Students’ interactions with each other and with adult staff members reflected an overall misunderstanding of what it means to be kind, caring and respectful.
On increasing student engagement by connecting passion to school-based events and classes, as well as providing safe and welcoming spaces for our students.
Centered on the second principle of the First Peoples Principles of Learning where learning is holistic, reflexive, experiential and relational, striving to help our students feel more connected by creating opportunities for cultural awareness and celebrating diversity, equity, and inclusion
Communication skills, collaborative problem solving and cross-grade team building.
On student engagement with the core competencies and goal setting
We explored using a multi-year, academically focused cohort model to see if we could establish a greater sense of belonging and connection to impact transition rates positively
Library Learning Commons as Safe Spaces for Students
On increasing family engagement and voice in students’ literacy development
We looked at a diverse group of 2/3 students with a range of reading abilities from pre-K to middle of grade 3.
Including local Indigenous elders more strongly at our school.
How can we ensure that we all (students and staff) have a sense of belonging?
To assist students in discovering flexible learning spaces within the school and to create optimal environments conducive to their learning
How does combining Indigenous Storywork with Place-based learning effect student participation and belonging?
To cultivate a sense of belonging among our Indigenous students, establish a nurturing network of inspiring role models, and provide guidance as they navigate the transition from elementary to high school.
Will the integration of the Take a Hike Shared Practice contribute to enhancing both student engagement and overall well-being?
Can we utilize the hands-on, inquiry based, experiential Indigenous pedagogy of hide processing to increase student engagement in science and numeracy?
Build community and support transitions from grade 7 into grade 8
Using the power of peer mentorship and connection to foster success in transitions from elementary to high school