school name: st. maria goretti catholic school paul f sullivan · to create and celebrate catholic...

SCHOOL NAME: St. Maria Goretti Catholic School PRINCIPAL: Paul F Sullivan

SUPERINTENDENT: Mark Fenwick TRUSTEE: Paul John Crawford

SCHOOL ADDRESS: 21 Kenmark Blvd , Toronto ON , M1K 3N8

STUDENT ENROLMENT: 1019

School Learning PlanSt. Maria Goretti Catholic School

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Implement the "I Care" program with all Grade one students.

Academic Year Teacher Classroom resources Ongoing students will:-show increased respect for others-assume responsibility for their actions-follow classroom rules-complete program worksheets

Rosary group leaders from our parish will visit all the primary classes once a month to teach the students how to pray the rosary.

Academic Year Principal and rosary group coordinator

Community Resources

Ongoing -rosary group leaders will visit the classrooms regularly-students will know how to pray the rosary-the students will participate in the Crowning of Mary celebration in May

Implement "Walking Towards Christmas" Advent celebrations for all Kindergarten students.

during Advent Teacher Classroom / school resources

Action to be taken -active parent participation at celebrations-students become more familiar with the true meaning of Christmas

Schedule regular visits to the church for all Kindergarten students.

Term 3 teacher, administrator and priest

Teacher resources In progress -students are more comfortable participating at mass-they demonstrate appropriate behaviour at church

Division Primary (JK - 3)

Strategy Divisional Consideration Timeline Responsibility Resource Status Evidence of Improvement

Goal Faith Development

To create and celebrate Catholic Community where all proclaim the Good News of the Gospel and where Catholic beliefs are modelled and integrated into the whole learning experience.

Priority Nurturing Our Catholic Community


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Academic Year Teacher Board-wide resources Ongoing Report Cards - Report Cards are to include Statements for Reporting learning in Religion and Family Life - 3 for Religion and 1 to 2 for Family Life.

Academic Year Teacher Board-wide resources Ongoing Family Life programTeacher texts (grades 1-3Student texts:Ensure grades 1 and 2 scrapbooks have arrivedSufficient number of student texts

Providing/updating/renewing Religion/Family Life resources for all grade levels.

Term 1 Teacher, Vice Principal, Principal

Born of the Spirit/Catechetical Series grades Kindergarten – 3 CCCB publicationsReligion/Family Life Department (grs 1-2 scrapbooks) Fully Alive Program Grades 1- 3 Pearson EducationalInstitute of Catholic EducationReligion/Family Life Website

Ongoing Religious Education Kindergarten: Religion Resource KitGrades 1- 3Teacher TextsSufficient numbers of Student textsAccompanying Music for each program

Prayer TableEach classroom would have a prayer table incorporating the primary symbol of each Religious Education Program

Academic Year Teacher Liturgical Calendar Ongoing Prayer Table contains:Cloth (green, purple, white), Bible, Cross and appropriate symbol for grade level:Gr One: Story ShawlGr Two: TableGr. Three: Tent

Distribution and utilization of Board produced support materials

Academic Year Teacher Religion/Family Life Scripts for Curriculum Night, Calendar outlines for planning; Remember Statement Banner Templates Combined Grade Outlines

Ongoing Teacher uses Curriculum Night Scripts for Religion/Family Life, Calendar outlines for planning; Remember statements are displayed by Prayer Table; Combined grade outlines used for combined grade.







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Academic Year Teacher RememberStatements Banner Templates Combined Grade Outlines

Ongoing Teacher usesCurriculum Night Scripts forReligion/Family LifeCalendar outlines for planning; Remember statements are displayed by Prayer Table; Combined grade outlines used for combined grade

Each classroom would have a Prayer table incorporating the primary symbol of each religious Education Program

Academic Year Teacher ReligionCurriculumLiturgical Calendar

Ongoing Prayer Table contains: cloth (green, purple, white), Bible, Cross and appropriate symbol for grade level:Gr. Four: Tree StumpGr. Five: RockGr. Six: Lamp



Born of the Spirit; Catechetical Series grades 4-6; CCCB publicationsFully Alive Program; Grades 4-6;Pearson EducationalInstitute of Catholic EducationReligion/Family,Life Website

Ongoing Religious Education Grades 4-6Teacher TextsSufficient numbers of Student textsAccompanying Music for each program

Division Junior (4 - 6)






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Academic Year TeacherVice PrincipalPrincipal

Religion/Family Life scripts forCurriculum night,Calendar OutlinesRemember Statements BannerTemplatesCombined Grade Outlines

Ongoing Teacher uses Curriculum Night Scripts for Religion/Family Life, Calendar outlines for planning; Remember statements are displayed by Prayer Table; Combined grade outlines used for combined grade

Term 3 Teacher School resources Action to be taken A Catholic Approach to HIV/AIDS EducationTeacher text

Academic Year Teacher Teacher resources In progress Report Cards - Report Cards are to include Statements for Reporting learning in Religion and Family Life - 3 for Religion and 1 to 2 for Family Life.


Academic Year Teacher, Vice Principal, Principal

We are Strong Together Catechetical Series; CCCB publicationsFully Alive Program; Grades 7-8; Pearson EducationalInstitute of Catholic EducationReligion/Family Life Website

Religious Education Grades 7-8Teacher TextsSufficient numbers of Student textsAccompanying Music for each program

Academic Year Teacher Classroom resources Ongoing Family Life programTeacher texts (grades 7-8)Student texts

Each classroom would have a Prayer table incorporating the primary symbol of each Religious Education Program

Academic Year Teacher Religion CurriculumLiturgical Calendar

Ongoing Prayer Table contains:Cloth (green, purple, white), Bible, Cross and appropriate symbol for grade level:Gr 7 and 8: Creed

Division Intermediate (7 - 8)






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Staff cooperate with the parish priest and parents to prepare the students in Grades 2 and 8 to receive the Sacraments.

Academic Year teachers, administrators and parish priest

classroom, school, church resources

In progress -students know their prayers and demonstrate good knowledge of the sacrament they are receiving-parents participate in the sacramental preparation of their child-school works collaboratively with the priest to plan the sacramental celebrations-school hosts a special celebration at school for the First Communicants

The school, parish and community collaborate to plan a liturgy and open house celebration to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Catholic education at our school.

Term 2 administrators, parents, community, students and parish priest

Board, school and community resources

In progress -information is shared with CSAC and parish priest-teachers, parents, students and the community actively contribute to this event-teachers work collaboratively to plan the April 2, 2006 school liturgy and open house activities-successful communication of this event

Staff and students participate in community 'action' projects to reach out to the disadvantaged in our local community and afar.

Academic Year PrincipalVice PrincipalTeacher

School resources Ongoing Staff and students:-participate in food collection projects during Advent and Lent-collect new and used school supplies for third world countries-collect personal hygiene products at Christmas time for distribution to the needy in our community-participate in the Nelson Mandela Toonie campaignStaff will:-contribute to the dress-down fund and offer proceeds to local organizations that support the poor

Division JK - 8






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Promote Catholic education within our community and support all Board initiatives related to enhancing our Catholic school profile.


school, classroom, board resources

Ongoing -implement board registration initiatives-implement MOE, 2005 'Planning Entry To School' guideline for Kindergarten students-make our Catholicity focal in all community correspondence-request the inclusion of registration information in church bulletin-update our school web page regularly-participate in community initiatives that support our Catholic values (Nelson Mandela Toonie day, food drives, Share Life...)-include prayer as an integral part of all activities

Division JK - 8


Goal Increasing Enrolment and Retention in Grades JK-12

To support and implement a variety of local and system initiatives that actively enhance the school profile and promote the benefits of Catholic education.



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Purchase reading materials for all Kindergarten classes in order to support a take-home reading program.

Academic Year Teacher, Vice Principal, Librarian

Community ResourcesBoard-wide resources

Action to be taken -noticeable improvement in language development



Goal Literacy

To improve the overall level of students' literacy skills by enhancing their reading and writing proficiency through an interdisciplinary approach.

Priority Improving Student Learning and Achievement


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Term 3 Teacher Language Arts Coordinator and resource staff Various Balanced Literacy documents Early Reading Strategies Binder, Ministry of Education 2003 Early Reading Strategy, the Report of the Expert Panel on Early Reading in Ontario, Ministry of Education, 2003 Balanced Literacy: A Principal’s Handbook, TCDSB 2000 Professional reading in central storage (provided by Language Arts Dept.)

In progress Improved student scores on the grade 2 CAT 3 and the grade 3 EQAO measures.

Focused professional development on guided reading via: - divisional meetings;- in-class coaching and modeling by peers; - attendance at board/ secretariat sponsored inservices.

Ongoing Teacher, Vice Principal, Principal

Language Arts Coordinator and resource staff Various Balanced Literacy documents Early Reading Strategies Binder, Ministry of Education 2003 Early Reading Strategy, the Report of the Expert Panel on Early Reading in Ontario, Ministry of Education, 2003 Balanced Literacy: A Principal’s Handbook, TCDSB 2000 Professional reading in central storage (provided by Language Arts Dept.)

In progress Increased use of guided reading in classrooms; increased familiarity and comfort level amongst teachers as to how to structure their classrooms to effectively facilitate guided reading.




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Term 2 Principal, Coordinator Principal/Coordinator In progress -grade level meetings with a focus on assessment and data-Feb. 10 PA day presentation on assessment

Term 3 Teacher Language Arts Coordinator and resource staff Assessment for Learning Coordinator ERS Expert Panel Report and binder Assessment, Evaluation and Reporting in Kindergarten, TCDSB 2000Balanced Literacy, Student Measures JK to Grade 3, Teachers Package, TCDSB 2000

In progress Improved scores on standardized measures

Increased awareness of proper Assessment for Learning practices,Including:- proper use of diagnostic, formative and summative assessment practices- focused professional dialogue about proper assessment practices- attendance at board / secreatariat sponsored workshops


Language Arts Coordinator and resource staff Assessment for Learning Coordinator ERS Expert Panel Report and binder Assessment, Evaluation and Reporting in Kindergarten, TCDSB 2000Balanced Literacy, Student Measures JK to Grade 3, Teachers Package, TCDSB 2000

In progress Increased use of, understanding and analysis of running records data to inform instruction.



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Implement a home reading program called "Snuggle Up and Read" for Grade one students.

Academic Year Grade one TeachersERS teacher

School resources In progress -parents read to their child at home-students' reading improves



Goal Literacy




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Academic Year Teacher Language Arts Coordinator and resource staffVarious publishers willing to share “boy-friendly” materialsProfessional reading located in school central storage

Ongoing Decreased discrepancy between boys and girls on Literacy based assessments

Focus on Boys’ Literacy:- Purchase more materials aimed at boys, namely graphic novels, non-fiction, magazines, etc., - increasing opportunities for authentic reading and writing- increase exposure to computer technology to supplement reading and writing instruction- infuse more opportunities for the arts to be incorporated into daily instruction.

Ongoing School librarianVice PrincipalTeacherJLI teacher

Language Arts Coordinator and resource staffVarious publishers willing to share “boy-friendly” materialsProfessional reading located in school central storage

Ongoing Improved engagement of boys in daily lessons and activities



Goal Literacy




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Term 2 and 3 Teacher School resources In progress -Increased publication of shared writing products-student products are displayed around the school

Academic Year JLI and classroom teachers

Board-wide resourcesSchool resourcesJLI teacher

In progress -improved EQAO scores for reading and writing

Mentorship of junior division teachers regarding the JLI program features and implementation of shared reading and writing in the JLI and core classes.

Term 2 and 3 JLI and classroom teacher

Board-wide resources In progress -improved retention of "gains" for the JLI students once reintegrated into the core classroom.

Offer a drama club during lunch for students in Grade four.

Term 2 TeacherTeacher Librarian

School resources In progress -attendance will be consistent-communication skills will improve-skits will be performed successfully



Goal Literacy




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Encourage the love of reading and to promote literacy through our Reading Book Club.

Term 1 Teacher School resources Successfully completed

-students participate in reading and discussion of the novels-regular attendance at Reading Book Club

Empower students to become Literacy Leaders in the school.

Academic Year Lead Literacy Teachers, Classroom Teachers

School resources In progress Students are more actively involved as role models for various Literacy initiatives throughout the year (e.g. P.A. announcements, Readings at liturgies, public speaking, Young Authors, Black History Month).



Goal Literacy




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Organize a Young Authors' Day during Catholic Education Week.


Classroom resources Action to be taken -all classes participate-there is a large selection of student published materials-students share their published work with other students, teachers and parents

Implement Reading Buddies program throughout the divisions to provide opportunities for the students to practice and improve reading skills.

Academic Year Teacher Classroom resources In progress - willingness for students to participate in reading aloud- improved reading fluency

Continue with monthly Talk Literacy Forums to foster and facilitate professional learning communities where there are opportunities for authentic dialogue among staff.


Board-wide resources In progress -staff from all divisions attend meetings on a regular basis-there is increased comfort with the implementation of reading and writing strategies-lead teachers in ERS, EWS and JLI programs share key points from their training days

Division JK - 8


Goal Literacy




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Academic Year Teacher Mathematics: The Ontario Curriculum Grades 1-8 (2005)Early Math Strategy (2003)Checklist: Principal “Look Fors” in the Mathematics ClassroomChecklist: Supporting the Six Math PrinciplesCurriculum Side-by-Side Comparisons at: http://www.ocup.org/resources/#compare CEC Math Resource Department In-Services

Ongoing Consistent implementation of the new expectations by all teachers across the division.

Ensure that the expectations of the revised Ontario Mathematics curriculum and the Nelson Math program which supports it are being properly implemented


Ongoing All teachers are conversant with the revised curriculum and the new expectations



Goal Numeracy

To improve the overall level of students' Mathematical literacy skills through problem solving experiences that involve the application and communication of concepts in Mathematics.


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Academic Year Teacher Mathematics: The Ontario Curriculum Grades 1-8 (2005) pp. 18-24Early Math Strategy pp. 38-44

In progress -assessment is used to inform instruction-assessment tasks are used to inform instruction

Review divisional assessment and evaluation practices and facilitate grade and divisional dialogue


Mathematics: The Ontario Curriculum Grades 1-8 (2005) pp. 18-24Early Math Strategy pp. 38-44

In progress - in-school assessment practices are clearly linked to the curriculum expectations and the new Achievement Chart- all seven “mathematical processes” are assessed in a balanced way- assessment is used to inform instruction- assessment tasks accommodate students’ learning styles and ability levels



Ongoing Consistent use of centrally provided text and support materials by all teachers in the division

Term 1 Vice Principal manipulatives order completed New manipulatives order is distributed to all classrooms.

Ensure that a variety of instructional approaches are being used in conjunction with appropriate resources such as manipulatives and technology

Academic Year Teacher Early Math Strategy pp.19-24Manipulatives Kits provided by the CEC Math Department and In-Services

Ongoing Teachers know when it is appropriate to use manipulatives and can use them effectively.


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Establish a mathematics tutoring program during the school day for students in Grade 3 who require additional support.

2nd. and 3rd. term York University student classroom teacherVice Principal

Student resources In progress -students will attend regularly-class work will improve-EQAO targets will be met



Goal Numeracy




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Academic Year Teacher Mathematics: The Ontario Curriculum Grades 1-8 (2005)Teaching and Learning Mathematics (2004) – Junior Math Strategy (JMS)Checklist: Principal “Look Fors” in the Mathematics ClassroomChecklist: “Supporting the Six Math Principles”Curriculum Side-by-Side Comparisons at: http://www.ocup.org/resources/#compare CEC Math Resource Department

In progress Consistent use of centrally provided text and support materials by all teachers in the division


Academic Year Teacher Mathematics: The Ontario Curriculum Grades 1-8 (2005)Teaching and Learning Mathematics (2004) – Junior Math Strategy (JMS)Checklist: Principal “Look Fors” in the Mathematics ClassroomChecklist: “Supporting the Six Math Principles”Curriculum Side-by-Side Comparisons at: http://www.ocup.org/resources/#compare CEC Math Resource Department

Ongoing All teachers are conversant with the revised curriculum and the new expectations



Goal Numeracy



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Academic Year Teacher Mathematics: The Ontario Curriculum Grades 1-8 (2005) pp. 18-24Teaching and Learning Mathematics (2004) – Junior Math Strategy (JMS) pp. 41-43

In progress - in-school assessment practices are clearly linked to the curriculum expectations and the new Achievement Chart- all seven “mathematical processes” are assessed in a balanced way- assessment is used to inform instruction- assessment tasks accommodate students’ learning styles and ability levels

To establish a mathematics tutoring program during the school day for students in Grade 6.

Ongoing York University studentclassroom teacherVice Principal

Teacher resources In progress -students will attend regularly-EQAO targets will be met-class work will show evidence of improvement

Provide additional support for students in Grade 6, in mathematics and language, by offering an after school homework club.

Ongoing Teacher Teacher resources In progress -students will attend regularly-class work will show evidence of improvement-EQAO targets will be met



Goal Numeracy




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Ensure that variety of instructional approaches are being used in conjunction with appropriate resources such as manipulatives and technology

Academic Year Teacher Leading Math Success: Mathematical Literacy Grades 7-12 p.31; pp.47-50; and pp.57-58Targeted Implementation and Planning Supports – TIPS (2003) Manipulatives Kits provided by the CEC Math Department and In-Services

In progress Teachers know when it is appropriate to use manipulatives and technology and use them effectively; particularly with students at risk


Term 2 Teacher Mathematics: The Ontario Curriculum Grades 1-8 (2005) pp. 18-24Leading Math Success: Mathematical Literacy Grades 7-12 p.33; pp.50-52; and p.89 Targeted Implementation and Planning Supports – TIPS (2003)

In progress - in-school assessment practices are clearly linked to the curriculum expectations and the new Achievement Chart- all seven “mathematical processes” are assessed in a balanced way- assessment is used to inform instruction- assessment tasks accommodate students’ learning styles and ability levels- rich, varied and effective assessment strategies are used for students at risk

Continue with small, integrated groupings for instruction in mathematics.


School resources Ongoing -teacher has more time to provide one on one assisstance to students at risk-improved self-esteem for identified students-improved community spirit among Sp. Ed., Extended French and all other students



Goal Numeracy




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Ensure that the expectations of the revised Ontario Mathematics curriculum and the Nelson Math program which supports it is being properly implemented

Academic Year Teacher Mathematics: The Ontario Curriculum Grades 1-8 (2005)Leading Math Success: Mathematical Literacy Grades 7-12 pp.76-78Targeted Implementation and Planning Supports – TIPS (2003) Checklist: Principal “Look Fors” in the Mathematics ClassroomChecklist: “Supporting the Six Math Principles”Curriculum Side-by-Side Comparisons at: www.ocup.org/resources/#compare CEC Math Resource Department

In progress All teachers are conversant with the revised curriculum and the new expectations


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In progress Consistent implementation of the new expectations by all teachers across the division.


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In progress Consistent use of centrally provided text and support materials by all teachers in the division


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After school numeracy and literacy program to provide support to students who are experiencing difficulty meeting the grade expectations in these areas.

Term 2 Teacher, Vice Principal

Board-wide resources In progress Improved performance on in-class tests and assignments.

Develop an integrated rotary schedule in Mathematics and Language to promote self-esteem and to reduce class size.

Academic Year Teacher, Principal School resources In progress Improved standardized test results Improved student self-esteemCollaboration among staff and students.

Principal and grade 6 and 7 teachers encourage grade 6 – 7 students and their parents to attend the Parent Information Nights on Program Pathways at a local Catholic high school in April to May 2006.


Board-wide resources Action to be taken Increased attendance at Parent Information NightsIncreased awareness of Program Pathways in catholic high schoolsMore appropriate course selections by at-risk students.

Grade 8 teacher and principal will meet with parents of at-risk students to recommend high school courses and pathways that will improve chances for success.


Board-wide resources Action to be taken Meetings between parents of at-risk students and grade 8 teacher and principal.

Continue supporting the LOG initiatives in the areas of Mathematics and Technology.

Academic Year Log Teacher, Classroom Teacher

School resources In progress -improved student transition to high school -exposure to Geometers Sketchpad and different computer programs-successful participate in the MASK project-improved collaboration between the LOG and regular classroom teachers-visits to high school computer labs are scheduled



Goal Success for All

To improve opportunities for all our students to achieve their desired destinations through a variety of programs, supports, assessment strategies and pathways (apprenticeship, college, community living, university and the workplace).



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Continued involvement with the LIFT project to improve teacher use of technology as a means of assisting the students with the use of this tool.

Academic Year Teacher Board-wide resources In progress -Significant use of software to differentiate the curriculum-More oral and visual communication presentations by teachers and students-Increased computer produced work samples-Cross curricular use of technology by students-Teachers model the use of technology to deliver lessons-Teachers keep a journal outlining experiences with the project







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Implement the school agendas with all grades.

Academic Year teacher, student, parent

School resources Ongoing -improved communication between home and school-student organization skills and homework completion is improved

Schedule the .50 allocation for Sp. Education to work with students who would benefit from small group instruction.

Term 3 Special EducationPrincipalVice Principal

Classroom / school resourcesBoard-wide resources

Action to be taken -improved standardized test results-increased student self-confidence and self-advocacy skills-greater participation in a variety of school activities

Identify opportunities to build student self-esteem in JK-8.


School resources Ongoing -students will be recognized for their accomplishments at school assemblies in an effort to build school spirit-monthly certificates will be given at school masses for a variety of achievements-students will participate in extra-curricular activities and events (reading clubs, henna club, intramurals, drama club...)

Division JK - 8






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Ensure that the SBST process is efficiently and effectively meeting the needs of all students.

Academic Year Special EducationGuidance Teacher, Vice Principal, PrincipalBoard Social WorkerSchool Psych.

Board-wide resources Ongoing -consultative process is ongoing between parent, teacher, Special Education and Support Staff and administrator-available resources are accessed and used to support students -parents are kept informed and involved throughout the SBST process-timely follow through on recommendations

Encourage participating at the Courage to Serve retreats.

Ongoing Teacher, Vice Principal, Principal

Board-wide resources In progress -staff attends Courage to Serve retreats

Division JK - 8


Goal Empowering Catholic Leadership

To develop and support Catholic Educational Leaders who are energizing, caring, visionary, student-focused and collaborative role models in building a Catholic professional learning community.

Priority Building Capacity to Lead and Learn


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Support professional development for all staff in a variety of areas to address personal and professional goals as well as those related to board initiatives.

Academic Year Principal, CoordinatorTeacher, Vice Principal

Board-wide resourcesProfessional Development

Ongoing -Teachers take on more leadership roles (including ERS, EMS, DPA, HAT, etc.)-Collaborative planning/sharing is evident-Annual Learning Plans serve to direct professional development-Teachers participate in upgrading programs (e.g. PQP, AQ courses, Master's programs)-Teachers incorporate Professional Development experiences/learnings in daily classroom practices


Division JK - 8

Goal Professional Development

To provide job-embedded professional development that focuses on broadening the range of skills, practices and attitudes needed to create sustainable improvement and better results.

Priority Building Capacity to Lead and Learn

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