PSS Enhancing Learning Plan

Thank you to the Enhancing Learning Plan Committee Amber Herbison Matt LeClerc Jason Palmer Crystal Larsen Patrick Kaiser

School District 58 4 Pillars Strategic Learning Plan Success for ALL Learners Today and Tomorrow   Learning Engagement Foundational Skills Intervention Organizational Excellence Community Well Being

Aboriginal Education Aboriginal Enhancement Agreement Increase the level of health and wellness among Aboriginal Students. Increase the level of participation and knowledge of local culture Improve Aboriginal student/parent feeling of self worth and identity Improve the graduation/6 year completion rate of Aboriginal students First People’s Principles of Learning Learning ultimately supports the well-being of the self, the family, the community, the land and the ancestors Learning is holistic, reflexive, reflective, experiential and relational. Learning involves recognizing the consequences of one’s actions. Learning involves patience and time. Learning involves exploration of one’s identity.

PSS Enhancing Learning Plan Goal Our goal is to increase student engagement by focusing on learning, flex block structures and school culture

Foster a Culture of Health, Safety and Wellness for All Learning Increase the level of student and staff engagement Improve student performance in the areas identified as foundational skills Identify and address student learning needs effectively (RTI triangle on website)   Organizational Excellence Community Well Being Partner with community / post-secondary to support trades and skill training Highlight successes Prioritize and allocate funding Improve communication Effectively implement technology   Increase the level of health and wellness among Aboriginal students Improve the graduation / 6 year completion rate of Aboriginal students Increase the level of participation and knowledge of local culture   Foster a Culture of Health, Safety and Wellness for All

Learning What is working Student Engagement Flex block Technology Trades opportunities Fine Arts opportunities Progressive/Evolving Teaching Practices Grade 8/9 model Evolving Assessment Practices Personalized Learning Foundational Skills Learning assistance class Literacy/Numeracy class

Learning Next Steps Student Engagement Passion Projects Presentations of Learning Progressive/Evolving Teaching Practices Evolving assessment practices Personalized Learning ePortfolios Inquiry Projects Foundational Skills Core Competencies Numeracy/Literacy assessments Continued development of Literacy/Numeracy class More fluid 8/9 model to depend on readiness level

Community What is working Active community involvement with the school. Services from external agencies. Financial support toward the school Strong participation in school sports teams Transitions Mixed grades and classes where seniors are helping juniors and developing leadership skills Growing Aboriginal integration Student council Safe places

Community Next steps Stronger student and community involvement in Flex Block. Stronger relationships between students and community to increase opportunities for students Increase student led events Social Emotional Learning (SEL)

Wellness What is working Safe and caring First Nations Welcome Room. Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Services from external Community Agencies Counseling Suite Fruit and vegetable program Advisory Breakfast and lunch program supported by LINKS

Wellness Next steps Advisory Flex Block Improving the integration of Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Facilities Address school culture

Organizational Excellence What is working Striving to ensure success of all learners Striving to ensure success of and support for vulnerable learners Professional Development Youth Development Communication / Technology

Organizational Excellence Next steps Proactive and deliberate planning to ensure success for all learners. Proactive and deliberate planning to ensure success of and support for all vulnerable learners. Continue to reimagine facilities to be more inviting and for more effective use. Streamline communication between staff. Improve communication between school and community. Increase collaboration between teachers. Effectively implementation of technology tools for improved user experiences.

Foster a Culture of Health, Safety and Wellness for All Learning Increase the level of student and staff engagement Improve student performance in the areas identified as foundational skills Identify and address student learning needs effectively (RTI triangle on website)   Organizational Excellence Community Well Being Partner with community / post-secondary to support trades and skill training Highlight successes Prioritize and allocate funding Improve communication Effectively implement technology   Increase the level of health and wellness among Aboriginal students Improve the graduation / 6 year completion rate of Aboriginal students Increase the level of participation and knowledge of local culture   Foster a Culture of Health, Safety and Wellness for All

Thank you!!