Literacy and Numeracy

Student Achievement and Well-Being

• Establish a strong early learning foundation and continuously improve student achievement in targeted areas: critical thinking skills; primary reading; junior math; and Grade 9 applied math

Effective & Sustainable Educational Programs

• Provide engaging programs in alignment with the revised Literacy and Numeracy frameworks
• Renew leadership development and succession planning for all current and prospective school, department and system leaders

Stewardship of Board Resources

• Increase opportunities and access to differentiated professional development related to digital literacy
• Increase professional development and technological resources to support assessment and reporting

Equity

• Continue to increase achievement for English language learners, students with learning disabilities, and reduce the gender achievement gap

Effective & Sustainable Educational Programs

• Review and update equity and inclusivity goals and targets in every school and workplace based on available data
• Develop and implement strategies to reduce the impact of social risk factors, including socioeconomic status on student achievement

Stewardship of Board Resources

• Provide training and resources to support equitable and inclusive practices for all students and staff, including First Nations and LGBTQ
• Review resource allocation to align with identified needs

Environment

Student Achievement and Well-Being

• Increase the number of schools and workplaces attaining gold level Eco Certification

Effective & Sustainable Educational Programs

• Implement measures to improve safety in school and workplace improvement plans, including board-wide comprehensive anti-bullying strategy
• Maintain focus on environmental sustainability in the curriculum

Stewardship of Board Resources

• Reduce carbon footprint (e.g. electricity usage, waste reduction, increase in renewable energy initiatives, reduced water usage)
• Maintain positive climates for learning and working with all students and employee groups

Engagement

Student Achievement and Well-Being

• Develop a comprehensive strategy for improved parent engagement which supports student achievement and well-being

Effective & Sustainable Educational Programs

• Enhance student engagement and learning through the implementation of innovative programming including inquiry and integrated digital literacy strategies
• Continue to enhance Board and community relationships and partnerships

Stewardship of Board Resources

• Improve communication by enhancing the Board’s online presence through corporate/school websites and social web
• Renew the Board’s school council forums and provide opportunities for student/parent voice in development of programs

Well-Being

Student Achievement and Well-Being

• Embed goals and targets for student and staff well-being in all school and departmental work plans

Effective & Sustainable Educational Programs

• Increase student and staff knowledge of resiliency and mental health issues
• Review and implement strategies to ensure compliance with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA)

Stewardship of Board Resources

• Partner with mental health agencies to support students, staff and families in need
• Appoint dedicated staff resources to coordinate wellness and mental health strategies for staff and students