe nurturing space which encourages communication, connection and sacredness. Through guided discussions, students share experiences, learn to value diversity, and realize the ultimate impact their behavior has in the world. All materials support the Toronto District School Board's Equity Foundation Statement. Successful student integration into class, family, relationships and community is my ultimate goal. Students achieve inner personal growth, character development and social responsibility, all of which support the Toronto District School Board's Choices Into Action Document. Students will improve engagement, motivation and leadership. They will achieve increased awareness and ability in living life with Peace, Passion and Purpose.

Material includes Course Outline and Content, Personality Profiles, Interest Inventories, Values Clarification, Evaluation and Assessment, Academic Essays, Formal and Therapeutic Letter Writing, Expressive Poetry: Topics and Samples, Quote Analysis, Vision Statements, Visualization Collage, Weekly Self-Evaluation and Reflection, Film Critiques and Film List, Life Management Workshops and Guest Speakers List, Culminating Activity: Student Writing through Drama, Dance and Music Presentation titled the 'Peace Players.'

Testimonials

'The Peace Program has shown me how to open up to my emotions; like anger.'

'This program has allowed me to be more trusting and less judgmental of others.'

'These sessions have assisted me in becoming more loving, respectful and positive.'

'By participating in the Peace Program I now understand who I am and my purpose.'

'The Peace Program has helped me listen to my higher self. I use this in my life to guide me.'

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