The shift from elementary to secondary is an important transition for students and KPDSB staff from both panels worked together to ensure a positive transition to grade 9 for all students. Developmentally, this age is challenging, students are impressionable and supports such as strengthening positive peer relationships, getting to know the caring adults and knowing where to go for support is important. Because this is the first time students choose their courses for high school, staff ensure students have an understanding of the many diverse programs and pathways options available. Making informed decisions helps to ensure a successful start in a new school. The transition to high school for the 21 22 grade 9 students was unique in that many of our transition activities and events took place virtually and staff were innovative in the ways they created online communities to share information and answer any questions that the grade 8’s had about high school. Students met with teachers, guidance counsellors, graduation coaches and other dedicated staff to talk about high school courses and to participate in virtual tours.
2021 Director’s Annual Report
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