A presentation of Enhanced Student Learning (ESL) for Salmon Arm’s school district was discussed on Sept. 18 Board and Committee of the Whole meeting.
The ESL report provided data on student performance, educational outcomes, intellectual, human, social and career development within the Kwsaltktnéws ne Secwepemcúl’ecw (School District No. 83).
Their targets for the future of academic learning highlighted:
- Instructional practice and systems
- Inclusive learning spaces
- Positive learning environments
The development of the School Learning Plan Cycle was also discussed. This plan would assist schools in ensuring “they are engaging rightsholders, stakeholders and students in a feedback cycle.”
The ESL also acknowledged that an area for improvement is growing the number of Indigenous students enrolled in and successfully completing Foundations of Math and Pre-Calculus is secondary school. Many cohorts in schools were paired with current educational strategies.
Overall, the ESL explained how the school district will commit to system-wide improvement by prioritizing the needs of Indigenous students, students with designations, and Children and Youth in Care (CYIC). The ESL also stated that the district will ensure that equity is embedded throughout their entire education system.
