Our School
Winnipeg Mennonite Elementary and Middle School 250 Bedson Street Winnipeg, Manitoba R3K1R7 204.885.1032 Renweb:
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Mr. Nelson Thiessen
I began teaching grade 7/8 here at WMEMS Bedson 11 years ago, and I have stayed here, in this role, because I really do love this job. Rather than teaching just a subject, I get to teach one group of students every year, and in that year we cover Math, Language Arts, Social Studies, Science, Health, Christian Ed, and even Digital Arts, which I actually teach to all middle school students (gr.5-8). I love the variety that this job offers and I find every year to be a new and welcome challenge. Over the years here, I have been incredibly blessed to get to teach such amazing students who continually surprise me by surpassing even the high expectations I set for them both academically and as individuals. Every year it is my goal to help kids pursue excellence in all things, big or small, in or out of school, show love for others, by making our school (and world) a place where everyone can feel included and excited to participate, and live with purpose, which for me, means seeking Christ in all that we do. That final reason alone, is truly why I choose to teach here at WMEMS. I cherish the opportunity to share my Faith with students and families and I love that I am surrounded by so many amazing kids, families, and fellow teachers. For we are God's masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago. Ephesians 2:10 |
About Me:
I like a lot of things such as sports, rare cars, movies, canoeing, making pasta with alphabet noodles instead of spaghetti, photography, travelling, cereal, woodworking, dragonflies (for obvious reasons), comedy, Newfoundland, homemade hamburgers on the BBQ, heights, mountains, the Winnipeg Jets, and many other things, but I don't like any of these as much as I like people. I have amazing frIends and family, all who are a ton of fun to be around. My wife is the most hilarious and inspiring person I know, who keeps me on my toes with her quirky sense of humour, but also keeps me grounded with the calm strength she possesses in even the most difficult circumstances. We have a two little boys (3 and 1) who smile and laugh so much (but they don’t have a mortgage or bills to pay yet I guess). I'm excited that I now have a legitimate reason to build LEGO, make snow forts outside, or buy Cap'n Crunch and other kid cereals again. I love being a Dad to my two hilarious sons. I also love that every day, good or bad, I get to have the peace and joy that come from knowing Christ. Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Matthew 11:28 |