St. Isidore School Plans 2024-2025- Parents & Staff Feedback by Kevin Deforge

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Developing Catholic Communities of Caring by encountering and witnessing Christ through service, unity, solidarity and justice.

Goal: “In what ways and to what extent can opportunities be enhanced for students to actively participate in and reflect on faith-based activities and service projects?”

kevin_deforge2 — 2024-10-08 20:10:19 UTC

Creating optimal student-centred learning and assessment practices through a culturally responsive approach.

Goal: "In what ways and to what extent can we improve student engagement and participation in learning activities, particularly for at-risk students, through targeted interventions and innovative teaching strategies?"

kevin_deforge2 — 2024-10-08 20:10:50 UTC

Supporting the mental, physical and spiritual health of students.

Goal: “In what ways and to what extent can comprehensive strategies be implemented to enhance student mental health and reduce academic-related stress and anxiety?”

kevin_deforge2 — 2024-10-08 20:11:20 UTC

Embracing and supporting Indigenous students’ success and belonging.

Goal: “In what ways and to what extent do specific strategies enhance Indigenous students' sense of belonging and engagement in the school community?”

kevin_deforge2 — 2024-10-10 01:05:24 UTC

Appoint a student in each grade to serve as a mentor or buddy for new students.

kevin_deforge2 — 2024-10-10 01:12:52 UTC

Peer support with school work. Helping each other

2024-10-10 14:48:31 UTC

We have many live streams and events for other initiatives, so can we look into more resources and opportunities for faith based speakers and activities?

2024-10-10 14:50:42 UTC

Preparing activities, assignments, tests, quizzes, and lessons for these at risk students. For example, a lesson specifically for high anxiety students, or those working at a different grade level, etc.

Catholic Activity Centres (Whole School Event)

2024-10-11 15:56:32 UTC

CCC activity involves rotating each class to different grade levels, allowing students to meet and interact with peers from other grades. We can organize these activities on special days such as Christmas, Valentine’s Day, Easter, and the end of the school year.

2024-10-11 16:20:09 UTC

Sippin' with Sparks continued

2024-10-11 16:21:09 UTC

Students performing for liturgies

Student List

cssdeld — 2024-10-11 16:22:45 UTC

Have a list of Indigenous Students to personally invite to Indigenous Club.

Community Activities

cssdeld — 2024-10-11 16:23:20 UTC

Announce community events on the morning show.

2024-10-11 16:24:31 UTC

Students attending in groups in person at Isidore for Fun Fridays. The groups would be staggered so we don't have the entire population here at the same day.

2024-10-11 16:29:05 UTC

Partnering with L'Arche, seniors homes or seniors community groups to foster intergenerational relationships which promotes well being on both sides.

2024-10-11 16:29:19 UTC

Partnering with L'Arche, seniors homes or seniors community groups to foster intergenerational relationships which promotes service on both sides.

Change our fundraising group to support

2024-10-11 16:29:47 UTC

What if we paired up with an Indigenous Organization/ Healing Lodge to collaborate with and support through social justice and fundraising. this way we can show the students how they are impacting groups.

Slide Presentations

cssdeld — 2024-10-11 16:31:36 UTC

Teachers receive prepared slide decks with engaging activities for key Indigenous events throughout the school year, including the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Indigenous History Month, and Métis Week. These slides provide culturally relevant content, interactive elements, and thoughtful activities to enhance students' understanding and appreciation of each observance.

Branch out our Social Justice support groups

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Field trips in person to foster relationships

Livestream Field Trips

cssdeld — 2024-10-11 16:35:10 UTC

Engage in live-streamed virtual field trips that explore diverse Indigenous topics and perspectives. These immersive experiences bring students closer to Indigenous communities, traditions, and viewpoints, fostering a deeper understanding and respect for Indigenous cultures and histories.

Movie Night

2024-10-11 16:37:58 UTC

Canyon Meadows Theatre. Can be during the day or after work.

You Belong Club

2024-10-11 16:38:48 UTC

Religious club aimed towards students receiving sacraments.

2024-10-11 16:39:34 UTC

Michael Chiasson.

Buddy Classes

2024-10-31 18:11:24 UTC

Possibly incorporated into a holiday or Faith Day celebration. Have classes buddy with another grade and collaborate on an activity.

2024-11-07 17:35:15 UTC

Having classes on Indigenous languages like Cree, explored by students and led by those who actually speak it. Invite Indigenous language experts because culture is carried through language.

There used to be a social club after school and it was a good place to foster relationships with other students.

2024-11-07 17:36:38 UTC

Creating chat spaces for students to engage with one another in a safe monitored space.

2024-11-07 17:37:24 UTC

Bring back social club after school.

2024-11-07 17:37:49 UTC

Having some sort of online agenda book to help students (particularly neurodivergent) to stay organized, manage tasks and chunk large assignments.

2024-11-07 17:39:03 UTC