HDSB PA Day Agendas

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Timing/Format

• The timing and format of the activities and the name of the entity hosting the activities

Facilitators: ​

• The names and titles of persons presenting or delivering the material

Learning Materials:

• A description of the material to be covered

• A description of the methods by which material is to be presented and the methods of learning that are to be engaged.

• The titles of any resources that will be used as part of the activities and publication information in respect of those resources

Additional information:

Topic: Learning and Growth: Student Literacy, Mathematics​

Format:

• ​Full-day, in-person

• Elementary schools

Description: Elementary school teams will engage in learning related to effective practices and strategies for student literacy and mathematics learning and growth. Educators will engage in learning focused on implementing the revised 2023 Language/Francais Grade 1-8 curriculum. They will learn about principles and requirements for early reading screening as described in PPM 168: Reading Instruction and Early Reading Screening.

Elementary educators will also work collaboratively to develop a greater understanding of high-impact instructional strategies for mathematics as detailed in the curriculum, as well as the HDSB Math Achievement Action Plan​. School teams will also engage in learning related to making connections to skilled trades, transferable skills and apprenticeship, guidance and career education. ​

Facilitators: The learning will be led by school administrators and school-based staff supported with materials and guidance from the School Programs Department.

• Learning/Delivery Method: Whole group presentations and small group work.​ 

Topic: Student-led Conferences

Timing/Format:

• Conferences as scheduled with teachers and parents with students in attendance 

Learning/Materials:

• Student portfolios and Progress Reports

Description: Elementary teachers will facilitiate student-led conferences where students will share with parents some of their learning from the last few months and the goals they have set for the remainder of Term 1. 

Topic: Kindergarten Communication of Learning and Term 1 Report Card Writing

Timing/Format:

• Individual and team work time 

Learning/Materials:

• Communication of Learning and Report Cards

Description: Elementary teachers will work on evaluating student work and writing February's report cards.  

 Topic: School Improvement Plan for Student Achievement (SIPSA) ​

Format:

• Full-day, ​in person ​

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Description: Staff will focus on School Improvement Plan for Student Achievement (SIPSA) work. The HDSB has district-wide goals that each school develops detailed SIPSA plans for. Our staff will focus on district and school data analysis, planning effective strategies (literacy, mathematics, assessment and evaluation, monitoring student achievement and student safety and well-being). They will engage in learning related to the SIPSA goals and identify effective strategies. ​

Facilitators:

• Whole group presentations and small group learning and planning​

Learning/Delivery Method:

• School administrators and school staff​​

Topic: School Improvement Plan for Student Achievement (SIPSA) ​

Format:

• Full-day, ​in person ​

​Description: 

School teams will engage in learning related to student mental health and well-being with a focus on the mental health literacy learning and implementation of PPM 169: Student Mental Health in Ontario. 

School teams will address the effects of vaping and cellphone use on student learning and well-being. Staff will focus on the academic and health impacts of substance use, such as vaping, along with the challenges posed by excessive cellphone use in the classroom. There will be an emphasis on technology protocols, responsible use of technology and effective classroom management strategies. Staff will participate in cyber safety and online privacy awareness training, gaining insights into potential risks associated with student use of online platforms and emerging technologies. 

Learning/Delivery Method: 

• ​ Whole group presentations and small group work

Facilitators:

• School administrators and school staff​​ supported with materials and guidance from various central departments