2022 District Partner Meeting by https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u en-us 2022-02-10 01:53:07 UTC 2022-02-17 03:23:49 UTC hello@padlet.com https://www.squamishchamber.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/338-6.png Table X (Sample) abenipal1 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2040947948 1 - Additional Custodial time - a big benefit (Shiny Schools)
2 - Students getting to school]]> 2022-02-10 18:45:02 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2040947948 Table X (Sample) abenipal1 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2043054130 1 - Weather protection for outdoor times.
2-  Additional disinfecting]]> 2022-02-11 19:24:28 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2043054130 Table # 3 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052205594 1 Busing doing well. Collaboration between transportation dept and schools appreciated.
2 Bus pass system huge step in right direction.
3 Accessibility, support of outdoor learning space/classrooms.
4 well maintained facilities.

]]> 2022-02-17 01:49:12 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052205594 Table 2 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052219229 1. Increased Custodial Services
2. Facilities in general and maintenance staff kudos
3. Reacting well to transportation challenges and continuing to be creative]]> 2022-02-17 01:58:47 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052219229 Table 2 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052220320 1. Bussing challenges - see placemat for specifics
2. Snow Removal - general management of weather events
3. More repairs in schools.]]> 2022-02-17 01:59:30 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052220320 Table #6 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052222458
  • Initiatives working well
    • Snow removal is good
    • Understanding of staff shortage
    • Bus drivers are awesome
    • Seismic upgrades great from a safety perspective

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  • Seismic upgrades highly disruptive to student learning (construction happened during the day)
  • Cant run half empty busses
  • Reactive maintenance for older buildings

    • ]]>     2022-02-17 02:01:19 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052223035     Table #3 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052224374 1 Crowded schools and lack of storage space.
    2 District communcation on how PAC funded/supported projects are maintained after completed.
    3 hiring and retention of bus drivers increased spare pool. 
    4 Too much traffic congestion at schools]]>     2022-02-17 02:02:17 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052224374     Transportation & Facilities https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052225767
  • Working with communities in remote areas
  • Bus pass system - implementation to complete
  • Well and timely communicated bus disruptions
  • Day time custodians - subject to funding

    • ]]>     2022-02-17 02:03:16 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052225767     Transportation & Facilities: Consider https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052226718
  • Shared jobs to address issues with hiring and retention
  • Buildings capacity issues
  • Better system to pick up and drop off

    • ]]>     2022-02-17 02:03:45 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052226718     Table # 3 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052232959 1 EA and collaborative support teams work well & well trained and help students with a variety of needs.
    2 SED Teachers additional time allotment. Better specialization, individual student support. More one on one collaborative support - social/emotional development support]]>     2022-02-17 02:08:24 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052232959     Table # 3 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052239097 1 Greater student population, more students needing support. Funding not keeping up.
    2 Staff assisting students who arent funded and running out time. Nonfunded stuednts falling through the cracks.
    3 Greater mental health needs and not enough time/staff to address this need.
    4 Students in need of support, not attending programs even when available.]]>     2022-02-17 02:13:04 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052239097     Table 2 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052246391 1. Food Programs
    2. Variety of programming we have and the staff who run them
    3. Indigenous Education - Student Success Advisor 10 -12]]>     2022-02-17 02:18:40 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052246391     Table # 3 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052247818 1 technology component working well. Student able to access the technology
    2 projector equipement and placement improved. effective use of COWS.
    3 Good access chromebooks and ipads
    4 District one to one tech ratio working and needs to continue. 
    5 Help desk support is working well.]]>     2022-02-17 02:19:43 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052247818     Table 2 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052251090 1. Mental Health and Social Emotional support - ie. (SLP, OT, PT, etc.) see placemat
    2. Support for the whole child so they can focus or continue in their learning
    3. Student success advisor for literacy and numeracy - elementary]]>     2022-02-17 02:22:05 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052251090     Table #1 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052251259
  • Counselors for all age groups
  • Excellent Indigenous support workers
  • SOGI education / LGBTQ support

    • ]]>     2022-02-17 02:22:12 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052251259     Table #6 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052251895 1.) Mental Health and Wellness  
    2.) Trust level- staff competent and capable
    3.) Collab support= change in student behaviour]]>     2022-02-17 02:22:41 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052251895     Table #1 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052254779
  • SOGI education could cover elementary students
  • Earlier assessments will support students more effectively
  • Better understanding student learning to provide support

    • ]]>     2022-02-17 02:25:07 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052254779     Table #6 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052255072 1.) Increase Counseling/Psychologist support - 1.0 per school
    2.)Having a hub for supports  (inter-agencies)- having a Foundry model/Communities that Care in Whistler
    3.)Structure for Partnerships, Community with parents - Better transitions/supports as students move through the system]]>     2022-02-17 02:25:23 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052255072     Table #3 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052257713 1 Planned replacement of aging equipment.
    2 Adequate training of staff and students as the learning resources are improved/replaced/upgraded
    3 Confirmation of sustainable disposal and recycling of old tech equipment.
    4 Greater access/sharing of books/novels/paper resources across the district]]>     2022-02-17 02:27:31 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052257713     Table 5 pclarke2 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052258075 Extra time for custodial
    Response time for emergency repairs
    Bussing communication and late bus
    Creative use of space]]>     2022-02-17 02:27:51 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052258075     Table 5 pclarke2 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052259818 Bussing - Attendance and Field Trips
    Grounds Safety in inclement weather
    Aging facilities]]>     2022-02-17 02:29:15 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052259818     TABLE 4 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052261364
  • Safe access to outdoor spaces
  • Scheduling and timing of busses work well
  • Routes are organized efficiently

    • ]]>     2022-02-17 02:30:25 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052261364     TABLE 4 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052263400
  • Consider improving methods and timeliness of communication regarding bus route cancellations
  • Transportation staffing
  • Walking limit concerns
  • Concerns about overcrowding on afternoon run to the highlands

    • ]]>     2022-02-17 02:32:03 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052263400     Table # 3 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052265616 1 Community coaches and access to training
    2 Access to child and youth mental health support SSCS. 
    3 Access to food for all students SSCS/Helping Hands
    4 PAC's functions well. Invaluable resource for our schools.]]>     2022-02-17 02:33:53 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052265616     TABLE 4 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052267419
  • Indigenous Support
  • CLE are improving ie: focusing on post grad options, career options

    • ]]>     2022-02-17 02:35:04 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052267419     TABLE 4 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052268022
  • Social Emotional Support for students (additional staff)
  • Post Secondary Counseling support (additional staff)
  • Tutoring options connected to the school (academic support in the school)
  • Students need more adults consistent ongoing connections for social emotional support and academic support
  • Place additional resource toward early intervention

    • ]]>     2022-02-17 02:35:34 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052268022     TABLE https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052268503
  • Technology
  • One to One ratio
  • School can have discretion on what their needs are
  • Equity

    • ]]>     2022-02-17 02:35:58 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052268503     TABLE 4 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052270135
  • Need to take care of computer equipment
  • Set up and maintenance of IPads

    • ]]>     2022-02-17 02:37:10 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052270135     Table 2 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052271184 1. Access to technology and the continued support of 
    2. New furniture and flexible learning spaces
    3. Libraries, IST, ILT, resources associated with both]]>     2022-02-17 02:37:48 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052271184     Table 2 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052273075 1. Continued support to maintain the level of technology we have now.
    2. Communication and awareness of resources - online, physical, furniture
    3. Increase flexible learning environments]]>     2022-02-17 02:39:06 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052273075     Table #1 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052277081
  • Student access to technology has improved
  • Devices-to-teachers ratio is growing
  • Libraries are well-stocked, incl. with Indigenous content

    • ]]>     2022-02-17 02:42:02 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052277081     Table 5 pclarke2 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052278108 Language and Culture with Indigenous Support Workers
    Collaborative Models of Support - Staffing and support]]>     2022-02-17 02:42:16 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052278108     Table #6 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052278633 1.) Teachers are doing a great job with connecting with students - literacy programs and manipulative technology, mathology
    2.) Chrome books and technology - Google classrooms, meaningful and useful
    3.)Doing a good job of getting resources out there to students and staff

    ]]>     2022-02-17 02:42:42 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052278633     Table #6 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052279738 1.) Sometimes students need human interaction rather than technology - Student need is best supported through teacher intervention rather than technology intervention i.e. reading struggles - more and increased support in addition to the teacher - human resource supports to supplement those with significant gaps in literacy and numeracy (enough staffing? TOCS?)
    2.)Technology doesn't work for everyone - Chrome books are getting wrecked 
    3.)Not a lot of support for I-Pads

    ]]>     2022-02-17 02:43:36 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052279738     Table # 3 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052280093 1 Partner with service industries/tourisim groups to support education programs careers
    2 Better facilitation of First Nations partnerships. Access to knowledge keepers.  
    3 Happy knowledge/joy. Weaving & group learning. Increasing positive learning. Connection with everyday life.
    4 Encourage First Nations field trips. SLCC & Audain meaningful day trips. Additional funding to support these types of trips.]]>     2022-02-17 02:43:55 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052280093     Table 5 pclarke2 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052280150
  • Social emotional supports
  • Assessments / diagnostic support
  • Space for the supports
  • Professional Learning - SEL and Mental Health - Trauma informed practice and spaces (including land based)
  • More time for Indigenous Support from Indigenous Support Workers

    • ]]>     2022-02-17 02:43:58 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052280150     Table #1 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052280405
  • Devices are not always working well, and Wi-Fi is not strong enough
  • Shared document for school furniture inventory
  • Replacement of damaged/outdated books for primary students

    • ]]>     2022-02-17 02:44:12 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052280405     Table # 3 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052291735 1 Human resources support of wellness initiatives. Timely and well put together.
    2 Covid response, leadership support. efforts to keep facilities, staff and students safe.
    3 Daytime custodians. Students showing more respect for keeping their learning environments clean and tidy.
    4 Good communication through website. 
    5 Weekly parent newsletter.]]>     2022-02-17 02:51:59 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052291735     Table # 3 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052296772 1 MyEd language barrier. Variable uptake/success with accessing files on the MyEd parent portal. Learning curve requiring more learning support.
    2 Too many emails being sent to parents. Being ignored
    3 Keep emails/all communication brief
    4 Maximize messaging - getting more info in fewer emails.
    5 Increase hiring and retention EA's, bus drivers, toc's
    6 Lack of music teachers. Look at creative ways of sharing those teaches across district. Community partnership. Supporting access to instruments. Should it be a district supported program. Important for health and wellness.
    7 Encourage use of outdoor classrooms/learning spaces. Encourage increased outrdoor/nature focus in learning. Hire outdoor educator.

    ]]>     2022-02-17 02:55:32 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052296772     Table #1 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052298471
  • Strong partnership with Indigenous communities
  • Partnership between schools
  • PAC is very involved in providing support to students

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  • Access to laptops and iPads
  • Teaching staff how to use technology and online platforms
  • License for software / learning apps

    • ]]>     2022-02-17 02:57:12 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052298760     Table 2 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052301707 1. PAC/DPAC is super supportive and take on large projects - fundraising, scheduling, etc.
    2. Volunteers and community members in the schools]]>     2022-02-17 02:59:34 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052301707     Table #6 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052304643 1.) PAC is very supportive of teachers - a lot of support
    2.) Work to tie in community partners

    ]]>     2022-02-17 03:02:03 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052304643     Table 2 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052304944 1. Strong effort required to re-engage meaningful events and opportunities - post COVID
    2. Increase opportunities for Indigenous community members, volunteers and other community members to get back in schools
    3. Strengthen partnerships with parents through better communication about programming that supports all students - ie - anti-bullying]]>     2022-02-17 03:02:17 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052304944     Table #6 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052305692 1.) Podcast parents - lack of diversity within stakeholder groups - small minority making decisions on behalf of a large group 
    2.)Structures in Squamish for community partners - need connection pieces
    3.)Covid - lack of connectivity - finding ways to build connections
    4.)Fundraising discrepancies between PACs and amounts offered to teachers to use in the classrooms

    ]]>     2022-02-17 03:02:57 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052305692     Table #1 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052306066 Ensure the district provide ways to get involve and receive input from a greater diversity of families, not only represented through PAC

    ]]>     2022-02-17 03:03:16 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052306066     Table 5 pclarke2 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052312195
  • Supports for parents to access technology and student work
  • Outdoor learning spaces (outdoor classrooms)
    • Partnerships with other groups to create and learn how to use
  • Accessible spaces (furniture / lighting /  etc.)

    • ]]>     2022-02-17 03:08:20 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052312195     Table 5 pclarke2 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052314942
  • Squamish Nation and Community Partners at St’a7mus School
  • Helping Hands and Foodbank Support for Students
    • HSS Squamish Can Farm
  • PACs!!! For everything that they do
  • Relationships with Indigenous communities
  • Work Experience

    • ]]>     2022-02-17 03:10:45 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052314942     Table 5 pclarke2 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052315394
  • More Indigenous Parent - PAC or Committee
  • Create and maintain connection to parents especially during covid -
  • Recycling and composting

    • ]]>     2022-02-17 03:11:09 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052315394     Table #1 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052315445
  • Attend Indigenous PAC to know more about Indigenous ways of learning

    • ]]>     2022-02-17 03:11:11 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052315445     Table 5 pclarke2 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052315881 Hiring of new staff and quality staff]]> 2022-02-17 03:11:35 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052315881 Table 5 pclarke2 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052316530
  • Music - beyond instruments - incorporate technology and production
  • Opportunities for students to pursue the arts

    • ]]>     2022-02-17 03:12:14 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052316530     Table 2 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052316900 1. Resume recycling and composting programs
    2. Increase variety of additional programs - ie. music
    3. Support for school staff - PD, Benefits, wellness
    4. Extra learning opportunities - summer school/camp]]>     2022-02-17 03:12:35 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052316900     Table 2 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052318533 1. Gardening programs in schools - mediated outdoor environments
    2. Community partnerships - Pemberton Building Project
    3. School Staffs keeping in-person learning happening through the pandemic]]>     2022-02-17 03:14:00 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052318533     Table #6 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052324409 1.) Running late bus for after school programming - Community Link funds]]> 2022-02-17 03:18:21 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052324409 Table #6) https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052326267 1.) Increase communication to parents/students on why we are doing things i.e. split classes 
    2.) Not as many activities for kids - Using our spaces for opportunities to connect to families - extracurricular
    3.) Recycling and compost facilities - is it a cost issue? At MPE a custodian spearheaded and it was funded by PAC - Not the same district wide - Can be done through policy
    4.) District looking for grant writers to advocate for extra services 

    ]]>     2022-02-17 03:19:50 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052326267     TABLE 4 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052330360
  • How can we better engage with Indigenous parents? Continue to focus on reconciliation.
  • Parent advocacy
  • Create space at PAC to discuss broad education topics

    • ]]>     2022-02-17 03:22:54 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052330360     TABLE 4 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052330931
  • Communications to families from schools
  • Community partnerships for improvement to schools. Communities are very responsive.

    • ]]>     2022-02-17 03:23:20 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052330931     TABLE 4 https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052331499
  • Consider After school recreational activities for students
  • Consider Music programs for all schools
  • Consider additional strategies for staff recruitment and retention generally.

    • ]]>     2022-02-17 03:23:49 UTC https://padlet.com/abenipal1/1ue724et3fkml75u/wish/2052331499