* Personalized learning for every student.* Quality teaching and learning.* Flexibility and choice.* High standards.* Learning empowered by technology.On February 7th, SD#54 hosted an Education Forum (Part one in a series of conversations) to discuss the possibilities for increased student engagement and success through a focus on personalized learning, while discussing the opportunities we see emerging from the BC Ed. Plan. As mentioned in previous posts, these conversations have been happening in pockets throughout the District.
Invited to this meeting were parents, students, businesses, aboriginal partners, RCMP, college, town councils, trustees, teachers, support staff and administration. We had an excellent turnout, with representation from all stakeholders and some lively conversations, beginning with a discussion of what stakeholders believe and educated citizen in the Bulkley Valley (who can function in a global context) should look like. All groups made mention to the "new" skill set required to function in tomorrow's world, tying directly into the key elements of the BC Ed. Plan. Moreover, students, parents, and other stakeholders are acutely aware that we need a flexible system in order to meet these demands.
I will post the presentation on the District web page for those who have not seen it. At the end of the evening we left off with the need for stakeholders to spread the conversation, specifically around choice and flexibility. Going forward, we believe stakeholders, especially students and parents, have key insights and ideas that we need to consider as we continue to ensure our schools provide all students with the best possible future.
Thank you for all who attended. Start spreading the conversation. Plant some seeds.
