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Policy on outdoor education and sustainability

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Policy on outdoor education and sustainability

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With the new BC curriculum here ready to go (communication, thinking and personal/social), what kind of change(s) do we expect to see in the next 10-20 years in the education landscape? and in the district?

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With the new BC curriculum here ready to go (communication, thinking and personal/social), what kind of change(s) do we expect to see in the next 10-20 years in the education landscape? and in the district?

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How much homework do high school teachers actually give?

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Can you estimate how many days per month TTOCs might expect to work?
As much as you want!

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Is there funding for inviting Indigenous community members and experts into our classrooms?
Some money in each school. Some have built that into funding and there is district monies too.

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Is there a district wide resource library? ERAC licence, world book on line. Teacher librarians will help you navigate.

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How many teachers have started using SOGI in their classrooms and how has it been received by the parents and students?
District is committed to it. Received very well for the most part. Open day speaker is Ivan Coyote. Maureen Lee and Todd Lund takes the lead in this area.

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Does the district provide iPads as a teacher device?
.5 of more get a district base device. M ostly a PC laptop. Also school based devices for your use. Check with admin.

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Do we teach computer science and coding to students in all three (four including Inglewood) secondary schools? 

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Do we teach computer science and coding to students in all three (four including Inglewood) secondary schools? 

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Yes. We also have many opportunities in our elementary schools for students to experience coding as well as robotics.

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How do student achievement results factor into staff evaluations? No. FSA grade 4 and 7. Numeracy in grade 10. Grade 12 literacy exam.

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Do we have a district numeracy coordinator in SD45?

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Do we have a district numeracy coordinator in SD45?

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No. Inquiry innovation teacher, digital literacy teacher, innovation teachers in each secondary. Sandralynn Shortfall and Liz Hill

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What are tried and true strategies for differentiation?
Every school has a school based team that teachers can connect with to brainstorm strategies to help with differentiation. Use to help support all the needs of the classroom. Also have a conversation with your learning support teacher.

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Any advice on juggling multiple (different) courses in different departments?

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How do professional development days work in this district? School based (at our own schools), District day (e.g. January), Provincial day (your day to go and attend a workshop)

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How many of our students are from the Nation of Coast Salish?   

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How many of our students are from the Nation of Coast Salish?   

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Live and work on the grounds of Squamish Nation. Not a lot of students identify as Indigenous. (65-70) Jada Harry, Carol Langley support teachers. Bob Baker and Faye Halls support us and are available for you to have in your classroom.
How many of our parents are ready for us to implement SOGI in the curriculum?
The majority although a few can be vocal. The district is very committed in this area.

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What are some ideas/tips/resources for teaching a split grade math class?

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How many of our students are international students?

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How many of our students are international students?

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10-12% (1-3 per 30 in high school, 2-4 in elementary)

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ROOTS: Questions/ comments about West Van School district values, culture, and community

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ROOTS: Questions/ comments about West Van School district values, culture, and community

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- What are the parents like in the West Van school district?
- What qualities do we try to foster in this district?
Set up for success for communication with parents. Set expectations. Build that relationship with parents they are a great resource. If there is a problem communicate in a timely matter.
Be proactive. Listen, seek to understand and ask questions. Ability to say I can not have this conversation right now and meet when we are calm. Invite admin or colleague in if needed. Kid centered conversations. Give specific examples and what you have tried.

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What do you think are the district's greatest strengths?

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What are some of the goals for the district this year?

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Are there opportunities for professional and social interaction among colleagues during the year?
Yes! There are opportunities within your schools as well as through the union meetings. There are multiple professional development opportunities provided by the district where you can connect with colleagues.

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-Tips for best teaching blended/out of timetable courses effectively

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What are some of the challenges the district faces this year?

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What type of anti-bullying measures are you taking in the school? In the district?

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TRUNK: Questions/ comments about curriculum, pedagogy, and best practices

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TRUNK: Questions/ comments about curriculum, pedagogy, and best practices

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- What are some practical tips for engaging students in my classroom? Hopefully you saw some today!
-What are some tech platforms that I can use to enhance my teaching?
Google Classroom, IXL, Freshgrade, Twitter etc

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BRANCHES: Questions/ comments about school/district systems, protocols, and resources

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BRANCHES: Questions/ comments about school/district systems, protocols, and resources

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-Who do I contact if I have a question about payroll?
Leona

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Do we have permission to use US-based platforms like Google Drive / Classroom with all students or do we need to send home a permission slip first?
District wide platform-log in with sd45 email account. Policies and procedure form goes home beginning of year.