This year, our School Improvement Plan is based on TDSB's three areas of focus; Student Achievement, Equity and Well-Being. The following is a summary of all the great work being done at the school already.
We believe in Student Achievement!
-collaborate with students to create Success Criteria, Learning Goals, Anchor Charts
-use reading groups as a tool to improve reading skills
-collect and analyze student data to program for individual needs
-share best practices with colleagues to engage student learning
-use technology to engage students’ learning (i.e. Google Classroom, Padlet etc)
-extra-support provided at lunch and after school
-provide flexible groupings to meet the needs of the individual student
-staff support and provide professional learning
-challenge students with critical content
-set high expectations for the students, staff and parents
-believe that all students can achieve success
-recognize Multiple Intelligences and use strategies to reach each way of learning
-use inquiry based learning and “Third Teacher" strategies to promote student engagement
We believe in Equity!
-provide culturally, relevant materials
-give students access to support (human and material) to ensure success
-use technology to communicate with parents and promote parent engagement
-promote student advocacy
-incorporate student voice in everything
-make authentic connections with students and parents to promote trust
-celebrate differences and similarities
-promote peers supporting peers
-create a culture of respect
-teach students that they are a contributing member of our community
-use differentiated instruction to meet the needs of all learners
-promote an inclusive environment by integrating all students
-grade 6 and 8 staff, including support staff, collaborate to ensure smooth transition for grade 5 and grade 8 students respectfully
-promote regular parent communication (i.e. Sunshine calls etc.)
We believe in Wellness!
-be an advocate for students
-use classroom meetings as a means to provide students an opportunity to voice feelings
-provide a variety of sports, clubs and house league to encourage physical and mental well-being
-promote a safe school environment that focuses on an active physical/mental lifestyle
-incorporate student voice in the class
-promote student leadership (i.e., House Leaders)
-regular “check-ins” with students to see if students are ready to learn
-practice meditation and conflict resolution skills
-implement school-wide House System to promote a sense of belonging and community
-promoting healthy eating habits at home and school
-promote Zones of Regulation
-celebrate the small achievements and failures
-promote a positive, growth mindset
-promote empathy for others (i.e. Terry Fox, Community Walk/Run/Dance)
-model a healthy lifestyle
-create a calm, learning environment (i.e. Library, classroom, gyms, playgrounds etc.)