With the new academic year 2016–2017 having started this week, Clearview Public Schools superintendent Peter Barron says the focus this year will be on relationships.
“In Clearview, we recognize that positive relationships are foundational to student success,” said Barron. “As well, we know that healthy relationships are a major component of student and staff wellness.”
On Friday, Aug. 26 during Clearview’s professional learning day, Dr. Judy Carrington spoke to all the staff on the importance of positive relationships to learning and the development of self-control.
“Our tagline, ‘We all belong - we all succeed’ is more than just words,” added Barron. “We are committed to ensure that all students experience success in school.”
This year Clearview will be embracing a new framework, the collaborative response model, in which teachers will work together to discuss and track student progress.
“Our staff will be working with Kurtis Hewson who will guide us with this project this school year,” said Barron.
In the same vein of thought, deputy superintendent Brenda MacDonald emphasized on mentorship and its role in teacher learning.
“Mentorship contributes to increased teacher learning and instructional effectiveness,” said MacDonald. “We look forward to working closely with our new staff and a wonderful year of learning.”
Clearview welcomed 16 new teachers and added five new support staff for the new academic year.
The new enrollment figures in the division schools have yet to be finalized with the numbers expected to be clarified next week.
Some staff are recent graduates, whereas others have worked for several years with other jurisdictions.
“We look forward to their enthusiasm and skills which will enrich the learning environments of our students,” said Barron.
The new teachers will participate in mentorship training on Oct. 25, followed by a three-day project-based learning training later this year.