Achieving Excellence
Technology
Big Idea
Have more resources
available online
Make teaching more fun
by having more online games
For the classroom
Have fun interactive games such as:
Prodigy, ABC YA, Tumble Books,
Google Docs to hand in assignments
Ensuring students are engaged is
of great importance. Since technology
is ingrained and a part of our students
lives, we should seek for ways to keep
our instructions engaging for them
Safe Space
Big Idea
No biases
Approachable
teachers
More Humour
For the classroom
Teachers shouldn't show favouritism
Teachers should not get upset easily
but rather have a calm demeanor
Teachers model respectful and fun behaviours
Teachers develops relationships
that put students at ease and make
students feel welcomed. It is important that
teachers make their classrooms a safe space
for students to feel comfortable to learn free from
descriminationa dn bullying. Promoting inclusiveness
and equity.
Individual Learning
Big Idea
IEPs for more students
Tailor to students learning styles
Have mentors for students
Allow creativity and promote curiosity
Have more time for one-on-one
assistance
Engage students in Active learning
For the classroom
Ensure IEPs are being followed and
developed as needed
Have a variety of teaching tools
and styles to engage all students
regardless of their own learning difference
Teachers need to teach students the skills
to become an active learner and how they
can take an active role in their own learning
and setting appropriate goals
Since we are teaching students with diverse needs
we need to ensure we individualize their learning to maximize their potential.
Active Citizens
Big Idea
Street smart skills
Community building
Cultural literacy
For the classroom
Help students to become aware of the
cultures around them and be inclusive
Assist students to learn about their own
community and what resources are
available to them
Help students to develop leadership skills
and take initiative
Practical Application
Big Idea
Get out of the classroom
Everyday Life Skills
Re-evaluate the curriculum
For the classroom
Demonstrate to students why
they are learning or doing certain activity
Help students apply what they are learning
to everyday life situations
Use other spaces around the school as teaching spots
Get outside, use the gym, walk the halls and
get students out of the classroom whenever appropriate
Students who see why they are completing tasks and how they will be beneficial to them in the future, will do better and feel they have a purpose for the work they are learning.